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Austen Soiree: The Birthday Celebration Continues


To anyone who questions the profound impact of art on a person's life, I have five words to convey ... Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

Having watched the 2005 film more times than I can recall, having read the book and listened to various MP3 audio and CD (yes, compact disc) versions, and finally having come across Jane Austen fan fiction, I'd say my life has been changed forever. I am sure that everything I ever did has led me to this incredible time in my life. I am extremely thankful to Miss Jane Austen.

I hope you enjoy this birthday offering!



Now you know which Jane Austen novel I like most. Which one of her novels is your favorite?




Leave a comment below for a chance to win these lovely Jane Austen Note Cards. This prize is available to fans with US mailing addresses only.




International readers are encouraged to comment for a chance to win one of my e-books—winner's choice! This giveaway contest ends on December 18th, and the winner will be announced on December 19th. Good Luck!

Thanks for 'hopping' by and taking part in the birthday giveaway. Remember, the soirée  doesn't end here. Check out the birthday celebrations at all of the blogs listed below!


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  1. AnonymousDecember 16, 2012 at 1:44 AM

    Pride and Prejudice is my favorite, too :)
    aircdrewood(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:24 AM

      Pride & Prejudice - Hooray! Thanks for 'hopping' by to help celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Good Luck!

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  2. ColleenLDecember 16, 2012 at 3:41 AM

    On board with Pride and Prejudice here too.

    colleenday at hotmail dot com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:27 AM

      Kudos for Pride & Prejudice! Thanks for 'hopping' by and celebrating Jane Austen's birthday, Colleen. Good Luck!

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  3. Maria GraziaDecember 16, 2012 at 3:57 AM

    Lovely post and great gift, P.O. Thanks for accepting my invitation to celebrate Jane Austen all together.
    Happy birthday, dear Jane Austen.

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:20 AM

      Thanks for hosting this fun Jane Austen birthday soiree. I was delighted to take part in the celebration!

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  4. AnonymousDecember 16, 2012 at 4:27 AM

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Pride and prejudice is my favourite too! My second favourite is Northanger Abbey.
    I'd like to join the international giveaway, but I don't have a kindle (or another e-reader), is it okay?

    adidi678[at]gmail.com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:30 AM

      Yes, it's okay. I'll do my best to grant the prize winner's wishes. Thanks for taking part in the celebration. Good Luck!

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  5. Bess GilmartinDecember 16, 2012 at 8:37 AM

    Pride and Prejudice, of course! But man, oh man, the other ones are so good too! And I just want to say, I love your book covers!

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:33 AM

      Thanks. I'm delighted to know you love the book covers! And thanks so much for helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Best wishes!

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  6. UnknownDecember 16, 2012 at 9:05 AM

    My favorite is Persuasion. Love Captain Wentworth! Thanks for the wonderful giveaway!

    Kendal
    http://kinxsbooknook.blogspot.com/2012/12/jane-austen-soiree-giveaway.html

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:36 AM

      I like Persuasion too! I have a few adaptations in my TBR pile that I'm looking forward to reading.

      Thanks for 'hopping' by and good luck!

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  7. UnknownDecember 16, 2012 at 10:32 AM

    My favorite is Pride and Prejudice, with Persuasion second.

    Thanks for the great giveaway! I just purchased my first of your eBooks (To Have His Cake) and would love a chance to win another!

    nicole.rj.lapierre [at] gmail [dot] com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:41 AM

      That's great. I hope you enjoy reading To Have His Cake.

      Thanks for 'hopping' by to help celebrate Jane Austen's birthday and thanks for following my blog. Good Luck!

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  8. shellyDecember 16, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    My favorite is Pride & Prejudice no doubt with Sense & Sensibility being a close 2nd. Thanks for the chance to win these and Merry Christmas!
    donnyandshelly at yahoo dot com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:43 AM

      Two great choices! Thanks so much for taking part in the birthday celebration. Good Luck!

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  9. VeronicaDecember 16, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Sense & Sensibility is my favorite, with Persuasion and Pride & Prejudice vying for second. Though, I often find myself falling in love with whichever Austen novel I am rereading.

    veronica[at]darkjaneaustenbookclub[dot]com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:46 AM

      That's a good point--it's hard not to love Jane Austen's works. Thanks so much for helping to celebrate her birthday, Veronica.

      Good Luck!

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  10. Lúthien84December 16, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    It's a tie between Pride and Prejudice and Persuasion. Thanks for offering the gifts to us, Ms Dixon.

    evangelineace2020(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:51 AM

      :-) I think if I spent half as much time rereading Persuasion as I do rereading and obsessing over Pride and Prejudice, I would be in grave danger of feeling the same.

      Thank you for taking part in the birthday celebration. Good Luck!

