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Hats, ARCs, and a Cover Peek-a-boo

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

“Fitzwilliam Darcy in His Own Words” is coming soon. Today’s subjects: the many hats worn by an author, a peek-a-boo at the new cover, and an offer for an advance reader copy of the new book. Continue reading →

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Hearts and Flowers

Posted on February 20, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Commemorating Valentine’s Day with hearts and flowers and fancy paper crafts. Continue reading →

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The Same, Only Different

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Same love of Austen but different approach to writing JAFF: expanding the world of Pride and Prejudice as well as honoring her other novels. Continue reading →

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Wrapping up the Year with a Gift for You

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

2020 is winding down, and considering all the troubles we’ve had this year, I think there are few who will be sorry to see it end. But it hasn’t been all bad. We’ve learned new things, like how to conduct … Continue reading →

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Time For Thanksgiving

Posted on November 25, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

Right after Halloween (and sometimes even before) our retailers would have us begin focusing on Christmas, and now “Black Friday”, which used to be limited to one day, has expanded to an entire season dedicated to shopping for bargains. I … Continue reading →

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From Sensibility to Sense

Posted on October 26, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

Yes, I am working on a Pride and Prejudice novel at the moment (see two previous posts and my progress report at the end of this one), but I like to periodically turn ideas over in my mind for future … Continue reading →

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A Poison Pen Letter for Wickham

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

Thank you! All your positive feedback on my previous post (Fitzwilliam Darcy: in His Own Words) really energized me. Now I’m off and running on what will hopefully become my next novel! – expanding on the Pride and Prejudice saga … Continue reading →

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Fitzwilliam Darcy, In His Own Words

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

Getting this next novel started has been a bit of a struggle. I wanted to do a P&P book from Darcy’s point of view, but what could I bring to the story that would be something new? The “what if”s … Continue reading →

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Amazing Grace: Must-See Movie

Posted on July 30, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

For the last month, I’ve been busy with the blog tour launching my latest novel: Murder at Northanger Abbey (see previous post). Someday I’d like to do a “real” book tour, like authors used to. But I suppose it’s just … Continue reading →

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Book Launch for “Murder at Northanger Abbey”

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Shannon Winslow

The day is finally here! Maybe some of you have been waiting impatiently for Murder at Northanger Abbey to come out. Believe me, I have too! Usually I underestimate how long it will take to get everything done and I’m … Continue reading →

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