Christian contemporary romance set in Ireland and beyond THE FAIRALL LEGACY SERIES Welcome to West Ireland, filled with rugged coastlines, charming villages and castles, and characters you'll fall in love with as they fall in love, courtesy of the Fairall Romance Legacy. Meet three couples and watch as Cupid's arrow strikes the three sisters of the Fairall family, who discover the road may at times be rocky but leads to real love, in these romances filled with plenty of hope, heart and humour. Aurora Fairall—Rory to her friends—loves her jobs working at the village bookshop and the family castle-turned-boutique hotel, even if she sometimes wonders if this is all God has for her life. She knows she has much to be grateful for—her family, her friends, her faith—but she wonders if the special Fairall legacy that sees its members struck by Cupid’s arrow has passed her by. Until she meets Aidan Quinn—not the actor, but an Australian guest on a genealogical mission to discover his ancestry—and sparks fly.Aidan never thought his visit to Ireland’s west coast would result in meeting a redheaded firecracker with a bewitching smile and pixie-like laughter. But obviously God knew better. And his quest to find his kin brings him into the warm embrace of this loud and loving family has helped heal his heart and gives hope that his future might be different to what he’d imagined. Until a secret from the past threatens everything he holds dear… Can these two opposites find a future even though their lives are worlds apart? And just what role does the Fairall legacy have to play in matters of the heart? Buy Now Buy Amazon Buy other retailers Pinterest-An Irish Kiss Aisling Fairall has a big personality and a big heart. But lately she's been feeling a little lost and wondering what to do with her life. Until a mysterious uninvited guest at a family wedding helps her see that maybe she's not quite on her own, after all. Andrew Scott is used to crushed dreams, which is why he's here at a fancy hotel in west Ireland on the anniversary of what should've been his honeymoon. He's trying to pick up the pieces of his life when an unexpected encounter with a sassy redhead makes his heart beat faster again. Can these two overcome complications galore and find hope and a future again? Join Ash and Andy as they discover God may just have good plans beyond what they'd imagined, in this sweet romance filled with banter, Irish pop music references, and a lively Irish family and their gorgeous castle by the sea. Coming September 3, 2026 Preorder Amazon Preorder other retailers Stay tuned for book 3, coming St Patrick's Day, 2027 Inspiration for An Irish Kiss from my travels to Sneem, County Kerry, Ireland 1/1 Find out behind the scenes details and read about Colin Fairall here Buy on Amazon / Available in KU She wants to find a way to live again; he wants to close a deal and move on. Until sparks fly and these opposites attract in this contemporary romance filled with heart and humour. For Kara Browne, hiding out in Eden Cove provides a chance to heal after her life fell apart. Now, without a family or career, she juggles jobs while trying to find her feet again, thankful for this tiny community that has taken her to their heart. When a handsome Irishman appears in Eden Cove with his plans to take over the local luxury hotel where she works, his obvious wealth combined with a series of unfortunate events convince her that they’re worlds apart. Which they soon will be, seeing she’s already booked her ticket to the other side of the planet. For Colin Fairall, his time in Eden Cove was supposed to be about closing a deal on a hotel to add to his family’s portfolio. He didn’t expect to become intrigued by a snarky barista who moonlights as a hotel cleaner and a barmaid, who obviously doesn’t care about his money or connections. He recognizes that she’s been bruised by life and wants to help her smile again. But despite shared faith and a fondness for 80s music trivia, Kara has plans for a fresh start on the other side of the world – unless he can convince her to trust him with her heart… The Lost Daughter’s Irishman contains heart-wrenching poignancy and laugh-out-loud moments in this opposites attract Christian contemporary short novel from bestselling author Carolyn Miller.

