Author Archives: Shannon Winslow

About Shannon Winslow

author of historical fiction in the tradition of Jane Austen

Christmas in April

An excerpt from my new P&P story. This one is fantasy, and set within a Christmas framework. What fun! Continue reading

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Spring Update

Spring flowers from my garden, a report on my writing progress, and a special Easter message! Continue reading

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Reviewing Hallmark’s “Lovuary with Jane Austen”

I was naturally skeptical when I heard of the Hallmark Channel’s plans for a month-long tribute to Jane Austen. I’d been let down before by their attempts at Austen tie-ins… Still, I couldn’t NOT watch either, not if I wanted to know what everybody would be talking about afterward. Continue reading

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Goals: Jane Austen’s and Mine

Do you suppose Jane Austen had specific goals when she started writing as a child? Perhaps not, at least perhaps nothing more than entertaining her family and friends. That’s what she did in her early years. We know that at … Continue reading

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My Christmas / New Year’s Letter to You

It’s the end of another year – a good time to look back before moving forward. I do that every December, reviewing family events in preparation for writing our traditional Christmas letter/card. Yes, I’m one of the dwindling number who … Continue reading

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The Rules of “Movie Day”

Approximately every two weeks, my sister and I declare a “Movie Day!” We might go to a theatre on the rare occasion there’s actually something of interest to us playing. But usually she comes to my house, arriving mid- to … Continue reading

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That’s a Wrap, So What’s Next?

Inevitably, when all the excitement of releasing a new book is over, the question arises, “What should I write next?” That’s where I am now. Mr. Knightley in His Own Words is successfully launched and the blog tour completed. (If … Continue reading

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“Mr. Knightley in His Own Words” – It’s Here!

Have you ever participated in a “progressive dinner”? It was a fun, social thing they did back in the day – church groups, etc.. You all ate the appetizer at one person’s house. Then you moved on as a group … Continue reading

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Preview Post for “Mr. Knightley in His Own Words”

“Mr. Knightley in His Own Words” is coming soon! The paperback cover now revealed. Also, did one of your ideas make it into the book? Continue reading

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North and South: a Review

Brief update on “Mr. Knightley in His Own Words” – cover reveal coming soon! Also a review of the novel and the film adaptation of Gaskell’s “North and South.” Continue reading

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