Tag Archives: Jane Austen quotes

My Christmas / New Year’s Letter to You

It’s the end of another year – a good time to look back before moving forward. I do that every December, reviewing family events in preparation for writing our traditional Christmas letter/card. Yes, I’m one of the dwindling number who … Continue reading

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The Rules of “Movie Day”

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

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That’s a Wrap, So What’s Next?

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

“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

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North and South: a Review

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

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Procrastination Over; Decision Made at Last!

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

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The Mr. Knightley Pageant

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

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Revisiting the Blank Canvas

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

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Call me ‘George’

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

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Cooking Like Jane Austen

Sharing with you my adventures (so far) in cooking like Jane Austen! – negus, white soup, treacle tarts, and syllabub. Continue reading

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