Happy Fall Audiobook Release!

I’m celebrating the joys of autumn this week as well as a new audiobook release! DOUBLE DIPPING just came out in audio from Post Hypnotic Press (and it’ll soon be coming to Audible, too). This means that *all three* of the books in my SWEET TEMPTATIONS COLLECTION are now available as audiobooks, since ON ANY …

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Mr. Darcy – Bitten – Release by Mary Simonsen

If it’s October, then it’s werewolf time! As many of you know, I wrote the novel, Mr. Darcy’s Bite, that was published in 2011 by Sourcebooks. That was followed in 2013 by the sequel, Mr. Darcy Bites Back. The response to both was so positive that I serialized a prequel, Mr. Darcy – Bitten, here on …

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The Cajun Cheesehead Chronicles, by Jack Caldwell

The Journey by Jack Caldwell   Good day, everyone. For the latest installment of the Cajun Cheesehead Chronicles, I’m sharing the following. 2015 marks the fortieth anniversary of my high school graduation. That occurrence inspired me to compose the following, and I was honored to present it at out 40th Reunion last Saturday. I thought …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Wickham tells Lydia he is leaving

    Lydia is in Brighton as Mrs. Forster’s particular guest. She is having a wonderful time with all the soldiers paying to her – especially Mr. Wickham. July 30, 1812 “George!” Lydia waved her hand excitedly. “Over here!” She placed both hands over her heart when she saw him look up and smile at …

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New Release: A Merry Christmas Chase by Monica Fairview

  I’m very excited to announce that my new novella, A Merry Christmas Chase, is being released as part of the box set Regency Quintet: Christmas edition. The novella (which is almost novel-length) has been something I’ve had on a back burner for some time. I put it aside when I first started writing Jane Austen …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Gardiners Compare Opinions of Mr. Darcy

    Elizabeth and her Aunt and Uncle Gardiner have made their second visit to Pemberley – Mr. Gardiner to accept Mr. Darcy’s invitation to fishing and the ladies to wait on his sister. Elizabeth and her aunt talk over the day’s events on their return drive to Lambton, but neither of them is bold …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Darcy Plots to Accidentally Meet Elizabeth on her Walks

While at Rosings, Mr. Darcy interacts with Elizabeth during calls to the Parsonage and as she and the Collins’ dine at Rosings. Not satisfied with those interactions, he desires to happen upon her as she walks the Park.    Monday, 11 April 1812 Darcy peered anxiously about the edge of the orchard. Where could Elizabeth …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Mr. Collins Applies to Sir William for Charlotte’s Hand

    In chapter 22 we’re told that, the morning after a dinner at Lucas Lodge, Mr. Collins slyly slips away from Longbourn with the covert aim of proposing marriage to Charlotte Lucas. This is exactly what Charlotte has been hoping for, and, perceiving him from an upper window, she instantly sets out “to meet …

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Launching ‘A Spot of Sweet Tea’!

So excited to announce the launch of ‘A Spot of Sweet Tea: Hopes and Beginnings’, a collection of sweet, Austen inspired short stories. Here’s a bit about the collection: Sweet, Austen-inspired treats, perfect with a cup of tea. Full of hope and ripe with possibility, beginnings and new beginnings refresh the spirit with optimism and anticipation. Four …

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P&P: Behind the Scenes – Darcy Anticipates Trip to Rosings

As Darcy spends time in London, he attempts to put one woman and her “fine eyes” out of his mind. Will a letter and his annual trip to Rosings be just what he needs?   Monday, 9 March 1812 A knock at the door roused Darcy from the ledgers before him. “Enter,” he called. The …

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