Category Archives: real life tales

Anglo-Norman Literature: Part I ~ Introduction to Medieval Verse Romances

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Early “romances” were stories written in verse in one of the Roman language. Essentially, a romance incorporated the elements of adventure, passion, the extraordinary, and an exaggeration of the virtues and vices of human nature. Originating from the French, the … Continue reading →

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How Austen Changes Up the “Courtship Novel”

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Earlier, we examine Austen’s art in the “courtship novel,” specifically in Pride and Prejudice.”Here we see that Jane Austen’s portrayal of courtship differs from that of many courtship novels written throughout the eighteenth century: in Austen’s novels, instead of submitting … Continue reading →

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Early Anglo-Norman Literature

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Anglo-Norman literature was a verse literature in which we find a love for word play. The tone was lighter and the themes romantic. Even when the subject was an imaginary historical or religious figure, the overall effect remained romantic. Imagination … Continue reading →

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Political History of England Under the Normans

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The French influence upon England and its culture lasted some 300 years, creating changes in the political, social and cultural realms.  Politically, England saw an acceleration of a “united” England and a spirit of nationalism. The acceptance of a centralized … Continue reading →

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The Ratcliffe Highway Murders as a Plot Point in “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin” + an excerpt + another giveaway

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

When I began writing The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin: A Pride and Prejudice Mystery, I thought to use the actual Regency era case known as “The Ratcliffe Highway Murders” in the plot line for the although a suspect was … Continue reading →

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Procedure for a Trial in the House of Lords

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Procedure for a Trial in the House of Lords When I first began to write The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin, I set myself the task of learning more of the legal procedures practiced during the Regency Period. The trial … Continue reading →

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Celebrating the Release of “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin” with an Excerpt + a Giveaway

Posted on June 19, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

My latest Austenesque cozy mystery is now available. It contains lots of history and so many twists and turns, you will be scratching your head.  Fitzwilliam Darcy is enjoying his marital bliss. His wife, the former Elizabeth Bennet, presented him … Continue reading →

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Lessons Learned from the Publishing World

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

With the changing world of the publishing business, authors must learn new lessons or be left by the wayside. Over the past year, I experienced more than one “lesson” as I moved forward in my career. Since late 2008, I … Continue reading →

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A Writ of Error as a Plot Point in “The Prosecution of Mr. Darcy’s Cousin”

Posted on June 15, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

For my latest cozy mystery, part of the action is a trial set in 1816. Many of the tenets of court law we now accept as commonplace were not part of the court system during the Regency Period. For example, … Continue reading →

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Readers’ Entertainment Magazine Interview with Regina Jeffers

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

This is an excerpt from an interview I did with Readers’ Entertainment News.  1. First, tell us a bit about yourself. Where you’re from? Past jobs, awards, the usual bio stuff. Born in Huntington, West Virginia, over the years, I … Continue reading →

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