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A Reputation for Accomplishment Written by Nisha. Dot Emma rues the day she ever mentioned asking Mr. Knightley to teach her Chinese. ~Em~ Last update 02/23/2010

So Much the More Enchanting Written by Nisha. Dot Emma doesn't renew the conversation to find out just why Mr. Knightley envies Frank. ~Em~ Last update 02/23/2010

Nothing More Natural Written by Nisha. Dot Emma has danced with Mr. Knightley countless times before - but there's something different this time. ~Em~ Last update 02/22/2010

Sense and Sensibility Written by Nisha. Dot Married life is not quite what Emma had hoped it would be. ~Em~ Last update 02/22/2010

Connections Redux Written by Harvey S. Dot A rewrite of Connections by Sharni with the author's own ideas interjected. Mr. Bennet is shaken by the untimely deaths of his siblings, and later his first wife. His response to these tragedies, his much happier second marriage, and the family connections resulting from it, drastically alter the trajectories of his daughters' lives. ~P&P~ Last update 02/20/2010

Darcy Changes Tactics Written by Denver. Dot At Hunsford, Darcy changes his actions. Will happiness result or is Elizabeth gone forever? ~P&P~ Last update 02/15/2010

Georgiana Darcy, or Tenderness Written by C. Rose. Georgiana Darcy comes of age. ~P&P~ Last update 02/15/2010

A Quiet Life Written by Allison OM. Dot Lizzy is left a widow and an old friend brings her sister to console her. ~P&P~ Last update 02/04/2010

Repeating History Written by Monique. Dot A most seriously displeased lady reflects on a horrible year and wonders what went wrong. ~P&P~ Last update 02/03/2010

The Bennets of Longbourn Written by Julia C. Dot A historical article chronicles the lives of the final generations of the Bennet family of Longbourn, in Hertfordshire. ~P&P~ Last update 01/19/2010

While He Was Sleeping Written by LauraS. Dot While exploring the countryside near Rosings Park, Elizabeth witnesses an unfortunate accident, the likes of which will complicate her life in more ways that she could have ever imagined. She finds herself changing her opinion of the last man on earth she could ever be prevailed upon to marry while his family presumes she is engaged to another. A Pride and Prejudice twist inspired by While You Were Sleeping. ~P&P~ Last update 01/19/2010

An Unforgiving Temper Written by Gail H. Dot Darcy's discovery of Wickham in Ramsgate ends with an explosive conflict that will change their lives forever. Implacable resentment and a rapacious thirst for revenge lead to blackmail, kidnapping, illegal duels, scandal, and perhaps even a wedding! ~P&P~ Last update 12/22/2009

No More Tears Written by Linnea Eileen. Dot Darcy's past hardships alter his views of love and marriage so much that he makes choices none who knew him would have anticipated. ~P&P~ Last update 12/15/2009

A Lady of Distinction Written by Tabbi W. Dot When two lovers meant to be together deny their feelings, can they overcome their pride before it's too late? ~P&P~ Last update 11/22/2009

Anne and the Gun Written by Lise. Dot After Anne Elliot breaks her engagement and Frederick Wentworth leaves the country in consequence, she starts regretting it and she decides to travel after him. She forces an accomplice to take her to Plymouth. ~Per~ Last update 11/13/2009

Estrangement Written by MollyB. A long buried skeleton in the Fitzwilliam and Bennet closet is uncovered, and possibly leads to the end of an estrangement between both families. ~P&P~ Last update 11/13/2009

The Tale of Uncle Jackrabbit Written by José. An accidental encounter on the way to Hunsford and some unexpected advice convince Darcy to reconsider his actions. ~P&P~ Last update 11/12/2009

Teatime with the Tilneys...and Mr Collins Written by Amanda S. Dot Henry and Catherine Tilney, as well as their numerous offspring, are visited by a brother clergyman who calls on all the reserves of their brotherly love... ~NA~ ~P&P~ Last update 11/10/2009

First Glimpse Written by Annette. Dot A surprise for Mrs. Knightley ~Em~ Last update 10/24/2009

With the Greatest of Expectations Written by Kristen V. More lies behind the family history of Bennet than meets the eye. When Fitzwilliam Darcy makes their acquaintance and feels himself drawn to the elusive Elizabeth, he finds that his desire for her is thwarted by the secrecy surrounding Longbourn estate. ~P&P~ Last update 10/06/2009

Caprice and Instability Written by ISara. Dot After the proposal at Hunsford, Elizabeth and Jane return to Longbourn. Due to a family crisis each face the prospect of becoming a governess, but not without an attempt by one of them to right a big wrong. ~P&P~ Last update 10/03/2009

