News
Entertainment
Science & Technology
Life
Culture & Art
Hobbies
News
Entertainment
Science & Technology
Culture & Art
Hobbies
- home
›- The Enchanted Book Club Blog
›- Books & Literature
The Enchanted Book Club Blog - Books & Literature
13 | Follower
A love letter to England & exploring the Cotswolds + souvenir giveaway - The Enchanted Book Club
"I remember years ago a guy I knew told me that people going to England find exactly what they go looking for." - Helene Hanff, 84, Charing Cross Road I've put off writing this post due to an unrealistic expectation that just the right words would come to me — a collection of words that when
Visiting Anne of Green Gables’ home of Prince Edward Island and speaking at the L.M. Montgomery Conference - The Enchanted Book Club
My first visit to Prince Edward Island has been a long time coming and a dream come true. On Christmas morning 1999, The Kingfisher Book of Great Girl Stories sat wrapped in ribbons under the tree waiting to inspire a corkscrew curled 7-year-old. Inscribed with a loving note from my mother, “I hope you enjoy
84, Charing Cross Road Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Discussion Questions: 1. Have you read any other epistolary books? Do you enjoy this format of writing - why or why not? 2. There are so many charming instances in this story. Do you have a favorite letter and/or scene?3. Have you ever experienced a place that touched your heart the way that London touched
Little Women Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
If you are unable to attend our Zoom discussion on Little Women, you're invited to participate by responding to any of our discussion questions! These are the questions that we will be referring to during our Zoom discussion. It has been a true joy to celebrate Louisa May Alcott with you this month as we
The Enchanted Book Club’s Literary Tour of Concord, Massachusetts: Last Day – Author’s Ridge & Little Women Tea Party - The Enchanted Book Club
The last day of The Enchanted Book Club's Concord literary tour was filled with countless surprises and memories that we'll cherish forever (if you haven't read the recaps of Day 1 and Day 2, you can do so by clicking here!). On our third and last day of the trip, we met with a knowledgable
The Enchanted Book Club’s Literary Tour of Concord, Massachusetts: Day Two – Beacon Hill Books & Pinckey Street - The Enchanted Book Club
Still feeling the magic of our first day together, The Enchanted Book Club excitedly embarked for Boston. We watched Concord's countryside fade into the rearview of our charter bus and continued conversations from the previous day during our drive to the city. When we arrived, the 50 of us separated into three rotating groups. While
The Enchanted Book Club’s Literary Tour of Concord, Massachusetts: Day One - The Enchanted Book Club
Oh friends, my heart is so full. I'm writing to you from a little cottage in Concord after having spent the day alongside kindred spirits. This literary tour has been nearly a year in the making and it's hard to believe that it's finally arrived. Every decision I made for this tour was rooted in
The Making of a Marchioness Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
If you are unable to attend our Zoom discussion on The Making of a Marchioness, you're invited to participate by responding to any of our discussion questions! These are the questions that we will be referring to during our Zoom discussion. I can't wait to hear what you thought of this lesser-known novel by Frances
Tea Party at the Library with The Enchanted Book Club - The Enchanted Book Club
On an overcast afternoon in February, a group of Enchanted Book Club members met for afternoon tea at The Huntington Library's Rose Garden Tea Room. One of my biggest hopes for The Enchanted Book Club in 2024 is to create more opportunities for our members to meet in real-life. As I came upon The Huntington
Must-See Period Dramas: Inspiring Historical Films - The Enchanted Book Club
There's something particularly inspiring about films that take place in earlier decades, don't you think? These kinds of stories always cause me to daydream about what life must have been like so long ago and how different my days might be if I had been born at that time. Not to mention, these films almost
Where to Find Beautiful Book Covers - The Enchanted Book Club
I'm often asked where I discover unique and gorgeous editions of classic books! In response to this FAQ, I'm excited to share the best tips and tricks for finding beautiful book covers along with the help with my friend, Jen of @StorybookStyle. Jen's Instagram is absolutely inspiring and is one of the main sources I
Audrey Hepburn’s Favorite Books - The Enchanted Book Club
“If I'm honest I have to tell you I still read fairy-tales and I like them best of all.” -Audrey Hepburn There is no doubt that Audrey Hepburn is one of the most beloved storytellers of all time. Her grace, talent, and generous heart not only made her a mesmerizing actress but a one-of-a-kind woman
Lessons I Learned from Anne Shirley - The Enchanted Book Club
I'm excited to start a new series here on the blog called, "Lessons I Learned from..." which will explore pieces of wisdom bestowed upon us by fictional characters and real-life heroines alike. The first post in this series celebrates Anne Shirley of Anne of Green Gables. Anne is one of the most beloved literary heroines
Fall Movies: An Enchanting Autumn Movie List - The Enchanted Book Club
From the pages of a book to heartfelt lyrics, storytelling has the capability to connect perfect strangers – to make us feel like we’ve found a friend in someone we’ve never met before. Movies are no exception to this magical experience...and it just so happens to be the best time of year for cozy movie
