Winners Announced
On April 7 we were fortunate to host the authors of Pride and Prejudice and Kitties. Pamela James and Deborah Guyol wrote a delightful book, and held a fun contest. Readers were asked to find a picture of a cat that represented Mr. Darcy from any scene in the novel, and then to add an apt caption. Lots of entries were posted! To see all of them, and to read the post by Pamela and Deborah, here is the link–
Guests: Pride and Prejudice and Kitties ~ “Follies and Nonsense… DO Divert Me”
Pamela and Deborah had a tough time picking a winner from so many terrifically funny options. Nevertheless, in the end the winner was unanimous…..
“I’ll fight you for what you did to Georgie. Take that!”
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Thanks to all who participated and sent wonderful images of adorable cats. Your cleverness was amazing!
REMINDER: Our guests from April 14, the authors of Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift, included a giveaway as well. Simple comments for this one! The deadline is this Saturday, so you still have time to enter. “Spend a Day Like Jane Austen”
Winners of When They Fall in Love by Mary Simonsen
The winners of the e-books for When They Fall in Love are Karana and Maria. I will be contacting you shortly to get your information. Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway and for leaving comments. I really enjoyed reading about where you would like to meet Mr. Darcy. Paris and the Lake District were high on the list. If you would like another opportunity to win an e-book, please visit Candy Morton’s blog, So Little Time. She will be hosting a giveaway of When They Fall in Love this week. The paperback version will be available the last week of April.
P.S. Karana, would you please contact me at quailcreekpub@hotmail.com. The e-mail address I have for you does not work. Thanks.
Guests: Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift
Today at Austen Authors we are welcoming authors Kathleen Anderson and Susan Jones. Both lovely ladies are professors of English Literature at Palm Beach Atlantic University in Florida, and have written numerous scholarly articles, including several on Jane Austen for the JASNA publication Persuasions: A Jane Austen Journal. Their collaboration on Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift tackles the fiscal woes that we face today and equips modern women with new (and old) ways to live a life of elegant economy. I think we can all learn more about that!
Here is the blurb from Amazon:
Embrace your inner Jane and find a new way of life in thrift!
Jane Austen knew that wealth and grandeur had little to do with happiness, and that fashionable new dresses and reticules to impress Mr. Darcy simply were not the path to fulfillment—especially when one accrues debt in the process. It’s as true today as it was then . . .
Whether you have a fortune or not, you’re well advised to make the most of your income—and save for your future. Now, using the timeless wisdom and example of Jane Austen’s memorable heroines, this book offers everything the modern lady needs to know about: Clever investing, keeping up appearances on a budget, giving and receiving graciously, finding treasures at flea markets and church rummage sales, planning a party that only looks extravagant, and more!
Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift shows how to make your circumstances significantly less reduced, and how to live a life of elegent economy and joyful generosity—whether you’ve as much as Emma Woodhouse or as little as Miss Bates.
Kathleen and Susan are here to share a few insights from their book. Be sure to ask questions of them! They will be popping in to interact. Plus, comments will enter your name into the drawing for one free copy of Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift. Very cool! The deadline for comments to win is Saturday, April 20 at midnight. *US & Canada only, sorry. Links for additional information and purchasing are after the guest post. So take it away ladies!
Spend a Day Like Jane Austen
A guest blog by Drs. Kathleen Anderson and Susan Jones
Authors of Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift
(Berkley Books, 2013) Continue reading
Winners of The Passions of Dr. Darcy
The deadline has passed, and it is time to announce the winners of my latest novel. I am still having a blast enjoying the giddy enthusiasm of seeing The Passions of Dr. Darcy finally in the hands of readers. The response has been amazing. I shared a number of the delighted words of praise on my website: www.sharonlathan.net and before I announce the winners of the Rafflecopter drawing that was part of my launch celebration here on April 2, I have to share one editorial review.
It comes from The New York Journal of Books, and is by Toni V. Sweeney. I was super stoked to read her lovely review, not only because it was positive (although that is always a perk!) but mainly due to the fact that she completely appreciated the character of Dr. George Darcy, and that the plot was about the journey of his life. It is a long review, and contains spoilers for one who has not read the novel as yet, so I’ll share the direct link – HERE – and my favorite remarks–
“. . . a splendid tale of one man’s determination . . . to be the best in his chosen profession . . . and to find love.”
The passion of the title pertains to love, of course . . . of that George Darcy has for women, but it also relates to his concern for his patients and his integrity in treating them. In this context, Dr. Darcy has three passions: women . . . of India . . . and his love of medicine . . . not necessarily in that order.
Though there’s sex in the story, it’s couched in the vernacular of an Austen novel so it’s more emotionally than graphically descriptive. Nevertheless the narrative is evocative of great passion.
A portion of the story is told through George’s journals, written to various deceased family members. His observations on the development of his nephew Fitzwilliam as an infant, a child, an adolescent, and later the adult man winning Elizabeth Bennet’s heart, bring new facets to that character as originally presented in Jane Austen’s novel.
