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Author Archives: Regina Jeffers
A New Sherlock Holmes
I am very psyched because tomorrow evening one of my favorite British actors (Benedict Cumberbatch) will portray one of my favorite literary characters (Sherlock Holmes) in Masterpiece Mystery on PBS. Although his name may not be familiar, I am sure … Continue reading
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Tagged Amazing Grace, Atonement, Benedict Cumberbatch, Cambridge Spies, Martin Freeman, Rupert Graves, Sherlock Holmes, Starter for 10, The Other Boleyn Girl
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Actions Speak Louder Than Words: Movie Discussion of Pride and Prejudice 1995
In reading Jane Austen, one can easily imagine the Austen children acting out a play created by the boisterous Jane. Her novels have all the elements of drama: a small cast, limited settings, and no special effects. In this manner, … Continue reading
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Tagged Colin Firth, Elizabeth Bennet, film adaptation, Fitzwilliam Darcy, Jane Austen, Jennifer Ehle
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An Internet Reputation
As an author, I accept the fact that not everyone will enjoy my books. I feel the same way about other writers. But what some of us are finding are people who purposely set out to destroy another author’s standing. … Continue reading
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My Interview from “My Jane Austen Book Club” on Oct. 7, 2010
Writing passionately comes easily to Regina Jeffers. A master teacher, for thirty-nine years, she passionately taught thousands of students English in the public schools of West Virginia, Ohio, and North Carolina. Yet, “teacher” does not define her as a person. … Continue reading
Meet the Austen Authors!!!
Several times over the past few weeks, I have mentioned being a part of a unique group of writers: the Austen Authors. In early September 2010, this group took into its own hands a way of meeting new readers: We … Continue reading
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Tagged Abigail Reynolds, Beth Pattillo, C. Allyn Pierson, Carolyn Eberhart, Cindy Jones, Diana Birchall, Heather Rigaud, J. Marie Croft, Jack Caldwell, Jane Odiwe, Juliet Archer, Kara Louise, Karen Wasylowski, Kathryn Nelson, Lynn Shepherd, Marilyn Brant, Marsha Altman, Mary Simonsen, Monica Fairview, Pamela Aidan, Regina Jeffers, Sharon Lathan, Skylar Burris, Susan Adriani, Susan Kaye, Victoria Connelly
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Make a Difference Day – Have You Committed to It?
On October 23, volunteers from across the U.S. will “make a difference” in their communities. It is our nation’s largest day of volunteering for the good of someone else, with more than 3 million people helping 20 million others. Make … Continue reading
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Momentous TV
I found an article in my AARP newsletter about TV moments we all might remember. The newsletter included: October 1960 – the Richard Nixon/John F. Kennedy debates (Did you watch the debates, or did you listen on the radio? Your … Continue reading
October Celebrates …
On the Austen Authors Website (www.AustenAuthors.com,) we are planning a “Halloween” celebration at the end of the month, where we will feature Ben H. Winters, author of Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters. Planning for this made me think what … Continue reading
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Romantic Suspense Winner!!!
My newest novel, The Phantom of Pemberley, has been awarded third place in the Romantic Suspense category in the 5th Annual Dixie Kane Memorial Contest. The contest is sponsored by the Southern Louisiana Romance Writers of America.
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