Have you ever wanted to read how a conversation would go between Darcy and Captain Wentworth? Have you ever wished Caroline Bingley might make the acquaintance of Sir Walter Elliot? Have you ever thought Mrs. Norris and Lady Catherine could be best buds? Then you’ll love March Madness where we combine characters from Jane Austen’s …
Jane Austen is now so acclaimed an author that it’s difficult to imagine she might have suffered, as many in the writing profession do, blank page paralysis. Did she charge into a new book without a single qualm, confident of her story and her ability to tell it effectively? Or did she suffer a fresh …
To commemorate our second anniversary, we invite you, our loyal readers and friends, to join us this month at Austen Variations. We have grand plans! For February, we intend to share the endearing moments of Jane Austen’s beloved characters as they celebrate their own anniversaries. It’s Jack Caldwell’s turn today. This edition of the Cajun …
To commemorate our second anniversary here at Austen Variations, this month we will be visiting some of Jane Austen’s beloved characters as they celebrate their own anniversaries. Today, Shannon Winslow begins by eavesdropping on the Crofts from Persuasion. I have a warm spot in my heart for Admiral and Mrs. Croft, especially since …
*Does anyone else hear that Nick Jonas song when they read this title? No? Just me then. Hi everyone, I’m Melanie Stanford, and I’m the newest member of Austen Variations. I’m so happy to be part of this amazing group of authors and Austenites! This month we’re talking about anniversaries. So let me share some …
Having a week short on inspiration, I was delighted to find said inspiration in a post from Jack Caldwell first published in 2011. While we were all discussing who truly qualifies as a villain versus an annoyance or a buffoon, I started thinking about who would qualify in my mind as the most annoying Austen …
Mrs. Clay’s affections had overpowered her interest, and she had sacrificed, for the young man’s sake, the possibility of scheming longer for Sir Walter. Of as little importance as Anne had ever been to Sir Walter and Elizabeth, her marriage made a difference to them. She was gone on her honeymoon, to the seaside of …
Wentworth thanks Mrs. Smith in the best way he can. Anne sat in the parlor of her very own house in Bath. How much friendlier, if less well-appointed, it was than Camden Place. Even without the finest appointments, or perhaps because of it, the place felt like home in a way nowhere ever had. …
Sir Walter and Elizabeth, left alone, with few friends, little money, and no sense, soon found that as their enjoyments were less, their complaints grew greater. “This cravat,” thundered Sir Walter, “will never do.” “I beg your pardon, sir.” The butler, Harris, stood back a little, his face red from his efforts at tying, and …
My take-over of Austen Variations concludes today. This breakfast post grew so long, I divided into two parts. A link to Part One from Wednesday may be found HERE. In case you missed it, the Wentworth Wedding from Tuesday may be found HERE. “Are you looking forward to your first sea voyage, my dear?” the …
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