Christian Regency romance inspired by Jane Austen The Making of Mrs Hale - behind the scenes Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, Julia is faced with a series of challenges. Do you find her story sympathetic? Have you ever had a situation where you have been challenged? Did it cause a personal change? What do you consider to be the important themes in this novel? What examples did you find? Thomas Hale is very aware of his shortcomings. Do you find his story sympathetic? Why / why not? If you could give Julia one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give Thomas? In what ways do Julia and Thomas change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements and places are referenced, such as the incidents in India. How did these historical details affect the narrative? Did they help you to feel a sense of time & place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? Did you enjoy seeing references to other characters? Why / why not? What do you think happens next? Click on the cover to look inside the book BUY NOW Follow The Making of Mrs Hale on Pinterest Find out more about the inspiration and images of the characters, settings and scenes at my Pinterest board The Making of Mrs Hale > < Check out some of the images of Edinburgh from my 2015 visit to Scotland

Christian Regency romance inspired by Jane Austen A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh - behind the scenes Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, Caroline is faced with a series of challenges. Do you find her story sympathetic? Have you ever had a situation where you have been challenged? Did it cause a personal change? What do you consider to be the important themes in this novel? What examples did you find? Do you find Gideon Kirby's story sympathetic? Why / why not? If you could give Caroline one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give Gideon? In what ways do Caroline and Gideon change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements and places are referenced, such as the mention of real life fossil hunter Mary Anning in Lyme Regis. How did these historical details affect the narrative? Did they help you to feel a sense of time & place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? Did you enjoy seeing references to other characters? Why / why not? What do you think happens next? BUY NOW Follow A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh on Pinterest Read the book Publisher's Weekly called "a winsome exploration of life, love, and faith in Regency England." Link to review here Find out more about the inspiration and images of the characters, setting and scenes at my Pinterest board A Hero for Miss Hatherleigh She sells seashells by the seashore... Want to know more about Mary Anning, the famous female fossil hunter of the early 1800s? Check out Tracy Chevalier's excellent novel Remarkable Creatures

Christian Regency romance inspired by Jane Austen MISS SERENA'S SECRET ~ Book 2 in the Regency Brides: Promise of Hope series Scarred by her past, Serena Winthrop is determined to protect her heart - especially from flirts like the too smooth Viscount Carmichael. But when forced to share his roof, she discovers another side to the man who gambles with women's hearts as he does their husband's money. Henry, Lord Carmichael, struggles with the weight of his Derbyshire's family's expectations, until he finds a hope shared by the too perceptive, too young artist. But he's promised to protect his best friend's innocent sister-in-law, not charm her, much to his - and her - private dismay. When her art leads her to London infamy, he's forced to choose between the life mapped out for him, and the love of his life, with whom marriage might prove the end of his family line. Click on the cover to preview a sample of the book BUY NOW: Amazon Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christianbook GooglePlay Kobo Koorong Click here to access the Reader's Guide & more First published: JULY, 2018 Publisher: Kregel Publications More reviews

Jane Austen inspired Christian romance Christian romance inspired by Jane Austen Jane Austen in my Fiction Hi! My name is Carolyn Miller and I’m an Aussie author of Christian historical and contemporary romance. I love travel, music, books, food, art, all of which somehow makes it into my fiction! You can learn more about me and all my books here on my site and on Facebook , Pinterest and Instagram . I'm a huge fan of Jane Austen, and I've got numbers of books that pay homage in various ways. My newest release is a contemporary romance that gives an Aussie twist to Jane Austen's Emma—NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY. Here’s what it’s about: Can the Matchmaker Find True Love? Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett and Jordan Knight are longtime best friends who codesigned the immensely successful dating app, Dream Match. Success starts to go to EJ’s head when she gets caught up in the famous and money-hungry social circles and starts dating the son of a TV mogul. But Jordan’s feelings have grown from friendship to more. He determines to protect her by exposing Eric Churchill for the two-timer he is, finally agreeing to attend a function with her at the Sydney Opera House. But his best intentions go awry when EJ is embarrassed and runs for the security of home, small-town roots, and The Silver Teapot Café, feeling like Jane Austen’s chastised Emma—only without her Mr. Knightley... So if you enjoy Pride and Prejudice, this book (& the rest of The Silver Teapot series) might just be your cup of tea... You can buy Not Precisely Mr Knightley at Amazon , Barnes & Noble , ChristianBook , online or at your local bookstore! Welcome to The Silver Teapot series, and meet the Bennett sisters and their parents who run a teashop in a small Australian town (based on my home town!). Each sister has her own Austen-inspired story, including history teacher Olivia who meets a mysterious gardener at an English estate once used as Pemberley in Not Exactly Mr Darcy (inspired by Pride and Prejudice ), Sydney-based matchmaker app designer EJ who stars in Not Precisely Mr Knightley (Emma ), and Ellie & Katie who visit the Blue Mountains and meet two very dashing men in Not So Very Sensible (Sense & Sensibility ), out later this year. And aged care nurse Annabelle in Not Fully Persuaded (Persuasion ) out next year.Fans love the Austen references - I hope you do too! NOW AVAILABLE What happens when history teacher Liv visits her grandmother and discovers a run down English manor once used as Pemberley... BUY NOW NOW AVAILABLE EJ Bennett might be smart, successful and a matchmaker extraordinaire, but even she needs some help to find true love... BUY NOW OCTOBER 2026 Two sisters travel to the Blue Mountains and meet two men then discover that the path to real love doesn't always follow one's hope & dreams PREORDER NOW Jane Austen in my Fiction I love a good romance, especially those penned by Jane Austen 200 years ago, with their stories of family, friendships, and love. And with over 4000 titles on Amazon referencing Mr Darcy in their titles, it seems that plenty of others agree. For my first historical, The Elusive Miss Ellison , I wanted to lean into the Pride and Prejudice vibes, so I created a small English village with Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett-like characters, with wit and banter. Jane Austen's Persuasion was my inspiration for another historical, Winning Miss Winthrop - they even go to Bath, and experience a masquerade ball. Austen fans love these books! I've also written lots of contemporary romances, such as a romcom Daring Mr Darcy , which sets the plot of Pride and Prejudice in small-town USA. And for my new Silver Teapot series, I've created the Bennett sisters and their parents who run a teashop in a small Australian town - which is based on my home town! Each sister has her own Austen-inspired story, such as Olivia in Not Exactly Mr Darcy (inspired by Pride and Prejudice) , matchmaker app designer EJ who stars in Not Precisely Mr Knightley (Emma), and Ellie & Katie who feature in Not So Very Sensible ( Sense & Sensibility ), out later this year. I'm loving that fans love the Austen references - I hope you do too! But wait! Before you go: I have a number of Austen-inspired books including Daring Mr Darcy and The Breakup Project (which features an Austen-obsessed heroine). Stay up to date with all my bookish news and sign up to receive my newsletter HERE ALL subscribers who email me requesting these goodies will receive access to an exclusive page which includes a downloadable bookmark, colouring page and more! The Silver Teapot Series The Silver Teapot series is a playful contemporary spin on Austen’s classic novels, incorporating relatable characters, humor, heartfelt romance, and fresh Australian and international settings. Jane Austen fans will love these warm and funny contemporary variations of Austen’s beloved stories, about a family of sisters and their Austen-obsessed mother who runs The Silver Teapot café in a small Australian country town. NOT EXACTLY MR DARCY Pride, Pemberley, and Second Chances W hen history-loving Olivia Bennett’s teaching contract isn’t renewed, she is considered her family’s logical choice to care for her ailing grandmother in a tiny English village. While there, she soon finds additional work at nearby Hartbury Hall—one of England’s great houses once used as Pemberley in a filmed production of Pride and Prejudice. The head gardener there, however, proves to be anything but the gentlemanly hero of that famous book. Little does she know that behind Liam Browne’s brusque exterior is both a family tragedy and a legacy that demands truth and honor, creating a crisis that only Liv’s vivacious determination can resolve. Along the way, she may just learn that appearances count for naught. . .and that love can be found in unexpected ways. Buy now! NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY What's a man to do when he's in love with his matchmaker best