My Love for Jane Austen

Austenesque author Monica Fairview has officially released Mr. Darcy's Challenge today. Continuing where it was left off at Mr. Darcy's Pledge , this Pride and Prejudice variation takes Mr Darcy back to Longbourn where he intends to rescue the Bennets' reputation but unintentionally proposes to Elizabeth Bennet who promptly rejects him. How will Darcy go about fulfilling his pledge to win Elizabeth's heart and is it worth it knowing that she will never be his? Following her previous experience when T he Other Mr. Darcy , The Darcy Cousins , Steampunk Darcy and Mr. Darcy's Pledge were published, Monica will embark on a virtual book tour on selected blogs to introduce this second volume in The Darcy's Novel . Read and listen to excerpts from the book and participate in the giveaways to win either the paperback edition or e-book of Mr. Darcy's Challenge . Follow the blog tour below: November 10th: Cover Reveal, Mr. Darcy's Challenge @ Aus...

It's the start of the new week again which means the Austenesque book scout wishes to bring to your attention several Austen-themed giveaways. Author Marilyn Brant is giving away an autographed paperback proof copy of The Road and Beyond on Austen Variations . Simply read her post where there is an extract from her current work-in-progress titled Gifts by the Shore and leave a comment . You have until 12 noon CT on next Monday, 1 December 2014 to be counted in the international competition.   Dearest Friends author Pamela Lynne has visited Babblings of a Bookworm with a guest post and outtake from her novel. She has also provided a a paperback or e-book of Dearest Friends so comment with your email address to be in the running for the worldwide giveaway. The deadline is next Tuesday, 2 December 2014 . Sophie Andrews is highlighting and reviewing two Jane Austen products designed by Jen of Miss Bohemia on Laughing With Lizzie . Read why she loves Do Not Dist...

The Christmas season is upon us soon and what better way to celebrate than with a holiday blog tour with Syrie James's Jane Austen's First Love . I'm delighted that Syrie treated us to a wonderful piece in addition to sponsoring five Jane Austen gift packages on her holiday blog tour . The details on how you can win are at the bottom of the post. Let's give her a rousing welcome and read her unique guest post. A Visit With Jane Austen An unexpected conversation transcribed by Syrie James Lúthien84: I'm excited to announce that I have a very special guest here today: Jane Austen herself! I know, it's incredible — but I was just thinking how much I'd love to have a private chat with Jane Austen, when she suddenly appeared on my living room sofa before me! (to Jane) It is such an honour and a pleasure to have you here today, Miss Jane. Jane: Thank you, Miss Lúthien84. I am truly delighted to be here. (sips her tea and smiles) Somehow I feel th...

The Austenesque book scout wishes to share the information on the following amazing giveaways that are listed this week. Guest author Kate Coombs has been invited by blogger Meredith Esparza to share her children's book titled Goodnight Mr. Darcy on Austenesque Reviews . Read her experience of writing the book and leave a comment on her guest post in order to win a hardcover copy of Goodnight Mr. Darcy . Contest is open to US readers only and closes next Monday, 24 November 2014 . Maria Grace is celebrating the publication of A Jane Austen Christmas by hosting a scavenger hunt on her blog this week. Two daily winners who answer her questions correctly will receive a paperback copy of the book or a Christmas goodie bag with free stories , magnets and other stuff. If you comment and subscribe to her blog and newsletter, a 'Jane Austen Said it Best' magnet or postcard could be yours but it is limited to US residents only. For international readers, she w...

Velvet, who has in the past celebrated several annual Pride and Prejudice -themed such as Pemberley Ball 2011 , Something Amiss at Pemberley and last year's Tea at Pemberley , has again hosted Pemberley Ball 2014 on her blog, vvb32 reads . This virtual book event runs for four consecutive days beginning from today, 15 November 2014 with some amazing prizes to be won. The invitation has been issued last month at which you can still sign up to be part of this fantastic blog party. Head over to her post and RSVP your attendance by answering four simple questions and leave your email address or contact information in the comment section. By doing this two steps, you will be automatically entered for the Darcy surprise prize pack which include Jo Baker's Longbourn . However if you are unable to commit yourself, you can still participate in the events anytime by commenting between 18-30 November 2014. You may want to take a quick look at the event schedule to check ou...

Author Syrie James will be holding court on several book blogs with her second blog tour of Jane Austen's First Love starting next Monday, 17 November 2014. So usher in the Christmas holiday season with her in a month-long of fun activities which feature informative guest posts, not-to-be missed interviews, delectable excerpts, excellent reviews, spotlights on her third Austenesque novel after The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen and The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen . In addition Syrie has also graciously donated five tote bags filled with Jane Austen-inspired gifts and signed book plates . The grand prize is valued at US$180 and filled with autographed paperback copies and audiobooks of her works, a Jane Austen pendant and Austen-inspired stationery items . For more details on the prizes, click the picture on the right. Just comment on the blogs below by 11.59 pm PT on Sunday, 21 December 2014 to qualify for this worldwide giveaway. Check out the tour stops as q...

The Austenesque scout is delighted to let her readers know about amazing giveaways that are up for grabs this week. Candy Morton has written a fabulous review of Robin Helm's second book in Yours by Design series on So little time... . In conjunction with her review , a Kindle e-book or an autographed paperback copy of Sincerely Yours is offered to US residents while a worldwide winner stand the chance to receive the Kindle format. Just fill in the Rafflecopter form to qualify for the contest. The deadline falls on Wednesday, 19 November 2014 . Head to Austenesque Reviews and get to know Candy Morton who is featured in the Ardent Austenesque Admirer segment. She has kindly sponsored a US$15 Amazon gift card so leave a comment or question on the post . The contest is open to international readers until next Wednesday, 19 November 2014 . A signed paperback copy of The Muse by debut author Jessica Evans is up for grabs on Goodreads . Just login to your Good...

If you have visited my blog this month, you may know that KC Kahler has written an amazing guest post as part of the Boots & Backpacks blog tour. Two copies of her debut novel are also given away and the winners will be announced shortly. First allow me to express my gratitude to Leatherbound Reviews ' Jakki Leatherberry for organising and coordinating KC Kahler's blog tour. KC Kahler, thank you for preparing an informative post on updating Austen themes to our modern world. Finally, not forgetting Meryton Press for their generous sponsorship of Boots & Backpacks . Random number generator was used to select as the owner of a brand new paperback copy while will receive the e-book edition Ladies, please contact me within 72 hours with your shipping address for the paperback copy OR your email address and the preferred e-book format (Kindle, Nook) in order to claim your prize. Although you may have won prior to this (where I have your email) or you...