Amelia Bennet Written by Natalie. L. Elizabeth and Darcy are drawn together by similar wrongs perpetrated against their families by the same man. Little do they know that he will once again conspire to ruin their happiness, can they still find a way to be together? ~P&P~ Last update 09/24/2009

Healing Hands Written by Cosima. With his wife, Anne, long dead, his daughter Maria used to be Fitzwilliam Darcy's pride and joy. Struck my a mysterious illness, Maria not only distances herself from her father but from life itself. Miss Elizabeth Bennet, a private nurse, must face both Mr. Darcy's reluctance to trust a female in the medical field and Maria's refusal to live. ~P&P~ Last update 09/04/2009

The Edge of the Grey Enigma Written by Cosima. Dot Companion to "Healing Hands". A more indepth look into the Bennet family. ~P&P~ Last update 09/04/2009

Georgiana's Tale Written by Tasha. Dot Georgiana Darcy tells her side of the story. ~P&P~ Last update 09/03/2009

Untimely Regrets Written by Samy. Dot A Persuasion What-If where Fredrick is told the last thing that he expected, leading to heartbreak and many regrets. ~Per~ Last update 09/03/2009

The Naked Truth Written by Sarah Hoyt. Dot "We shall have to be nudists, Mary." ~P&P~ Last update 08/23/2009

Pride, Prejudice and Prussians Written by Mari A. Mr. Bennet, who wants to marry off all his daughters as soon as possible, is more than excited when Mr. Bingley moves to Netherfield and brings his friend Herr Darcy from Berlin with him. ~P&P~ Last update 08/07/2009

They Know Enough Who Know How To Learn Written by KateM. Mr. Bennet has passed away and Lizzy has not read Darcy's letter. They enter into a marriage of convenience, Darcy most willingly and Lizzy not so much. ~P&P~ Last update 07/31/2009

Lilacs Written by Mary Ellen. Dot After Rosings, Darcy returns to Pemberley to forget Elizabeth, but memories of his mother make that impossible. ~P&P~ Last update 06/27/2009

Mare's Nest Written by Laura Louise . Hainsworth Hall is mortgaged, creditors are at the door, and her late husband's heir is anything but sympathetic. However, the new Sir Lionel is not only wealthy but unmarried--what better husband for Bernice? There is only one house in the area that Lady Judith can afford--a cottage in the village of Uppercross. She takes it, much to the chagrin of the new mistress of the Great House, Mary Elliot Musgrove. And this was only Judith's first mistake. ~Per~ Last update 06/26/2009

Kitty and Thorn Written by Abby. Sequel to 'Kitty'. Kitty Bennet has been Catherine Thornfield, Countess of Thrapsten, for one year and a party has been thrown in her honour. At it Thorn and his Kitten play matchmakers. ~P&P~ Last update 06/22/2009

A Mother's Favorite Wish Written by Linnea Eileen. Dot Marriage forces the Darcys to learn a thing or two more about pride and prejudices than they ever thought they needed to know. ~P&P~ Last update 05/29/2009

Another Day in May Written by gaylelynnm. Dot A companion to One Day in May, it is Mr. Darcy's turn to send Elizabeth scurrying around Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 05/25/2009

The Pendant Written by gaylelynnm. Dot Caroline's story in connection with Expectations by the same author. ~P&P~ Last update 05/25/2009

Connections Written by Sharni. After the death of his wife, Mr. Bennet realizes that he must take responsibility for his four young daughters. ~P&P~ Last update 05/12/2009

One Day In May Written by gaylelynnm. Dot Elizabeth sends Mr. Darcy on a scavenger hunt. ~P&P~ Last update 05/09/2009

A More Amiable Woman Written by Nikki N. Dot John Dashwood had married the amiable Charlotte Jennings, who encouraged him to keep his promise to his late father and be generous to his sisters. Later, in town, the Miss Dashwoods met Mrs Bertram and Mrs Crawford. ~S&S~ ~MP~ Last update 04/26/2009

Jane Written by Emma Sofia. Jane Fairfax is the heroine of Highbury Park and Emma is a minor character. ~Em~ Last update 04/13/2009

Three Servants Written by Annette. Dot On the day of her departure from Lambton, three servants muse about Elizabeth Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 04/13/2009

Dreams Such As These Written by Julia Ann. Elizabeth, her life drastically changed by a series of events, is forced to choose between what is considered right, and what she wants in life. ~P&P~ Last update 04/06/2009

