Autumn reading is a special treat, reserved for books that feel like crisp morning air combined with swirling nostalgia. This is the season for hot, steaming mugs of coffee, warm woollen blankets and a book to keep you company as …
Books & Reviews
What I’ve Been Reading Lately: Summer Roundup
Happy September! It’s been a long time since I’ve shared what I’ve been reading lately. Regular readers may have noticed that my monthly updates paused for a while, this started out as an accident and then after two months, I …
Thoughts On: Reading Challenging Books
Here at the Female Scriblerian, you’ll always find me championing reading for pleasure. I believe reading books should be an enjoyable pastime and not a chore. That being said, I’ve been thinking about reading challenging books a lot lately. Do …
Where To Start with The Brontës – The Ultimate Reading Guide
(I only share books that I believe in. If you buy through my links, I may earn a commission. Thank you for your support) Regarding the question of where to start with the Brontës, opinions differ wildly. Fans tend to …
5 Authors Like Georgette Heyer
There is only one Georgette Heyer. Her style is distinct. Her novels are well crafted. And for many, she’s the golden standard from which most rivals fall short. So, when looking for authors like Georgette Heyer, I decided to focus …
Sanditon by Jane Austen: How to Adapt an Unfinished Book
Sanditon by Jane Austen has delighted and frustrated fans since it was first published- in fragment form. What was this book, which occupied Jane’s final months on Earth, going to be about? Does it hint at the brilliance or decline …