Emily's attempt to publish a poem sparks backlash.

Women are forbidden at Amherst, so Emily and Sue get creative to attend a lecture.

Emily and Austin throw a party, and their mutual love for Sue causes tension.

Emily seeks help from an author (John Mulaney) when her favorite tree is threatened.

Emily confronts tough issues at a meeting of the local Shakespeare Club.

Emily takes a "sick day" to write and finds a connection with her father's law clerk.

On her father's election day, Emily defiantly attempts to publish another poem.

On Christmas, Emily tries to be the "good little woman."

During a solar eclipse, Emily confronts the Shadow of Death in her home.

Emily's relationships are challenged as she moves into a new chapter of life.