From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Its been twenty-five years since Clueless premiered in 1995 and we are still worshiping the creative genius of writer/director Amy Heckerling’s film adaptation of Jane Austen 1815 classic novel, Emma. This witty coming-of-age teen comedy featured a string of now-famous young actors such as Alicia Silverstone, Stacey Dash,... Continue Reading →
Who Wants to Marry a Duke: Duke Dynasty Series (Book 3), by Sabrina Jeffries—A Review
From the desk of Pamela Mingle: Romance, mystery, and a most intriguing hero and heroine are what you’ll find in Who Wants to Marry a Duke. This is the third entry by Sabrina Jeffries in the Duke Dynasty series and can also be read as a standalone. We first meet young Marlowe Drake, the Duke... Continue Reading →
Someone to Romance: The Westcott Series (Book 8), by Mary Balogh—A Review
From the desk of Sophia Rose: I discovered Mary Balogh’s tender, relationship-driven historical romances by browsing a book shop about a decade ago. The cover of her book merely depicted a landscape, but I recognized the possibilities of a new to me Regency-era author who did indeed pay attention to the details of the historical... Continue Reading →
A Preview & Exclusive Excerpt of Schemes of Felicity: A Pride and Prejudice Variation, by Suzan Lauder
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress:Â Great news in Austenland, readers. While the pandemic has taken its toll and continues to flourish, we can be grateful that so many housebound writers are working away creating stories for us! I am happy to share that the fine folks at Meryton Press will be having several... Continue Reading →
Q&A with Rachel McMillan, Historical Fiction Author of The London Restoration
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress:Â Hello readers. Summer is in full swing here at Woodston Cottage. My hydrangeas, anemones, and roses are blooming. We had a heatwave over the weekend that sent this hot weather wimp inside and under a fan! Today I am so happy to welcome bestselling author Rachel McMillian to... Continue Reading →
Mr. Malcolm’s List: A Novel, by Suzanne Allain — A Review
From the desk of Melissa Makarewicz: Late one evening I was mindlessly scrolling through Twitter, as one does, when a post caught my eye. “Have you seen “Mr. Malcolm’s List? It’s an Austenesque series with a diverse cast,” asked @ctrichmon. At the mention of Austen, my interest was piqued. I immediately watched the video of... Continue Reading →
A Preview & Exclusive Excerpt of Everything a Lady is Not: Bow Street Beaus (Book 1), by Sawyer North
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress:Â Hello dear readers! I am happy to welcome author Sawyer North to Austenprose today in celebration of his latest historical romance novel, Everything a Lady is Not. Set in Regency-era England it is the first book in the Bow Street Beaus series and involves and strong, independent heroine... Continue Reading →
The Lady and the Highwayman (Proper Romance Victorian), by Sarah M. Eden—A Review
From the desk of Katie Patchell: Â Pop Quiz: Which of the following is a penny dreadful -- a) the title of a recent TV series, b) a term for a gory but thrilling story or c) a serialized novel from the 1800s? If you answered any of the three, you would be correct! Besides... Continue Reading →
A Very Austen Romance: Austen Anthologies (Book 3), by Robin Helm, Laura Hile, Wendi Sotis, Barbara Cornthwaite, Chautona Havig, Mandy H. Cook — A Review
From the desk of Katie Jackson: Dear readers, we are living in a golden age, filled to brimming with a wealth of Jane Austen-inspired tales that creatively explore the endless possibilities of her beloved characters. We are rich, indeed, my friends, and A Very Austen Romance: Austen Anthologies Book 3 is a fine addition to... Continue Reading →
A Preview & Exclusive Excerpt of In Plain Sight: A Pride & Prejudice Variation, by Don Jacobson
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress:Â I am happy to welcome Austenesque author Don Jacobson to Austenprose today to celebrate the release of his latest novel, In Plain Sight. Don is a prolific writer publishing seven novels in his Bennet Wardrobe series and additional Jane Austen-inspired variations. He has also contributed to the North... Continue Reading →
A Preview & Exclusive Excerpt of The Gentleman Spy (Serendipity & Secrets Book 2), by Erica Vetsch
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Hello readers. Are you in the mood for a total escape during these challenging times? Then, bring on The Gentleman Spy, the next Regency-era novel in the Serendipity & Secrets series by bestselling historical romance author Erica Vetsch. Even if you have not read The Lost Lieutenant, the... Continue Reading →
Bronte’s Mistress: A Novel, by Finola Austin — A Review
From the desk of Molly Greeley: The mystique of the BrontĂ« sisters hasn’t lessened in the years since they wrote their extraordinary novels. Their brother Branwell is remembered by history less for his literary talents than for his notorious addictions, and for the alleged affair he had with his pupil’s mother, Lydia Robinson. In Brontë’s... Continue Reading →