Murder! Theft! Guillotines! Dive into the colorful lives of Jane Austen’s family members and how they influenced her novels.

Forceps, anesthesia, and hot, spiced wine: What was it like to give birth in Regency England?

Why did Colonel Brandon and Willoughby fire one shot and then walk away? This post explores the ins and outs of Regency duels.

They loved her and hated her! Check out other author’s thoughts on Jane Austen.

Emma and Mansfield Park both mention the slave trade. What is Austen saying there?

ChatGPT and I design some stellar covers that would make Austen herself swoon.

Read about Jane Austen's endings for Kitty, Jane Fairfax, Mr. Woodhouse, and other characters.

A song for Elizabeth, to the tune of "My Favorite Things"

We all love to laugh at Mr. Collins, but what about his good qualities? (Yes! He has them!)

Take a peek into Austen’s letters to find out what she thought about her works and about herself as an author.

Shoe making, graveyard picnics, and anthropomorphic taxidermy…just a day in the life of the Regency and Victorian upper class.

Your personal dictionary of Regency slang

A look at the publishing options in Austen's day and the difficulties of publishing as a woman

We’ve talked about Tom Lefroy, Jane’s short-lived flirtation. Then we discussed Jane’s mysterious seaside love, which appeared to be something deeper, although the identity of the man remains a mystery. This month, we’ll look at Jane’s marriage proposal from a wealthy, future estate holder. Engraving of Manydown House, surrounded by trees and gardens. Artist George Frederick Prosser, 1883. In 1802, Jane and Cassandra travelled from their home in Bath to Manydown House, nea

Jane meets an unnamed man on vacation…was this her one true love?

Jane’s crush on the young Tom Lefroy

A few more cell phone sends from P & P

Jane is expecting a ring, and then Bingley disappears for 8 months! Does she take him back too easily?

Winchester Cathedral is celebrating Austen’s 250th birthday with a statute of the author. Why are even Austen fans against it?

An exploration of the etiquette of leaving your calling card and receiving morning visitors. Spoiler: Don’t serve tea.