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Laurie Viera Rigler
Laurie Viera Rigler is the author of CONFESSIONS OF A JANE AUSTEN ADDICT and RUDE AWAKENINGS OF A JANE AUSTEN ADDICT, in which a twenty-first-century L.A. girl and a gentleman's daughter from Regency England inexplicably switch bodies, time periods, and lives. Laurie is also the creator of SEX AND THE AUSTEN GIRL, the comedy web series inspired by her Austen Addict novels.
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A bit of news: we're still crazy! (and we're moving)
Posted Sep 17, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Revisit Austen in August!
Posted Aug 1, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Writing Tips from Fitzgerald, Ishiguro, and Vonnegut
Posted Apr 11, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Do You Have What It Takes To Time Travel? Take the Quiz!
Posted Mar 18, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Things Jane Austen's Characters Do That Would Be...
Things Jane Austen's Characters Do That Would Be Weird If You Did Them. Now we know why people are looking at us strangely. Continue reading
Posted Mar 18, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Listen to an audiofile of Cornel West talking about Jane Austen.
Dr. Cornel West was one of the plenary speakers at the JASNA 2012 Annual General Meeting in Brooklyn, which focused on the theme “Sex, Money and Power in Jane Austen’s Fiction.” Dr. West, who retired as Class of 1943 Professor... Continue reading
Reblogged Mar 18, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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"I write only when inspiration strikes....
"I write only when inspiration strikes. Fortunately it strikes every morning at nine o'clock sharp."-W. Somerset Maugham, quoted in the excellent book The War of Art by Steven Pressfield, with a foreword by Robert McKee. Just open to any random... Continue reading
Posted Mar 18, 2015 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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We are also going to have a twitter party from 8-9 PM EST on Sunday, Dec 7th with lots more giveaways!
p.s. Comments function here was a bit wonky this morning but seems to be fine now--if you are having any issues, please message me at laurieATjaneaustenaddict.com. Thanks!
Commented Dec 4, 2014 on Holiday Readathon Giveaway (& De-Stress Central) at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Giveaway (& De-Stress Central)
"This year is going to be different. This year I refuse to get stressed out during the holidays." This year we at Austen Addict Central would like to help you keep that promise. We've got tips to help you melt away the stress of the holidays. And we've got a HOLIDAY READATHON DE-STRESSING PRIZE...
Holiday Readathon Giveaway (& De-Stress Central)
Posted Dec 4, 2014 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Writing With Power, Thanks to Wonder Woman (and Amy Cuddy).
Posted Oct 16, 2014 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Mansfield Park: First Impressions, Shifting Loyalties (and a giveaway)
Posted Jun 14, 2014 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Slate.com explores the practice of dueling
Posted Apr 3, 2014 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Am happy to hear that you had such a sweet kitty, too.
Commented Jan 19, 2014 on Happy Cat Thursday at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Happy Cat Thursday
Did you know that today is Cat Thursday? Join in at The True Book Addict. This was my kitty, a rescue from the Pasadena Humane Society who brought eight years of joy to our lives. She made us laugh: ...she taught us how to relax: ...and she was always ready for a cuddle. She was the most a...
Happy Cat Thursday
Posted Jan 16, 2014 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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What would my life be like without Jane Austen?
Posted Dec 17, 2013 at Jane Austen Addict Blog
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Mine, too! I watch it every year. Thanks for entering!
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
Thanks for your list, Andrea! I loved Memoirs of a Geisha.
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
Definitely not too late; it's open till midnight Pacific. Thank you for your lovely answer to my challenge. I agree, this time of year is all about love :)
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
I have not seen those Doris Day movies and definitely must do so. Thank you! I'm a sucker for stuff like Touch of Mink and How to Marry a Millionaire (not Doris Day, but that same era, I think.)
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
Thanks, Betsy--I will definitely have to watch this one again.
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
wow, so many people chose The Notebook. I will have to read this book. I saw the film and found it very touching. Thanks for entering, Lydia!
Commented Dec 9, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
LOL re Robert Redford. I feel that way about him in Three Days of the Condor. Also love The American President. Thanks for entering!
Commented Dec 8, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
Thank you for reminding me about Shadowlands. One of the most beautiful films I have ever seen. Makes me cry every time.
Commented Dec 8, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
Bride and Prejudice is a big favorite with me. I also have the soundtrack. Thanks for entering, Emma!
Commented Dec 8, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
I think I must watch North and South again--so romantic. Thanks for the reminder and for a great list!
Commented Dec 8, 2013 on Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway! at Jane Austen Addict Blog
Holiday Readathon Challenge + Giveaway!
UPDATE: This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the winner: Michelle of The True Book Addict! Thanks to everyone who entered, and happy holidays to all. At this time of year, it is easy to get caught up in stress. At this time of year, it is easy to forget that this time of year is real...
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