We get to know Willoughby and learn he's not a fan of the ColonelTruth is violently outraged - get it on a notebook, cushion, tote bag, badge or magnetYou are endeavouring to disarm me by reason - get it on a card, cushion, poster, womens shirt or me...

Kia ora Since you're on the waiting list you're the first to know the reading retreat is booked!When: 5 - 7 March 2027Where: Karori, WellingtonSpaces: 5 (queen bed in your own room)Day passes (Saturday): 5 (9am-6pm)If you want to get in before it's e...

Finally it seems like a real hero has arrived!Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her websiteBuy our merch on RedbubbleBook for a Jane Austen Society of Aotearoa New Zealand event on Humanitix

Kia ora I wanted you to be the first to know that I'm officially a certified life coach. This badge has quietly appeared on my website and once the school announces it on their Instagram, I'll announce it on mine. It's an extension of the course I di...

Colonel Brandon loves Marianne but does Edward love Elinor?Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her websiteBuy our merch on RedbubbleBook for a Jane Austen Society of Aotearoa New Zealand event...

Kia ora ,You remember that coaching/writing offer I mentioned in my last email? I'm doing some market research to refine it - Can you help?I'd love to speak with writers who are:- neurodivergent women- feeling stuck in the writing processI'd like to...

Kia ora I'm always honest, some might say too much so... If you follow me on Instagram you may notice any mention of the novel I co-wrote has disappeared. I don't plan on addressing it publicly but I'll let you know that it was gutting to let go of,...

Kia ora So...did I overshare?The world is a mess, as much as I try to ignore it, plus I overdid it (multiple times) and Pat, my long time writer friend, died. Additionally, I realised "normal" work is no longer for me, employers - sadly, even a disab...