Netherfield Park Is Let At Last Written by Rachael. Dot Netherfield Park, a neighbouring estate to Pemberley, is let at last by the Gardiner family. Soon, their eldest two nieces come to visit. ~P&P~ Last update 04/06/2009

Cousin Harry Written by Ulrike. The return of a highly eligible cousin from India as well as Mr Bingley moving into the neighbourhood make Mrs Bennet feel fairly confident that she will have two of her daughters safely married before the year is out. ~P&P~ Last update 04/05/2009

Miss Martin Written by HLeigh. We continue to have adventures in Highbury even after my last news of the marriages last autumn! Have you heard about Miss Martin? ~Em~ Last update 03/31/2009

The Musgroves Written by Emma Sofia. Dot What if Miss Austen had not written the story, which she called The Elliots, but instead picked up her pen to write The Musgroves? This story is an example of what could have been. ~Per~ Last update 03/31/2009

Please, Elizabeth! Written by Joanne. Dot Lizzy, in her innocence, misunderstands certain comments made by her fiancé during their engagement in this sequel to "Too Much" Information. ~P&P~ Last update 03/22/2009

The Benefits of Retrenching Written by Lise. Dot Even Lady Elliot could not prevent the debts from accumulating, but several Elliots find that retrenching has unexpected benefits. ~Per~ Last update 03/22/2009

Darcy's Rash Proposal Written by Ed S. Dot Darcy's thoughts, in verse, on the events at Hunsford ~P&P~ Last update 03/16/2009

The Cousin Written by Ali Bunis. When old Mr. Collins' wife dies before they can have a child, Mr. Collins takes his orphaned nephew under his wing and brings him up as his son, and the heir to Longbourn. His nephew is none other than George Wickham. Eventually, Mr. Wickham decides it's time to end the argument with the Bennet family, and he pays them a visit. ~P&P~ Last update 03/15/2009

Burnt Bridges Written by Marie A. Dot Seven years after a missed meeting with Elizabeth, Darcy sees a familiar face at a ball, and renews an acquaintance. But will it do him any good? ~P&P~ Last update 03/14/2009

Sir Walter Sends a Valentine Written by Laura Louise and Susan K. Dot It's Valentine's Day, and Captain Wentworth's courtship of Anne Elliot has come to a standstill. His friend, Admiral McGillvary, decides to put pen to paper. And that was only his first mistake. ~Per~ Last update 03/14/2009

Darcy, Upon Leaving Netherfield Written by Ed S. Dot In verse, Darcy's thoughts after the Netherfield Ball ~P&P~ Last update 03/08/2009

Four Evenings at Netherfield Written by Ed S. Dot Darcy's thoughts on the visits of the Bennets to Nethersfield. ~P&P~ Last update 03/08/2009

Mrs. Bennet's Thoughts Upon Hearing Of Elizabeth's Engagement To Darcy Written by Meredith. Dot When she is told of Elizabeth's engagement to Darcy, Mrs. Bennet is initially silent. Here is one idea of her thoughts at this time. ~P&P~ Last update 03/06/2009

The End is Where We Start From Written by Shemmelle. Dot The death of Elizabeth’s husband upends her world, and forces her to confront her past. In doing so, she has to come to terms with the fact that making amends with her estranged family might bring her back into the sphere of a man she thought she had long forgotten. ~P&P~ Last update 02/11/2009

An Officer and an Honest Man Written by José. Events in Hertfordshire, as told by Lt. Reginald Denny. ~P&P~ Last update 02/10/2009

The Little Particulars of the Circumstance Written by Susan Kaye. Dot When Frederick Wentworth goes to the Uppercross Cottage looking for Louisa and Henrietta, he finds himself alone with Anne Elliot, and the apothecary who declares a quarantine! This story combines a little bit of "Outbreak!" with a lot of "It Happened One Night." Happy ending included at no charge. ~Per~ Last update 02/09/2009

Can there be any other opinion on the subject? Written by Michelle Ann. After Caroline's belated visit in London, Jane experiences an epiphany and changes her outlook on life. If she meets up with Charles again, can she still love him? ~P&P~ Last update 02/06/2009

Duels of Every Sort Written by Sarah(Sammisan). Darcy and Bingley are good friends with Jane and Lizzy's elder brother John. Just how will having Longbourn's future secure and another one of those witty Bennets mixed in the fray effect the Hertfordshire atmosphere we all know and love? Chaos, comedy, and duels of every sort are sure to follow. ~P&P~ Last update 02/03/2009