Anyone who has read Pride and Prejudice will enjoy this story though that isn’t a prerequisite. One doesn’t even have to read the other entries in this series since this could also be a stand-alone.
*sigh Yep, very happy! Don’t delay getting your copy! Click over to my website, or click the image of my gorgeous cover to go directly to Amazon. And now, the main purpose of this post, here are the lucky winners—
The Passions of Dr. Darcy
trade paperback, signed by Sharon
Patricia Finnegan
The Passions of Dr. Darcy
eBook version
Angela Smith
Wendy Norris Roberts
Guests: Pride and Prejudice and Kitties
I am SO excited to welcome our guests today and share this absolutely delightful book with all of you! Pamela Jane and Deborah Guyol have written and presented a truly delightful twist on Pride and Prejudice, and as far as I am aware, a completely unique take. Fortunately I didn’t miss out on the chance to make these discoveries! Months ago Pamela wrote to Abigail and me via the AuAu admin email address, telling us about her then-upcoming book. Now here is where I confess that I am not a huge cat-person, and that cute pictures of animals with funny captions are only entertaining in small portions. Therefore, I wasn’t too thrilled with the vision of a whole book with both!
Then Pamela’s publisher kindly sent me an advanced reader copy. Wow! As soon as I read the opening line, “Netherfield Park has been marked at last!” I was smiling. The second sentence – The news caused much romping at the Bennet household for, as every cat knows, a handsome young tom in possession of his own territory must be in want of a mate. – had me laughing…. And I never stopped. I loved every page, and was sincerely impressed by Pamela and Deborah’s respectful devotion to Jane Austen’s novel.
We are very happy to welcome Pamela and Deborah to Austen Authors. At the end there will be information on the giveaway being offered, and link to purchase and learn more. Now, take it away, ladies!
Follies and Nonsense… Do Divert Me
Authors Pamela Jane and Deborah Guyol discuss their new book,
Pride and Prejudice and Kitties:
A Cat-Lover’s Romp Through Jane Austen’s Classic
(Skyhorse Publishing, April 2013)
In Pride and Prejudice and Kitties, by Jane Austen, Pamela Jane, (children’s book author) and Deborah Guyol (lawyer, writer, photographer), we acknowledge the universal truth that Jane Austen’s classic novel works perfectly with cats. Continue reading
The Passions of Dr Darcy is RELEASED!
Finally! The Passions of Dr. Darcy release day is here! I have been waiting for George Darcy’s story to be public for ages!
I suppose every anxious author feels similar while counting the weeks and days until their latest novel is revealed. In my case, however, I have dreamed of delving seriously into George’s past since late-2006 when I realized how utterly amazing his life was. In my heart and in my mind, this desire was constantly niggling, no matter what else I was writing. Enough tidbits were tossed into the Darcy Saga to satisfy the itch temporarily, yet inevitably the hints of his adventures and relationships only increased the yearning to know more.
By January of 2011 I could no longer squelch the curiosity. The insistent voice inside my head – a resonant male voice with shades of humor and bossiness – refused to remain silent. The fuller story of how George’s epic tale went from concept to published novel is told on my blog–
The Story Behind The Passions of Dr. Darcy
Synopsis~
George Darcy is the second son of a wealthy landowner in Georgian Era England. At 22 he is one of the youngest medical doctorate graduates of Cambridge University and admitted licentiate from the London Royal College of Physicians, and thus considered a brilliant, rising star in England’s field of medicine. Yet Dr. Darcy refuses the easy, comfortable pathway and enlists as a physician with the British East India Company, embarking on a personal quest to broaden his education and practice his craft without the restraints imposed by British society.
The Passions of Dr. Darcy spans thirty-four years in the life of this incredible, eccentric man. Using vivid descriptions of the culture and atmosphere, the story traces his early steps as a new doctor in a strange land on to his eventual return to England and his childhood home decades later. This is a story of India and the people as well as of the diseases and medical care available. Primarily, however, this is the story of one man who strived to change the face of medicine while yearning to fill the void left within his soul upon the death of his identical twin when they were 12. His search for family, enduring love, and lost companionship is a quest not wholly realized until returning to England and Pemberley. There a new generation of family and friends will heal the physician, and to his greatest surprise, the true love of his life awaits.
Those who are fans of my novels are as anxious for this novel as I am. They know Dr. George Darcy and understand completely why his journey needed to be recounted.
Those of you not familiar with my sequel series to Pride and Prejudice may be wondering how a novel about a non-Austen character that is set largely in India can even be considered an Austenesque novel.
It is a fair question. Continue reading
March Giveaway Winners!!!
Austen Authors is proud to announce the winners of our March Giveaways. If your name is below, please contact Regina Jeffers at contests@austenauthors.com (or) regina@rjeffers.com to claim your prize. In the email, please include your name and mailing address. Congratulations to our loyal followers, and check out the April giveaways posted yesterday.
Earlier in the month, Syrie James announced the winner from her Jane Austen Tour: Seascapes and Landscapes post: Emily Bell. Emily received an autographed copy of James’s The Missing Manuscript of Jane. Austen.
