Author: Kirstin Odegaard
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Regency Childbirth
Forceps, anesthesia, and hot, spiced wine: What was it like to give birth in Regency England?
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Getting Away With Murder: All About Regency Duels
Why did Colonel Brandon and Willoughby fire one shot and then walk away? This post explores the ins and outs of Regency duels.
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What Did Other Authors Say About Jane Austen?
They loved her and hated her! Check out other author’s thoughts on Jane Austen.
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How Did Austen Feel About the Slave Trade?
Emma and Mansfield Park both mention the slave trade. What is Austen saying there?
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New JAFF Covers That Are Like Nothing You’ve Ever Seen Before
ChatGPT and I design some stellar covers that would make Austen herself swoon.
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What Happened to Kitty and Mary?: Austen Reveals What Happened to Her Characters After the Novels Ended
Read about Austen’s endings for Jane Fairfax, Kitty, and Mr. Woodhouse.
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Murder, Theft, and Guillotines: The Colorful Lives of Jane’s Family & How They Influenced Her Novels
Murder! Theft! Guillotines! Dive into the colorful lives of Jane Austen’s family members and how they influenced her novels.
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Elizabeth’s Favorite Day
This month, I wrote a song for Elizabeth, sung to the tune of “My Favorite Things” from The Sound of Music. Enjoy!
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Is Mr. Collins Really That Bad?
We all love to laugh at Mr. Collins, but what about his good qualities? (Yes! He has them!)
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What Did Jane Austen Have to Say About Her Own Novels?
Take a peek into Austen’s letters to find out what she thought about her works and about herself as an author.