Fanny finally steps into the spotlight but has to deal with Edmund's feelings for Miss Crawford her new friend. If you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-fiYou can find Frances on Twitter or at her websiteSupport the podcast and hear...

In this New Year episode we discuss Chapter 21 and plans for 2022. We are still feeling sorry for Maria as she throws herself into marriage. The slave trade has it's one mention in the novel.If you'd like to support the podcast you can donate on Ko-f...

In celebration of the season we talk about some traditions, where they may have come from, and when Christmas is mentioned in Jane Austen's fiction. Whether you celebrate or not thanks for listening this year.If you'd like to show us some love this s...

Whew you can tell I'm excited because I'm talking really fast as we get into chapter 20.Sir Thomas is too polite, Maria is heartbroken, you could argue so is Mr Yates, Mrs Norris continues to be selfish and Fanny is (surprise, surprise) absentSupport...

The most important question is raised in this discussion - is Fanny furniture?We talk about the funniest scene in the book and pity Sir Thomas on his return home.Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram o...

Everything is spinning out of control - the theatre is going well, then everyone starts complaining, Fanny is induced to act and then....Sir Thomas arrivesSupport the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at he...

In chapter 17 the theatre drama continues. Fanny is not involved but silently watching and, let's be honest, judging. Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her websiteBuy our merch on RedbubbleBo...

This scene introduces us to the East Room; a room no one else wants so it goes to Fanny. Edmund visits her and instead of calming her stresses about the theatre he adds to them.Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTu...

The play was chosen in the last chapter, now it's time to cast the actors! Will Fanny be forced into acting?Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her websiteBuy our merch on RedbubbleBook for an...

The theatre drama continues and they finally settle on a play. Fanny observes all.Support the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Instagram or at her websiteBuy our merch on RedbubbleBook for an Austen Society event on Hu...