Monthly Archives: April 2024

Georgian Era Lexicon – We’re Up to the Letter “F”

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Regina Jeffers

In the singular form the lexicon of a particular subject is all the terms associated with it. The lexicon of a person or group is all the words they commonly use. As a plural noun, a lexicon is an alphabetical … Continue reading →

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Welcoming Austen-Inspired Author, Amanda Kai, with a DOUBLE Release

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Regina Jeffers

I’m here today celebrating a double book release! A Little Bit Foolish is a collection of Pride and Prejudice April Fool’s stories, and Swipe Right for Mr. Darcy is a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice. In 2021, I began … Continue reading →

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Easter During the Regency and the Opening of Parliament

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Regina Jeffers

Kathryn Kane tells us, “With regard to the opening of Parliament being associated with Easter, it is important to remember that Easter was the most important holiday in the Christian calendar, and spring has always been considered the beginning of … Continue reading →

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