My Love for Jane Austen

Few male authors have conquered the Austenesque market quite like Jack Caldwell. Although his releases do not number as much as prolific writer Jann Rowland, his novels range from historical tales to modern times, romances, adventures to parody. If you are in the mood for something cheerful, then pick up Mr. Darcy Came to Dinner . Pemberley Ranch would be a good choice for those who like to read a Pride and Prejudice retelling set in another era. Or the three books in his Jane Austen's Fighting Men series with the latest title, Persuaded to Sail , just recently published. A companion volume to The Three Colonels and The Last Adventures of the Scarlet Pimpernel , it also serves as a sequel to Persuasion . As a way of introducing this series to new and old readers alike, Jack has arrange to visit some Austenite blogs. Be on the look out for excerpts, guest posts along with giveaways of Persuaded to Sail in e-book and paperback copies for US residents. You are welcome to l...

Have you always wanted to read an anthology which focuses on mothers found in Jane Austen's oeuvres? Now your wish has partially come true with the publication of A Mother's Touch . Penned by Austenite Jennifer Redlarczyk whose previous releases include A Very Merry Mix-up , Darcy's Melody , A Holiday To Remember and A Taste of Peanut , this collection consists of seven stories inspired by Pride and Prejudice . As you know from canon, Mr Darcy's mother has died for many years by the time the novel begins. If you would love to see Lady Anne Darcy's influences on her children's lives, this book is definitely for you. In celebration of Mother's Day which has just passed, the author has visited a few Austenesque blogs. It promises to be a fun tour with plenty of charming excerpts to occupy your time. In addition Jennifer is gifting e-books of A Mother's Touch and other goodies at the stops below. 1st: Excerpt + Giveaway with Author Jennifer Redlarcz...

If you have been in the Austenesque community long enough, you'll notice that authors prefer to write Pride and Prejudice stories. Besides its popularity with Jane Austen fans and non fans alike, it has a fairly straight forward premise and one of the main tropes in romance novels. However if you like something different, there are other choices available as well. Take for example Outmatched which was just launched yesterday. Combining unforgettable characters from Mansfield Park and Sense and Sensibility , author Jayne Bamber deftly handled the thorny issue of Maria Bertram marrying a fool by having her break off her engagement with Mr Rushworth. This sets of a chain of events which has far reaching consequences that anyone would have predicted. As with any new releases, Jayne is currently participating in a virtual tour to promote Outmatched . Take a peek at the following blogs where you can read some enchanting excerpts and guest posts. Then be sure to enter the giveaway ...

After a two-year hiatus, Jane Austen Variations member Monica Fairview is back with the publication of a new Pride and Prejudice variation towards the end of last month. In Fortune & Felicity , Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet did not have the opportunity to put things right after the disastrous proposal at Hunsford. Much has changed in the seven years since they last saw each other. For starters they married someone else and their spouses are dead leaving both of them widowed. Darcy seem to fair much better with a young daughter who is in need for a governess. On the other hand Elizabeth has to fend for herself and look for a position to survive as her dead husband left her penniless. Thus it is in this situation that they are re-acquainted. Will they use this second chance to see past their faults and misunderstandings? Are you curious to learn more of the novel? You can join the blog tour which has commenced ahead of the official release date. Be entertained by the excerpts...

A new month is upon us and hopefully you are in good health, my dear readers. Have you been catching up on your reading since the pandemic has compel some of us to spend more time at home? If you are running out of Austenesque titles to read, don't fret as author Jayne Bamber will be releasing a new novel next Friday. In fact she is here today to share her good news with you. Let's welcome back Jayne to the blog! Guest Post        It's always a pleasure to be welcomed back to My Love for Jane Austen ! Today I would like to share an excerpt from my new release, Outmatched — as well as a chance to win a free copy of the eBook.        Outmatched , coming to Kindle on 8th May, is a fusion of Mansfield Park and Sense & Sensibility fueled by blackmail and scheming at every turn. With the Bertrams set up as relations of the Dashwoods, the characters from both of these Austen novels converge at Norland, where every manner...

How are you doing, dear friends? Have you catch up with your reading list yet or there's still a long way to go before you clear the pile? We had Riana Everly as a guest author earlier in April to introduce her new Pride and Prejudice variation. Along with her guest post and excerpt , she has agreed to sponsor an e-book of The Bennet Affair which will make one commenter very happy. The winner has already decided by the author in one of the comments on her post. Laurie McClain Since you have stated your email address in the comment, Riana will contact you personally to arrange for the prize delivery.

