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What’s for the Encore?

Posted on July 27, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

The launch party for “Colonel Brandon in His Own Words” is wrapping up, so what should I write next? Three ideas. One sneak peek at a proposed P&P prequel. Continue reading →

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“Colonel Brandon in His Own Words” is here!

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

I’m excited to introduce you to my brand new book: Colonel Brandon in His Own Words! – a supplement to Sense and Sensibility. Discover the inside story – everything Jane Austen didn’t tell us – all in Colonel Brandon’s own words. Continue reading →

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Cover Strip Tease

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

NEW POST: Cover reveal teaser, publication date, and official blurb for “Colonel Brandon in His Own Words”! Continue reading →

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Spring Surprises

Posted on April 25, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

Taking the opportunity to share some updates, some pretty spring pictures, and a surprising bit of personal news. Continue reading →

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Cover Design Prototypes – Taking a Poll

Posted on March 26, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

I’m thinking ahead to the cover design for “Colonel Brandon in His Own Words,” and I want your vote on these 4 prototypes! Continue reading →

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Creating Your Own Amusement

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

New excerpt from completed draft of “Colonel Brandon in His Own Words”! – courting Marianne. Also, comment on the writer/reader partnership that creates enjoyment of a novel. Continue reading →

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The Best Movies I Never Watch

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Shannon Winslow

My movie collection: what gets re-watched, what doesn’t, and why. Also an update on my work-in-progress: Colonel Brandon in His Own Words. Continue reading →

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Beneficial Exercise

Posted on December 27, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Jane Austen and I both believe in the benefits of a long walk – for ourselves as well as our characters! Read an excerpt of one such important and romantic walk. Continue reading →

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November Nostalgia

Posted on November 27, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Update on my work-in-progress, and remembering my mother. Continue reading →

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Sense and Sensibility: the Themes Just Keep on Coming

Posted on October 26, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Ever thought about the themes expressed in “Sense and Sensibility”? I hadn’t, not until I started writing a variation from Colonel Brandon’s point of view. Now I see them everywhere! Take a look, and also read an excerpt of when Brandon first meets Marianne. Continue reading →

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