There are few writers who have as devoted a following as celebrated novelist Jane Austen. But is she really the “first” great English female author?

A rare-book dealer traces the books that Austen admired. Many were by women writers who were the literary stars of their day.

An American rare-book dealer, Rebecca Romney, has managed it, by searching where Austen’s secrets lie hidden in plain sight: ...

Beyond the touristy village, you'll find a gorgeous expanse of farmland with indie charms and cool Western vibes.

Jane Austen’s Bookshelf’ presents women whose writing Austen admired — and how modern author Rebecca Romney found them.

Released. Focus Features' 2005 adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel, Pride & Prejudice, is set to be re-released in ...

Celebrate the brilliant mind behind your favourite classics with Jane Austen’s 250th birthday. Born on December 16, 1775, ...

A COIN expert has revealed the exact tiny detail to spot on your £1 that could make it worth 60 times the face value at ...

Jane Austen's links to Southampton are being celebrated with new events added to Visit Southampton's year-long celebration of the author's life.

Gossip entertains, and it also sustains. In Jane Austen’s novel “Persuasion,” the sober heroine, Anne Elliot, pays a visit to ...