There are many plotlines one can choose from if you wish to read a Pride and Prejudice variation especially during this period of uncertainty. Thankfully some Austenesque authors have chosen to release their new work to give us a distraction from what is currently happening around the world. One of them is Riana Everly who has published a very intriguing story with spies and undercover operations set in the Napoleonic age. Although The Bennet Affair shares a similar premise with Victoria Kincaid's The Unforgettable Mr. Darcy and Darcy and Deception , the one notable difference is Mr Bennet is suspected of aiding and abetting the enemy. Is Elizabeth's father really a traitor or is there another reason for his suspicious behaviour? If this has piqued your interest, you'll be delighted to know that the author has organised an online tour. Guest posts and excerpts are featured along with reviews written by bloggers. As an added incentive, Riana is generously gifting an e...

Hello, dear friends! How have you been keeping up with your Austenesque reads? Since the worsening of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis and many countries imposing lockdown or stay at home orders (including my country), this is a good time to catch up on your list of books to-be-read. Today author Riana Everly will be introducing her new Pride and Prejudice variation which was published just a few days ago. If you like mystery and intrigue, The Bennet Affair promises to be an exciting adventure into the world of espionage that you'll remember for a long time. Let's welcome Riana who will share an informative post and excerpt to go along with a terrific giveaway. Guest Post Although Jane Austen was writing during the wars with France, she makes very little mention in her novels of the hostilities. There are references aplenty to soldiers in their smart red coats and military men, such as General Tilney and Colonels Fitzwilliam and Brandon, but the wars themselves are hardly me...

If you prefer Austen-themed reads to have paranormal and horror elements in it, there are quite a number of options available in the market. Most authors prefer to incorporate vampiric tales and feature Mr Darcy as the sophisticated vampire gentleman rather than other types of beasts. Take for example Mr. Darcy, Vampyre by Amanda Grange and Regina Jeffers's Vampire Darcy's Desire . Now you can add Mr. Darcy's Clan written by Lari Ann O'Dell to the list as she published it last month. If you would like to know more of this recent Pride and Prejudice variation, you are fortunate because the author is touring some popular Austenesque blogs. Although it's the first time doing it, you will not be disappointed as there are illuminating guest posts, inspiring excerpts and entertaining character interview sandwiched between reviews by trusted bloggers. Look out for the giveaway too as she is sponsoring eight e-books of Mr. Darcy's Clan through Rafflecopter form...

Christina Boyd has done it again! You may recognised her name as the editor of Austenesque short story anthologies known as The Quill Collective series. Each book is based on a specific theme which you can guess from the title itself. The Darcy Monologues is solely about the main male character from Pride and Prejudice while Dangerous to Know: Jane Austen's Rakes & Gentlemen Rogues tells the backstory and exploits of the cads and libertines in Jane Austen's novels. How about the ladies you say? Then Rational Creatures is what you are looking for. Is there a Christmas-themed stories? Yes, that'll be Yuletide . So it's only a matter of time before Christina will publish another short story collection. Thus Elizabeth: Obstinate, Headstrong Girl came to be born. From Regency times to modern era, you get to read ten different stories of our favourite and well loved protagonist from Jane Austen's masterpiece. Take a peek at the list of blogs where the ...

Some Austenesque authors feel comfortable switching between writing contemporary tales and historically based stories. One of them is Meryton Press's Belén Paccagnella. If you recall, the author released Obstacles which is a modern adaptation of Pride and Prejudice two years ago. She has now ventured into penning Regency variation with the recent publication of When Duty Calls . This novel is a forced marriage scenario for Elizabeth Bennet when her indiscretion with Fitzwilliam Darcy is known to the residents of Meryton. In order to save her reputation and that of her family as well, she agrees to be bind to the man that she despise. With such a dreadful beginning  to their married life, will they be able to find happiness in each other? If the premise has piqued your interest, please join Belén on her two-week long virtual tour. She has prepared a variety of informative guest posts, enlightening excerpts and vignette, and character interview besides answering some questions ...

Most authors tend to favour writing about Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy. You might be right in thinking they sell really well judging from an increase in the number of published Pride and Prejudice titles. What if you wish for something different instead? Well, Sue Barr has the answer for you. She has begun the Pride & Prejudice Continued... series with the focus on secondary characters that inhabit the world of the Bennets, Bingleys and Darcys. Catherine has already been released last year and Caroline the year before that. Thus it follows that the third book will be coming out this year and you are correct. Georgiana was available not too long ago. It is the norm for authors to participate in a virtual book tour whenever there is a new release and Sue is no exception. There are wonderful excerpts, captivating guest posts and charming interview to read. If you aren't convince that this novel is to your liking, then take a look at the reviews penned by experi...