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What is the Gothic? A Spooky Explainer

With the nights getting longer and darker, the world gets a little spookier! Complement the encroaching darkness with a Gothic read.

Which Jane Austen novel is your perfect summer read?

Which Jane Austen novel is your perfect summer read?

The Language of the Fan - Staying Cool: Regency Style

It's hot hot hot outside, but careful how you fan yourself, you might send the wrong message.

How to find a husband - Bridgerton style!

So you're looking for a partner - can Bridgerton help you find them?

Taking a turn : Exercise in Jane Austen's England

We're all getting into running - but what would Jane Austen have made of your running shoes and lycra?

Flowers for Spring, Jane Austen Style

To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment. Jane Austen, Mansfield Park  With Easter weekend on the horizon and many other religious holidays falli...

How to have a Regency Spring Clean

Cleaning might have changed a lot since the early 1800s, but there are definitely things we can learn from Regency Housekeepers.

How to set up your own book club in 2024

Looking to set up a book club in the new year? We've got you covered

The Regency Guide to Embracing the Winter Chill

Monday. Here’s a day! – The Ground covered with snow! What is to become of us? – We were to have walked out early to near Shops, & had the Carriage for the more distant. – Mr. Richard Snow is...

Is Austen finding new fans on… Tiktok?

At time of writing, the AustenTok hashtag has over 44.6 million views.

Book recommendations for long winter nights

Here are my recommended new releases for fans of Austen.