Jane Austen
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About the Author
Jane Austen was born on December 16th, 1775. She had a public baptism several months later, on April 5th of 1776. Rather than being reared by her mother in her family home, Austen was sent to live with a nearby woman named Elizabeth Littlewood, who cared for her a year or more. According to the tradition of the family, Jane and her sister, Cassandra Austen, were sent to Oxford to be educated. Unfortunately, both girls came down with a case of typhus, leaving Jane near to death. Subsequently, she was sent back home to be educated until the age of three, when both she and Cassandra were once more sent away, this time to a boarding school. While there, they studied French, needlework, spelling, music, and dancing, all considered a necessity for a girl at the time. By December of 1786 when Jan. Jane Austen is the author of over 27 books across 6 series. Their most famous work is the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series, which has garnered millions of readers worldwide. With such a prolific career, Jane Austen has established themselves as one of the most influential authors in contemporary fiction.
Book Series in Publication Order
Publication Order of Standalone Novels
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The Watsons In 'The Watsons', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Standalone Novels saga.(1804) ⭐ Start here
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Sense and Sensibility Experience the magic of 'Sense and Sensibility' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1811) ⭐ Start here
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Pride and Prejudice Join the adventure in 'Pride and Prejudice' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jane Austen.(1813) ⭐ Start here
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Mansfield Park The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Mansfield Park', another thrilling entry from Jane Austen.(1814) ⭐ Start here
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Emma Experience the magic of 'Emma' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Standalone Novels universe.(1815) ⭐ Start here
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Sanditon Join the adventure in 'Sanditon' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jane Austen.(1817) ⭐ Start here
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Northanger Abbey Join the adventure in 'Northanger Abbey' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series by Jane Austen.(1818) ⭐ Start here
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Persuasion The Publication Order of Standalone Novels series continues with 'Persuasion', another thrilling entry from Jane Austen.(1818) ⭐ Start here
Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas
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Love and Freindship 'Love and Freindship' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Jane Austen.(1787)
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The Beautifull Cassandra In 'The Beautifull Cassandra', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(1793)
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Lesley Castle: An Unfinished Novel In Letters In 'Lesley Castle: An Unfinished Novel In Letters', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas saga.(1793)
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Lady Susan Join the adventure in 'Lady Susan' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas series by Jane Austen.(1794)
Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books
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The Wit and Wisdom of Jane Austen Join the adventure in 'The Wit and Wisdom of Jane Austen' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Jane Austen.(2017)
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A Memoir of Jane Austen Experience the magic of 'A Memoir of Jane Austen' as it builds upon the beloved Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books universe.(2017)
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The Letters of Jane Austen Join the adventure in 'The Letters of Jane Austen' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series by Jane Austen.(2018)
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Jane Austen's Little Book of Wisdom 'Jane Austen's Little Book of Wisdom' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books series, set in the world Jane Austen has created.(2023)
Publication Order of Juvenilia Books
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Juvenilia Volume I Annotated 'Juvenilia Volume I Annotated' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Juvenilia Books series, set in the world Jane Austen has created.(1787)
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Juvenilia Volume II Annotated 'Juvenilia Volume II Annotated' is an essential installment in the Publication Order of Juvenilia Books series, set in the world Jane Austen has created.(2021)
Publication Order of Modern Library Torchbearers Books
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Persuasion The Publication Order of Modern Library Torchbearers Books series continues with 'Persuasion', another thrilling entry from Jane Austen.(1818)
Publication Order of Anthologies
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Identity And Self Respect Join the adventure in 'Identity And Self Respect' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jane Austen.(1952)
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50 Classic Novellas The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '50 Classic Novellas', another thrilling entry from Jane Austen.(2011)
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Writers: Their Lives and Works In 'Writers: Their Lives and Works', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2018)
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30 Eternal Masterpieces of Humorous Stories The Publication Order of Anthologies series continues with '30 Eternal Masterpieces of Humorous Stories', another thrilling entry from Jane Austen.(2019)
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Women Who Wrote Join the adventure in 'Women Who Wrote' as the story unfolds across the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jane Austen.(2020)
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Love, Lust and Passion in Regency Times 'Love, Lust and Passion in Regency Times' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jane Austen.(2021)
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The Bridgerthonian Novels In 'The Bridgerthonian Novels', readers discover a captivating tale that continues the Publication Order of Anthologies saga.(2022)
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The Greatest Tales of Regency Romance 'The Greatest Tales of Regency Romance' explores themes of love and relationships in this compelling entry of the Publication Order of Anthologies series by Jane Austen.(2023)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is Jane Austen?
Jane Austen is a bestselling author known for 6 book series containing over 27 books. Popular series include Publication Order of Standalone Novels, Publication Order of Short Stories/Novellas, Publication Order of Non-Fiction Books. Their work has captivated millions of readers worldwide.
Q: What is the best Jane Austen book series to start with?
For readers new to Jane Austen's work, we recommend starting with the Publication Order of Standalone Novels series. This series showcases the author's signature style and is considered one of their most accessible and engaging works. With 8 books, it offers a perfect entry point to Jane Austen's writing.
Q: How many books has Jane Austen written?
Jane Austen has written over 27 books across 6 different series. From thriller mysteries to fantasy adventures, their diverse body of work offers something for every reader.