Tag Archives: Jane Austen quotes

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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Making a Start

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

Sometimes starting a new novel is the hardest part, but I’ve finally got something to show you! Take a sneak peek at the prologue of “Colonel Brandon in His Own Words.” Continue reading →

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August Ups and Downs

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

My month of August in review – great travels and one great loss. Continue reading →

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A Movie Review: Emma 2020

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

My thoughts on the deliberately different EMMA. Does Emma 2020 bring anything to the table that’s worthwhile? Plus I have a NEW AUDIO BOOK out! Continue reading →

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What’s Next?

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

What’s Next? I have in mind writing a “Sense and Sensibility” book. Help me decide which one! Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal Bonus!

Posted on April 20, 2021 by Shannon Winslow

A Cover Reveal Bonus: a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the cover for “Fitzwilliam Darcy in His Own Words.” Continue reading →

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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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