Tag Archives: writing
Groan!!! More Editing Tips
If the people with whom we communicate understand us when we use “may” instead of “can,” or “convince” instead of “persuade,” or “one another” when we should be using “each other,” does it really matter? Semanticists often accept the changes, … Continue reading
Male vs. Female Perspective in Writing
When I write a Pride and Prejudice sequel/adaptation, I do so from Darcy’s point of view, rather than from Elizabeth’s. When I speak of Austen’s Persuasion, I speak of Wentworth’s thoughts. When I am writing of the Realm, I do so as a … Continue reading
How a Minor Character Controls the Story’s Action: Jane Austen’s Use of George Wickham
Yesterday, on Austenesque Extravganza, I interviewed our favorite bad boy, Mr. George Wickham. Actually, I held a celebrity intervention, but as an afterthought to that momentous event, I thought we might take a closer look at George Wickham’s importance to … Continue reading
The Etiquette of “Visiting” and How Jane Austen Used It as a Plot Device
In the 1800s, morning calls or visiting upon a household developed a certain protocol, and those who broke protocol were often shunned. First a calling card was presented to the household’s servant. It was common for those who came to … Continue reading
Jane Austen Writing Contest
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
Birth Order Research
For my newest book, I am doing some research in birth order and how it affects someone’s personality. Of course, I am one to believe that environment is more important to a person’s development. Knowing hardship, for example, makes a … Continue reading
I Hate the Word “Said”!!!!
When I write, I spend countless hours coming up with other words to use in the dialogue besides the word “said.” Then by the miracle of book editing, those efforts become lost in translation. These are words I prefer to … Continue reading
