6 novels. 200 years. Millions of fans.
The Jane Austen Society of North America is dedicated to the appreciation of Jane Austen and her writing. Join us in celebrating her life, her works, and her genius.
2019 International Visitor Program
Applications Due Dec. 15
JASNA Members: Apply for a fellowship to work on your Austen-related project in Chawton for up to 6 weeks this summer.
JASNA Essay Contest
2019 Student Contest Open
We invite high school, college, and graduate school students worldwide to participate in our 2019 Essay Contest celebrating Northanger Abbey.
The JASNA Post
November 14, 2018
2019 Essay Contest Open
The topic for the 2019 JASNA Essay Contest has been selected, and the annual writing competition is now under way! The contest is open to high school, college, and graduate school students worldwide.
November 8, 2018
Applications for 2019 IVP
Fellowship Due Dec. 15
JASNA MEMBERS: Are you working on a creative or scholarly Austen-related project that requires access to resources in Chawton? If you are a member residing in the United States or Canada we...
October 23, 2018
Pride and Prejudice
Voted America’s #4 Best-Loved Novel
The votes are in! Pride and Prejudice was chosen as America’s #4 best-loved novel by participants in The Great American Read poll.
JASNA Members on Jane Austen
Austen's Enduring Appeal
Why does Jane Austen inspire legions of admirers? JASNA members offer their thoughts in this video.
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“For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbors and laugh at them in our turn?”
Pride and Prejudice
