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Books & More Books: Greek Lessons by Han Kang
In the wake of her acclaimed work, The Vegetarian, Han Kang delivers another powerful novel, Greek Lessons, hailed as the Book of the Year 2023 by The New... Read more
Posted on 16 March 2024 ART & DESIGN, BOOKS, CULTURE, MOVIES -
New Release! Finding Jane Fairfax by Robbin j. Peterson
ABOUT THE BOOKJane Fairfax knows she is truly fortunate. Most orphans face lives of hardship, whereas she was adopted by doting surrogate parents who elevated... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2024 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Caroline Bingley: Damn Her and Her Fine Eyes. a Short Story.
Introducing Damn Her and Her Fine Eyes! Greetings, dear readers of My Jane Austen Book Club! Today, I am thrilled to present to you a delightful treat for all... Read more
Posted on 02 March 2024 BOOKS, CULTURE -
She Played and Sang, Jane Austen and Music: an Interview with Author Gillian...
Welcome, dear readers, to our new journey into a lesser-explored aspect of Jane Austen's world: her profound connection to music. Read more
Posted on 01 March 2024 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Author Guest Post & Excerpt: Jayne Bamber, a Quick Succession of Busy Nothings
Today, we are thrilled to host author Jayne Bamber as our esteemed guest blogger. Jayne is here to present her latest release, a delightful fusion where the... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2024 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Talking Jane Austen with ... Author Caroline Malcom-boulton!
A Unique Crossover Caroline Malcom-Boulton is the author of The Three Witches of Milton, a unique crossover novella which unites and explores elements from thre... Read more
Posted on 20 February 2024 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Review: Cyanide and Sensibility, a Delectably Delightful Mystery
Hello, everyone! I hope you've been following all the excitement around the release of Katie Oliver's Cyanide and Sensibility so far. What about my author... Read more
Posted on 18 December 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Cyanide and Sensibility Virtual Book Tour: Interview with Author Katie Oliver
Welcome, dear readers, to the much-anticipated kickoff of the Cyanide and Sensibility Virtual Book Tour here at My Jane Austen Book Club! Read more
Posted on 04 December 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Austen Mindfulness: Sense and Sensibility
Jane Austen's novels offer valuable insights into human behaviour and relationships, and there are mindfulness lessons that can be gleaned from her works. Read more
Posted on 26 October 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Book Review: Jane and the Final Mystery by Stephanie Barron
Stephanie Barron, the talented author known for her Being a Jane Austen Mystery series, brings us a captivating and bittersweet conclusion to a beloved... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Celebrating 100 Years of Italo Calvino: Finding Lightness in the Inferno
This year marks the centennial celebration of the remarkable Italian writer Italo Calvino. As an Italian and a devoted reader of his works, I find myself... Read more
Posted on 19 October 2023 ART & DESIGN, BOOKS, CULTURE, MOVIES -
Jane and the Final Mystery, Interview with Author Stephanie Barron
Dear fellow Jane Austen enthusiasts and mystery lovers, It's a delightful honour to kick off the blog tour for Stephanie Barron's latest novel, "JANE AND THE... Read more
Posted on 16 October 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Shannon Winslow: Discovering Mr. Knightley
(from Shannon Winslow) Writing a novel takes a long time, so authors need strong inspiration to carry them through. My inspiration (for this book and all the... Read more
Posted on 07 October 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Discovering the Healing Power of Kdramas: My Personal Journey
Today, I want to take you on a journey through the captivating world of Korean dramas and share how they became my ultimate source of joy, inspiration, and... Read more
Posted on 05 October 2023 ART & DESIGN, BOOKS, CULTURE, MOVIES -
How Jane Austen Persevered
Jane Austen's House - Chawton Recently, I have faced some huge challenges in my life and have had many obstacles to overcome. My experiences have made me think... Read more
Posted on 30 September 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Useful Or Useless Knowledge: a Debate on Education
Should schools primarily teach practical, useful skills for the real world, or is there value in cultivating knowledge that some might consider as useless? Read more
Posted on 29 September 2023 ART & DESIGN, BOOKS, CULTURE, MOVIES -
Autumnal Melancholy in Jane Austen's Persuasion
Sally Hawkins as Anne Elliott - Persuasion 2007“Her pleasure in the walk arise from the exercise and the day, from the view of the last smiles of the year upon... Read more
Posted on 27 September 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Blog Tour - the Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch
Welcome to My Jane Austen Book Club! Today, we embark on a bewitching literary journey that merges the timeless atmosphere of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice... Read more
Posted on 25 September 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Why i Continue to Cherish Teaching: a Teacher's Reflection
Teaching, undoubtedly one of the most demanding professions, is often associated with burnout and health concerns. While I acknowledge the inherent stress that... Read more
Posted on 23 September 2023 ART & DESIGN, BOOKS, CULTURE, MOVIES -
Jane Austen's Leading Ladies: Virtues and Flaws
Jennifer Ehle as Elizabeth Bennet and Colin Firth as Mr Darcy (1995)After discussing heroes, let’s have a look at Jane Austen's female leading characters. Read more
Posted on 20 September 2023 BOOKS, CULTURE