Tag Archives: Jane Austen quotes

The Rules of “Movie Day”

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

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 →

Posted in movies, Uncategorized | Tagged Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, movie day, Pride and Prejudice, Shannon Winslow, sisters | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in audio books, blog hop, excerpts, my books, Shannon Winslow's writing, Uncategorized | Tagged Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, new excerpt, next project, Persuasion, preview, Pride and Prejudice, Shannon Winslow, shannon winslow's books | 12 Comments

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

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

“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 →

Posted in my books, Uncategorized | Tagged Book preview, cover reveal, Elmma, Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, Mr. Knightley, Mr. Knightley in His Own Words, Shannon Winslow | 9 Comments

North and South: a Review

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

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 →

Posted in audio books, Austen Variations, England, movies, Uncategorized | Tagged book review, Elizabeth Gaskell, Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, movie review, North and South, Richard Armitage, Shannon Winslow | 6 Comments

Procrastination Over; Decision Made at Last!

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

I delayed as long as possible the impossible choice of who would grace the cover of my upcoming book: Mr. Knightley in His Own Words. Read how I finally decided! Continue reading →

Posted in art, cover design, my books, Uncategorized | Tagged book cover design, Emma, Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, Mr. Knightley, Mr. Knightley in His Own Words, Shannon Winslow | 8 Comments

The Mr. Knightley Pageant

Posted on June 29, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

Who should I put on the cover of my upcoming book – Mr. Knightley in His Own Words? I need you on the panel of judges to help me decide! Continue reading →

Posted in contests, cover design, fun & games, movies, Uncategorized | Tagged cover art, Emma, Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, Jeremy Northam, Johnny Flynn, Jonny Lee Miller, Mark Strong, Mr. Knightely, Mr. Knightley in His Own Words, Shannon Winslow | 56 Comments

Revisiting the Blank Canvas

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Shannon Winslow

Look back with me at the creation of the cover art for my first novel: The Darcys of Pemberley. Continue reading →

Posted in cover design, Uncategorized, writing | Tagged book cover creation, cover art, Jane Austen, Jane Austen quotes, Pride and Prejudice, Shannon Winslow, The Darcys of Pemberley | 6 Comments

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 →