My Love for Jane Austen

The rate of publishing Jane Austen fan fiction varies among experienced and novice writers from my observation. Some authors will release on average one title per year while others would churn out a few stories in a single year. There are also several prolific novelists who venture out of their comfort zone to pen books in other genre like historical fiction. Regina Jeffers is one of the few established Austenesque authors who has carved a name for herself in Regency as well as contemporary romance. After last year's successful publication of Pemberley's Christmas Governess , you can count on her to deliver another amazing spin on Pride and Prejudice . The new variation is called Elizabeth Bennet's Gallant Suitor with a unique premise whereby Jane is not Mr Bennet's biological daughter. Before Jane's mother wed Thomas Bennet, the former Francis Gardiner was Stewart Belwood's wife. However her happiness is short-lived when he died leaving her a widow wit...

After releasing Schemes of Felicity novella as part of the Skirmish & Scandal series last year, author Suzan Lauder ( Alias Thomas Bennet , Letter From Ramsgate , A Most Handsome Gentleman and The Mist of Her Memory ) is back again with her fifth full-length Pride and Prejudice novel. As depicted on the cover of The Barrister's Bride , the plot features two suitors vying for Elizabeth Bennet's attention and they are none other than the Darcy brothers. Although the premise is quite similar with another variation called The Darcy Brothers , there are significant differences between the two. In this story, George Darcy is the master of Pemberley with Fitzwilliam as his younger brother. Since second sons do not automatically inherit land and wealth from the father, he is obliged to make his way in the world by becoming a barrister in London with assistance from his late uncle and benefactor. The same uncle has even arranged a marriage between him and the daughter of his...

It looks like the Austenesque publishing industry is back in full swing after a relatively quiet few months (at least to me). This is evident with the highly anticipated arrival of several Pride and Prejudice based titles this month. First up is author Heather Moll who is back with a full-length novel called An Affectionate Heart . This comes on the heels of last year's launch of a Christmas-themed novella, A Hopeful Holiday . Her prior releases include His Choice of a Wife , Two More Days at Netherfield , The Gentleman are Detained and Nine Ladies . Inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery's The Blue Castle , Heather has penned a twenty-one year old Elizabeth Bennet as one of the two unmarrried daughters, the other is Lydia. Her father has died of heart problem leaving her dependent on the kindness and generosity of her married sisters. While visiting Mary and Mr Collins, now the master of Longbourn, Elizabeth befriends the new residents of a nearby lodge. Mr Darcy and his sis...

If you recall, the Skirmish & Scandal series began as an idea born out of the lockdowns experienced by participating Meryton Press authors in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic which is still gripping us till this day. Three novellas ( Schemes of Felicity , The Longbourn Quarantine and Play with Fire ) were launched last year and a further three books ( Reckless, Headstrong Girl , A Consuming Love and Spies of our Acquaintance ) are added to the series. It has reached the end of its publication journey with the release of its seventh novella which gave the series its name. Skirmish & Scandal is C.P. Odom's seventh book since signing a contract with Meryton Press. In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Mr Darcy's aunt learns that he intends to wed Elizabeth Bennet. You can imagine that Lady Catherine de Bough would be furious and indignant that his favourite nephew chose to align himself to a country gentleman's daughter with no fortune. What would happen if ...

After skipping last year's Austen in August , avid blogger and Jane Austen fan Misty Braden is back to host the annual event on the book rat . If you are unfamiliar with what this is all about, allow me to enlighten you. It is a month long virtual gathering of Austenites to celebrate the worldwide Jane Austen fandom. A few posts are up on weekdays where like-minded individuals can share their thoughts and opinions on the topic at hand. There are a variety of delectable excerpts from upcoming releases and old favourites alike, book reviews, film reviews, vlogs, fun recipes, entertaining write-ups and amusing conversations to be had. This online festivities will not be complete without offering wonderful gifts to participants and there are lots to win from thanks to the generosity of authors, bloggers and publisher. Most of the giveaways are open to international readers unless stated otherwise. You need to fill up the Rafflecopter form and submit your entries quickly for the ...

After taking several months break to publish other new Pride and Prejudice based novels ( Interrupted Plans , The Predisposition of Miss Elizabeth Bennet , Parallels and Old Boots ), Meryton Press has return to the Skirmish & Scandal series by releasing the sixth novella. If you need a refresher, the books in the series in order of publication date are Schemes of Felicity , The Longbourn Quarantine , Play with Fire , Reckless, Headstrong Girl and A Consuming Love . Now we have Brigid Huey's Spies of our Acquaintance to add to the collection. Like the title imply, Napoleonic agents are at work in the quiet village of Meryton. Our favourite couple are caught in a web of intrigue when they unwittingly stumbled upon Denny and Wickham who held them captive. Denny prove to be a French spy and his fellow soldier is helping him to achieve his goal. Can Darcy and Elizabeth escape their imprisonment and save the day? Brigid is introducing this Pride and Prejudice variation by...

Have you ever wonder what would have happened if Elizabeth Bennet was married before she met Darcy? What if her first husband passed away leaving behind Netherfield Park in her possession? Being financially independent and free to do as she pleases, she decides to lease the estate to a Mr Charles Bingley. Before visiting his good friend's new home, Darcy has heard news of his schoolmate's mysterious death. Could James Grayson's widow, Elizabeth has a hand on his early demise? That is the premise of Mistress of Netherfield written by debut author Julia Winter. Since she is new to the world of Austenesque publishing, she has organised a blog tour to coincide with the release. You'll get to read some enticing excerpts, inspirational guest post, diverting vignettes and a few reviews. On top of that the author is sponsoring three presents for inquisitive readers. The first prize is a copy of Mr Darcy's Hunsford letter and an e-book of Mistress of Netherfield whi...

It has been a quiet three months since we have a visitor on My Love for Jane Austen . That is about to change with today's guest post by debut Austenite author Julia Winter. Her Pride and Prejudice variation is unlike canon where Elizabeth is a rich widow who inherited Netherfield Park after the death of her husband. Mistress of Netherfield is due to be published two days hence so get ready to immerse yourself into the love story between Darcy and Elizabeth by reading this illuminating guest post. Take it away, Julia! Guest Post         When she kindly offered me today's slot on her blog, Lúthien84 asked me what made me write Elizabeth as a wealthy widow. I have to admit I rubbed my hands in delight at the thought of explaining myself.         I've often wondered, you see, what Darcy's reaction to Elizabeth might be if some of her disadvantages in the eyes of society — the Bennet girls' lack of dowries, th...