Must-Watch Movies for the Hopeless Romantic - The Enchanted Book Club
I recently asked the lovely community of kindred spirits on Instagram what their favorite romantic movies are and had so much fun seeing the responses! Based on kindred recommendations, I've compiled a list of must-see movies for the hopeless romantic. We all need a chick flick movie night with kindred spirits every now and then,
Anne of Green Gables Embroidery Patterns - The Enchanted Book Club
I am so delighted to invite kindred spirit, Lauren Johnson, to the blog today! Lauren is a talented seamstress with the most beautiful style. You will often find her in floral skirts (that she makes herself!) with a classic novel in hand. When I told Lauren that Anne of Green Gables was going to be
Live Holiday Gift Guide! - The Enchanted Book Club
As a part of The Enchanted Book Club experience, I love meeting with our community on Zoom. We usually welcome an author or inspiring literary figure to join our discussions but this time was a little different! Because I'm so often asked where to find beautiful editions of classics, I thought it would be fun
Cranford Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
An aspect of The Enchanted Book Club that I absolutely love is the opportunity to honor lesser-known authors of the past. Elizabeth Gaskell is known as an "unjustly overlooked Victorian author" and after reading Cranford this month, I couldn't agree more. It was an immense delight to chat with our special guest, Libby Tempest, Vice-Chair
The Enchanted Literary Gift Guide - The Enchanted Book Club
What better gift could there be than a book? The stories inside them hold the power to change lives and continue to provide inspiration for years and years to come. Inside this Literary Gift Guide not only will you find beautiful editions of classic books, but unique and thoughtful gifts for the book lovers in
Far From the Madding Crowd Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
On the tails of our inaugural literary trip, it was delightful to spend more time in the English countryside with our October 2023 pick, Far From the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy. What made it even more special was our conversation with Mark Chutter, chair of The Thomas Hardy Society. Watch the recording below to
My Stay at Jane Austen’s brother’s house: Henry’s Townhouse in London - The Enchanted Book Club
Friends! I've been so excited to tell you about The Enchanted Book Club's England trip so far! I arrived in London on Friday afternoon and have been on the go ever since. The book club got to Bath this evening and we just enjoyed the most delightful dinner. With a moment to finally spare, I'm
A Day in Jane Austen’s Chawton: Part II - The Enchanted Book Club
As a continuation of my last blog post on Chawton, I’m excited to tell you about The Enchanted Book Club’s tour of Jane Austen’s house! Jane Austen lived across the way from Chawton House (her brother Edward’s home). After their father passed away, Edward inherited a few properties and eventually gave one of them to
Exploring Oxford University and Walking in C.S. Lewis’s Footsteps - The Enchanted Book Club
Admittedly, I knew very little about Oxford and C.S. Lewis before embarking on a walking tour of the university with The Enchanted Book Club. It ended up being one of the most memorable parts of our literary trip! Exploring Oxford University is experiencing living history. Getting to walk in the footsteps of C.S. Lewis, Tolkien,
A Day in Jane Austen’s Chawton: Part I - The Enchanted Book Club
Dear Friends, I'm writing to you from my hotel room in the small medieval town of Stratford-upon-Avon. It has been yet another glorious day here in England. Each day on this trip continues to be as enchanting as the last! I am so moved by the history of this country and the way in which
The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
In honor of our literary trip to England we celebrated Jane Austen with the September 2023 pick: The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen by Syrie James. While part of the book is set in the present day, the booklets that make up the lost manuscript take readers back to Regency England in a style that
Anne of Avonlea Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
As you likely know, Anne Shirley is one of The Enchanted Book Club's favorite heroines! In August 2023, we delighted in the continuation of Anne's story with Anne of Avonlea. We hosted a fascinating discussion with Liz Rosenberg, author of House of Dreams: The Life of L.M. Montgomery, and shared our favorite Anne editions amongst
All about The Enchanted Book Club’s literary travel offerings - The Enchanted Book Club
With the many exciting Enchanted Book Club literary tours coming up, we hosted a webinar to answer all of your questions! During the discussion, we talked about how our literary travel opportunities came to be, the trips we are currently planning, group size, cost, registration details, and more. If you have any interest in literary
An Enchanting Literary Party - The Enchanted Book Club
Friends, my heart couldn't be more full! One of my big dreams for The Enchanted Book Club this year was to host our very first in-person event. We have created such rich, inspiring connections amongst our kindred community online and I just knew if we had the chance to meet in real life, it would
The Last Garden in England Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Oh friends, I adored this book! As a fan of The Secret Garden and Rebecca, I especially loved it. I noticed elements of both weaved throughout and quite enjoyed Julia's writing style. And with The Enchanted Book Club's upcoming trip to England, it was that much more fun to read. Let's discuss! Discussion Questions: 1.
