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Good morning, readers. Here is a special treat for you today. Author Shannon Winslow has graciously offered an exclusive sneak peek to Austenprose readers of an excerpt of her new Austen-inspired novel, Return to Longbourn, which releases on February 26th. I have had the pleasure of reading an advance copy and I can share that... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Veronica Ibarra As if reading about the continued lives of our favorite characters from Pride and Prejudice and that of their children is not fascinating enough, send one Georgiana Bingley to seminary in France, throw in a murder with the rumor of a werewolf, and you potentially have something quite interesting.... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Lisa Galek: In this sequel to The Man Who Loved Jane Austen, Sally Smith-O’Rourke takes us on a journey through time and across continents as we explore what happened to the characters and romances from her first novel. Yours Affectionately, Jane Austen picks up moments after the previous book leaves off.... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Kimberly Denny-Ryder: In reading a large variety of Pride and Prejudice variations, I’ve come to expect works of all shapes and sizes. What I didn’t expect, however, was a work that centers on an online dating site. Such is the premise of Pride, Prejudice and the Perfect Match by Marilyn Brant.... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Hello Dear Readers, please help us welcome today bestselling author Syrie James. She is joining us in celebration of the release of her new Austen-inspired novel, The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen. I am so thrilled for the release of this new book. I was given the opportunity... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Christina Boyd: In such days as this, of on-line Jane Austen fan fiction, self-publishing, and perusing the stacks in traditional brick and mortar bookstores, it is incomprehensible to neglect reading the manifold of Jane Austen spin-offs, what-ifs, and other such Austen-inspired musings. Those of us Austen addicts simply cannot get enough... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Kimberly Denny-Ryder: As most Austenprose readers will know by now, I’m a big fan of Pride and Prejudice variations, what-if’s, and retellings. In fact, if you look at the scope of Jane Austen fan fiction that I read it’s almost entirely comprised of Pride and Prejudice inspired novels. A recent addition... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Lisa Galek: If you are one of those Austen fans who think it’s a shame that Mansfield Park is so rarely adapted for modern audiences, then The Beresfords will be a welcome addition to your reading list. When six-year-old Frannie Price is removed from the care of her drug-addicted mother and... Continue Reading →
The holiday season is greatly anticipated in my home. I love decorating my tree with my collection of glass ornaments and baking my favorite treats such as my golden fruit cake. To add to the festivities there are always new Christmas themed books available for those who love to escape into another holiday wonderland. If,... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Jeffrey Ward: In a continuation of Pride and Prejudice, we revisit the former Miss Lydia Bennet who, to avoid total disgrace, has married Mr. Wickham, that rake-hell and tormenter of Mr. Darcy. As she embarks on her latest quest, we read from Mrs. Wickham’s personal journal as she lists her ‘modest’... Continue Reading →
Hello readers, here is a special treat for you today. Author Syrie James has graciously offered an exclusive sneak peek to Austenprose readers of an excerpt of her new Austen-inspired novel, The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen, which releases on December 31st. I have had the pleasure of reading the entire novel and I can... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Kimberly Denny-Ryder: Recently I was offered the opportunity to review Goodly Creatures by Beth Massey for Austenprose. I knew this book was generating a good deal of discussion in the JAFF world. I’m always up for books that are labeled “controversial” as they are great conservation starters. What could be more... Continue Reading →