friend? For as long as she can remember, Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett has been best friends with Jordan Knightley. From their small-town roots of Wattle Vale they now run a tech company in the big smoke of Sydney, Australia. When interest skyrockets in Dream Match, EJ’s dating app, she decides it’s time to strike out on her own. But learning to negotiate the wheeler dealers of finance and spotting who’s honest and who’s a fake is a lot harder without her best friend, and a lot lonelier without his support and sarcastic asides. When a big-name client proves to have outfaked them all EJ is left looking like a fool and runs back to Wattle Vale and the sanctuary of her parents’ Silver Teapot café. But Jordan hasn’t finished with her yet... Buy now! NOT SO VERY SENSIBLE Elinor and Katie Bennett are as opposite as sisters can be: Elinor loves structure, planning and design, while Katie’s head is in the clouds as she chases fanciful, romantic dreams. A trip to the Blue Mountains sees them stay at an Art Deco hotel for a murder mystery weekend where they end up meeting two men who just might hold the keys to their hearts – taking the sensible Elinor Bennett by surprise, while crushing the romantic Katie’s hopes, and proving that the path of love doesn’t always work out the way one plans or dreams. Coming October Preorder now! Stay tuned for Book 4, Not Fully Persuaded, coming in 2027 Click here to see more photographs and behind-the-scenes inspiration for the Jane Austen-inspired The Silver Teapot series Love your Austen? Click on the covers and check out these books too! Regency romance inspired by Pride and Prejudice Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in Toronto Regency romance inspired by Persuasion Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in Muskoka, Canada Rom com inspired by Pride and Prejudice Features a Jane Austen-loving heroine in St Paul, Minnesota

Fun beach reads and a Christian hockey romance series you'll love THE GREENER GARDENS ROMANCE SERIES (Please note: these books were originally published as part of the Independence Islands series, and have received new covers and a light edit) RESTORING FAIRHAVEN Book 1 in the Greener Gardens Romance series Samantha Green of Greener Gardens gets more than she bargained for when she is employed to restore the overgrown gardens of the estate owned by a reclusive writer, whose romances about unrequited love have become bestsellers and movies, despite never having a happy ending. New to this role, Sam is determined to succeed, despite facing challenges with the business and her family. Max Fairhaven just wants to be left alone. But the green-thumbed intruder to his island hideaway is stubborn, and her quick wits and sunny disposition soon get under his skin. Between banter and garden renovation she gradually brings some much needed life to this widower, as he begins to engage with the real world. Can happily-ever-afters be found in real life as well as fiction? Buy Now REGAINING MERCY Book 12 in the Independence Islands series Going on Love at First Glance had seemed like such a good idea. She didn’t care about finding Mr. Right. No, Mindy Murray chose the reality TV show for more mercenary reasons. A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do when it comes to feeding her son. When Mindy returns to Elnora, the girl from the “wrong side of the island” just wants a chance to rebuild her reputation. Too bad the folks at church don’t practice what the preacher preaches. Enter Dermott Reilly. The interim boss at Greener Gardens has always had a soft spot for Mindy and her son, but with his new responsibilities, an important garden competition, and a few other concerns, he finds it difficult to prove himself to her. A tropical storm and a missing child prove that sometimes grace appears in the most unusual ways. Regaining Mercy concludes the Elnora Island romances of the Independence Islands Series, featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily ever-afters. Buy now RECLAIMING HOPE Opposites attract—but can they last? Callie Steele might be a bit… focused on work, but despite what her employers say, she enjoys her well-ordered, productive life. When she’s sent to meet the owners of an estate requiring post-hurricane landscaping, Callie meets their son, Kai Brody, a super-chilled pro surfer, who is as opposite from her as they come. Though initially smitten, Callie knows a relationship with Kai is a bad idea—a very bad idea. Kai, however, can’t help but be intrigued by someone who challenges him to make something of his life again. He’s determined to pursue her, if she’ll give him half a chance. The more time they spend together, negotiating the challenges of work, illness, and family, the more their opposing outlooks clash and connect. What do these unlikely friends really want from life? Is it best to focus on work or recreation? As Kai and Callie seek answers from the Lord, they also must consider if such complete opposites have enough in common to make a