Pride & Prejudice variation

I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart; I am, I am, I am. —Sylvia Plath

INTERVIEW: Cathleen Earle Writes Best in the Morning

Christina Boyd interviews Austenesque author Kathleen Earle.

Christina Boyd

Dec 22, 20255 min read

Collage of people celebrating Jane Austen, with a portrait of her in a blue dress. Text reads "Oh happy day! #JANEAUSTEN250".

Jane Austen’s 250th: How I Marked the Occasion

Jane Austen turned 250 this year, and I celebrated her quietly—very quietly—at home in Washington State, while rain poured steadily outside. Though floodwaters rose in many areas here in Western Washington, from the safety of my home, the rain seemed suited for reflection and long glances out the window. I didn’t attend a ball or host a tea (confession: I didn’t drink tea at all). Instead, I brewed coffee, indulged in pastries, and settled in for an all-day Austen movie marat

Christina Boyd

Dec 18, 20253 min read

Portrait of a woman on a green background with "Beau North, author." Illustration of a Jane Austen scene with figures in period attire.

MY FAVORITE JANE AUSTEN SCENE by Beau North

Beau North shares her favorite Jane Austen Scene and why it speaks to her on such a personal level.

Beau North

Oct 20, 20255 min read

INTERVIEW: Jo Abbott Says Her Character Arcs and Plots Develop Together

Christina Boyd interviews British Austenesque author and editor Jo Abbott.

Christina Boyd

Oct 6, 20255 min read

Portrait of Anngela Schroeder, guest writer. Background shows a Jane Austen scene with a couple in period attire. Text: "My favorite Jane Austen scene."

MY FAVORITE JANE AUSTEN SCENE by Anngela Schroeder

My Favorite Jane Austen Scene: Anngela Schroeder, a favorite in the world of Austenesque fiction, shares a scene from Pride & Prejudice that continues to resonate with her and why.

Christina Boyd

Sep 22, 20254 min read