June 22, 2020
Giveaway! The Tiny Wren
Enter to win a set of exclusive handmade earrings from The Tiny Wren! Open to U.S. residents 13 and older. Ends July 3 at midnight (EST).
June 20, 2020
Emma. (2020) Movie Review
Autumn de Wilde’s Emma is a colorful, modern romantic comedy. For viewers who don’t usually like period dramas, it’s perfect. For fans of all things Regency and tradition… not so much.
June 19, 2020
Race in the Regency Era: conversation with Dr. Olivia Murphy
In honor of America’s Juneteenth, Dr. Olivia Murphy from the University of Sydney answered some questions I had about race, the Regency era, and the realities of life in Austen’s British Empire.
June 18, 2020
Emma (2009) Miniseries Review
With its attention to detail, social hierarchies, shots of beautiful estates, and loyalty to plot and characters, BBC’s 2009 Emma miniseries might be the best period drama adaptation I’ve seen.
June 15, 2020
Emma (1997) Movie Review
Andrew Davies’ writing delivers a charming adaptation with faithful characters, though the pacing could use some work.
June 13, 2020
Emma (1996) Movie Review
Douglas McGrath’s vision of Emma, while arguably faithful as an adaptation, didn’t mesh with mine.
June 11, 2020
Book Review: Emma
Emma is a long, well-written story of matchmaking blunders and lovable character interactions with charm, wit, and plenty of character growth.
June 8, 2020
Giveaway! from Kathryn Holeman Illustration
Enter to win a beautiful handmade Jane Austen Book Group package with bookmarks, coasters, and more from Kathryn Holeman Illustration. Open internationally, 13 years old and up. Ends June 19, 2020 at midnight (EST).
June 6, 2020
Sense and Sensibility Movie Review (1995)
Emma Thompson is a talented screenwriter, delivering a witty, creative adaptation with a lot of heart.
June 4, 2020
Sense and Sensibility Miniseries Review (2008)
The BBC’s Sense and Sensibility miniseries is a simple and faithful adaptation of a wonderful book.