From Shannon Winslow‘s launch of Return to Longbourn, Lilyane Soltz and Tobin Leigh Freid were chosen as winners of autographed copies of the novel.
Now, for our March winners…
Monica P will receive an autographed copy of Shannon Winslow‘s The Darcys of Pemberley.
Audra will receive an ARC of Sharon Lathan‘s latest release The Passions of Dr. Darcy.
Maria Grace happily will reward Stephanie Carrico two “Jane Austen Said It Best” Magnets, the Bleeding Heart magnet and the Bluebird Magnet.
Vesper will receive a copy of Kate Fenton’s Vanity and Vexations, donated by Regina Jeffers.
From her launch of All the Appearance of Goodness, Maria Grace will present autographed copies of her latest novel to Denise Aulik and Bonnie Carlson.
Finally, from her launch of The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy, Regina Jeffers will present autographed copies of her latest novel to RosannaK and Karana.
April Giveaways at Austen Authors
Austen Authors offers a bit of everything this month. We have three launches of new titles, two guest posters, and our monthly giveaways. Look below for the different freebies. To be entered in the monthly giveaways, simply leave a comment on any or all of the daily posts (or) use the Rafflecopter option to connect to Social Media and earn extra opportunities to participate. Winners will be chosen at month’s end by Random.org. And now for our giveaways…
Sharon Lathan opens the month with the launch of her latest release, The Passions of Dr. Darcy. Sharon will reward one winner with an autographed copy of this fabulous novel. Another winner will earn an eBook version of the book.
April 8 will bring us the launch of Mary Simonsen’s When They Fall in Love. Simonsen will present two winners with eBook versions of her latest release.
On April 30, Jack Caldwell will bring our readers a new Pride and Prejudice adaptation, Mr. Darcy Came to Dinner.
The first of our guest posters is Pamela Jane, who will bring us a look at her Pride andPrejudice and Kitties: A Cat Lover’s Romp Through Jane Austen’s Classic. One lucky winner will receive an autographed copy of this novel.
Later in the month, authors Kathleen Anderson and Susan Jones will bring us Jane Austen’s Guide to Thrift: An Independent Woman’s Advice on Living within One’s Means. One lucky winner will earn an autographed copy of this April release.
One of our followers will receive an autographed copy of Colette Saucier’s Pulse and Prejudice and another will receive an eBook version of the novel.
Finally, one lucky winner will receive an autographed copy of Nina Benneton’s Compulsively Mr. Darcy.
Winner of The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen
Austen Authors and Syrie James are proud to announce the winner of James’s The Missing Manuscript of Jane Austen from the Jane Austen Tour: Seascapes and Landscapes post. Emily Bell, please contact giveaway coordinator, Regina Jeffers at either contests@austenauthors.com (or) regina@rjeffers.com to claim your prize. In the email, leave your name and mailing address. 
At last! The release of All the Appearance of Goodness!+Excerpt and Giveaway
The newest White Soup Press release is available today as an ebook on Amazon.com and also at Barnes and Noble. The paper back version will be available in about two weeks.
I am giving away two autographed copies of the book to those who leave comments below. (E-books for international winners.) The giveaway will end on March 31, 2013, so leave loads of comments and do not forget the Rafflecopter option for additional opportunities to win. In addition, yesterday Regina Jeffers launched her latest release, THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF MR. DARCY. Regina and I have decided to double your pleasure and double the fun. Those who comment below are also in the running to win a copy of Regina’s book, and those who commented on her post yesterday will be eligible to win my title.
All the Appearance of Goodness is the continuation of the Given Good Principles series.
What is a young woman to do? One handsome young man has all the goodness, while the other the appearance of it. How is she to separate the gentleman from the cad?
When Darcy joins his friend, Bingley on a trip to Meryton, the last thing on his mind is finding a wife. Meeting Elizabeth Bennet changes all that, but a rival for his affections appears from a most unlikely quarter. He must overcome his naturally reticent disposition if he is to have a chance of winning her favor.
Elizabeth’s thoughts turn to love and marriage after her sister, Mary’s, engagement. In a few short weeks she goes from knowing no eligible young men, to being courted by two. Both are handsome gentleman, but one conceals secrets and the other conceals his regard. Will she determine which is which before she commits to the wrong one?
Please enjoy a little excerpt to whet your appetite.
From Chapter 9
An hour later, composed and momentarily calm, Louisa Bingley paced the length of her dressing room. By all rights, the carpet should be as threadbare as her own soul by now, but the makers had woven it of sturdier stuff that she.
Could she stand up to Caroline as Mr. Bradley suggested? The idea was fantastical, unheard of in her family, so close to fiction it tried her sensibilities. She whirled about for another trip past the dressing table.
What choice had she? Caroline had already announced her intentions to join Louisa on her wedding trip and live with her and Hurst afterwards. She loved Hurst too well to subject him to the life she and Charles endured. If she did not do something now, her marriage would be ruined before it began. Continue reading
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