Jane Austen Bedtime Stories

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - Meet Mr. Wickham

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's a handsome new soldier in Meryton, and he's caught the eye of everyone from the Bennets to Mr. Darcy. That's right, it's none ...

Persuasion, Chapter 6

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anne is getting comfortable at Uppercross, which means lots of time with the Musgroves, and they're all very grateful to have Anne as a go-between...

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - Meet Mr. Collins

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Bennets are expecting an addition their party tonight, and sadly for Mrs. Bennet, it's not Mr. Bingley - it's their cousin Mr. Collins, who is nex...

Persuasion, Chapter 5

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sir Walter's meeting with Admiral Croft is satisfactory, and their agreement is finalized, which means that the Elliots are off to Bath. Or rather...

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - Elizabeth's Evenings at Netherfield

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The two eldest Bennet sisters are still at Netherfield as Jane recovers from her cold, and that means Elizabeth and Darcy are stuck in each other'...

Persuasion, Chapter 4

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Anne can't get it out of her mind that he may soon be returning to Kellynch, and he is none other than Captain Frederick Wentworth. Seven years ag...

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - Jane and Elizabeth Arrive at Netherfield

02 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jane's been invited to dine with the ladies of Netherfield, and it looks like rain, so of course she must go on horseback. But Mrs. Bennet's plan work...

Persuasion, Chapter 3

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As much as it pains him, the proud Sir Walter must decide who will be the new tenant of Kellynch Hall. Luckily, Mr. Shepherd has just the tenant in mi...

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - Elizabeth's Fine Eyes

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Things are heating up in Hertfordshire! After a more thorough introduction to our main players, we join Elizabeth and Darcy at another assembly, where...

Persuasion, Chapter 2

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sir Walter Elliot's money troubles are serious - serious enough that the family absolutely must retrench. But mere cuts to their household budget (jou...

Friday Favorites: Pride and Prejudice - The Beginning

18 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is a truth universally acknowledged that there's never a bad time to revisit Jane Austen's most beloved novel. In this first of our new Fri...

Persuasion, Chapter 1

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to meet our new protagonists: the Elliots of Kellynch Hall. The family consists of Sir Walter, the haughty and vain baronet, and his thr...

Announcing our next novel and more

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're here in your feed with some exciting announcements! First and foremost, our next bedtime stories novel will be: Persuasion. Get ready for th...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapters 18-19

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's one more surprise left in store for Emma - Harriet has accepted Robert Martin! Though Emma believes it impossible at first, it's reall...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 17

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emma Woodhouse's story is nearing its end, but one crucial step remains - informing her father of her and Mr. Knightley's engagement. Now that...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 16

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Harriet's off to London, so Emma is free to bask in the happiness of Highbury. She's overdue for a visit to congratulate Jane Fairfax, so it&#...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 15

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Churchill's letter is too good to keep to herself, so of course Emma immediately shares it with Mr. Knightley to get his thoughts. His patie...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 14

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's exquisite happiness can only be disturbed by one thing - a thick letter from Frank Churchill, forwarded to her by Mrs. Weston. Uninterested...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 13

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The dark clouds over Highbury have cleared, and as Emma takes her walk in the garden, the clouds over her heart are about to clear as well. For she ha...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 12

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Emma is still distraught over the prospect of losing Mr. Knightley to Harriet, but luckily a visit from Mrs. Weston offers a welcome distraction. But ...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 11

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma is convinced that the news of Frank Churchill and Jane Fairfax will be devastating for Harriet, but the tables soon turn and it's Emma herself wh...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 10

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Emma is on high alert, as Mr. Weston arrives at Hartfield in a state of agitation. What could be the matter? He whisks her away and won't r...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 9

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma is back from the Bates's and just in time to catch Mr. Knightley before he leaves from London. How fortunate that she was able to let him know in...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 8

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma, still smarting from Mr. Knightley's rebuke, vows to be better, and the first step is for her to call on Miss Bates. The touch is immediate, and ...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 7

