Author Archives: Regina Jeffers

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About Regina Jeffers

Regina Jeffers is the award-winning author of Austenesque, Regency and historical romantic suspense.

Stir-Up Sunday: Do You Know How to Celebrate with the Christmas Pudding?

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Stir-up Sunday is an informal term in Anglican churches for the last Sunday before the season of Advent. The term comes from the opening words of the collect for the day in the Book of CommonPrayer of 1549 and later (a translation of … Continue reading →

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Interview with Austen Author, Regina Jeffers, from My Lady Web: Women’s History and Women Authors

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

This interview first appeared on My Lady Web: Women’s History and Women Authors http://www.myladyweb.blogspot.com/ What is it about Jane Austen-inspired literature that captured your fancy? I have been in love with Jane Austen’s stories for as long as I can remember. … Continue reading →

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Pride & Prejudice 2005 and Voyeurism

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

This is a film where the spectator enjoys a lesson in Voyeurism 101. We follow the story as we view the characters through windows, eavesdrop on them through doors, read over their shoulders, stand behind them while they are conversing, … Continue reading →

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May 27, 2012 BAFTA Nominees and Winners

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

For the complete list of nominees and winners, as well as the winners’ acceptance speeches, please visit http://www.bafta.org/television/awards/nominees-winner-2012,3256,BA.html Leading Actor Dominic West – Appropriate Adult (ITV) Benedict Cumberbatch – Sherlock (BBC One) John Simm – Exile (BBC One) Joseph Gilgun – This is England ’88 … Continue reading →

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Daily Life in Jane Austen’s Time: Political Intrigue

Posted on May 30, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Austen’s lifetime knew political intrigue that came to light with the splintering of the Whig party and the formation of a Conservative element. From 1788 to 1812, England experienced war after war, King George III’s madness, and the decadent lifestyle … Continue reading →

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Everyday Life in Jane Austen’s Time: Meals

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Breakfast In Jane Austen’s time, breakfast arrived late in the typical country household, usually between nine and ten of the clock. The household would have completed several tasks prior to sitting down to a simple meal. Using fine china, the … Continue reading →

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Women’s Rights During Jane Austen’s Time

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

  Feminism made a long overdue showing in the 18th Century. Society, as a whole debated important issues, and, naturally, well-informed women began to question their place in the whole structure. These women were not called “feminists,” but rather “female philosophers.” They … Continue reading →

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“Even You Can Write Comedy,” he said.

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

A friend of mine recently told me that I should consider writing comedy. I laughed, naturally, because I assumed he meant it as a joke. I am known for those kind of lines, which can strip someone of his dignity, … Continue reading →

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Pride & Prejudice??? Have You Lied about Reading It???

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Pride & Prejudice Is Top Book Brits Lie About Reading This article was originally published on Female First: Celebrity Gossip & Lifestyle Magazine. When it comes to literary classics, Brits are a nation of book bluffers according to the latest … Continue reading →

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Authors Pressed to Produce More Than One Novel Per Year

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

This article was originally posted on the NY Times.com.   Writer’s Cramp: In the E-Reader Era, a Book a Year Is Slacking For years, it was a schedule as predictable as a calendar: novelists who specialized in mysteries, thrillers and … Continue reading →

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