Category Archives: Living in the Regency

The Ladies of Llangollen, a Romantic Friendship, from Guest Author Sue Wilkes

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Regina Jeffers

The post originally appeared upon Austen Authors. I know you find it an exceptionally well researched and compelling tale.  It’s clear from Jane Austen’s novels and letters that female friendships played a very important role in her life. In Northanger … Continue reading →

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Learning to Be the “Lady of the Manor”

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Regina Jeffers

 Ladies in a country house were expected to practice the “correct” moral, social, and religious customs of the day. Not only were them women judged by these standards, but so were the rest of their family, especially if they acted … Continue reading →

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Fitzwilliam Darcy: Hero or Bad Boy? Guest Post from Martine Roberts

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Regina Jeffers

This post was originally posted on Austen Authors, but I thought it worthy of a second look. From Martine Roberts we have a post on our favorite Austen hero (or it that our favorite bad boy)? IT is a truth universally … Continue reading →

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When in “Pride and Prejudice” Does Darcy Accept His Love for Elizabeth?

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Regina Jeffers

 When Fitzwilliam Darcy first encounters Elizabeth Bennet at the Meryton assembly, he tells Bingley, “At such an assembly as this, it [dancing] would be insupportable? Your sisters are engaged, and there is not another woman in the room whom it … Continue reading →

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Meet Adam Lawrence, my Go-To Character in Nine of My Novels

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

This post appeared recently on Helen Hollick’s blog, but I thought to share it with you because I dearly loved the premise. Enjoy!  We all know the protagonist is the hero (or anti-hero!) of a novel. He or she usually … Continue reading →

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The British Royal Navy and Jane Austen

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

In referring to the cult-like following of those who extolled all things involving Admiral Horatio Nelson, Jane Austen once wrote, “I am sick of Nelson.” Yet, the author always appreciated the lives of men in the Royal Navy. Two of … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen’s Publishing Options, or Being a Female Writer in the Regency Era

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

Publishing Options for Women During Jane Austen’s Lifetime I thought it time to revisit this post for several people of late have asked me of Austen and self-publishing. “Novels” during the early Regency were geared toward the female reader; therefore, … Continue reading →

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From Where Does the Name “Cutty Sark Scotch Whisky” Come?

Posted on November 25, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

With the news of the anniversary of the Cutty Sark ship this past week, I thought to renew this post. First a bit on the clipper ship: On 22 November, Cutty Sark celebrates the 146th anniversary of her launch. Originally designed … Continue reading →

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William “520 Percent” Miller, Inspiration for “Mr. Darcy’s Bargain”

Posted on November 18, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

In my latest release, Mr. Darcy’s Bargain, Elizabeth pleads with Darcy to save the citizens of Meryton from a scam being perpetrated upon them by Mr. Wickham. But how did I come up with the idea of this scam as … Continue reading →

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‘Holly and Hopeful Hearts’ and Charity at Christmas Time from the Bluestocking Belles + a Giveaway

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Regina Jeffers

 Today, I welcome Amy Rose Bennett back to the blog, representing several of my favorite Regency authors, a group known as the Bluestocking Belles. They have a lovely boxed holiday set they are sharing with us. I preordered mine, and … Continue reading →

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