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Pop quiz! Who said this quote?
Vintage flower background in various greens, yellows, and pinks. In black text, against a medium rose colored background, it says, “The more I know of the world, the more I am convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much!” Below that, in black text against a lighter background, it says, " Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen"
February 18, 2026 at 1:52 PM
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Vintage flower background. A vintage typewriter is in the middle of the image, and it has a piece of paper available. On the paper it says, “Excessively Diverting” and below it, “the newsletter.”
February 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM
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Hah! Not wrong though!
February 16, 2026 at 1:44 PM
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Jane Austen tarot! Imagine my surprise when this showed up in my mailbox last week. I had completely forgotten I had pre-ordered it months ago. I like the card stock used, very easy to manipulate with shuffling and such. You should be able to find these everywhere. #TarotSky
The front of a rectangle box that has the names "Diane Wilkes and Lola Airaghi" at the top in plain script. In the middle it says, "Jane Austen Tarot" in cursive script. The background is of a garden in mixtures of light greens, reds, and browns. A face down spread of Jane Austen tarot cards. Two Jane Austen tarot cards. One is face down and shows the back which is the silhouette of Austen on a green background. The other card is of a 19th C woman sitting with a book in her lap. It says "10 of Quills" at the bottom of the card.
February 14, 2026 at 10:35 PM
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Happy Valentine's Day from Excessively Diverting!
February 14, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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It's Valentine's weekend! I'm working tomorrow, weekly virtual write-in on Sunday, and as for the holiday itself? No idea!

What are you doing this weekend?
Pensive Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. He’s facing slightly towards the camera. To his left it says, “I do so ardently wish you a most joyful weekend.”
February 13, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Austen: Harriet Smith would throw shade on TikTok. Brontë: Catherine would attempt to be an influencer on Instagram.
A square image with a medium-dark blue background. In the upper left is the painting of the Bronte sisters. The upper right is a painting of Jane Austen. Below the paintings it says, "What Austen or Bronte heroine would most likely to have a secret TikTok or Instagram account to vent?"
February 13, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Looking for something to do this winter? I've got you covered! Here isa list of upcoming Austen and Brontës virtual events scheduled for the next few months. Check the event websites for more information, including time, cost, and registration details. 👉🏻 open.substack.com/pub/excessiv....
Jane Austen is holding a pink Macbook.
February 12, 2026 at 2:42 PM
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The Brontë canon sorely overlooks Anne.
Various shades and hues of green, pink, and blue flowers against a medium creamy yellow background. In dark text against a light pink background, it says, "“He never could have loved me, or he would not have resigned me so willingly.” Below that, in dark text against a light green background, "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall by Anne Brontë
February 11, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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C’mon, most of us have thought of this a time or two.
A tall white man wearing a suite is shaking hands with a shorter white man. They are in an office settings. The text in front of the tall white man says “Jane Austen.” The text in front of the short white man says, “Naming her most beautiful character Jane.”
February 9, 2026 at 4:23 PM
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Nottingham Forest plays today but I won’t know the score until after this has posted. I’m heading to my brother and his family this weekend to watch my nephew play basketball. (He’s 6!) I’m coming home Saturday afternoon and then back to my usual routine on Sunday.

