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Hats Written by Mosylu. Lydia's priorities continue to run to fun and shopping, even after her marriage to the relatively poor Mr. Wickham and even when her mother is ill. ~P&P~ Last update 06/26/2000

Somewhere, Somehow Written by Elli. Fitzwilliam Darcy's ancestor, Philip Edward, finds his arranged marriage unfulfilling and tries to find solace elsewhere. His equally unfulfilled wife does the same. ~P&P~ Last update 06/24/2000

The Amber Sun Written by Jimmy. Mr. Knightley questions his fate after the harvest is in, and fate answers. ~Em~ Last update 06/17/2000

The Children of Mansfield Written by Sania. A sequel to Sania's "Susan. The continuing story of all the children of Mansfield now all grown up. ~MP~ Last update 06/14/2000

Susan Written by Sania. Susan Price takes her sister Fanny's place at Mansfield Park, and the Mr. Edmund Bertrams find themselves expecting a little addition to their family party. ~MP~ Last update 06/12/2000

Harriet's Education Written by Jen Smith. Harriet Smith leaves Mrs. Goddard's after the completion of her education and goes to spend the summer with the Martins. ~Em~ Last update 06/10/2000

A Crazy Night's Revels Written by Marsha. A view into the lives of some of Austen's less-than-stellar pairings, and the odd turns that fate can follow. ~Misc~ Last update 06/09/2000

A Blissful Marriage Written by Meghan. The wedding day finally arrives as the Misses Bennet become Mrs. Bingley and Mrs. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 06/06/2000

The Nightingale Written by Jane GS. Mr. Darcy arrives at Rosings to find the new Mrs. Collins is none other than Elizabeth Bennet. He knows that if he had not been so arrogant in Hertfordshire, she might not be in such a situation. ~P&P~ Last update 06/03/2000

Persuaded By Love Written by Evangeline. Captain Wentworth, the second son of a baronet, returns from the sea to marry his fiancee, Louisa Musgrove, but finds himself growing interested in Louisa's maid, Anne. ~Per~ Last update 05/24/2000

An Ambitious And Mercenary Connection Written by Coleen V. After pressure from Sir Thomas, Fanny Price relents and agrees to marry Mr. Crawford. ~MP~ Last update 05/19/2000

The Murderer's Bible Written by Kathlyn. John "Blevins" Barrow, first seen in Michelle V's "Favors Returned", continues his career as an agent of inquiry. Tim Scoggins and the Shaklefords also appear. ~P&P~ Last update 05/19/2000

God Has Been Very Good To Us Written by Teg. The night of her daughters' wedding Mrs. Bennet rejoices in having disposed of two more of her girls, while planning her strategy for the future. ~P&P~ Last update 05/09/2000

Letters of Affection Written by Meghan and Jen Marie. After their marriages, Mrs. Darcy and Mrs. Bingley exchange letters, and will meet again at Christmas. ~P&P~ Last update 05/01/2000

The Announcement (A Poem) Written by Lee. Bingley and Darcy prepare to break the news of Darcy's engagement to Elizabeth, and prepare to duck from the breaking vases. ~P&P~ Last update 04/28/2000

Mary's Mindful Musings Written by Teg. Mary plans out her method of assistance to all her family, seeking to help them with the depth of her knowledge, when Lydia runs away. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2000

The Netherfield Mask Ball Written by Melissa. Hiding behind masks allows a greater openness at the Netherfield Masquerade Ball, and more than one couple is able to take advantage of it and come to an understanding much earlier than in Pride and Prejudice. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2000

Amnesia & Alienation Written by Carmen M. Hours after Elizabeth's Hunsford refusal, Darcy is injured in a riding accident and suffers from amnesia. ~P&P~ Last update 04/24/2000

Beauty And Folly Written by Kara. When Mrs. Bennet dies, Mr. Bennet deals with his guilt over how he had treated her. ~P&P~ Last update 04/24/2000

A Worthy Opponent Written by Bill. As a boy, Darcy studies chess and learns to master it. Later, while she is staying at Netherfield and waiting for Jane's recovery, Elizabeth gets into a chess match with Bingley, then maneuvers Darcy into a game. Rematches follow, including a tournament at Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 04/22/2000

