Category Archives: Don Jacobson

When Elizabeth? When Lizzy

Posted on April 24, 2020 by djacobson

This blog post originally appeared at AustenAuthors.net on April 22, 2020. I offer it here because it explores one of the most important aspects of my relationship with Meryton Press. The novel, my first “pure” ODC effort will be published … Continue reading →

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My Fascination With the Utility of Secondary Characters

Posted on March 26, 2020 by djacobson

Many of you have noted my movement from the term JAFF (Jane Austen Fan Fiction) to Austenesque fiction. Much of that evolution rose from my search for my authentic voice as an author. I frequently felt that I was engaged … Continue reading →

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Taking 3 weeks Off!

Posted on March 11, 2020 by djacobson

Another quick update… The Manuscript for “In Plain Sight” is finished and in editing! I love using bold type…especially for big news. IPS took five good months of writing (essentially being started after the blog tour for The Pilgrim: Lydia Bennet … Continue reading →

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