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.
2021 JASNA Annual General Meeting: Oct. 15-17
Registration Open
Join us in Chicago for "Jane Austen in the Arts." We'll explore the visual, performance, and domestic arts in Austen’s life and fiction, as well as the artistic adaptations her works have inspired.
Sponsored by JASNA's Southwest Region
Young Filmmakers Contest Entries Due Oct 1
Are you an amateur filmmaker under the age of 30? Know someone who is? Videos must be 5 min. or less and inspired by Jane Austen.
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August 25, 2021
Essay Contest Winners Announced
The winners of JASNA’s 2021 Essay Contest have been selected, and we invite you to read their outstanding entries on our website.
July 12, 2021
Jane Austen and Diversity: Special Issue of Persuasions On-Line Released
Our journals, Persuasions and Persuasions On-Line, have long been a resource for Austen scholars and readers, offering articles written by academic experts and knowledgeable fans that provide new insights into Jane Austen’s...
July 6, 2021
2021 AGM Registration Opens July 14
Mark your calendar! Registration for JASNA's 2021 Annual General Meeting (AGM) opens Wednesday, July 14.
INTRODUCING . . .
Austen's World Up Close
JASNA members share their expertise in short videos that shine a light on aspects of life in Jane Austen's world. A new video is added to the collection every few weeks.
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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