Audiobook Launch – Leap of Hope

Leap of Hope: Chance at an Austen Kind of Life: Crossroads Collection, Book 2Time-slip/body-swap fun! Romance and multiple proposals! The chance to star in your own Jane Austen-style story! What could be better?

In case you missed it before, that’s LEAP of HOPE, and now it’s available in AUDIO!

Meagan Moses is the talented narrator who brings the story to life, and she had a real challenge because of the contrasting accents that are constantly switching back a forth, sometimes even within the same sentence!

You see, Hope is a college girl from the American south who gets the chance to live out a fantasy many Jane Austen fans have pondered – what it would be like to wake up in Regency England, young, single, and ready for romance. Here’s the blurb:

At the Crossroads Center, they’re in the business of handing out second chances. And their newest client is Hope O’Neil – college student and Jane Austen devotee, who has always believed she’d be more at home in the past, wearing corsets and courted by men in cravats. But can a modern girl really fit into a world with no electricity, cell phones, or indoor plumbing? Hope is about to find out when her wish for an Austen kind of life is unexpectedly granted. Although she envisions her second chance will be like something straight out of Pride and Prejudice – complete with her own Mr. Darcy and a romantic happy ending – she gets more than she bargained for in this delightful romp through Regency England… a lot more.

Austenesque Reviews gave it a full 5 stars: “Shannon Winslow came up with an inventive and diverting premise and her execution was masterly… Well-written, original, and beautifully composed, Leap of Hope is an entertaining and delightful adventure. Fresh and fun, this story is a perfect choice for readers who have enjoyed other time-slip/body-swap stories…”

So come along on Hope’s adventure!

 

Shannon Winslow

Shannon Winslow claims she was minding her own business – raising two sons and pursuing a very sensible career – when an ordinary trip to Costco about fifteen years ago changed her life. That was the day a copy of the ’95 film adaptation of Pride and Prejudice fairly leapt off the shelf and into her oversized shopping cart. After watching the mini-series, Shannon was hopelessly hooked on the story, Colin Firth’s Darcy, and all things Jane Austen. One may guess what followed – compulsive reading, late-night trips to the library and video store, secret rendezvous with Mr. Darcy and Mr. Knightley. Finally, only one thing remained. Her dedication (or obsession, as it could more rightly be described) ultimately inspired her to begin writing her own stories a la Austen.

Here's what Shannon says about her unique approach to writing JAFF: "Since I’m just sappy enough to believe there’s only one true story for the characters I’ve grown to love (and Jane Austen wrote it), I amuse myself with adding onto rather than varying from canon - expanding on what Jane Austen gave us and filling in the blanks in the record with prequel, sequel, and supplemental views. What was Mr. Darcy doing all the time he’s absent from the page? What happened to Colonel Brandon in India? And how did our favorite couples fare after the wedding? Inquiring minds want to know, and I’m happy to deliver the answers!"

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    • Lilyane Soltz on September 11, 2020 at 12:26 pm
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    Shannon Winslow? What could be better? And in audio? I’m definitely in.

    Congratulations on “Leap of Hope” – I’m looking forward to this one.

    1. Thanks, Lilyane!

    • Leslie on September 11, 2020 at 12:35 pm
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    It’s a great story, Shannon. Best of luck with the audio edition!

    1. So glad you enjoyed it, Leslie!

  3. Sounds like great fun. Love these time exchange stories. And audio is like living in the story.

    1. Exactly, Mary! I’m such a fan of audiobooks that it’s a thrill to have mine available in that form!

    • Sheila L. Majczan on September 11, 2020 at 12:56 pm
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    I enjoyed this story when I read it. Thanks for a chance to win an audio copy.

    1. You’re welcome, Sheila. Thanks for reading and recommending!

    • Xena Anne on September 11, 2020 at 1:44 pm
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    This sounds like so much fun! I like my own time just fine, but a quick vacation in Regency England would be great.

    1. As a reader, you get to do just that – visit but return anytime you want. And yes, I think you’ll find this book a lot of fun, Xena!

    • Pam Hunter on September 11, 2020 at 2:03 pm
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    I’d love to visit the Regency time period, but I wouldn’t want to live there permanently. I love my modern conveniences too much!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

    1. I completely agree, Pam! This what’s fun about this story. You get to see what it might be like, but without the permanent commitment. 😉

    • DarcyBennett on September 11, 2020 at 3:11 pm
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    Would love to listen to this book. Thanks for the chance to win an audio code.

    1. You’re welcome. Good luck!

    • Sage on September 11, 2020 at 3:28 pm
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    This book sounds amazing and humorous!

    1. So glad you think so, Sage!

    • Michell de Álvarez on September 11, 2020 at 3:30 pm
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    That sounds delightful, congratulations 🎊

    1. Thanks, Michell. I’m excited to get this new version of the book out there!

    • Sarah on September 11, 2020 at 4:23 pm
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    This sounds delightful!

    1. Glad you’re interested, Sarah!

    • Eva Edmonds on September 11, 2020 at 4:44 pm
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    Count me in for an audio code! I read the book (always love your books) but I also enjoy the audio while I walk or relax. Thank you for your generous giveaway.

    1. Thanks for the endorsement, Eva, and good luck with the drawing. 😀

    • Cyndy on September 11, 2020 at 5:04 pm
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    Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance to win one!

    1. I hope you get the chance to read it, Cyndy!

    • Maureen Chritzman on September 11, 2020 at 5:44 pm
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    I love listening to audio books on my commute. This sounds like a fun story. I’d love having this audio book. Thanks for the chance to win it!

    1. Yes, audio books make time spent driving so much more enjoyable!

    • Debbie on September 12, 2020 at 2:31 am
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    I am so looking forward to listening to this story. I loved reading it

    1. Yay! I think you’ll enjoy the audio too!

    • Lois on September 12, 2020 at 4:18 am
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    Sounds like an interesting premise!

    1. So glad you think so, Lois. 😀

    • Lillie on September 12, 2020 at 12:36 pm
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    Just reading the blurb made me smile, so I am looking forward to a fun read, and I would love to have an audiobook copy.

    1. More smiles to come, I hope. Good luck with the giveaway, Lillie!

    • Laurie McClain on September 13, 2020 at 2:37 pm
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    Loved this story, Shannon! Thanks for the chance to win the audio version!

    1. You’re welcome, Laurie. So glad you loved LoH!

    • Tasha on September 17, 2020 at 2:00 pm
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    Would love an audio for this thank you! I’m a UK listener

    1. Good luck, Tasha!

    • Elizabeth Jenkins on September 17, 2020 at 4:26 pm
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    What a lovely thing to do to give away a copy of your book. I would very much like to read this. I absolutely adore reading and it sounds like an enjoyable read. Good luck to you all and I hope the winners enjoy.

    • Rita Deodato on September 17, 2020 at 6:29 pm
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    Congratulations Shannon! This is certainly one audiobook I will love to listen too 🙂
    I love the idea behind it 🙂

    1. That’s good to hear, Rita! I hope you win. 🙂

    • MeriLyn Oblad on September 17, 2020 at 11:46 pm
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    That’s such an awesome idea! Congrats on how well it’s doing!

    1. Thanks. So glad you are interested!

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