It's official!

I've been holding off announcing this until I knew the book was in stores, but now that I've seen it in Borders and Barnes and Noble, wanted to let everyone know, the book is now available!

In addition to brick-and-mortar stores (where you might find it in the Christian inspiration section... but don't let that scare you!), it's available online at:

Amazon (also Amazon UK, Canada, Japan, France and Germany)
Barnes and Noble
Borders (now teamed with Amazon)
Powell's
Parable Christian Stores

And here's a sample of what people are saying:

Publishers Weekly starred review:

"It is the author's passionate connection to 'Jane'—the affinity she feels and her imaginings of Austen's inner life—that bring Austen to life in ways no conventional biographer could... Deliciously uncertain romantic tension holds the book together as Smith weaves her own thoughts, historical research, and fitting references to Austen's novels into a satisfying whole."

Karen Joy Fowler:  "A lovely, intimate read."

Emma Campbell Webster:  "A welcoming read. Lyrical and questioning...perfectly pitched"

Bookreporter.com:  ". . . a likable and vulnerable true-life memoir . . . a moving and well-written read."

Jane Austen's World: "I loved this book. In fact, I suspect if Jane Austen were able to read it, she would give it her seal of approval."

Austen-tatious:  "Will surely be an inspiration to anyone who reads it."

Gina Dalfonzo:  "Stands out like a beacon. "

Tamara Leigh:  "That rare book which keeps popping into one's thoughts and beckoning one back."

Mary Yerkes: Lori’s writing is intelligent, lyrical, and poignant. Her authenticity and vulnerability are rare in Christian circles. This book is a breath of fresh air, one that should be inhaled deeply.

Order your copy today!  Or if you've already read it, respond to this post or email me (austenquotes AT gmail DOT com) and let me know what you thought.  I'd love to hear from you.

Comments

[Angie]

Congratulations on your new book! I enjoyed reading your interview at mindywithrow.com.

[Kate]

I discovered your book at Border's a few days ago and, loving all things Jane Austen, quickly added it to my stack of purchases. I have just finished reading it and could not put it down. I loved the way your own life and struggles comingled with Miss Austen's and, although I have read other biographies of her, I felt more connected to her after finishing your book. I married at 27, which seemed quite old to me at the time (I'll be 49 in December!), so could relate well to your struggle with singleness. I think others in your situation will find comfort in your honesty on the subject.

[Lori Smith]

Thanks, guys!

[mari]

Congratulations on your book! I hope it is well-received and sells well. Thank you also for visiting my site/blog. Cheers, mari