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Think Twice Before You Self Publish

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

If there’s a common flaw in self-publishing, it’s that too many books are published too soon. Experienced voices across the publishing world continually advise self-publishers to get help with editing, and not just copyediting but story editing too. It’s difficult, … Continue reading →

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A Resurgence of Jane Austen

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Several people believe that Colin Firth’s stellar two-year “flirt” with Oscar’s fame – first with a spectacular performance in “A Single Man” and then in “The King’s Speech” – has led to a resurgence of Jane Austen’s popularity. In the … Continue reading →

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The Real Murder Behind William Boyd’s “Any Human Heart”

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

In 1943 the richest man in the Bahamas was bludgeoned to death. Who was the murderer and what was the involvement of the Duke of Windsor? Intrigued by the case, William Boyd included it in his novel Any Human Heart, … Continue reading →

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Mars vs. Venus (or) Writing from a Woman’s Perspective

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

When I write a Pride and Prejudice sequel/adaptation, I do so from Darcy’s point of view, rather than from Elizabeth’s. When I speak of Austen’s Persuasion, I speak of Wentworth’s thoughts. When I am writing of the Realm, I do so as a member … Continue reading →

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Pride 47 – Prejudice 5 (or) The Changing of Book Titles

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Pride and Prejudice was originally entitled First Impressions, which is a much better title when one considers how Jane Austen bombards her readers with the theme of “impressions”: first, flawed, and founded. However, that is material for a future post. What I … Continue reading →

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Time.com’s List of the Best 100 Novels

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Welcome to the massive, anguished, exalted undertaking that is the ALL TIME 100 books list. The parameters: English language novels published anywhere in the world since 1923, the year that TIME Magazine began, which, before you ask, means that Ulysses (1922) doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The Influx of eBooks

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

This excerpt comes from Publishers Weekly. To read the complete article, visit http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/digital/retailing/article/52204-the-march-of-the-e-books.html E-books accounted for 7% of consumer spending on books in 2011 and 14% of units purchased, according to the most recent data from Bowker Market Research. In 2010, … Continue reading →

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Interview with Austen author, Regina Jeffers, and The Real World According to Sam (Part 2)

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Part Two (originally published on The World According to Sam) Q: Writing an entire novel continuing the adventures of Austen characters is rather indicative of your fondness for Miss Austen’s work. Can you tell us about your first experience with … Continue reading →

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Interview with Austen author, Regina Jeffers, and The Real World According to Sam

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

Part One (originally posted on The Real World According to Sam) Q: Tell us about your latest book. A: The Disappearance of Georgiana Darcy is a cozy mystery, much in the vein of an Agatha Christie novel or the “Murder She … Continue reading →

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Whuppity Scoorie and Whoopy Do

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Regina Jeffers

by Regina Jeffers So what is Whuppity Scoorie? It is a unique celebration of spring taking place in Lanark (on the east bank of the River Clyde), Scotland. On March 1, youngsters take part in the ancient custom of “Whuppity Scoorie.” … Continue reading →

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