Category Archives: excerpts

Something Unexpected

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Shannon Winslow

Something you never expected from a writer of Austenesque fiction: a story about a car. How could this have happened?! Find out, and (before I fall completely off the rails) tell me what should come after that. Continue reading →

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December Happenings

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Shannon Winslow

Let’s celebrate Jane Austen’s special birthday! I have a Christmas Card puzzle, an excerpt, and an almost-free book for you! What else in this world can you get for $.99? Continue reading →

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Captain Wentworth in His Own Words: Preview Excerpt #2

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Shannon Winslow

What is Captain Wentworth thinking as he anticipates his reunion with Anne? Is he hoping to rekindle their long-lost love or planning something far less noble… like revenge? Continue reading →

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Preview Excerpt from “Captain Wentworth in His Own Words”

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Shannon Winslow

How is my next novel coming along? Check out the progress report and read an preview excerpt now! – How does Wentworth feel when he learns his sister and Admiral Croft have taken a lease on Kellynch Hall? Continue reading →

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Preview Excerpt from “It’s a Wonderful Life, Mr. Darcy”

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Shannon Winslow

Read a brand new excerpt from Shannon Winslow’s upcoming release – It’s a Wonderful Life, Mr. Darcy! Continue reading →

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Christmas in April

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Shannon Winslow

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

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Shannon Winslow

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

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That’s a Wrap, So What’s Next?

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

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!

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

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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Call me ‘George’

Posted on April 23, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

Progress report and a brand new excerpt from “Mr. Knightley in His Own Words.” Did an adolescent Emma really get the nerve to call him ‘George?’ Continue reading →