A Conversation with founders of classics publishing house, Bond and Grace - The Enchanted Book Club
On a lovely July evening, The Enchanted Book Club hosted an inspiring virtual event with the founders of classics publishing house, Bond and Grace. Bond and Grace strives to rediscover and revive classic novels for the modern reader by republishing them as coffee table books. Through contemporary art and scholarly review, their work brings new
Mansfield Park Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Since its inception, The Enchanted Book Club has been a home for readers who love Jane Austen 💗 Whether it's her most beloved classic, Pride and Prejudice, the film adaptations, or spin-off novels, it is always a delight to enrich ourselves in Jane's stories! As you know, this month we read Mansfield Park. One of
A Tasha Tudor Celebration - The Enchanted Book Club
It is always such a joy to host The Enchanted Book Club's virtual events and this one was no exception! What a delight it was to celebrate the life and work of Tasha Tudor. The Enchanted Book Club co-hosted this special event with guests, Amy Tudor (Tasha’s granddaughter-in-law) and Barbara Weaver (Tasha Tudor Society Chapter
Marmee Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
As you know, I LOVE celebrating the beauty of Little Women with our community. When I founded The Enchanted Book Club, I wanted to create a delightful place for fans of Jane Austen, Anne of Green Gables, and Little Women to celebrate beloved stories like these. Marmee gave us an opportunity to dive into the
Little House on the Prairie Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Friends, I loved reading Little House on the Prairie with you in April! We started our month by hosting an enriching discussion with Mitali Perkins who reminded us that we are never too old to read children's books. Inspired by the wisdom Mitali shared with us, I began reading Little House and was completely enthralled
The Story Girl Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Oh my goodness, how I LOVED celebrating L.M. Montgomery this month. Ever since reading The Blue Castle last year, I've been looking forward to reading more of Montgomery's work. I have such fond childhood memories of watching Road to Avonlea (the show inspired by The Story Girl), and the name of my blog is The
A Susan Branch Surprise Meet & Greet! - The Enchanted Book Club
It is always a treat when Susan Branch visits The Enchanted Book Club, but this time was particularly special. While planning the discussion on our February selection, A Fine Romance: Falling in Love with the English Countryside, I thought to myself, "Wait...what if Susan joined us?!" I quickly emailed Susan with my idea and we
A Fine Romance Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
What a joy it was to be whisked away to the English Countryside in February! This was the most delightful read and it was wonderful to discuss it with Susan herself ❤️ In January, while I was scheduling our Zoom discussion for this book, I thought, "wait a minute...what if Susan joined us?" I quickly
Northanger Abbey Discussion - The Enchanted Book Club
Hello friends! I always love when we read Jane Austen together and this month was of course, no exception! This was my first time reading the delightful Northanger Abbey which was so witty it had me laughing out loud. Find our discussion questions below and feel free to share your overall thoughts via the comment
A Conversation with Susan Branch on the magic of new beginnings! - The Enchanted Book Club
What a treat it was for Susan Branch to visit us here at The Enchanted Book Club again ❤️ This time, we rang in the new year together and celebrated the magic of new beginnings. Susan talked about setting (and keeping) intentions, shared book recommendations, and had a heartfelt discussion on posterity. Watch this special