Sometimes A Great Notion Written by Judy-Lynne. Elizabeth sends Jane off to London to mend her broken heart and later joins her there. A friend of Elizabeth's, Olivia Crenshaw, decides it's time to help Jane and Bingley along, and notices something going on between Darcy and Elizabeth. ~P&P~ Last update 04/18/2000

Limericks Written by Ellen M. Darcy makes a mess of things with his first proposal, and worries that his letter would make things worse. ~P&P~ Last update 04/14/2000

A Northanger Abbey Twist Written by Janice P. On her way home, Catherine Morland's carriage overturns, and Henry Tilney is there to lend assistance. ~NA~ Last update 04/10/2000

A New Chapter Begins Written by Teg. Mr. Bennet begins life without his two eldest daughters, feeling both their joy and his loss. ~P&P~ Last update 04/08/2000

Roses In The Snow Written by Emma Elizabeth Anne. Two children are born on a cold winter's night in Lambton, one is the heir of Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy, and the other is the daughter of a poor laborer. ~P&P~ Last update 04/08/2000

Your Shadow To Guide Me Written by Jessica Noelle. Colonel Brandon gets a second chance to win Marianne Dashwood's love after she recovers from her illness at Cleveland. ~S&S~ Last update 04/02/2000

Some Pride and Prejudice Nursery Rhymes Written by Selene. Nursery rhymes provide the inspiration for poems about Lydia, Kitty, and Mary Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 03/27/2000

Letter Not Required Written by Melissa. Elizabeth and Darcy meet the day after his Hunsford proposal, and he offers her his explanation in person, instead of by letter. ~P&P~ Last update 03/19/2000

Nichts Ist Schwer Written by Jennifer. Anne Elliot is well aware of her family's lack of sense, and this is brought home when a sailor named Wentworth enters their social circle. ~Per~ Last update 03/17/2000

Mystery of Fortress Pemberley's Sword Written by Zeb. When Thomas Bingley and his wife leave for the Continent, he leaves his three young children, Charles, Louisa and Caroline, with his good friend, George Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 02/21/2000

Sacrifices For Love (Formerly Untitled) Written by Mandy. Elizabeth receives a post from Longbourn with news that her mother has passed on. In addition to the sadness, Mrs. Darcy also feels guilt. ~P&P~ Last update 02/16/2000

Lust Suffers Not At All and Is Instantly Gratified Written by Susan K and Laura Louise. When Anne Elliot and Frederick Wentworth meet again after eight and a half years, it takes them only a moment to return to their earlier understanding. ~Per~ Last update 02/14/2000

All The Comfort Of Their Family Party Written by Tracy. The new Mrs. Darcy is the subject of a great deal of curiosity and gossip. ~P&P~ Last update 01/31/2000

The Other Side Of Pride and Prejudice Written by Leareth. The story of Pride and Prejudice from the gentlemen's perspective. ~P&P~ Last update 01/31/2000

Nothing To Lose Written by Déa. After Mr. Bennet dies, Mrs. Bennet forgets about her husband's wish that her stepdaughters, Elizabeth and Jane, be treated fairly. ~P&P~ Last update 01/29/2000

The Girl Can't Help It Written by Judy-Lynne. Darcy is enlisted to help a distant family member control her wild daughter. On the way to help, Darcy is stuck in a carriage for two days with Mrs. Lydia Wickham, who takes a fancy to her brother-in-law. ~P&P~ Last update 01/29/2000

What Will Lady Catherine Say? Written by Josie. Mr. Collins is all a-tizzy when he prepared to propose to Elizabeth. He carefully wrote out and memorized his proposal, hoping Lady Catherine would find it acceptable. But what will that great lady think when he returns without a wife? ~P&P~ Last update 01/29/2000

The Letter Written by Ellen M. Elizabeth and Darcy cope with the emotional aftermath of his Hunsford proposal and his letter of explanation to her. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2000

The Man Within Written by CecilySpring. After having his eyes open by Elizabeth's refusal at Hunsford, Darcy begins to take more notice the people around him and learns to be more compassionate to others. ~P&P~ Last update 01/17/2000

Henry's Diary Written by Norma. Henry Crawford keeps a journal while he is at Mansfield Park, telling of his hopes, wishes, and desires. ~MP~ Last update 01/16/2000

