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 and works.
JASNA Southwest Region Young Filmmakers Contest
Young Filmmaker Winners
The winning entries in the 2020 Young Filmmakers Contest have been selected and are now available to watch on the JASNA Southwest YouTube channel.
Submission Deadline: June 1, 2021
2021 Essay Contest Open
The topic for our annual writing contest has been selected, and we invite students to compete for awards in three divisions with an essay based on the theme "Jane Austen in the Arts."
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February 22, 2021
What a Lady Might Carry in Her Reticule, Part 2:
Scents and Cosmetics
The latest installment in Candice Hern's video series, "Things That Might Be Kept in a Reticule," is now available online.
February 3, 2021
What a Lady Might Carry in Her Reticule, Part 1: Calendars and Almanacs
We are excited to launch Austen's World Up Close, a new addition to our website that will feature short videos on various aspects of Jane Austen's world.
January 25, 2021
Deadline Extended: Papers for POL Issue on Jane Austen & Diversity Due March 1
The submission deadline for a special issue of Persuasions On-Line on Jane Austen and Diversity has been extended to March 1, 2021.
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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