Updates on many fronts!
News, news, news! I’ve got an update about my new book – and where to buy my old ones! But also some rather tough news on the home front, as some of you may have guessed already.
The good news is that the final book of Fitzwilliam Darcy, Mage – The Guardians of Pemberley – is coming along very well. I’m expecting to cross the 100,000K words line this week. It’s exciting, romantic, adventurous, and magical – all the things I had hoped for. My critique group has been cheering as Jack’s secrets are slowly revealed, Darcy grows ever close to his beloved Elizabeth, and Lady Catherine… well, that would be telling. 🙂
Pfeffernusse post surgery
Sadly, though, it’s not coming out in April. I’d thought I could make it, and I almost did, despite a long recovery from Covid, a pile of exhausting veterinary emergencies and sleepless nights with my sweet Pfeffernusse, and emergency oral surgery. Each time I fell behind, but got back on track because I was so determined to get this book out in the spring.
Right up until Mr. R was diagnosed with cancer. 0/10 stars, my friends, Do Not Recommend.
We’re lucky to be near Boston, where he’s in excellent hands at Dana-Farber Cancer Center. We’re cautiously optimistic, but it’s going to be a pretty grueling few months here. Even if I could get the story finished (and it’s so close I can taste it!), I can’t face all the publishing work that goes along with it while dealing with medical messiness and keeping the household going. So the triumph over Napoleon will have to wait until September, its original publication date. I’m really sorry it can’t be sooner – you’ve been so patient in waiting for the end of this story! And I hope to start posting some excerpts soon.
And now, some news about where to find my books! The world is changing rapidly, and so is the market for books. After a couple of years of keeping my more recent books exclusively in Kindle Unlimited, I’m now going to be selling some of them at all retailers, where they’ll be joining my oldest titles that have always been there. I’ll still be rotating them through KU, trying to strike a balance for my KU readers. Conceit & Concealment and A Matter of Honor are already available at all online retailers, and The Price of Pride will be leaving KU on March 23. They’re in Kobo Plus and other subscription services, too – plus you can ask your library to order them! All my Sourcebooks titles have always been available widely – To Conquer Mr. Darcy, What Would Mr. Darcy Do, Mr. Darcy’s Obsession, Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy: The Last Man in the World, Mr. Darcy’s Undoing, and The Man Who Loved Pride & Prejudice, along with my two co-authored books, The Darcy Brothers and Mr. Darcy and the Enchanted Library. So there’s plenty to read, wherever you like to purchase your ebooks!
Not comfortable purchasing from US sources or any big business? Contact me! I’m happy to swap my books for donations to charity. Let’s help the world!
My readers are my inspiration, and you’re what keeps me going when times get rough. Thanks for being there – and I promise there’ll be a great book for you at the other end!
Oh Abigail, I’m so, so sorry! I’m praying for you and your family. I know just how hard it is to cope with this awful disease. As for your book, it will be gratefully received whenever you can manage it. I haven’t read book two yet as I’m waiting to read them together, especially as my memory isn’t what it was! (Well it was never great anyway!) take care.
Thanks, Glynis. It’ll make a good pairing to read them together, since book 3 starts the day after book 2 ends.
Many many heartfelt expressions of support and hope, along with the prayers from all those who love you and your stories, whenever they arrive, and the cats and the family. Not necessarily in that order… but the order we became aware. A serious illness stops us all in our tracks though, for which the rest of the world doesn’t. Take as much help when it’s offered as possible. And accept our blessings.
Thank you so much, Michelle. I appreciate the support! I feel so fortunate in my wonderful readers and the JAFF community.
Oh I am so so sorry to hear! Please let me know if I can do anything at all. Love you guys
Thanks, Julie. You’re the best!
I’m so sorry, Abigail! Thinking of you, your husband and all your loved ones and wishing you strength and the best outcome! Big hugs and please take care of yourself too!
Thank you, Joana. Your friendship and support mean so much!
Oh, no! I am deeply saddened to hear about your husband’s diagnosis. I loathe cancer not only for the misery it causes the patient but for the turmoil and pain it creates for the family. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you all fight this fight.
Oh, Abigail. Sending so much love to you and Mr. R.
And Pfeffernusse too.
xoxo
Family is always first! Prayers for a complete recovery for Mr R.
You’ve certainly had a trial of it these past months. Mr. R is most understandably your priority now, and I hope and pray for you both that he comes through this battle fully recovered and healthy again.
Ms Abigail, you have “had a winter”! Between your beloved Pfeffernusse and now your husband…I will add Mr R and you to my prayers. As much as it would be fantastic to get your book out sooner, it will be just as wonderful when it does come out so just focus on getting Ms P and Mr R back in good health! And take care if yourself too!!! Sending you positive thoughts and many prayers!💕
Oh I’m so sorry Abigail, sending healing vibes and light your way.
Dear Abigail, I suspected there was something afoot and I am so sorry it’s this. Hoping very hard that Mr. R’s fine medical team, and not least of all you, will get him safely back to good health. Love and best wishes, and pace yourself – your enthusiastic readers and fans will still be there when you are ready!
Abigail, much love to you and Mr. R during this challenging time. You’re amazing: thanks for being such a force for good — and for writing such great stories — even when times are hard!
*I’m deeply sorry to hear about your husband’s diagnosis. My thoughts and best wishes are with you and your family during this difficult time.
I also want to let you know that many readers in China love your books. I have shared the Amazon purchase link with them, and I will continue to promote your novels and the Kindle purchase options. Your work is truly appreciated, and I hope more people will get to enjoy your wonderful stories.