"Too Much" Information Written by Joanne. Dot A demonstration of the 'great' influence Darcy has on Bingley. To paraphrase Willie Nelson, this is dedicated to all the girls Bingley has loved before. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2009

An Engaging Friendship Written by Amy J. Dot After growing up together as the best of friends, Elizabeth and Darcy are separated by a tragic event. Several years later, after becoming reacquainted with one another, they agree to enter into a marriage of convenience. It is a winding road as their relationship develops into something beyond friendship. Parallel story to "Paths of Men". ~P&P~ Last update 01/22/2009

This Piece of Civility Written by Amy C. Dot During her trip to Hunsford, Elizabeth makes an enemy of Anne de Bourgh, who has her heart set upon marrying her cousin Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 01/22/2009

The Fourth Sister Written by Nerin. Dot In this sequel to The Bennet Son, Kitty Bennet travels to Pemberley to continue her friendship with Georgiana Darcy. Before long, Kitty is forced to rethink many of her opinions and prejudices – especially those regarding young men. ~P&P~ Last update 01/11/2009

The Butterfly Written by Fiora. Dot Mr. Darcy returns from Netherfield haunted by dreams. ~P&P~ Last update 01/10/2009

Mary Bennet Reflects on Christmas Written by Kathy Taylor. Dot Happening upon her reading a Bible story, Mary enlightens Darcy of her views about the birth of Christ. ~P&P~ Last update 01/08/2009

Nothing to Keep Them From Their Appointed Rounds Written by Laura Louise and Susan K. Dot The ending to Persuasion is known by all Austen fans, but how it is achieved is always a mystery. On New Year's Eve, when the snow flies thick and fast in Bath, Anne and Frederick find themselves unexpectedly together, and very happy about it ~Per~ Last update 01/01/2009

Passion and Prudence Written by José. Dot Colonel Brandon is overwhelmed by his emotions – especially frustration – in the garden just outside Barton Cottage, without realizing that he is being observed from an upstairs window. A precursor to “The Tale of Uncle Jackrabbit”. ~S&S~ Last update 12/28/2008

A Father's Resolution - A Short Story Written by HLeigh. Dot A short answer to the question of what a father is to do. ~P&P~ Last update 12/27/2008

An Heir is Born Written by Hermia. Dot The Bennet household is considerably altered by the birth of an heir. ~P&P~ Last update 12/27/2008

The Darcys’ Christmas Miracles Written by Susie. Dot After three years of marriage, Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy's greatest wish became true on Christmas. ~P&P~ Last update 12/26/2008

Mixed Matches Written by Nikki N. Dot More than twenty-five years after Mr Bingley first came to Netherfield, his wife was making preparations for a double wedding – their son was marrying his cousin, Miss Lucas of Lucas Lodge, and their daughter was marrying young Mr Darcy, the heir of Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 12/19/2008

A Most Affecting Ailment Written by Maria P. When a fever sends Elizabeth to London with her aunt and uncle, an encounter with Mr. Darcy changes his plans. ~P&P~ Last update 12/15/2008

Sardines and Diaries Written by MollyC. Dot During Jane's illness at Netherfield, in a raining afternoon, you play sardines and read diaries. ~P&P~ Last update 12/15/2008

Everingham Written by Katharine T. Dot A chance remark reminds Henry Crawford to do the right thing, and ride to Everingham instead of staying in London to flirt with Maria Rushworth. As a result, there is nothing to prevent Edmund from marrying Mary Crawford, or Henry from continuing his pursuit of Fanny with more determination than ever. ~MP~ Last update 12/13/2008

Gone to Scotland Written by Heather F. Dot A flight north to rescue an errant sister from disgrace ends with an unexpected meeting. ~P&P~ Last update 12/07/2008

An Abundance Written by Lynn. "If twenty such men"…the words of Mr. Bennet do happen – twenty young men of fortune descend upon Meryton. Including the child under Mr. Bingley’s protection, an unknown future Lord, the regiment, and an accident prone native of Derbyshire. ~P&P~ Last update 12/02/2008

Much Ado About Lydia Written by Cindy W. Dot Elizabeth quotes Shakespeare and inspires Darcy to find a way around an otherwise impossible situation. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2008

There Was An Old Lady Written by Deb. Dot A limerick about the Bennets inspired by the nursery rhyme 'There was an old lady who lived in a shoe'. ~P&P~ Last update 11/22/2008

Twilight of the Abyss Written by Casey C. Dot When Elizabeth and Darcy meet in Hertfordshire, insults are not made and they fall in love together. However, when Darcy’s family experiences a scandal, he must choose between love and honor. ~P&P~ Last update 11/22/2008