relationship last. Reclaiming Hope concludes the Hooper Island stories of the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. BUY NOW REBUILDING HEARTS Who knew a bank robbery could show a girl that good guys still exist? Tim Franklin. Quiet, shy, almost incapable of speaking to a girl, and a budding horticulturist. Oh, and he survived a bank robbery five years ago, not to mention its resulting trauma. Bookworm Bella Dwyer just wants to feel safe, and Tim’s actions during the robbery made her believe there might be guys who live up to her fictional heroes. Trouble is, a chance with Tim seems as remote as this year’s celebrity heartthrob. Instead, she settled for a relationship with a guy who’s commitment-phobic. So when Bella encounters Tim on tiny Sparrow Island, the challenges of her past and present collide, and she questions whether there really is a future with a man who can't commit. In a leap of faith, Bella dumps her boyfriend, even before shy-guy Tim can make a move. But in wanting to live by faith and conquer fear, has she made the right choice, or are her hopes for freedom and a future destined to fail? Read the next Sparrow Island novel in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. BUY NOW REFINING JOSIE What’ll it take for the prodigal daughter to share her deepest secrets… and her heart? Josephine Green returns to the islands in an attempt to reconcile with her family, but with a cloud over the family business, and little in the way of gardening skills, Josie’s painful past and flaky ways prove less than endearing for Greener Gardens’ hardworking crew. Stuck without any other options, Josie is forced to accept her sister’s offer of a job that takes her to Breakers Head where she encounters Aussie teacher, Lachlan Jones. A long-lost relative might’ve brought Lachie to a tiny music recording studio on the Independence Islands, but it’s also brought questions about how to care for someone he barely knows, especially considering he’s the last family she has. Questions regarding his future soon pale when he encounters the vibrant-haired Josie, whose sass and attitude takes some getting used to. Neither imagined more until they began to bond over music and environmental causes. Both discover that first impressions need not be lasting ones. But with the future of Gardens Gardens looking shaky, and Josie’s faith and self-worth just as tenuous, can deepening a friendship into something more ever work? And what happens when Lachlan’s work means he has to return to Australia after Christmas? What’ll it take for two hearts to heal and make a future possible? This Breakers Head novel is Carolyn Miller's final book in the Independence Islands Series featuring five islands, six authors, and a boatload of happily-ever-afters. Buy NOW Please note: some paperbacks with the old covers may still be available for purchase Learn about the Independence Islands series here

Christian Regency romance inspired by Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice Click the cover to preview a book sample THE ELUSIVE MISS ELLISON Pride, Presumption, and forgiveness... Hampton Hall’s new owner has the villagers of St. Hampton Heath all aflutter—all except Lavinia Ellison. The reverend’s daughter cares for those who are poor and sick, and the seventh Earl of Hawkesbury definitely does not meet that criteria. His refusal to take his responsibilities seriously, or even darken the door of the church, leave her convinced he is as arrogant and reckless as his brother—his brother who stole the most important person in Lavinia’s world. Nicholas Stamford is shadowed by guilt: his own, his brother’s, the legacy of war. A perfunctory visit to this dreary part of Gloucestershire wasn’t supposed to engage his heart, or his mind. Challenged by Miss Ellison’s fascinating blend of Bluestocking opinions, hoydenish behavior, and angelic singing voice, he finds the impossible becoming possible—he begins to care. But Lavinia’s aloof manner, society’s opposition and his ancestral obligations prove most frustrating, until scandal forces them to get along. Can Lavinia and Nicholas look beyond painful pasts and present prejudice to see their future? And what happens when Lavinia learns a family secret that alters everything she’s ever known? ~ Book 1 in the Regency Brides: Legacy of Grace series BUY NOW: Amazon.com Amazon.com.au Amazon.co.uk Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christian Book Google Play iBooks Kobo Koorong Audiobook Dutch German Click to access the readers guide, pictures, behind the scenes details & more... First published: February 2017, Publisher: Kregel Publications Praise for the Elusive Miss Ellison More reviews

