Pemberley and Beyond

Pemberley and Beyond is a podcast for those who love Austen, Gaskell, and the many lovingly written fan fictions they’ve unintentionally unleashed upon the world. Standing on the shoulders of literary giants and all that...I’m Cat, your host: long-time JAFF reader, inveterate caffeine addict, and general literary meddler. Each episode, I’ll chat through a different JAFF or GIN (that’s Gaskell-Inspired Novel, not the beverage, though you’re welcome to bring your opinions on both), prod at some of its tropes, and suggest a companion read from beyond the ballroom (aka the JAFF and GIN-iverse).

Pemberley and Beyond is a arts podcast hosted by Cat Dashwood, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Cat Dashwood hosts Pemberley and Beyond, a arts show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #11

  The Unruly Heart of Miss Darcy - Erin Edwards

  Jun 23, 202621 minS1

  This episode we return to the world of Georgiana Darcy-inspired JAFF as Cat discusses Erin Edwards' first Young Adult Pride and Prejudice continuation: The Unruly Heart of Miss Darcy . As well as getting excited about the emotional depth of this novel, Cat muses on Mariah Rigg's mentor's quote, "you write to the places you are not," and how recent blanket bans in English school libraries are stopping school children from exploring where they are in life. With thanks to one of my listeners for recommending The Unruly Heart of Miss Darcy. You were right, it was thoroughly excellent!

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  Episode #10

  The Miseducation of Caroline Bingley - Lindz McLeod

  May 24, 202619 minS1

  <p>When I heard that Lindz McLeod had released the second novel in her sapphic Jane Austen continuation series, Austentatious, you best believe that I hurried to get my mitts on a copy.</p><p>In this episode of Pemberley and Beyond, we dive into a spicy continuation of Pride and Prejudice: The Miseducation of Caroline Bingley .</p><p>Horrified by the marriage of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy, Caroline Bingley has always believed herself above everyone else. But when Darcy tells her she’s far too awful to ever be loved, Caroline is shaken to her core.</p><p>De...

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  Pemberley and Beyond

  Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris

  Apr 24, 202619 minS0

  <p>When I discovered that Rachel Parris (of Austentatious) had written a novel centred on the ever-practical Charlotte Collins, I couldn’t wait to read it.</p><p>This episode of Pemberley and Beyond dives into a delightful reimagining of that Austen fans won’t want to miss. Introducing Mrs Collins offers a fresh and entertaining perspective on one of Austen’s most infamously unromantic characters. Known for her sensible outlook, Charlotte’s carefully ordered life at Hunsford Parsonage is suddenly thrown into disarray when a charming and unexpected gentleman visits Rosings Park.</p><p>Join me as we unpack the thre...

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  Episode #8

  The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch by Melinda Taub

  Mar 18, 202621 minS1

  <p>In this episode, we are delving into The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch by Melinda Taub.</p><p><br /></p><p>Published in 2023, this epistolary novel picks up where every scene ends in Pride and Prejudice, à la Rosencratz and Guildenstern Are Dead. Weaving together tropes galore with wit and witchcraft, this is an exciting new voice within the Jane Austen Inspired literary world!</p>

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  Episode #7

  Emma of 83rd Street - Audrey Bellezza & Emily Harding

  Jan 10, 202615 minS1

  <p>As regular readers/listeners of Pemberley & Beyond will know, my last experience of stepping outside my comfort zone of Pride & Prejudice retellings ended in disaster. Nonetheless, I fell head over heels for the beautiful cover of Emma of 83rd Street when I saw it in my local library. I know that there’s that old chestnut about not judging books by their cover, but what can I say? I'm a sucker for a fun cover!<br />When I beheld it, I thought to myself… could this book break the curse of terrible non-Pride and Prejudice retellings? </p>

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