What are you doing this weekend?
Pensive Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. He’s facing slightly towards the camera. To his left it says, “I do so ardently wish you a most joyful weekend.”
February 6, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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I’m failing to think of someone specific but! I do want to say that MARY needs a glow up and badly.
Medium blue background. Top half the image is the portrait of the Bronte sisters and to the left, a portrait of Jane Austen. Below them, in white text, it says, “Which character had the biggest glow up by the end of their book?”
February 6, 2026 at 4:12 PM
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There are over 2 dozen podcasts dedicated to Austen and the Brontës From discussion on their work to interviews with people in the Austen and Brontës universe, Excessively Diverting has curated the list for you! You can find more at 👉🏻 excessivelydiverting.substack.com/p/austen-bro....
A black and white sketch of Jane Austen wearing black over the ear headphones.
February 5, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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I think I’m going to have to disagree with Austen here. If my love was disappointing, the last thing I would want to do is be friends with them. BUT! If the quote also suggests that friendship is with someone else and not with the disappointed love, I’m all in.
Various yellows, greens, and blues with flowers, butterflies, and peacocks on a creamy yellow background. In dark text on a light blue background, it says, "Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love." Below that in dark text against a peach background, it says, "Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen."
February 4, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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This meme is SO NOT WRONG.
At the top of the meme it says, “Northanger Abbey fans reading Austen’s other books:” and below that is a white man and woman in heavy goth make-up and clothing. The man is carrying a shopping basket as they are at a drugstore.
February 2, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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This is my first weekend all month I’m at the library but the day is short, which works for me! Sunday is my usual morning write-in and PBS with Kristin in the afternoon. Sunday is also February 1st! Where did the time go??

What are you doing this weekend?
Pensive Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. He’s facing slightly towards the camera. To his left it says, “I do so ardently wish you a most joyful weekend.”
January 30, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Well, it’s sleet-y up here in N. Michigan so I would take Regency ballroom for $100, Alex!
Medium blue background. Top half the image is the portrait of the Bronte sisters and to the left, a portrait of Jane Austen. Below them, in white text, it says, “What sounds better: A rainy English moor or a sunny Regency ballroom?”
January 30, 2026 at 2:55 PM
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Emily! You minx!
Various shades of blue and green on a cream background. In dark text with a light background, it says, "I'll be as dirty as I please, and I like to be dirty, and I will be dirty!" Below that in dark text with a medium pink background, "Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte."
January 28, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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There are over 100 movies and TV shows dedicated to Austen and the Brontë that are available on most US streaming services. Everything, from variations of Pride and Prejudice to modern adaptations of Austen and the Brontës books. 👉🏻 www.excessivelydiverting.net
Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet are standing at the altar. Above their heads it says “Streaming.” Below them it says, “Jane Austen and the Brontës.”
January 27, 2026 at 4:18 PM
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Do you think our Jane would not camp, camp, or glamp?
Three panel comic. At the top it says, “Austent.” In the first panel is a yellow tent in a field. In black text against a white background, it says, “To sit in the shade on a fine day, and look upon verdure, is the most perfect refreshment.” The second panel is of the yellow tent in a field but there are now rain drops. The final panel is of the tent again but this time in pour rain. Above the tent in black text it says, “Yet, there is nothing like staying at home, for real comfort.”
January 26, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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I’m teaching TWO classes tomorrow for two different writers group back to back so that is going to be busy! Sunday is write-in in the morning and PBS with Kristin in the afternoon. I try to make Sunday a day of no chores, but who knows what will happen.

What are you doing this weekend?
Pensive Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy. He’s facing slightly towards the camera. To his left it says, “I do so ardently wish you a most joyful weekend.”
January 23, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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Oh, this is easy: ROCHESTER! (Heathcliff is just misunderstood.) On the Austen side, Wickham is a walking red flag.
Medium blue background. Top half the image is the portrait of the Bronte sisters and to the left, a portrait of Jane Austen. Below them, in white text, it says, “Which Brontë or Austen hero is actually the most "toxic?”
January 23, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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You do not need to even read what book this is from to know what book this is from.
Gold and burgandy frilly background. In dark text, with a light background, it says "One man's style must not be the rule of another's." Below that in dark text with a light peach background, "Emma by Jane Austen"
January 21, 2026 at 1:58 PM
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I’m all about taking time out, even for 15 minutes, if I get overwhelmed! Now that the holidays are over, getting that recharge time is a lot easier.
In black text it says, “When your social battery ran out but you can’t leave yet.” Below the text is Mr. Darcy from the 2005 Pride & Prejudice looking grumpy.
January 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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January 18, 2026 at 4:41 AM