Pride and Prejudice Upside Down Written by Ali. A young lady of large fortune takes Netherfield's lease, setting Mrs. Darcy to hoping that one of her boys will catch the lady's eye. ~P&P~ Last update 01/16/2000

Secrets And Surprises Written by Gabby and Nicole. This is the sequel to "Determined to Love" and "Blind Luck". Kitty Bennet learns to become less silly, but still longs for adventure. Fortunately, a ball at Pemberley gives her an opportunity to fulfil her dream. ~P&P~ Last update 01/16/2000

Alternative Outcome to the Hunsford Proposal Written by Maxine Wagner. First Elizabeth erupts in laughter, then a serious discussion ensues after Mr. Darcy breaks down and proposes to Elizabeth at Hunsford.. ~P&P~ Last update 01/11/2000

A Different Start Written by Lise. Bingley arrives at Netherfield while Elizabeth is away visiting the Gardiners. After sizing up the local population, Darcy finds no one in Hertfordshire worth his time. ~P&P~ Last update 01/09/2000

A Man Of Exceptional Character Written by Jimmy. Miss Taylor has been a valuable friend to Emma Woodhouse, but when Mr. Weston begins to notice her, perhaps she has another destiny, apart from that as a governess. ~Em~ Last update 01/09/2000

Connubial Felicity Written by Nicole. After settling into life at Pemberley, Elizabeth begins to plan for a ball. When Caroline arrives, she has plans of her own. ~P&P~ Last update 01/09/2000

Introducing Puck Written by Shemmelle. After Lydia gets married, Kitty has no one to follow around and must find herself instead. ~P&P~ Last update 01/05/2000

Wickham's Awakening Written by Melissa G. Wickham is determined to stop Darcy from marrying Elizabeth and believes that running off with Lydia is the way to do it. ~P&P~ Last update 01/05/2000

The White Heart Written by Ann Haker. Eight years after the first time, Frederick Wentworth, with uncertainty and trepedation, prepares to declare his love to Anne Elliot. ~Per~ Last update 01/03/2000

Merry Christmas, Mary Written by Bethany. A sequel to "The Beauty Within". Mary (nee Bennet) and Elliot Heighton invite their family to Christmas. Mrs. Bennet spends much of the time instructing her expectant daughter on how to be a good mother. ~P&P~ Last update 12/27/1999

A Very Merry Christmas Written by Tanisha. With their first Christmas together as well as their first wedding anniversary approaching, Darcy finds himself called away from Elizabeth on business. ~P&P~ Last update 12/22/1999

The Honorable Thing To Do Written by Megan G. Mr. Thorpe surprises Catherine Morland with a public proposal, which she is incapable of refusing. Henry Tilney figures out a way to make Catherine his own. ~NA~ Last update 12/22/1999

Marianne's Christmas Carol Written by Caitrin. On Christmas Eve, a series of ghosts come to Marianne Dashwood and help to show her what lies within her own heart. ~S&S~ Last update 12/20/1999

Mrs. Reynolds' Rap Written by Maria V. Mrs. Reynolds sings and busts a rhyme about the people dearest to her. ~P&P~ Last update 12/17/1999

Pride's Great Price Written by Christine. After a sleepness night of letter writing and contemplation, Darcy decides to burn the letter he had written to Elizabeth after her refusal at Hunsford. ~P&P~ Last update 12/14/1999

Secrets of Longbourn Written by Kara. Elizabeth Collins is the eldest of the Collins children, all of them girls. That is until Charlotte gives birth to a son. ~P&P~ Last update 12/14/1999

Determined To Love Written by Gabby and Nicole. A sequel to "Blind Luck". After Sir John Preston is passed over by Miss Darcy, he decides that Anne de Bourgh has potential-if she is removed from her mother. ~P&P~ Last update 12/12/1999

Becoming a Romantic Written by Jen F. An old friend of Caroline Bingley, witnessing her grief over Darcy's marriage, tells her of his own love for her. Though she does not love him, she agrees to a marriage. ~P&P~ Last update 12/11/1999

The Greatest Gift Written by Jeannette. After Lydia's disgrace, Mrs. Gardiner invites Jane and Elizabeth to London, where they soon meet with Georgiana and Bingley. ~P&P~ Last update 12/08/1999

