Author Archives: Maria Grace

Another Chance part 1

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Charles Bingley makes a promise which Caroline must now fulfill–planning the Netherfield Ball. Part 1 Nov 14, 1811 The garish Bennet women finally trundled out of Netherfield’s parlor. Not a moment too soon.  Caroline pressed her eyes with thumb and forefinger. They had already overstayed their allotted quarter hour by that much again. How much trouble had that wrought? What disaster might ensue if they stayed any longer? Pray they not choose to call again. … Continue reading →

Reason #100 Why writing takes so long

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#100 Black cats are bad luck    Except today, when they bring you a new free book. Check out the side bar for a free copy of  “Lady Catherine’s Cat”     On the whole, writers aren’t known for being a superstitious lot. Not like professional athletes who, according to some, have the market cornered on superstitious behaviors. No, we writers are normal, well grounded people. I heard that–that resounding snort and huff that came about … Continue reading →

Public Schools in Jane Austen’s Day

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Most gentlemen were sent to public boarding schools to prepare them for university. These schools bore little resemblance to public schools today. Public schools were public in the sense that boys were taught in groups outside of their private homes, not in the sense that these institutions were funded by public funds. A number of public schools existed, but the landed elite in particular chose to send their sons to a select number of these … Continue reading →

Cupcakes with dinner

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Sometimes dinner doesn’t go exactly according to plan. I believe that sharing a meal with someone is one of the best ways to get to know them. So periodically, we invite folks from church that we don’t know very well over for dinner, just for the chance to get acquainted. A little like a Regency era dinner party. Generally, it has been really fun and we’ve enjoyed getting to know people that we otherwise wouldn’t … Continue reading →

Time for Something Completely Different

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Every now and again it’s time for something completely different. So yeah, I know this won’t surprise you, but every now and again I venture out of the Regency era and wander about in some very different territory.  I’m so excited to be able to share with you some of  the fruits of that process! For your approval, I present:Putting the Science in Fiction This  nonfiction book based on Dan Kobolt’s Science in Sci-fi blog … Continue reading →