My Super Secret News!
Earlier this year I was contacted by representatives for Adam’s Media about working on a new project for them. Agents and Editors and negotiations later, I had a new contract! This is something a little different for me, but I’m really hoping people will enjoy it and give it a try. Ok, ok, so here’s the deal: I’ve been hired to basically rework one of my favorite books of all time - Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen!!!
I know, OMG, Austen! PREORDER HERE!
No, I’m not adding zombies and ghosts. What I am doing is heating things up a little and exploring more of the unspoken romances. How did Charlotte really become engaged to Mr. Collins? Just how innocent was Lydia when she ran away? Will Elizabeth wait until the wedding night? Will Jane?
You know the writing…
You know their story…
You know how they fell in love…
Now it’s time to discover what you don’t know!
When I was first approached to work on this project, I was thrilled at the prospect of being allowed to play in Jane Austen’s world. I’ve been a fan of Austen’s since I discovered her books hidden on the shelves of the High School library, and have the greatest respect for her talent and imagination. The love story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy is easily one of the greatest romances ever written and I, like many Pride and Prejudice fans, long to know more, to peek behind the veil of this complicated relationship into the lives and private thoughts of these beloved characters—especially the enigmatic and often misunderstood Fitzwilliam Darcy.
The book keeps the storyline and style of Austen with the sizzle and romance we expect today. I really hope you enjoy it as much as I’ve enjoyed working on it.
Oh, and by the way, the last I heard, the publisher said they’re calling it: Pride and Prejudice, Wild and Wanton. I’ll announce as soon as I have a cover and release date, but I believe it will be this fall! PREORDER HERE!
Comments
Woo whoo! Fabulous news! Big congrats, Michelle!
Very cool!! Congrats!!!!
Major congrats, Chickie!!
Congrats! I’ll bet it’s going to be great.
Thanks!! I’m so excited!!!!
Amazing news!P&P is my absolute favorite and I *know* you’ll make Austen’s world come alive even more. Yay! Congratulations, Michelle!
Thank you Jess! I love Austen. This was just a fantastic opportunity for me! I couldn’t say no.
So very awesome. Heck, I’d rather read a Wild and Wanton version than one with zombies—and that’s coming from an urban fantasy writer!
How awesome is THAT?! P&P is my all-time favorite book and I’m always on the look out for various adaptations of it or continuing stories based on the original. I’ll definitely be sure to check this one out, Michelle!
Yay! Loving the P&P! (Oh, and I read the zombie version, too. Very funny!)
I am sooo glad this news can finally be posted! And I can’t wait for cover art!!
OMG you’re so lucky. That will be Sooooo good. I can’t wait to get my hands on it.
Awesome news! Congratulations!
Thank you everyone.
AE was the one who first approached me about the project for the publisher/agent in charge of it. (thanks AE)
That’s awesome Michelle! So cool!
This is beyond wonderful Michelle! Love Pride and Prejudice and can’t wait to see your story.
Denise A. Agnew
http://www.deniseagnew.com
Dude, that sounds awesome! I can’t wait to read it!
~~Thank you~~
That is fantastic news!!!! I am sooo excited for you, if it goes well I hope you get to revamp other works
I can help you make a list :P
Allow yourself a giant brownie for this deal
Jess B – What a great idea. I should have the readers make me a list, in case they do ask me to do more
Saw your announcement on PM. Congratulations! This is awesome news! So happy for you! :-)
Thanks, Jaci!!