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I am so behind in blogging, so here are the whirlwind highlights of what I have been doing at Woodston Cottage and in California these past two weeks... My Trip to California I left my snug cottage in Snohomish and flew to Los Angeles for a quick Jane Austen-inspired long weekend. On Friday, author Syrie... Continue Reading →
Note card: Winter at Pemberley with Elizabeth, by Wendy Paul Tis the season to go shopping, and Janeite family and friends always need suggestions to fill the reticules, stockings, and gifts under the tree for those whose special interest is everything Austen. I have several categories to select from – and I would happily be... Continue Reading →
UK readers will be pleased to discover that the entire Jane Austen collection by Naxos Audiobooks is 25% off online until January 31, 2012 at NaxosDirect.co.uk. I adore this collection, many of which are narrated by the Incomparable Juliet Stevenson! That's the entire Jane Austen collection, all six major novel and her minor works -... Continue Reading →
Hot off the presses is the November/December 2011 (No 54) edition of Jane Austen’s Regency World magazine, the ultimate Austen reading indulgence. Here are the featured articles! Stunning pictures from the Jane Austen Festival in Bath Review of P&P: The Musical live from its staging in New York Reports from JASNA's AGM in Fort Worth, Texas... Continue Reading →
For years I seriously thought that the Jane Austen bobble-head was a Janeite myth. I had never seen one in person, only "read" about them in my online travels. I once saw one listed in an eBay auction that went for an exorbitant final bid. Who would pay that much for a toy??? It became... Continue Reading →
Becca Hemmings, manager of the Jane Austen Centre Giftshop has contacted us to announce the re-launch of their new online website, selling exclusive and unique Austen merchandise Worldwide! This wonderful retailer offers an incredible assortment of Austen-inspired, books and craft items. One of my favs is the Pride and Prejudice Peacock Shopper. It is a... Continue Reading →
OK Janeites, it's Saturday AND a holiday weekend. Let's have some mindless fun with a Pride and Prejudice gaming action! This new sims-like game, Matches & Matrimony, created by Reflexive® Entertainment was released in February. According to online reviews at Gamezebo and by Janeite, Jennifer at The Bennet Sisters Blog, it is quite diverting, but... Continue Reading →
All alone for Valentine's Day? I think not! Celebrate with the only man you need, Mr. Darcy! He's all ready for a date with you...he's got the clothes, champagne, and presents! Great gift for yourself or any Austen fan...He'll be a perfect companion on your fridge, locker, or office filing cabinet! Make haste and visit... Continue Reading →
We drank tea again yesterday with the Tilsons, & met the Smiths. – I find all these little parties very pleasant. —Letter from Jane Austen to her sister Cassandra 1811 Tea in Jane Austen’s society was not just a beverage, but a social ritual. Her novels and letters brim with references to her characters, herself... Continue Reading →
Tis almost the season, so power up Jane Austen fans and get ready to shop! One on my favorite Jane Austen inspired designers at Etsy is Brooke from Brookish. Her Mr. Darcy proposal mug is famous for being sold out in a flash, and her Pemberley tea towel could make even me into a maid... Continue Reading →
Hot off the presses is the July/August 2010 (No 46) edition of Jane Austen’s Regency World, the official magazine of the Jane Austen Centre in Bath, England and the ultimate Austen reading indulgence. The highlight for me will be Maggie Sullivan’s article on Austen or Bronte. (the ultimate literary throwdown, right?) Here are the featured articles:... Continue Reading →
Hot off the presses is the May/June 2010 (No 45) edition of Jane Austen’s Regency World, the official magazine of the Jane Austen Centre in Bath, England and the ultimate Austen reading indulgence. Spotlighted in this issue is Bright Star, the 2009 movie based on the relationship of John Keats and Fanny Brawne. Here are the featured articles: ... Continue Reading →