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Badly done, indeed!" Never was there a better phrase to capture the Highbury set's excursion to Box Hill. From Frank Churchill's stupid flirting to t...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 6

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's officially summer in Highbury! The heat has got everyone stir crazy, so they've planned an adventure - today, they are picking strawberries at Do...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 5

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For once, Emma's not the only one with matches on the mind - Mr. Knightley has his own suspicions about a possible match, and they center on none othe...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 4

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Harriet is on the path to recovery, both from her encounter after the ball, and more importantly, from her attachment to Mr. Elton. To purge Mr. Elton...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 3

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It is the morning after the ball, and Emma's lingering delight is swiftly replaced with concern. Harriet and Frank Churchill show up at her doorst...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 2

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The night we've all been waiting for is finally here - it's time for the ball! Settle in under the covers for an evening where all the major p...

Emma, Volume 3, Chapter 1

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summer has arrived in Highbury! And with it comes the return of Frank Churchill and the plans for the ball at the Crown. Emma is convinced that whatev...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 18

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our party at Hartfield concludes with a conversation between Mr. Weston and Mrs. Elton about the imminent return of Frank Churchill. Mr. Weston cannot...

Emma Volume 2, Chapter 17

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Hartfield dinner party continues, and the evening is mostly filled with Mrs. Elton attempting to convince Jane Fairfax to accept her help in secur...

Emma Volume 2, Chapter 16

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Mrs. Elton is a popular new addition to Highbury society, so despite Emma's less-than-warm feelings towards her, she's decided to invite the E...

Emma Volume 2, Chapter 15

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's opinion of Mrs. Elton hasn't changed - she's as insufferable as ever. In the absence of Emma's friendship, Mrs. Elton has fixat...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 14

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Highbury has a new addition to its society - Mrs. Elton! She may be very elegant with her beautiful gowns, but that's really the only thing she ha...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 13

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Churchill is gone, and as his presence fades from Highbury, so do Emma's feelings for him. She is sure they are destined to be just good fri...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 12

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Good news (planning the ball!) is immediately followed by bad, as Emma finds out that Frank Churchill has to leave Highbury. Before he goes, though, h...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 11

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma is planning a ball! After one delightful evening of dancing, Frank Churchill is eager to organize another one, and so the preparations begin. The...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 10

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Emma and her friends make their way to the Bateses', and finally see Jane Fairfax's storied pianoforte in the flesh. Frank Churchill's poi...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 9

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After a successful night at the Coles', Emma is in good spirits. But the mystery of Jane Fairfax's pianoforte still remains, and after a run-i...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 8 - Part 2

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The intrigue of the evening at the Coles continues to deepen, as Mrs. Weston comes to Emma with a new theory. Could Mr. Knightley be the one who gave ...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 8 - Part 1

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight it's dinner at the Coles, and this night is about to be full of major developments for the people of Highbury to discuss. First and foremo...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 7

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frank is out of town today to get his hair cut, giving Emma the perfect opportunity to get the Westons' advice on a situation that's been vexi...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 6

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Churchill and Emma (and Mrs. Weston) are out on the town - exploring Highbury, that is. Frank seems enchanted by everything, and even has some n...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 5

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Harriet's fifteen minutes at the Martins goes just about as well as Emma could expect - such a pity that their social standing isn't ever-so-s...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 4

25 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Elton is back in town, and everyone's talking about his new bride. The soon-to-be Mrs. Elton is from a good, if unremarkable family, and most ...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 3

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Highbury is abuzz with big news - Mr. Elton is engaged! All we know is that her name is Miss Hawkins, and she has ten thousand pounds, which is plenty...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 2

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Fairfax is in town, so it's time for a deep dive into her story. As an orphan without inheritance, her visit to Highbury is her last hurrah b...

