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    How to be a Heroine: Finding Grace and Wisdom in a Literary Light
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Apr 29

    How to be a Heroine: Finding Grace and Wisdom in a Literary Light

    In a society suffering from "main character syndrome," we're best off looking to the heroines to discover the wisdom of graceful endurance.
    Gleaming Jewels of Alcott-ian Wisdom in "The Little Women Devotional"
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Mar 1

    Gleaming Jewels of Alcott-ian Wisdom in "The Little Women Devotional"

    From bestselling author Rachel Dodge comes The Little Women Devotional, exuding the timeless biblical wisdom of Alcott's beloved classic.
    The Tales of our Youth: A Return to the Children's Story
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Feb 23

    The Tales of our Youth: A Return to the Children's Story

    If you’ve misplaced the door to fairyland, follow me through the looking-glass with a call to revisit the cherished stories of our youth.
    The 10 Best Books I read in 2021
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Dec 29, 2021

    The 10 Best Books I read in 2021

    Join me in looking back on the best books of 2021, a year of discovering new stories that have come to join my list of lifelong favorites.
    Creating a Homespun Holiday
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Dec 16, 2021

    Creating a Homespun Holiday

    An old-fashioned approach to Christmas brings so much comfort and meaning to the holidays. Join me in rediscovering a few timeless joys!
    My Holiday Gift Guide for Readers | 2021 Edition
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Nov 29, 2021

    My Holiday Gift Guide for Readers | 2021 Edition

    For the Anne-girl and the Alcott Enthusiast, Young Readers and Austen devotees, my holiday gift guide is here to help in the holiday bustle.
    The Poldark Perusal - Book 12, Bella Poldark
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Nov 20, 2021

    The Poldark Perusal - Book 12, Bella Poldark

    It's the end of the journey! Join me in the last Poldark Perusal covering the twelfth and final book of the Poldark saga: Bella Poldark.
    Reaping a Grateful Heart-Harvest this Autumn
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Oct 28, 2021

    Reaping a Grateful Heart-Harvest this Autumn

    As the harvest season comes to an end, I want to encourage you in true "Little Men" fashion to reap the rewards of a grateful heart-harvest.
    All Creatures Great and Small (2021) Review
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Oct 13, 2021

    All Creatures Great and Small (2021) Review

    I fell in love with James Herriot's story earlier this year through the books and 1978 series. Now it's time to review the 2021 adaptation!
    10 Life Lessons I learned from Alcott's "An Old-Fashioned Girl"
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Sep 20, 2021

    10 Life Lessons I learned from Alcott's "An Old-Fashioned Girl"

    Polly Milton's timeless story is like a precious jewel that shines brighter with age, full of ageless wisdom more relevant today than ever.
    Tales from Summer's Slow Decline
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Aug 31, 2021

    Tales from Summer's Slow Decline

    In this period of seasonal transition, let me encourage you to evaluate the tokens of summer in your quest to nurture loveliness and beauty.
    What I'm Watching on Britbox this Summer
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Aug 19, 2021

    What I'm Watching on Britbox this Summer

    From the 4K restoration of BBC's Pride & Prejudice to All Creatures Great and Small, I'm rounding up my top favorites to watch on Britbox.
    The Poldark Perusal - Book 11, The Twisted Sword
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Jul 31, 2021

    The Poldark Perusal - Book 11, The Twisted Sword

    Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time we're delving into the penultimate installment of the saga: Book 11: The Twisted Sword.
    Afternoon Tea with "The Story Girl"
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Jul 17, 2021

    Afternoon Tea with "The Story Girl"

    You are cordially invited to join me for Afternoon Tea with L.M. Montgomery's The Story Girl...with the promise of raspberry turnovers, too!
    A First Meeting with "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society"
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Jun 30, 2021

    A First Meeting with "The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society"

    Join me as I review Mary Ann Schaffer's powerful, poignant book about war, love and hardship from the lens of Guernsey Islanders post-ww2.
    Entering the World of James Herriot's "All Creatures Great and Small"
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Jun 18, 2021

    Entering the World of James Herriot's "All Creatures Great and Small"

    I've started a delightful trek into the heartwarming and hilarious world of James Herriot, a country veterinary surgeon of 1930s Yorkshire.
    To be a Fanny Price in a world of Mary Crawford's
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Jun 4, 2021

    To be a Fanny Price in a world of Mary Crawford's

    Mansfield Park, Austen's most controversial novel, is a hidden gem that deserves so much more recognition. Care to be convinced? :)
    The Poldark Perusal - Book 10, The Loving Cup
    Gracie Carmichael
    • May 12, 2021

    The Poldark Perusal - Book 10, The Loving Cup

    Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time we're taking a look at The Loving Cup, the tenth book of Winston Graham's 12-book saga...
    Ten Minutes of Calm
    Gracie Carmichael
    • May 4, 2021

    Ten Minutes of Calm

    Have you ever known the daily tragedy of a day's ideal crushed by other demands and a full schedule? I have a solution to encourage you!
    Celebrating one year of Austens & Alcotts... and introducing myself!
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Apr 20, 2021

    Celebrating one year of Austens & Alcotts... and introducing myself!

    One year ago today, the Austens & Alcotts blog came into being! In celebration, I'm re-introducing myself to the new faces hereabouts... :)
    7 Classic Springtime Period Dramas to Watch this Season
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Apr 12, 2021

    7 Classic Springtime Period Dramas to Watch this Season

    In need of a bit of Spring to add to your seasonal watchlist? I've compiled seven of my own favorites that will be sure to float your fancy!
    The Poldark Perusal - Book 9, The Miller's Dance
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Mar 26, 2021

    The Poldark Perusal - Book 9, The Miller's Dance

    Welcome back to the Poldark Perusal! This time I'm unpacking The Miller's Dance: Book 9 of Winston Graham's marvelous 12-book Cornish saga.
    Seasonal Stories and Signs of Spring
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Mar 16, 2021

    Seasonal Stories and Signs of Spring

    Join me for an early-spring ramble, on the joys of seasonal rereads and the nurturing of dear, fanciful daydreams so close to our hearts...
    The Literary Heroine Release, with Free Downloadable Wallpapers
    Gracie Carmichael
    • Feb 26, 2021

    The Literary Heroine Release, with Free Downloadable Wallpapers

    I'm so excited to announce a new line of products on the Austens & Alcotts shop — The Literary Heroine Collection, available today!!
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