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Podcast: Beyond the Pen
Episode: Uncovering the Origins of Jane Austen's Infamous Villain, Lady Susan, with Alice McVeigh
Description: In This Episode of Beyond the Pen We dive into the world of fan fiction and explore the possibilities of re-imagining beloved characters and their stories. Our guest author, Alice McVeigh, takes on one of Jane Austen's most infamous villainous characters, Lady Susan, in her new novel, Susan - A Jane Austen Prequel. Alice shares with us how she approached creating a backstory for Lady Susan and delved into whether or not all villains are genuinely born evil. Join us as we delve into the mind of Alice McVeigh and discover the what-ifs of Lady Susan's childhood...