Get ready for EMMA in Spring
Make your spring delightful and join us in reading EMMA by Jane Austen!
Mansfield Park
Our book club discussion to wrap up Jane Austen's Mansfield Park is Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at 7 PM EST. Over the past two months, we've followed Fanny Price's journey as she navigates life with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park, exploring complex family dynamics and societal expectations of early 19th-century England.
We can't wait to hear your thoughts and insights on this classic story.
Get Ready for Emma!
We're thrilled to about our spring readalong featuring Jane Austen's masterpiece, Emma. This novel, celebrated for its exploration of friendship, community, kindness, class, and romance, is the perfect choice for those seeking a delightful Austen experience.
Emma is widely regarded as Austen's most well-crafted story, showcasing her literary prowess at its finest. As a mutual favorite and the first classic discussed on the podcast, it holds a special place in our hearts, making it a fitting and poignant selection to conclude our project with.
What to Expect (Get access to all of this today in Patreon!)
Reading schedule
Links to Austen-related resources
Book selections for self-indulgence
Official introduction episode (available to patrons first)
Stay tuned for upcoming news about:
Special classes
A guest appearance
Additional surprises
Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of Emma Woodhouse, a young woman whose well-intentioned but misguided matchmaking efforts lead to both comedic and heartfelt moments. This readalong promises to be an enriching experience, offering insights into Austen's brilliant character development and social commentary.
A Novel Pairings Closing Announcement
In addition to spring readalong plans and reading life updates, we want to remind you of our bittersweet announcement from a few weeks ago. After five years of nerdy delight with Novel Pairings, we've decided to wrap up this chapter of our literary journey.
Novel Pairings has always been about more than just talking books; we've built a community that celebrates stories and connections. Because of that, we wanted you to hear from us in a video that we recorded together to share why we're making this shift and to thank you for creating the most caring, thoughtful, and erudite community on the internet.
We’d love to hear from you—please feel free to reach out to us at novelpairingspod@gmail.com with any thoughts or questions you’d like to share.
We’ll be back on the main feed soon! Until then, we declare after all, there is no enjoyment like reading. How much sooner one tires of anything than of a book!
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