As a devoted fan of Jane Austen, I’m constantly on the lookout for new books inspired by her work, especially those for young adult readers. Luckily for me, dozens of new spinoff novels, adaptations, and retellings are released every year. I know I’m not alone in my obsession, so I put together a list of the newest books and upcoming titles to share with fellow fans. Whether you’re looking for a coloring book, something funny, romantic, or mysterious, you’ll find it here.<\/p>\n
no no 9781626923782 Pride and Prejudice (Illustrated Novel)<\/i> by Jane Austen, illustrated by Shiei <\/p>\n
This beautifully illustrated edition of Pride and Prejudice<\/i> includes Jane Austen\u2019s original text and over 120 gorgeous illustrations. The manga-style artwork will appeal to younger generations and introduce them to Austen\u2019s most beloved and timeless novel.<\/p>\n
9781536239034 Stuck Up and Stupid<\/i> by Angourie Rice and Kate Rice <\/p>\n
Stuck Up and Stupid<\/i> is a fun, light romance novel that cleverly parallels the plot, scenes, and even dialogue of Austen’s Pride and Prejudice<\/i>. Lily (Lizzie Bennett) finds Hollywood star Dorian (Mr. Darcy) to be superficial and arrogant. But as their paths continue to cross, she wonders if perhaps she read him wrong. Austen super fans will love how the authors use the original five Bennett sisters as Lily’s mother and aunts.<\/p>\n
9780763655082 Jane Austen Goes to Hollywood<\/i> by Abby McDonald <\/p>\n
This novel is a modern retelling of Sense and Sensibility<\/i> about two sisters who move to Hollywood when their father dies. Grace struggles to adjust to her new life and misses the crush she left behind. Hallie throws herself headlong into her new life and tries to make a name for herself as an actress. It\u2019s a charming novel that Janeites of all ages will enjoy. <\/p>\n
9780593463345 The Davenports<\/i> by Krystal Marquis <\/p>\n
While this novel is based on an actual American family, the Pattersons, it has many themes that Jane Austen fans will love. It\u2019s about four young women searching for love, purpose, and independence. Their stories continue in the sequel, The Davenports: More Than This<\/a><\/i>.<\/p>\n 9780451496560 Color Me Jane<\/i> by Jacqui Oakley <\/p>\n Color scenes from all of Jane Austen’s books as well as regency fashions, quotes, and patterns. With eight pull-out posters to color, this little book is perfect for any Austen fan.<\/p>\n 9780593710708 A Queen\u2019s Game<\/i> by Katharine McGee <\/p>\n Like Jane Austen\u2019s stories, this novel from the bestselling author of American Royals<\/a><\/i> features a lush historical setting and a romance-focused plot. Based on actual events, it features three young women navigating royal romances and ambition. While it is not based on an Austen novel, her fans will find much to love about it.<\/p>\n 9781683691754 William Shakespeare\u2019s The Taming of the Clueless <\/i> by Ian Doescher, illustrated by Kent Barton <\/p>\n If you\u2019ve seen Clueless<\/i>, you probably know it is a loose retelling of Jane Austen\u2019s Emma<\/i>. This book uses hilarious Shakespearian language to retell the movie, complete with crushes, besties, and matchmaking galore. Every Emma<\/i> and Clueless<\/i> fan needs to have a copy of this book on their shelf.<\/p>\n yes no For Older Teens: 9780345524966 Jane Austen Made Me Do It <\/i> edited by Laurel Ann Nattress <\/p>\n Regency enthusiasts will want to read this collection of original Austen-inspired short stories. Whether inspired by her life, novels, or era, the stories in the collection will become favorites for every Janeite. <\/p>\n 9781641296175 Being A Jane Austen Mystery Series<\/i> by Stephanie Barron <\/p>\n Dive into a fictional series<\/a> that casts Jane Austen as an amateur sleuth! Stephanie Barron scoured Austen\u2019s letters, journals, and biographies to create an authentic atmosphere for these cozy stories. With 15 books in the series, Austen lovers will have plenty of reading material to obsess over.<\/p>\n Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in 2016 and updated in 2025.<\/small><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you’re a fan of Austen and YA, you’ll love this list of the latest and greatest Austen-inspired books.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":113467,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[83,97,100,101,162,954],"coauthors":[23],"class_list":["post-6754","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-classic-characters","tag-romance","tag-adaptations","tag-jane-austen","tag-ya","tag-educators","ages_stages-teen"],"yoast_head":"\nYou might also like:<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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