My Love for Jane Austen

After Grace Gibson's successful debut of Silver Buckles for Meryton Press last year, she is continuing her association with the independent publisher. Keeping with the theme of footwear as in her first book, Old Boots was launched recently to critical acclaim. If you are looking for a mischievous and playful Fitzwilliam Darcy instead of the prim and proper master of Pemberley found in canon, then this Pride and Prejudice variation is just the story you need to escape from this dreary world. Dog lovers will be thrilled to read this novel as it features a lovable hound named Bandit who will bring Elizabeth and Darcy closer. Since it is the established norm for authors to promote their new releases, Grace's publisher has arranged for her to participate in a short virtual tour. Be on the look out for a few tantalising excerpts, enlightening guest posts and satisfying review. Besides this there is an international giveaway of six e-books of Old Boots which you may be luck...

If you are in need of new Austenesque titles to read, look no further than Quills & Quartos Publishing. Their first release for this month is Forgotten Betrothal , a Pride and Prejudice variation penned by L.M. Romano. In case you have not heard of her name, Ms Romano is one of several debut authors recruited by the renowned Austen-themed publisher to join their fabulous line-up. From the blurb, you can deduce that there is a mystery waiting to be solved. Mr Darcy had already proposed to Elizabeth Bennet but was soundly rejected. They are both back in London and ready to start anew. Then a chance meeting with a complete stranger have turned their world upside down. What family secrets when disclosed would possibly upended Elizabeth's life and bring to an end their growing love for one another? As Ms Romano is new to publishing, a blog tour has been arranged to introduce this story to curious readers. Besides the customary excerpt and review posts, you can get to know th...

When it comes to published Austenesque fiction, Joana Starnes can be considered a household name in this genre. Starting with From This Day Forward ~ The Darcys of Pemberley right up to A Timely Elopement , you can always look forward to a new Pride and Prejudice story each year. This is true with the impending launch of Twists of Fate later this month. The Jane Austen Variations contributing member has penned a forced marriage scenario which involved our darling couple. What could have occurred to have prompted them to exchange vows much earlier than in canon although Elizabeth Bennet is not in love with Mr Darcy yet? Will they be able to experience a satisfying and fulfilling union in the end? If you are curious to know, why not join the online tour that is currently in progress? The author has dished out some morsels of delightful excerpts, engaging interview and informative guest posts. If you leave a comment on each of the blogs below, you may win Twists of Fate in e-boo...

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...

It looks like a double celebration at Quills & Quartos Publishing for this month. Apart from releasing the e-book edition of For the Deepest Love , a new Pride and Prejudice variation is also launched last week. There You Were is written by Michelle Ray whose credits include modern retellings of Shakespeare's plays ( Falling for Hamlet , Mac/Beth and Much Ado About Something ) set in the young adult world among other works. Thus she is no stranger to re-interpreting popular masterpieces to create a unique tale. In There You Were , Elizabeth Bennet's story is more tragic. Neglected by both parents, she grew up to be an impulsive and reckless young woman without a role model to guide her. It is thus she found herself married at an early age to a man she does not truly love. After a few years of marriage, her husband died leaving her to raise their children on her own. Through it all, Mr Darcy is there to help them. Could there be love blossoming between him and his cou...

After successfully releasing the three-volume books in the Sanctuary series just last year, Cat Andrews has penned another modern spin on Jane Austen's most favoured novel. The up-and-coming Austenesque author has taken the major characters from Pride and Prejudice to weave an original tale called An Unexpected Harvest that does not strictly follow events in canon. Of course Elizabeth Bennet and Darcy still appear albeit in a reversal of roles. She comes from a wealthy family who has come home for a brief visit to the countryside while Will runs his parent's farm. Insults are thrown but as they get to know one another better, stirrings of love starts to grow. Soon Elizabeth has to return to the city life leaving him behind. Can they traverse the long distance between them to have a happily ever after ending? Cat has once again arranged a virtual book tour just like her previous publication. Be sure to read various enticing excerpts and entertaining guest posts. You sho...