Emma, Volume 2, Chapter 1

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma, still trying to distract Harriet from Mr. Elton, comes up with the perfect solution - a visit to the Bates household. Unfortunately for Emma, th...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 18

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

More bad news - Frank Churchill is not coming to Highbury after all. Emma and Mr. Knightley spar over their interpretations of what Frank's seemin...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 17

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Elton has unexpectedly left town, and rather rudely as well. But Emma isn't too bothered by it, because it gives her space to do the thing she...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 16

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Back at home, Emma contemplates Mr. Elton's unexpected proposal. How could things have taken such an unexpected turn? Emma vows never to get invol...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 15 - Part 2

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Emma and Mr. Elton make their way home from the Christmas party, she makes a shocking discovery - Mr. Elton has been in love with her, not Harriet,...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 15 - Part 1

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Christmas party at Randalls moves to the drawing room, and Mr. Elton's behavior is increasingly bothersome. But before Emma can fret too much,...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 14

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas dinner at Randalls continues, and once Emma extricates herself from Mr. Elton's excessive overtures, she receives an exciting piece of n...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 13

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas is here, and the Westons are planning a party at their home. Sadly, Harriet has a cold and can't make it, and Emma is surprised that Mr....

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 12

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Knightley joins the party for the evening at Hartfield, and he and Emma are finally ready to make up after their disagreement about Harriet and Mr...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 11

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Harriet and Mr. Elton are temporarily forgotten, as Emma's sister and brother-in-law are in town from London! Everyone is thrilled to see Mr. and ...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 10

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma and Harriet set off on a noble outing to help the poor, and their walking path happens to pass by a certain vicar's house. Emma's best ef...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 9 - Part 3

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our saga of Mr. Elton's charade comes to a conclusion, as Emma and Harriet share the note with Mr. Woodhouse, which quickly turns into him frettin...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 9 - Part 2

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With Emma's revelation that Mr. Elton's charade was really a love note to Harriet, the two friends must celebrate, process their feelings, and...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 9 - Part 1

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma and Harriet's friendship just keeps growing, and their latest adventure is collecting charades and riddles for Harriet's new collection. ...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 8

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is always a delight when Mr. Knightley visits the Woodhouses at Hartfield, but today's visit soon turns quarrelsome when Mr. Knightley realizes...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 7

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's friendship with Harriet is deepening, and not a moment too soon, because Harriet has just received a proposal from Mr. Martin of Abbey Mill...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 6

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's new plan to match Harriet and Mr. Elton is going splendidly. What else could explain Mr. Elton's rapturous praise of the portrait of Ha...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 5

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's burgeoning friendship with Harriet Smith is big news, and the subject of disagreement between her friend and former governess Mrs. Weston, ...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 4

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma and Harriet are becoming fast friends, and their long walks are the perfect time for Harriet to talk all about her friends the Martins, who own a...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 3

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Highbury is full of characters, and this week a few have joined the Woodhouses at dinner. We have Mrs. and Miss Bates, the widow of a vicar and her go...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 2

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Emma's governess, Miss Taylor, married Mr. Weston, and it's time to learn some more about him. A widower, he has a son from his first marriage...

Emma, Volume 1, Chapter 1

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Season 2 is here! Join us as we meet Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever and rich - well intentioned, but perhaps a little too used to getting her own wa...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 61

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We made it - the final chapter of Pride and Prejudice! Elizabeth and Darcy, and Jane and Bingley, are married, and all that remains is to get a glimps...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 60

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth and Darcy are finally engaged, and getting ready to settle down. It's the perfect time to banter, inform their relations, and avoid the ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 59

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Now that Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy are engaged, there's just one more hurdle - telling her family. How will Jane, and Mr. Bennet, and Mrs. Bennet re...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 58

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Darcy's back in town. Will he visit Elizabeth or will Lady Catherine's diatribe put him off her forever? Don't worry, it takes more th...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 57

