"An elegant emulation and continuation of Pride and Prejudice . . . shows how sequel-writing can, like parody, be a sharp exercise in literary appreciation." — Times Literary SupplementThis witty sequel to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice follows the fate of Georgiana Darcy, Mr. Darcy's younger sister, who must choose between two suitors, a well-placed navy captain and a brash young architect. Masterfully adapted to Austen's original nine...

Julia Barrett (pseudonym for Julia Braun Kessler) is the author of two other continuations to great novels of Jane Austen, as well as a completion of her last effort. They include: Presumption: An Entertainment, a sequel to Pride and Prejudice, The Third Sister, a continuation of Sense and Sensibility, and Jane Austen’s Charlotte: A Fragment of Her Last Novel, Completed. As a novelist, she has addressed herself to picking up Austen’s wonderful creations –– people so lively and vivid –– to ...

In completing Jane Austen’s last novel, Julia Barrett has emerged with a literary treasure, holding true to the characters and theme designed by Ms. Austen. Set in the developing seaside town of Sanditon, it portrays a young woman from the countryside who is exposed to the sophistication and cynicism of resort life. Her name is Charlotte. With disarming charm and wit, she observes for us the array of quirky characters who reside in the booming resort-to-be.The innocent but keen-wit...

The thirteen chapters in this collection analyze David Fincher’s development as a filmmaker, from television commercials and music videos to serving as front runner on the series Mindhunter. The contributors explore a variety of characteristics, including Fincher’s attitudes toward his audiences, his attention to detail, his Gothic sense of evil, his modernization of film noir, and his reinvention of the serial killer. The diversity of approaches highlights the paradoxes of Finche...

Poems for Middle and High School StudentsRead by Connie Dangel and Martin Siemienski

Sometimes the path to happily ever after can be strewn with danger and intrigue.Anne de Bourgh has never had a coming-out. She has never had a season. In fact, she has never had a suitor. But, according to her mother, she has always had a future husband. Although Anne desires to marry, she does not wish to marry her mother's choice, and he does not wish to marry her.With no other options and the prime of her youth slipping away, Anne's view of her ...

"The last thing Mr. Darcy expected was to meet the woman whose nearness caused him to entertain ideas of what it would be like to know her as his wife."Miss Elizabeth Bennet must decide whether to accept or refuse a proposal from the last man in the world whom she could be prevailed on to marry.At least two unhappy alternatives are also before her: certain scandal and her mother's disapprobation. Is there a path to happily ever after in wake of an alliance born out...

A handsome stranger ~ An unusual cottage ~ A plan for revenge ~ An unexpected loveOn a rainy day in April, Fitzwilliam Darcy and Charles Bingley stop to ask a gentleman for directions to Netherfield since the ones they have been given appear to be faulty. At the gentleman's insistence, Darcy and his friend seek refuge from the rain at a nearby cottage. The young woman who greets them captivates Darcy with both her beauty and character.Elizabeth Ben...

Praise for Only a Heartbeat Away:❝Once again, P.O. Dixon delights us with another lovely variation of Pride and Prejudice in her new book Only a Heartbeat Away! I really enjoyed reading it!❞ - Candy M., So Little Time❝I love how PO Dixon keeps true to the characters we love while changing the story enough to enjoy a new romantic tale.❞ - Erlynn K., Books Hug Back❝This is one story that captured my heart and soul! Thanks to Ms. Dixon for another rive...

He's running away. She's glad he's gone. But fate has other plans.Elizabeth Bennet has thrown away her one and only chance at marriage, or so her mother laments over and over again until finally, to restore a measure of peace to his house, Elizabeth's father sends her to London to stay with relatives.Fitzwilliam Darcy has fled Netherfield and its enchanting neighbour and is hoping to hide away in town until his heart is no longer in danger of being...

Originally published in 1949, the unusual plot takes the Darcys into the realm of the Gothic—perfect for fans of Death Comes to Pemberley.Mr. Darcy must appoint a new rector at Pemberley, which affords the author the opportunity to introduce a host of new characters to mingle with the beloved and familiar ones of Jane Austen.A delightfully witty plot, full of surprises:"Who could have foretold that Dr. Robinson, who had done nothing of note in all his lifet...

The combination of a deadly blaze and a garnet cross have ensured that ever since he was a boy, Fitzwilliam Darcy's future is promised to an unknown lady. With danger looming from a suspected spy, and with murder close at hand, will Mr. Darcy cross paths with Elizabeth Bennet and win her affections?Mr. Darcy's journey to overcome his pride and find eternal love in Pride and Prejudice takes on a mysterious twist. This sexy what-if story, told from Darcy's viewpoint, explores the dem...