It has been several years since Austen-themed author Linda Gonschior last published with Meryton Press. Her previous novels are two Pride and Prejudice contemporary romance titled Reflections and its sequel, A Tarnished Image . Parallels which was released early this week concludes the love story between Darcy and Elizabeth that begun twenty years earlier in the first book. As they look back on their journey towards each other, will their children on the brink of adulthood learn from their mistakes? A blog tour has already started but it's not too late to join in the fun and excitement. There are some terrific excerpts and enlightening guest posts to peruse. In addition Meryton Press is generously offering eight e-books of Parallels . So participate in the international giveaway by filling up the Rafflecopter form at the sites stated below. Do hurry because the deadline is next Thursday, 17 June 2021 . May 31st: Cover Reveal – Parallels by Linda Gonschior @ Meryton Pr...

Quills & Quartos Publishing never fail to disappoint their passionate readers every month. They have just launched the e-book of For the Deepest Love prior to the release of the paperback edition several weeks earlier. This is Mary Anne Mushatt's second Pride and Prejudice tale with them after last year's successful publication of Taken . Before joining the established Austenesque imprint, she tried her hand at self-publishing Darcy and the Duchess to mix reviews. For the Deepest Love begins as an off-canon novel that does not strictly follow the original plot. The author has liberally taken the protagonists from Jane Austen's well known oeuvre and re-invented a whole new story. From the blurb, we discovered that the Bennet parents have died leaving Mr Gardiner as the guardian of his nieces including Jane and Elizabeth. When Mr Darcy heard that her uncle is facing financial problems, he decided to propose to Elizabeth. If she accepts his offer, she can help her ...

Author Jennifer Altman first appeared on the Austenesque publishing scene with her successful debut novel titled To Conquer Pride back in 2018. Since then she has joined Jane Austen Variations and written some memorable articles besides posting her work-in-progress on the site. Thus you might know that Faults of Understanding which is her second Pride and Prejudice what-if tale will be released soon. Imagine if Elizabeth Bennet accepted Mr Darcy's hand in marriage not out of love nor obligation but a momentary lapse of judgement, how will she rectify this situation? A lady does not simply withdraw her promise after giving her consent without losing her reputation. And supposing her future husband found out how she really feels about him, what would be his reaction? How will they lead their lives in Pemberley knowing that one's spouse cannot bear the sight of the other? That is basically the premise of the story. A mini virtual tour is currently underway prior to the ...

Just when you thought that the Jane Austen's Dragons series has come to an end with the publication of last year's Kellynch: Dragon Persuasion , Maria Grace has spring a surprise. She has taken the characters of Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy from her first four novels in the fantasy series ( Pemberley: Mr. Darcy's Dragon , Longbourn: Dragon Entail , Netherfield: Rogue Dragon and A Proper Introduction to Dragons ) on another fiery adventure. Joining them in this sequel is none other than Frederick and Anne Wentworth. Together both couples found themselves embroiled in a looming war if peace is not restored between dragons and humans in Dragons Beyond the Pale . As a seasoned author, Maria knows the importance of publicising her new release. Thus she has arranged to tour some notable Austenesque blogs over the next few weeks. There are entertaining guest posts and thrilling excerpts to read. On top of that an e-book of either Dragons Beyond the Pale or Pemberley: M...

Elizabeth Adams ( The Houseguest , Unwilling , Meryton Vignettes , On Equal Ground , The 26th of November and Sons of Pemberley ) is on a roll! After publishing her last novel about five months ago, the Jane Austen Variations contributor is back with another new Pride and Prejudice variation. Instead of dismissing Charlotte's claims that Mr Darcy is in love with her, what if Elizabeth Bennet seriously considered this possibility? Would the outcome of the Hunsford proposal be completely different than what Jane Austen had imagined. That is the premise of How to Fall in Love with a Man You Thought You Hated Like her previous blog tour for Sons of Pemberley , the author has engaged the services of Historical Fiction VirtualBook Tours to promote this release. You can look forward to reading some great reviews and enticing excerpts that will hopefully tug at your heartstrings. Elizabeth is sponsoring $20 Amazon gift card to a US resident so be sure to visit the following sit...