It's Not Jane Austen, But It's Really Good

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal on a Christmas collection of short stories from 7 authors:

All Things Merry and Bright: A Very Special Christmas Tale Collection

36 reviews: 83% 5-stars & 6% 4-stars

[Chelsea]

J. W. wrote: "Freebie from Tessa Dare and her Spindle Cove series. I love this series. This book [1.5] was added to the 5 in the series.

Once Upon a Winter's Eve

255 Reviews: 43% 5-stars & 33%..."

Thank you for sharing this. I have really liked the couple of Tessa Dare books I have read so far including one from this series. I have been meaning to read more from the Spindle Cove Series, I just haven't gotten to it yet.

[J. W.]

I have read most of the Spindle Cove books but haven't the last few. I loved those girls. Bless their hearts. It was a cute series. I must have gotten them from the library as I don't have reviews written. Since this was free, I thought... hey, why not. I've read others from Tessa Dare and love her writing. I am hoping to build up my eBook library. However, I will wait for deals.

[Teresa]

J W you're a treasure. So many freebies that no one would have known about. Definitely a shoe in for one of Santa's elves:-)

[J. W.]

Thanks, Teresa, but don't blow my cover. I was hoping my pointy shoes wouldn't give me away.

[Lenora]

J. W. wrote: "Thanks, Teresa, but don't blow my cover. I was hoping my pointy shoes wouldn't give me away."

JW it wasn't the pointy shoes I noticed it was the green outfit because you looked so cute!

[J. W.]

Wasn't it cute?

[Elin]

Jumped on the Scott on the rocks, a bit reflection-heavy for my taste but funny at times and I thought the build-up of sexual tension was brilliantly done. Ended up on an average 3 though as the reflections sent me on a speed-reading frenzy, lol.

[J. W.]

I've tucked them away, for now, Elin. I love anything Scottish. However, I have such a reading list already, I'm mostly reading favorites right now. I did receive an ARC so feel I need to read that.

[Elin]

Yeah, ARC's have to be prioritised. I am just looking for something that will hold my attention in an iron grip without too much angst. Thought a non-jaff might do the trick... Well, on to my TBR, must be something engaging in there some where ;)

[J. W.]

I saw that this was on sale. I don't know anything about it. It is a Regency Christmas 2-novella deal.

Holly & Mistletoe: A Hiatt Regency Classic Christmas Duet

75 Reviews: 51% 5-stars & 28% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Freebie: Book 1/4 in the Duke's Daughters series:

A Rogue for a Lady

114 Reviews: 62% 5-stars & 30% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Freebie: Historical Romance: 1/7 in the Highlander Vows series.

When A Laird Loves A Lady

271 Reviews: 69% 5-stars & 21% 4-stars

I may have posted this before.

[Patricia]

the bookshop of yesterday's by Amy Meyerson

wow. no word s

[Marlene]

J. W. wrote: "I saw that this was on sale. I don't know anything about it. It is a Regency Christmas 2-novella deal.

Holly & Mistletoe: A Hiatt Regency Classic Christmas Duet."

I just recently read Gabriella, book one in this series. I really enjoyed it! Thanks, J.W., I'm going to pick this up.

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal from Victoria Connelly: ran across this and it sounded interesting:

The Heart of the Garden

55 reviews: 62% 5-stars & 22% 4-stars

[J. W.]

This is a collection of Four Sweet Victorian Christmas Novellas for $0.99.

Noble Holidays: Four Sweet Victorian Christmas Novellas

38 Reviews: 60% 5-stars & 32% 4-stars

[Anji]

Austeneque author Jennifer Joy also writes a great series of non-Austenesque cozy mysteries under the banner Murder on the Equator, as I guess you may know. She's just released the fifth in that series Chocolate Cherry Cheater: A Jessica James Cozy Mystery and to celebrate, the first in the series Cabs, Cakes, and Corpses is FREE and the second Rum Raisin Revenge is on sale at $0.99, both on the Kindle store.

If you've not read any of them yet, give them a try!

[Teresa]

Thanks for the heads up Anji.

[J. W.]

