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) absentWant to...

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.Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeS...

Everything is spinning out of control - the theatre is going well, then everyone starts complaining, Fanny is induced to act and then....Sir Thomas arrivesWant to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeSupport...

In chapter 17 the theatre drama continues. Fanny is not involved but silently watching and, let's be honest, judging. Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeSupport the podcast and hear episodes early o...

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.Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to...

The play was chosen in the last chapter, now it's time to cast the actors! Will Fanny be forced into acting?Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeSupport the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFin...

The theatre drama continues and they finally settle on a play. Fanny observes all.Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeSupport the podcast and hear episodes early on Ko-fiFind Frances on YouTube, Inst...

In chapter 13 we are properly introduced to the Honourable Mr Yates who delights the company with talk of theatre. Edmund is a kill joy but who is the snake in this garden?Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to reque...

It's Fanny's first (impromptu) ball! Sadly she has to listen to Mrs Norris gossip and continues to witness Mr Crawford making moves on her cousins.Want to join a private one-on-one book club with Frances? Contact her to request a timeSupport the podc...