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You can’t say that: Ham-Handed

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 13, 2026 by Maria GraceAugust 20, 2026

Sometimes an expression catches my attention before it comes tumbling out of a character’s mouth. Such was the case (luckily) with “ham-handed” and “ham-fisted”.

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Gallery of Dragon Portraits: April

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 8, 2026 by Maria GraceOctober 12, 2026
Portrait of a tiny blue, bird-style dragon sitting on a stack of old books with more bookshelves in the background, in an ornate gold frame.

In honor of Jane Austen’s Dragons’ 10th anniversary and a new partnership with Deposit Photos, I’m excited to present a gallery of dragon portraits. And where better to start than with the very first dragon we met: April, the fluffy blue fairy dragon.

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Transportation for the Regency Middling Class

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 6, 2026 by Maria GraceAugust 13, 2026

Modest as they were, the gig, whiskey, cabriolet, and curricle allowed the middle class access to mobility only enjoyed by the elite classes of the past

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Pemberley turns 10 years old today! Time for a party!

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 2, 2026 by Maria GraceOctober 2, 2026
A bookcover featuring a cute green dragon sitting in a pewter grail with the sillouette of a dragon, peeking over the edge.

Pemberley Mr. Darcy’s Dragon was published ten years ago this month. I thought I was writing a three book series and would be moving on to the next things. Little did any of us know what would be in store! Hard at work on book 17, with 18 and 19 in the planning stages, I just had to stop a moment to celebrate. Actually we’ll be celebrating all month. Yes, that’s right all month! Let’s … Continue reading →

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Circulating Libraries

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on September 30, 2026 by Maria GraceAugust 21, 2026
Temple of Muses Library

A Most Affectionate Mother focuses on a circulating library–but what was it?

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