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June 2, 2025
News about The Guardians of Pemberley

Reynolds: The Guardians of Pemberley
Yes, The Guardians of Pemberley, Book 3 of Fitzwilliam Darcy, Mage, is still coming out in September, and it’ll be full of romance, excitement, and magic!
It’s not going to be quite what I expected, though. In a good way! And it’s all my editor’s fault.
Here’s a dialogue of what happened with my editor, translated into what we really wanted to say rather than the polite interchange it was:
Editor: Abigail, you need to make some major changes. [outlines change...
Early sneak peek of “Threatened By Turns”
One of my favorite kinds of Jane Austen variations is when we have a story that follows all or part of the plot of the original story, except that there is something going on in the background that changes everything. From stories in which Elizabeth and Darcy are secretly married before they meet at the Meryton Assembly—giving Darcy’s initial insult all new meaning!—or stories in which Elizabeth is secretly wealthy or well-connected, these kinds of stories always intrigue me.
In my current WIP, ...
May 30, 2025
Shadows of the Past is AVAILABLE
Good Morning to Everyone!
The blog schedule has been full this week, so I am late posting about my new release. Shadows of the Past came out last Sunday, and if you subscribe to my newsletter, you know my mom had a full hip replacement this week, which is why I dropped the novel a full two weeks early. My mom is doing well, thankfully, and recovering.
Here’s the blurb:
May 29, 2025
Giveaway Winners for Seasons of Waiting
Hi, All!
I’m finally back with a list of giveaway winners! Because so many of you requested paperbacks, I decided to give away three paperbacks, three US codes, and one UK code (only because there was just one of you who listed a UK code preference; if others wanted a UK code, let me know in the comments, and I can draw for two more of those!)
Drum roll, please…
Paperback winners: Betty Madden, Jeannette, and Sharon!
US Audible Code Winners: PatriciaH, Sheila L. Majczan, Jan!
UK Audible Code W...
May 28, 2025
A Sneak Peek: The Unexpected Heir
Hi there! I am working on final edits on this, but I wanted to give everyone a heads up that it’s coming. I am hoping before July, but of course, that depends upon the schedule of others as well as my own. This is strictly Regency, but is also a fantasy with bits of different magical lores included as well as some Arthurian legend. I’m excited for you to read it. It has gone through edits, but has not yet been proofread. Forgive me any typos!
So, without further ado….
Prologue
21 December 1791...
P&P Prelude to Pemberley: Georgiana meets Wickham in Ramsgate
A Taste of FreedomWelcome to our Pride & Prejudice prequel! P&P: Prelude to Pemberley tells the story of the time leading up to the events of Pride & Prejudice, including what Darcy and Elizabeth were doing and thinking, Georgiana Darcy’s story, the events of Ramsgate, how Mr. Bingley came to lease Netherfield, and much more! Join us on our journey as the Austen Variations authors post the events of 1811 in real time on the date they happened – 214 years in the future.
It was just a stroll dow...
May 26, 2025
Planned in the Cradle: Darcy and Anne
“What a fine pair they are,” said Lady Catherine de Bourgh, tilting her dark, lace-capped head sentimentally to the side, for effect. “Surely no finer children were ever seen in England.”
“You are right, I believe,” her sister Lady Anne Darcy answered placidly. “My little Darcy is remarkably strong and intelligent, and twice little Anne’s size.”
“Quite fitting, as he is a boy,” said Lady Catherine, her eyes darting from one to the other. “Have you thought of their futures, Anne?”
“Their futures...
May 25, 2025
Surprise Sneak Peak: In the Works
I have a surprise for you!! I’m working on my final edits for a new Regency Pride and Prejudice variation and I think you’re going to love it! It won’t be long now, and I can’t wait to share the news! Keep a lookout for it. It’s coming very soon!
Meanwhile, I wanted to share a little excerpt to give you an idea of what’s in store.
Let me know what you think!
Lambton, 1811
Having been informed by the coachman that Miss Bennet and her relatives were staying at the Inn in Lambton, Darcy set ...
May 22, 2025
Dancing with Dragons–Now on Amazon
Find Dancing with Dragons on Amazon, for purchase and on Kindle Unlimited.

The defining moment of Margaret Dashwood’s social life, the Dragon Keeper’s Cotillion, the most significant event of Blue Order society, looms large on the horizon. Well-recognized as an excellent dancer, Margaret should have nothing to fear. Unless, of course, her Friend Snuff unleashes his own brand of mayhem in London with his hoarding addiction.
But Snuff is the least of the Blue Order’s problems. Blue Order auditor, de...
May 20, 2025
P&P Prelude to Pemberley: Caroline Bingley Decides
Caroline Bingley DecidesWelcome to our Pride & Prejudice prequel! P&P: Prelude to Pemberley tells the story of the time leading up to the events of Pride & Prejudice, including what Darcy and Elizabeth were doing and thinking, Georgiana Darcy’s story, the events of Ramsgate, how Mr. Bingley came to lease Netherfield, and much more! Join us on our journey as the Austen Variations authors post the events of 1811 in real time on the date they happened – 214 years in the future.
May 21, 1811
Car...