Tag Archives: Jane Austen

Sense and Sensibility Part 2

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

In December 1995, Columbia/Mirage Pictures released Sense and Sensibility to U.S. theatres. Based on Emma Thompson’s (who won the 1996 Academy Award for Best Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium) screenplay, this adaptation goes a long way in creating … Continue reading →

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Modern Day Pride and Prejudice

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

There is a new version of Pride and Prejudice to be released soon. Below you will find the link to the official website. I am not sure that I approve of the looks of the man playing Mr. Darcy (not … Continue reading →

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International Women’s Day – March 8

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

For International’s Women’s Day, the Jakarta Globe has posted a list of women writers who have each left behind an important legacy. Among those highlighted are Arundhati Roy, Sylvia Plath, Ayu Utami, Juliet Marillier, Jhumpa Lahiri, Banana Yoshimoto, Enid Blyton, … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen Writing Contest

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

The Chawton House Library has launched a new Jane Austen-inspired short story contest. The winner will receive 1000 pound. The last contest resulted in the Harper Collins release of Dancing with Mr. Darcy. For details, visit http://www.hampshirechronicle.co.uk/news/8881917.Jane_Austen_writing_contest_launched/ The deadline is March … Continue reading →

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Sense and Sensibility Movie Discussion

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

As part of JASNA’s salute to Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility in 2011, this will be a two-part look of the 1995 film adaptation. Next month, we will examine the “making” of Edward Ferras and Colonel Brandon. This month, however, … Continue reading →

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Launch of The Writers’ Block

Posted on February 16, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

Austen Authors is pleased to announce our own story board which features short stories, novellas, vignettes, excerpts, etc. from 23 Austen Authors. I hope you will visit and have a look around. http://austeninterlude.org/writersblock/index.php

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Favorite Jane Austen Romantic Finale

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

My Jane Austen Book Club fan site has a poll on which Jane Austen finale is the most romantic. Vote in the poll and leave a comment for great prizes. Go to http://thesecretunderstandingofthehearts.blogspot.com/2011/02/valentines-day-poll-which-is-most.html?showComment=1297688433836#c7203109615469841484 to see the choices,  to vote, and … Continue reading →

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Colin Firth’s Oscar Nomination and a Resurgence in All Things Jane Austen

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

Colin Firth’s award-winning performance in “The King’s Speech” has fueled a resurgence in all things related to Jane Austen. Firth is known to Austen fans as “Mr. Darcy,” and more than one Janeite has seen the film and has touted … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen Tea Series

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

Ms. Jane Austen, well-known authoress during the Regency period of timeless favorites such as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Mansfield Park, Emma, Northanger Abbey and Persuasion, holds a place in many people’s hearts. The Bingleys Tea Company name is drawn … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen Valentine Bear

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Regina Jeffers

  Would you like a Jane Austen Valentine bear for your very own? How about a Jane Austen t-shirt or one with a Shakespeare quote? Go to http://www.booklovertshirts.com/details.php?design=Ornate-Jane-Austen-Darcy.25694&product_type=Premium-Valentine-Teddy-Bear.231&aid=-1 to order.

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