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A letter is in from Mr. Collins! Normally that's enough to put you to sleep on its own, but this one is more interesting than usual. According to ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 56

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

News travels fast, and not always accurately - Lady Catherine de Bourgh has arrived at Longbourn with the impression that Elizabeth is engaged to Mr. ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 55

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The moment has arrived! *wink wink* Mr. Bingley and Jane are engaged! We all knew how it would be in the end. Five thousand a year! Elizabeth is thril...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 54

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a few months later than Mrs. Bennet planned, but the Netherfield gentlemen are finally at Longbourn for their dinner date. While it's cle...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 53

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lydia and Wickham are off, but that's all right because there is even bigger news: Mr. Bingley is back at Netherfield! What does it mean - is he b...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 52

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mrs. Gardiner's letter arrives and Lizzy learns the truth of Mr. Darcy's involvement in Lydia and Wickham's marriage. Mrs. Gardiner seems ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 51

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lydia and Wickham have arrived at Longbourn. Somehow, Lydia seems totally unaware of what she put her family through, thoroughly shocking Elizabeth an...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 50

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's really happening - Lydia is going to marry Wickham. And in reflecting on their upcoming marriage, Lizzy realizes that perhaps she was too has...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 49

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Bennets finally receive word from Mr. Gardiner - Lydia and Mr. Wickham are to be married! What a relief. Yes, Mr. Gardiner probably paid Wickham o...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 48

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The ladies of Longbourn are on edge, waiting for a letter from London to give word of Lydia and Wickham. All they've gotten so far is condolences ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 47

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lizzy is back at Longbourn at last, and not a minute too soon. No one has heard from Mr. Bennet, Mrs. Bennet won't leave her room, and Jane is hol...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 46

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jane's letters finally arrive at Lambton, and Lizzy is in for a shock - Lydia has run off with Mr. Wickham! And Mr. Darcy arrived just in time to ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 45

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth and Mrs. Gardiner return to Pemberley to call on Miss Darcy, only to find themselves with Miss Bingley, Mrs. Hurst, and Mr. Darcy himself. T...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 44

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Darcy, Mr. Bingley, and Georgiana are coming to visit at Lambton. Elizabeth is eager for them to like her, and they are just as enthusiastic. It s...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 43 - Part 2

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Darcy is at Pemberley! And just as Elizabeth was getting comfortable on her tour. It's hard to say who is more embarrassed at this chance run-...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 43 - Part 1

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth has arrived at Pemberley. It really is a beautiful home, with stunning grounds. What it would have been to be its mistress! And Mrs. Reynold...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 42

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the Bennets adjust to Lydia's absence, Lizzy prepares for her summer trip with the Gardiners - they arrive, and the party is off to Derbyshire....

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 41

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lydia is going to Brighton! And though Lizzy tried to convince Mr. Bennet not to let her go, he didn't heed her advice. At least the departure of ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapters 39-40

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth and Jane are back at Longbourn! Well, almost - they just have to get through one long carriage ride with Kitty and Lydia prattling away befo...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapters 37-38

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth's visit to Hunsford is drawing to a close. Just a few more dinners with Lady Catherine, some interminable parting words from Mr. Collins...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 36

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth is reading and re-reading Mr. Darcy's letter, trying to make sense of it all. Who knew one letter could fundamentally alter everything y...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 35

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Be not alarmed listeners, on this episode, because Mr. Darcy just gave Lizzy a letter, and he has a lot to say. From his role in separating Jane and B...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 34

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Mr. Darcy proposed! What else is there to say - although he's the last man on earth whom Lizzy could ever be prevailed upon to marry, we ardently ...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapter 33

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lizzy runs into Colonel Fitzwilliam in the park, and receives devastating new information about Mr. Darcy and his role in Bingley and Jane's relat...

Pride and Prejudice, Chapters 31-32

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Hunsford party spends the evening at Rosings, where Elizabeth plays and sings (Lady Catherine thinks she'd be much better if she practiced). S...