Freebie from Jill Barnett: I may regret this... paranormal Regency:

Bewitching

367 Reviews: 67% 5-stars & 18% 4-stars

One, in particular, was not very nice. So, buyer beware.

[J. W.]

If your children are building their library or you just want to add to your own... $2.99

The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

No need for reviews on that one.

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal on book 2 in the Everton Domestic Society series.

A Lady's Escape

38 reviews: 76% 5-stars & 19% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal: book 5 in the Hamilton Sisters Series:

His By Christmas

24 reviews: 67% 5-stars & 21% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Although this came out in September... this is the perfect gift for those Poldark fans: Books 1-3 all in one place for $9.99.

The Poldark Saga: Books 1 - 3

There are no reviews for the box-set

[SOS]

One of these actually is Austen, but I’m not sure where to post this but here. If it’s not the right place, moderator, please relocate it.

Free audio books from Apple. Public domain books narrated by celebrities, including P&P. Don’t know how long they’ll remain free, so don’t delay in getting them, if you’re interested.

All six of the books are available for download through the Audiobooks section of the Apple Books app on the iPhone and iPad. You can also get them through the audiobooks section of the iTunes Store on the Mac, where they're listed as a featured download option.

The titles are all in the public domain, but are unique because of their celebrity narrations. A list of available titles is below:

Pride and Prejudice, written by Jane Austen and narrated by actress Kate Beckinsale

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, written by L. Frank Baum and narrated by comedian Tituss Burgess

The Secret Garden, written by Frances Hodgson Burnett and narrated by actress Karen Gillian

The Time Machine, written by H.G. Wells and narrated by actor Kelsey Grammer

Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley and narrated by podcaster Aaron Mahnke

Winnie the Pooh, narrated by the Disney Book Group

Enjoy!

[J. W.]

Little Women: 150th Anniversary Edition: $2.99

Little Women: 150th Anniversary Edition

[J. W.]

Countdown deal only 4 days 8 hours left: $0.99

To Kiss a Governess

9 reviews: 67% 5-stars & 22% 4-stars

[Marlene]

SS wrote: "Free audio books from Apple. Public domain books narrate..."

Thanks! I'll pass that on to a friend. :-)

[J. W.]

Freebie Reminder: for those [like me] receiving gift cards for Christmas.

Crimes of the Brothers

284 reviews: 61% 5-stars & 23% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$0.99: OK, don't shoot the messenger. I don't read this type of book but know many of my GR friends do.

The Guilty Wife

353 Reviews: 47% 5-stars & 22% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$1.99 deal on a story that hints of Austen and a magical England.

Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell

the edition shown isn't the one published June 5, 2010, but was the same cover. So shop carefully.

1,769 Reviews: 54% 5-stars & 17% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal:

The Promise

81 reviews: 69% 5-stars & 19% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$0.99: 5 days, 10 hours left on this sweet Tudor Romance:

Lord Hawkridge Rescues a Maiden: A Sweet Tudor Romance

Only 2 reviews: 5-stars and 4-stars: too soon to tell.

[J. W.]

Freebie: A Sweet and Clean Regency Romance:

Taming a Wild Earl

14 reviews: 64% 5-stars & 36% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Freebie: Book 0 of 4 in the Stolen Brides series:

His Stolen Bride

263 reviews: 73% 5-stars & 22% 4-stars

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal on a Bree Wolf box-set: Books 5-8 in the 'Love's Second Chance Series':

Love's Second Chance Series Box Set Two: Books Five to Eight

32 Reviews: 91% 5-stars & 9% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Freebie: Historical Romance: Book 1 of 3 in the Douglas Legacy Series:

Captured by a Laird

300 reviews: 65% 5-stars & 23% 4-stars

I couldn't help myself. My family [clan] plaid is featured on the cover. I mean... how could I resist?

[J. W.]

$0.99 deal: Historical Romance and just in time for the twelfth night celebrations.

Twelfth Night with the Earl

38 reviews: 45% 5-stars & 45% 4-stars

[J. W.]

Freebie: Book 1 in the 12 Dukes of Christmas Series: There are only 3 printed at this time with 4 set up for 2019 pre-order. It is supposed to be funny.

Once Upon a Duke

107 Reviews: 51% at 5-stars & 39% at 4-stars