Christian Regency Christmas romance inspired by Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer First published: October, 2020 Publisher: Kregel Publications JOY TO THE WORLD: A REGENCY CHRISTMAS COLLECTION In Joy to the World , three popular romance authors come together to offer a heartwarming collection of holiday Regency romance. Based on lines from a beloved Christmas carol, these three novellas have depth, faith, and satisfying stories all packed into the perfect length for readers to curl up and take a brief break from their holiday busyness. “ Heaven and Nature Sing ” by Carolyn Miller Two music lovers, deeply devoted to each other, were on the brink of engagement when family circumstances drove them apart. How can they ever overcome both their obligations and their fears to find their way back into each other’s arms? “ Far as the Curse Is Found ” by Amanda Barratt One winter night, a woman struggling to provide for her illegitimate child encounters a scarred veteran of the Napoleonic Wars on the streets of London. Can love conquer the darkness of two broken pasts? “ The Wonders of His Love ” by Erica Vetsch A Scots portrait painter finds work at a noble manor house over the holidays. He never imagined he’d fall in love with the emotionally frozen widow there. Now he wants nothing more than to thaw her heart. BUY NOW: Amazon Amazon.com.au Barnes & Noble Book Depository Christianbook Koorong Reviews & more

Christian Regency romance inspired by Jane Austen The Captivating Lady Charlotte - Discussion Guide & more Discussion Guide Which character in this novel do you identify with the most? Why? In the novel, William is faced with a series of challenges relating to his ability to trust. Have you ever had a situation where your trust in others has been challenged? How did you deal with it? Learning to love is an important theme in this novel. If you were asked to describe ‘true love’ what would you say? As the daughter of parents who are desperate for their child to marry well Charlotte struggles with their interference. Have you ever had to deal with an interfering person? How did you deal with it? If you could give Charlotte one piece of advice, what would it be? What advice would you give William? In what ways do Charlotte and William change throughout the novel? What do you consider to be the biggest factor(s) in their change? Lavinia refers to a number of Bible verses during her time of grief. Have you found particular Bible verses comforting? If so, which ones? While this is a work of fiction, certain historical elements are referenced, such as the visit to Vauxhall Gardens and the parade and celebrations following the victory in the Napoleonic Wars. How did these historical details affect the narrative? How did they help you to feel a sense of time and place? What were the most appealing parts of the book? 10. What do you think happens next? Click to read an excerpt from the book BUY NOW Romance, Responsibility and True Love... Download Discussion Questions Click here to see reviews for The Captivating Lady Charlotte The Captivating Lady Charlotte includes a number of historical events to do with the (supposed!) peace with Napoleon in 1814. Some images linking to these events, and more from behind the scenes, can be found on my Pinterest board, here : The Captivating Lady Charlotte Look! The Captivating Lady Charlotte is now available in Dutch! Find out more here . The Captivating Lady Charlotte is now also available in German! Find out more here. The Language of Flowers Young ladies in Regency times were well versed in understanding the meanings behind the choice of flowers they might be given by an admirer. While we might all associate a red rose with true love, or associate mistletoe with kissing, did you know these other meanings of popular flowers? * bluebell = humility * daffodil = regard; unrequited * crocus = cheerfulness love * daisy = innocence * hydrangea = heartlessness (!) * jonquil = affection returned * marigold = cruelty; grief * rose (pink) = friendship * rose (white) = innocence * sweet pea = goodbye * violet (blue) = faithfulness

Carolyn Miller is an Australian author of inspirational Regency and contemporary romance ABOUT ME: I'm an award-winning, bestselling author of inspirational historical and contemporary romance. I live in the beautiful Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia with my husband and four children. Together with my husband I pastored a church for ten years, and I've worked as a high school English and Learning and Support teacher. I love reading (especially Jane Austen, Georgette Heyer & LM Montgomery ) , music, films, gardens, art, travel and food. I really enjoy creating worlds where flawed people can grow in faith, hope and love. I am a member of Omega Christian Writers and American Christian Fiction Writers and I'm represented by Tamela Hancock Murray of the Steve Laube agency. FAVORITE THINGS: Books: * Pride & Prejudice; Persuasion - Jane Austen * The Blue Castle - LM Montgomery * Frederica; The Nonesuch - Georgette Heyer * My Stubborn Heart - Becky Wade * The Everstone Chronicles - Dawn Crandall * Shine Like the Dawn - Carrie Turansky Music: * Shawn McDonald, Jars of Clay, Tobymac, For King & Country * Sting, U2, John Mayer, Coldplay Films: * Strictly Ballroom - classic Australian film * Emma (2009 BBC miniseries, with Jonny Lee Miller) * Persuasion (2007, with Rupert Penry Jones - oh, the music, the angst!) * James Bond & Jason Bourne - tough guys & exotic locales :) * Much Ado About Nothing (2012) Joss Whedon, B&W - masterful! * Far From the Madding Crowd (2015) - glorious * Austenland - how to meet Mr Darcy, modern girl style! * Ladies in Black - a gorgeous retro look at Sydney's coming of age * The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society - sumptuous setting! Check out these images of author friends and scenes from my trip to the US & Canada Click to see enlarged images from my 2015 trip to England Bath Abbey The Pump Room, Bath The Royal Crescent The Upper Assembly Rooms Grosvenor Square London's Victoria & Albert museum Regency-era furnishings Regency-era ball gown & coat Pianoforte A pretty cottage Hartington Hall, Derbyshire Bibury, Gloucestershire Chatsworth, Derbyshire Click here to access the Media page Click to find updated blog posts and more Blog Posts & Promos

Not Exactly Mr Darcy, book 1 of The Silver Teapot Series romance series THE SILVER TEAPOT SERIES The Silver Teapot series is a playful contemporary spin on Austen’s classic novels, incorporating relatable characters, humor, heartfelt romance, and fresh Australian and international settings. Jane Austen fans will love these warm and funny contemporary variations of Austen’s beloved stories, about a family of sisters and their Austen-obsessed mother who runs The Silver Teapot café in a small Australian country town. Now Available Follow the Not Exactly Mr Darcy Pinterest board NOT EXACTLY MR DARCY Pride, Pemberley, and Second Chances When history-loving Olivia Bennett's teaching contract isn't renewed, she is considered her family's logical choice to care for her ailing grandmother in a tiny English village. While there, she soon finds additional work at nearby Hartbury Hall--one of England's great houses once used as Pemberley in a filmed production of Pride and Prejudice. The head gardener there, however, proves to be anything but the gentlemanly hero of that famous book. Little does she know that behind Liam Browne's brusque exterior is both a family tragedy and a legacy that demands truth and honor, creating a crisis that only Liv's vivacious determination can resolve. Along the way, she may just learn that appearances count for naught. . .and that love can be found in unexpected ways. Buy Amazon Buy Baker Book House Buy other stores Buy Koorong Add to your Goodreads Want-to-Read shelf NOT PRECISELY MR KNIGHTLEY What's a man to do when he's in love with his matchmaker best friend? For as long as she can remember, Emma-Jane (EJ) Bennett has been best friends with Jordan Knightley. From their small-town roots of Wattle Vale they now run a tech company in the big smoke of Sydney, Australia. When interest skyrockets in Dream Match, EJ’s dating app, she decides it’s time to strike out on her own. But learning to negotiate the wheeler dealers of finance and spotting who’s honest and who’s a fake is a lot harder without her best friend, and a lot lonelier without his support and sarcastic asides. When a big-name client proves to have outfaked them all EJ is left looking like a fool and runs back to Wattle Vale and the sanctuary of her parents’ Silver Teapot café. But Jordan hasn’t finished with her yet... Now Available Buy Amazon Buy other retailers Coming October 2026 NOT SO VERY SENSIBLE Elinor and Katie Bennett are as opposite as sisters can be: Elinor loves structure, planning and design, while Katie’s head is in the clouds as she chases fanciful, romantic dreams. A trip to the Blue Mountains sees them stay at an Art Deco hotel for a murder mystery weekend where they end up meeting two men who just might hold the keys to their hearts – taking the sensible Elinor Bennett by surprise, while crushing the romantic Katie’s hopes, and proving that the path of love doesn’t always work out the way one plans or dreams. Preorder here Click to download a map of Hartbury Hall.pdf This series is being published by Barbour, and will include Australian / UK spelling - which is perfect for books set in the UK and Australia! Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Exactly Mr Darcy Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Precisely Mr Knightley Check out some of the pictures used as inspiration for Not Fully Persuaded BE THE FIRST TO FIND OUT MORE BY SIGNING UP TO MY NEWSLETTER

News from romance author Carolyn Miller, Australian author of Christian regency and contemporary romance The 2017 The Elusive Miss Ellison book launch in the NSW Southern Highlands. Watch the video here . CONNECT Sign up for my newsletter filled with book news, sales & contest news, events & more. Subscribe I understand and agree to this site's privacy policy Get your exclusive copy of Originally Yours here Get your exclusive copy of A Heart Most Faithful Let's connect on social media : Thanks for visiting - I love visitors! Please drop me a line. Thanks! Message sent. Send Are you interested in being an influencer? Please click here to find out more