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Design a gold coin for Jane Austen

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A Jane Austen portrait candle in Regency style

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From vinyl to Spotify, from letters to texts—you have been part of the world's transformation.

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Who says imagination belongs only to the young? We are the ones who changed the world.

From vinyl to Spotify, from letters to texts—we have been part of the world's transformation.

Cracking a case is like salty liquorice. Surprising at first,but ultimately addictive. --Astrid Aillume

Detective Astrid Aillume from Denmark is Back

We're taught to maintain a lifelong commitment to learning. Were you taught this way too? What would you continue to learn after retirement?

The two most important qualities in life are courage and humor. Do you agree with this?

What qualities you consider most important in your life and how these qualities have impacted you.

Treasured Wisdom: Questions I Wish My Grandsons Would Ask Before It's Too Late

There's something poignant about the conversations that never happen between grandparents and grandchildren. As time passes, I find myself hoping my grandsons would ask me about the parts of my life that shaped who I am today - the struggles that forged my character, the moments of joy that sustained me, and the lessons I learned the hard way.

Words are cheap. The biggest thing you can say is 'elephant'. -- Charlie Chaplin

Discovering Hygge in Jane Austen's Pemberley: Autumn's Warmth and Comfort

In Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, Pemberley Manor, particularly in its autumn splendor, embodies the essence of tranquility and comfort—a place where nature’s beauty and refined elegance blend seamlessly. The estate is not just a setting but a reflection of the peace and warmth that Austen herself sought in her writing. This calm and welcoming atmosphere aligns deeply with the concept of hygge, a Danish cultural idea that revolves around coziness, comfort, and a sense of contentment in simple, meaningful moments.

Standing Alone at Dawn: Dickinson's Words in Art

Morning without you is a dwindled dawn. -- Emily Dickinson

A question from Astrid Aillume: If Jane Austen had married Tom Lefroy, would we still have 'Pride and Prejudice'?

Jane Austen passed Astrid Aillume a stack of yellowed papers, which were her early writing drafts from her youth. "These were my first attempts at writing, filled with the fantasies and stirring emotions of my younger days," Jane explained.