Episode 801: "Soul of a Rebel" (SPOILERS!)
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Here are my reactions to #OUTLANDER_STARZ Episode 801, "Soul of a Rebel".
*** SPOILER WARNING!! *** If you haven't yet seen this episode, there are SPOILERS in this post! Read at your own risk!
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07.03.2026 21:59 —
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Celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge!
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Here's my account of my recent trip to the Wilmington area to see Diana Gabaldon and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Moore's Creek Bridge! I had a great time and I'm really glad I made the effort to go.
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03.03.2026 19:56 —
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OUTLANDER costume exhibit at American Revolution Museum!
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The American Revolution Museum in Yorktown, VA (my favorite historical museum) will be featuring an exhibit of Terry Dresbach's costumes from #OUTLANDER Seasons 1-4 this spring! Tickets go on sale Feb. 25. Look here for details.
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21.02.2026 22:05 —
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OUTLANDER quotes to keep you warm
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Here in central NC, we've just recovered from an ice storm, and we're expecting snow this weekend! I thought it would be appropriate to repost this collection of quotes from the #OUTLANDER books, in an attempt to warm you up a little. Hope it helps!
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30.01.2026 11:33 —
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OUTLANDER Deluxe Edition available for pre-order!
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Diana Gabaldon announced yesterday that a special Deluxe Edition paperback of #OUTLANDER will be published on September 29, 2026, to celebrate OUTLANDER's 35th anniversary! Look here for more information, including pre-order links.
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22.01.2026 14:18 —
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Happy Birthday, Diana Gabaldon!
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Please join OUTLANDER fans everywhere in wishing a very happy birthday to Diana Gabaldon, who turns 74 years old today! In honor of Diana's birthday, here are some of my favorite "authorial comments" from her books, where her personality comes through.
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11.01.2026 11:26 —
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Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year to #OUTLANDER fans everywhere! As I do every year, I'd like to share a few wee Hogmanay gifts with all of you. Wishing you a wonderful 2026!
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01.01.2026 11:05 —
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2025 Year in Review
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Here's my 2025 Year in Review post, looking back at some of the notable events in #OUTLANDER fandom over the past year. Hope you enjoy it, and Happy New Year to all of you!
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30.12.2025 13:40 —
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Christmas quotes from the OUTLANDER books
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Merry Christmas to all of you who are celebrating this week! Here's my collection of Christmas-themed quotes from the #OUTLANDER books. This is an annual tradition on Outlandish Observations, and I hope you enjoy them!
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24.12.2025 11:37 —
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Matt Roberts on OUTLANDER coming to an end
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OUTLANDER's showrunner, Matt Roberts, posted some very thoughtful comments about the show coming to an end. I encourage you to read this. His comments apply equally to OUTLANDER Season 8 and to A BLESSING FOR A WARRIOR GOING OUT (Book 10).
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21.12.2025 12:08 —
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YouTube video by STARZ
Outlander | Season 8 Opening Credits ft. Annie Lennox | STARZ
#OUTLANDER fans: STARZ has released the opening credit sequence for OUTLANDER Season 8! I think it looks great, and I can't wait! Season 8 premieres on Friday, March 6, 2026.
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17.12.2025 16:44 —
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Diana Gabaldon's interview with Wake County Public Libraries!
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I thoroughly enjoyed Diana Gabaldon's virtual talk with Erin and Heidi from the Wake County (NC) Public Libraries last night! They asked some great questions. I was delighted to get a shout-out, not once but TWICE, during the Zoom call! Details here:
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05.12.2025 12:51 —
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Diana Gabaldon's archives to be housed at Texas A&M!
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Interesting news today: #OUTLANDER author Diana Gabaldon has chosen Texas A&M University's Cushing Memorial Library, located in College Station, TX, as the permanent home for her literary papers, notes, and other memorabilia.
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20.11.2025 20:52 —
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OUTLANDER in Concert!
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Here's something different: "OUTLANDER in Concert: Echoes Through the Highlands", celebrating Bear McCreary's music from all 8 seasons of the #OUTLANDER_STARZ TV series! Tickets for the May 30 concert in Edinburgh will go on sale Nov. 21. Details here:
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19.11.2025 12:41 —
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THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION by Ken Burns premieres Nov. 16!
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The new Ken Burns documentary, THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, premieres on PBS at 8pm ET on Sunday, Nov. 16! This 6-part series will air from Nov. 16-21. What a treat for #OUTLANDER fans who want to learn more about the historical background. I can't wait!
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15.11.2025 19:49 —
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Ian Murray: Walking between two fires
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Here's my latest in-depth post focusing on a particular character from the #OUTLANDER books. This one's about Young Ian.
*** SPOILER WARNING!! *** If you haven't read all of the OUTLANDER books, there are SPOILERS in this post! Read at your own risk.
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11.11.2025 11:41 —
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Diana Gabaldon to receive an honorary doctorate!
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Diana Gabaldon will be receiving an honorary doctorate from the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) in Inverness, Scotland this week. Look here for details. Congratulations, Diana!
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11.11.2025 00:34 —
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Update on "OUTLANDER: Highlands to Carolina" virtual programs!
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OUTLANDER fans: Please read this important update on the upcoming "OUTLANDER: Highlands to Carolina" series of virtual programs from the Wake County (NC) Public Libraries! If you tried before to sign up and registration was closed, please try again.
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25.10.2025 16:32 —
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Happy Birthday, Claire!!
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#OUTLANDER fans: Please join me in wishing a very happy 107th birthday (believe it or not!) to Claire Elizabeth Beauchamp Randall Fraser! In celebration, here's a collection of some of my favorite Claire quotes from the OUTLANDER books.
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20.10.2025 12:23 —
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BOMB Episode 110: "Something Borrowed" (SPOILERS!)
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Here are my reactions to OUTLANDER: BLOOD OF MY BLOOD's season finale, Episode 110, "Something Borrowed".
*** SPOILER WARNING!! *** If you haven't yet seen this episode, there are Major Spoilers in this post. Read at your own risk!
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10.10.2025 20:05 —
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