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  11. Clair HumphriesDecember 16, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Lovely to find your blog! Pride and Prejudice is my favourite too - perfect reading for winter nights!

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:54 AM

      Sounds like a wonderful pastime! Thanks for 'hopping' by and taking part in the celebration! Best Wishes!

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  12. ibmillerDecember 16, 2012 at 1:26 PM

    Emma is my favorite, for its combination of stylistic mastery, character growth, passion, and a character who reminds me of myself.

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:57 AM

      Emma is such a delightful heroine :-)

      Thanks for helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday! Good Luck!

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  13. DanielleDecember 16, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Persuasion winds hands down. I just love the man that Captain Wentworth is. Thanks for the giveaway!

    Danielle
    drcopeland(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:00 AM

      WOW - Captain Wentworth!

      Thanks so much for taking part in the birthday celebration, Danielle. Good Luck!

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  14. ColetteDecember 16, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    What a lovely tribute!

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:02 AM

      Thank you Colette! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

      Thanks for participating in Jane Austen's birthday soiree. It's been fun.

      Best wishes!

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  15. RobynDecember 16, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    It's a toss up. Some days I like P&P and somedays Persuasion. Let's face it there is no one like Jane.

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:06 AM

      That's so true. What an incredible woman!

      Thanks for taking part in the birthday celebration. Good Luck!

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  16. Patricia finneganDecember 16, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Pride and prejudice its one that got me into reading and life changed for me :)

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:09 AM

      I know exactly what you mean. I am sure my life will never be the same as it was before Pride and Prejudice.

      Thank you for helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday! Best Wishes!

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  17. Lisa SDecember 16, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    I love P&P. It's definitely my favorite obsession but if I had to pick my favorite thing from one of Jane Austen's novels it would have to be Capt Wentworth's letter from Persuasion. Wonderful. :)

    Thank you for the wonderful giveaways and happy birthday Jane!

    Lisa
    slapshinyhappy at yahoo dot com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:11 AM

      Excellent! Thanks so much for 'hopping' by and helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Good Luck!

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  18. Laurel Ann (Austenprose)December 16, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    Happy Birthday dear Jane. Thanks for the quotes from P&P. It is one of my favs too.

    Best wishes, LA

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:14 AM

      You're welcome! Thank you for participating in Jane Austen's birthday celebration, Laurel Ann.

      All the best to you too!

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  19. Susan HeimDecember 16, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    What lovely cards! Thanks for a great giveaway!
    Susan Heim
    smhparent [at] hotmail [dot] com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:17 AM

      You're welcome. I am tempted to pick up an extra set of these lovely note cards for myself.

      Thanks for helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Good Luck!

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  20. JuneA**December 16, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    Wonderful tribute!

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:19 AM

      Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the tribute.

      I am delighted you stopped by to help celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Best Wishes!

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  21. Sophia RoseDecember 16, 2012 at 10:41 PM

    I like all her novels, but my favorite is Persuasion. I liked what you did with your post tribute to P&P

    Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.
    sophiarose1816 at gmail dot com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:23 AM

      Thanks! I'm glad you liked the post tribute. It was a fun project.

      In addition, I really appreciate your 'hopping' by to help celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. Good Luck!

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  22. BeckyCDecember 16, 2012 at 11:30 PM

    P&P and Persuasion are my favorites! Love the hop!!
    cherringtonmb at sbcglobal dot net

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:27 AM

      WOW--it seems these two novels are garnering the greatest accolades.

      Thanks so much for helping to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. I've had fun too. Good Luck!

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  23. mariaDecember 17, 2012 at 6:16 AM

    I love Pride and Prejudice too! Even if I think Persuasion is very very romantic! Thank you for the giveaway. I'm from Italy!
    newyorkgirl82(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:29 AM

      Sounds wonderful! Thanks for participating in the birthday celebration. Good Luck!

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  24. GirlforChristDecember 17, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    Thanks for doing this giveaway!! I love the prizes (and everything Jane Austen)!

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:33 AM

      You're welcome. Thank you for taking part in the birthday celebration. Best Wishes!

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  25. MonicaPDecember 17, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    Definitely love P&P best but S&S and Persuasion tie for second.

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    1. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:36 AM

      Great choices! Thanks so much for 'hopping' by and celebrating Jane Austen's birthday, Monica.

      Best Wishes & Happy Holidays!!!

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  26. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    You're very welcome. Thanks for 'hopping' by and good luck!

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  27. P. O. DixonDecember 19, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    Once again, I wish to thank everyone who stopped by to help celebrate Jane Austen's birthday. I have enjoyed reading and responding to all the lovely comments.

    Without further ado, I announce the winner of the birthday giveaway ...

    Congratulations Veronica!

    I'll contact you for details to award the prize!

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