Skirting the Truth Written by Malini. Dot An unexpected early meeting in which a prejudice is overcome, but pride prevails. ~P&P~ Last update 11/18/2008

Amongst the Roses Written by HLeigh. Dot When Lucy Steele maintains some character, Elinor Dashwood discovers that it is possible to love twice and that maybe it is better that way. ~S&S~ Last update 11/15/2008

In Loving Memory Written by Heather F. Dot After meeting Colonel Fitzwilliam in the park, Elizabeth Bennet goes for a walk to clear her headache. When she does not return in time to visit Lady Catherine for tea, her friend, Mrs Collins, becomes concerned ... ~P&P~ Last update 11/15/2008

Mr. Darcy Makes Amends Written by Kathy. Dot A simple mistake and Darcy finds he must undergo the Labors of Hercules to get back in his wife's good graces. ~P&P~ Last update 11/12/2008

A Walk in the Park Written by Hermia. Dot Darcy and Elizabeth have a early morning meeting in the park. ~P&P~ Last update 11/11/2008

The Mother of All Marriage Proposals Written by José. Dot Caroline Bingley decides to violate the rules of propriety in order to secure the man of her dreams. ~P&P~ Last update 11/09/2008

The Very Secret Diary of Fitzwilliam Darcy, Esq. Written by Shemmelle. Dot A tongue-in-cheek look at Darcy's possible activities between November 26th and his arrival at Rosings. ~P&P~ Last update 11/07/2008

All in A Name Written by Vicky. Dot A one-shot inspired by the Pride And Prejudice 2004 movie; Darcy's reflections as he proposes at Hunsford. ~P&P~ Last update 11/04/2008

Modesty and Misunderstanding: Jane's story Written by Shannon Sue. The untold story of Jane Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 11/03/2008

A Succession of Rain Written by Abigail R. Dot Darcy’s second proposal is delayed by inclement weather. When will he get another chance to speak his heart, if it never stops raining in Meryton? ~P&P~ Last update 11/02/2008

Inelegant and Exceedingly Adorable Written by Abby-Gail. Dot Having dueled a man for her honor, Colonel Fitzwilliam must endure the much more nerve-wracking prospect of an honest interview with Georgiana Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 11/02/2008

Lines Written by Annette. Dot A lady makes an unwelcome discovery when looking into her mirror. ~P&P~ Last update 11/02/2008

Now and Forever Written by Terry. Dot A Persuasion short story from Captain Wentworth's point of view. ~Per~ Last update 11/02/2008

Potatoes, Anyone?: A Tale of Exemplary Vegetables Written by SandyL. Dot The real story of how Mr. Collins chose a wife. ~P&P~ Last update 11/02/2008

A More Awful Object Written by Stephanie. Dot In which we discover what Bingley meant when he said, “I declare I do not know a more awful object than Darcy, on particular occasions, and in particular places; at his own house especially, and of a Sunday evening, when he has nothing to do.” ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008

A More Prudent Parent Written by Stephanie. Dot The Bennet girls find marital happiness sooner than expected when guided by the prudent advice of Mr. Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008

New Beginnings Written by Tasha S. Not long after the death of Mr. Bennet, Mrs. Bennet receives a beneficial marriage proposal from Sir Thomas of Mansfield Park. The Bennet ladies leave Longbourn for their new home. ~P&P~ ~MP~ Last update 11/01/2008

Paths of Men Written by Amy J. Dot Charles Bingley's decision not to return to Netherfield has far reaching consequences - not only for himself, but for Jane and others. Parallel story to "An Engaging Friendship". ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008

Reminiscences and Recollections Written by Ann R. Dot This story is set approximately 8 years after the Darcy’s had married. It relates various aspects of events in Darcy and Elizabeth life over that period, through a series of recollections. It relates to their relationship with their London neighbour, Lady Adelaide Lyell, and how she provides Elizabeth, Fitzwilliam, Georgiana, the Colonel, the Gardiners and others information about Darcy's parents, and enlightens them all how to face the challenges as they arise in their lives. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008

So Gradually Written by JessicaS. Dot A much better summer for Darcy prevents the worst of the misunderstandings in Hertfordshire, resulting in a fast, strong friendship between Elizabeth and Darcy. While in Kent, Darcy abruptly discovers that despite, considering Elizabeth only a friend, she has fallen in love with him. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008

Unexpected and Highly Scandalous Written by Abby-Gail. Colonel Fitzwilliam accidently encounters Wickham after the events of Ramsgate, and his reaction is considerably less mild than an altered face and a stiff nod. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008


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