Just Good Friends Written by Marks. Mr. Darcy knows that Elizabeth is beneath him and hopes that they can remain friends, but she learns of his role in separating Bingley from her sister. ~P&P~ Last update 12/04/1999

Old Kellynch Hall Written by Toni T. Flora must find herself a new place to live after the death of her parents. After applying to relatives in the countryside, she decides to take up the offer from Sir Walter Elliot. This is a cross between "Cold Comfort Farm" and "Persuasion". ~Per~ Last update 12/02/1999

Through Edward's Eyes Written by Leah. Edward Ferrars finds himself entangled with Lucy Steele, and then keeps their relationship a secret for years. ~S&S~ Last update 12/02/1999

The Shades of Pemberley Written by Maurgerite B. A poem on the eternal happiness of Fitzwilliam Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/1999

The Trellis Awaits, My Love Written by Teg. Mr. Darcy can no longer bear to be apart from Elizabeth and decides to steal her away in the middle of the night, but makes one rather large error. ~P&P~ Last update 11/22/1999

A Letter For My Beloved Written by Betsy D. After fifty-three years of marriage, Elizabeth Darcy faces the fact that her husband's health is declining, while he wants to make sure he keeps one last promise to his wifew. ~P&P~ Last update 11/18/1999

A Helping Hand Written by Flo. After Darcy tells her of the disasterous Hunsford proposal, Lady Megan Carter decides to help her friend find happiness with Miss Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 11/09/1999

When Darcy Got His Lizzy Written by Cecilia Anne. A series of poems on Pride and Prejudice. ~P&P~ Last update 11/09/1999

Elizabeth's Monologue After Darcy's Hunsford Proposal Written by Kimmie. Elizabeth gives vent to her angry feelings after Darcy condecended to ask her to marry him at Hunsford. ~P&P~ Last update 11/05/1999

By Trial and Error Written by Michele V. John Barrow, professional problem solver, renews his friendship with Bingley and Darcy shortly after all three of the men marry--in this sequel to "Favors Returned". ~P&P~ Last update 10/30/1999

Revenge and Redemption Written by J.L. Duncan and Connor MacLeod, both Immortals, team up with Darcy and Colonel Fitzwilliam to find George Wickham and Lydia. The MacLeods become involved because Wickham is more than what he appears. ~P&P~ Last update 10/30/1999

An Epistolary Sequel to Emma Written by Cassi. The ladies of Emma exchange letters after their marriages. ~Em~ Last update 10/28/1999

Folly and Pride Written by JenDale. Two cousins, Thomas Bennet and Sir Lewis DeBourgh, both make foolish marriages. The first marrying for what he thought was love, and the second marrying for money. ~P&P~ Last update 10/22/1999

Forgiveness Written by Jeannette. Before Elizabeth Bennet can read her letters from Jane in Lambton, she and Darcy begin to reach a better understanding. But someone is unwilling to see the two find happiness and will go to extremes to see that they are kept apart. ~P&P~ Last update 10/22/1999

Prudence and Imprudence Written by Lynn O. While at Hunsford visiting Charlotte, Elizabeth receives word that her father is gravely ill. Elizabeth is determined to return home as soon as possible, and is aware of the difficulties her family will suffer should Mr. Bennet die. ~P&P~ Last update 10/22/1999

The Longbourn Murders Written by Lise. After the death of Mr. Bennet, while the family is grieving and Mr. Collins is set to turn them out into the hedgerows, Mr. Wickham goes missing. ~P&P~ Last update 10/20/1999

My First Story Written by Louise. Jane and Lizzy hide in the orchard when Mrs. Bennet comes looking for them. ~P&P~ Last update 10/16/1999

Human Nature Written by Caroline. Jane and Elizabeth Bennet have a philisophical debate about what the world would be like if there were no laws. ~P&P~ Last update 10/12/1999

Life After Darcy Written by Joanna. Caroline Bingley hopes that Mrs. Darcy is a social disaster. When Elizabeth is a success, Caroline decides to move on. ~P&P~ Last update 10/10/1999

Currently Untitled Written by Arcadia Rannaldini. When Darcy's preference for Elizabeth Bennet becomes evident, Caroline Bingley will do anything to capture him. ~P&P~ Last update 10/06/1999

