Austen in August!

A few weeks ago, I was chattering with Adam of Roof Beam Reader on twitter about some reading events, and he said he was thinking about hosting a Jane Austen event in August. Count me in! I've been anxiously waiting for the announcement post, and I did a little jump and skip at work today when I saw it went up. :) And while my employees laughed at me, I jotted down the four books to pull off my shelf so I could write this post as soon as I got home.

Yes, I am very excited about reading some of Austen's works!

I only have one of her novels left on my 250 project list, so that one definitely made the cut. It is the only book I am going to make sure I read during the event. The other three below are good possibilities for reading, and since they're on my Classics Club list, I'll probably try to get to them if I can squeeze them in. Here is what I am reading:

• Mansfield Park: I have only read this title once, and it was quite a few years ago. I'm looking forward to revisiting it, since I remember enjoying it.
• Sanditon: I just picked up this copy a few months ago in my quest to get my hands on all her writing (I'm close...I think I am only missing The Watsons now...), and the premise of it sounds super interesting!
• Selected Letters: I really want to make it a point to get to this one, since I think reading her letters will be absolutely fascinating! Austen was an interesting woman!
• Catharine and Other Writings: This is actually a collection of her complete juvenilia, so I am hoping to spend some time with some of it. I haven't heard as much about these writings, so my curiosity is piqued!

I hope you'll consider joining in on the fun. To join, visit the Austen in August Sign-Up Page on Adam's blog and comment away! There is an Austen for everyone! :)