How Not To...(Some Silliness) Written by Lise. Caroline Bingeley tells her own story in her own words, from childhood to Fitzwilliam Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 10/06/1999

Mr Darcy's Thoughts Written by Marsha. A poem on what he might have been thinking before their meeting at Pemberley, when he thought it hopeless. ~P&P~ Last update 09/28/1999

Wickham's Last Attempt Written by Melissa. Wickham, suspecting the truth of the feelings of Darcy and Elizabeth, tries to stir up discord by telling Elizabeth that Darcy has wed Anne De Bourgh. ~P&P~ Last update 09/28/1999

Love Suffers Long And Is Kind Written by Susan K and Laura Louise. James Benwick does not offer for Louisa Musgrove after her accident at Lyme, and Frederick Wentworth is left in a very difficult position. ~Per~ Last update 09/27/1999

Strawberries and Champagne Written by Mags. After twenty-five years of marriage Henry and Catherine Tilney still maintain the passions of their youth. ~NA~ Last update 09/26/1999

Clandestine Correspondence Written by Mags. After General Tilney sends Catherine Morland packing, she and her fiancé, Henry, exchange letters. ~NA~ Last update 09/24/1999

Renewed Acquaintances Written by Emma Elizabeth Anne . Mr. Darcy proposes to Elizabeth on their first night at Rosings, and in the aftermath, they discover a shared history. ~P&P~ Last update 09/24/1999

Perspectives: Lizzy's Wedding Day Written by Marsha. Elizabeth, Jane, Darcy, and Bingley deal with sleeplessness and nervousness on the morning of their wedding. ~P&P~ Last update 09/22/1999

The Path To Pemberley Written by Maria L. A sequel to "Lambton Crossroads". Elizabeth and Darcy return to Longbourn and announce their engagement. ~P&P~ Last update 09/22/1999

The Truth of Lydia Written by John. Lydia gets involved in various intrigues and may not be the bubble head everyone thinks she is. ~P&P~ Last update 09/22/1999

Kaleidoscope Written by Multiple Authors. Mrs. Forster and others share their observations of the goings on at the Netherfield Ball. ~P&P~ Last update 09/16/1999

Roger's Story Written by Erin A. After Mr. Darcy's surprise meeting of Elizabeth at Pemberley the rumors spread like wildfire through the house. ~P&P~ Last update 09/16/1999

The Diary of Augusta Markham Written by Cecilia Anne. Miss Markham keeps a diary of the comings and goings of the people around her. ~P&P~ Last update 09/16/1999

Beauty Within Written by Bethany. Mary Bennet's secret passion comes to the for when she visits her sister at Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 09/14/1999

Lambton Crossroads Written by Maria L. Darcy corrects Elizabeth's impression of him prior to the news of Lydia reaching her, and she agrees to marry him. When the news finally comes, she breaks with him and returns home. ~P&P~ Last update 09/08/1999

Pride and Prejudice and Arrogance Written by Judy Ann. At the Meryton Assembly and after Darcy and Elizabeth meet unexpectedly at Pemberley, the feelings of the the two are explored. ~P&P~ Last update 09/08/1999

A Small Favor Written by Jeannette. Elizabeth asks Mr. Darcy's help in turning Mr. Collins' eye from herself to her sister Mary. In return, Darcy also asks a favor. ~P&P~ Last update 09/02/1999

Dream a Little Dream Written by Eva. After the disasterous proposal by Darcy, a dream takes Elizabeth on a strange journey. ~P&P~ Last update 09/02/1999

Separation Written by Tamsin. After rescuing Lydia, Darcy writes to Elizabeth proposing marriage again, but tragic circumstances prevent him from receiving her reply. ~P&P~ Last update 09/02/1999

The Adventures and Misfortunes of Matilda Brumhurst Written by Josephine. After her sister meets an unfortunate end, Lauren Brumhurst muddles on and forward and heads to Hertfordshire. ~P&P~ Last update 09/02/1999

Wickham and Wickedness Written by Carrie G. Wickham lets old Mr. Darcy know of his son's dissolute behaviour while Fitzwilliam Darcy is away at school. ~P&P~ Last update 09/02/1999

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