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KEberleUSA

Thank you for the many, many, many hours of enjoyment!

Franca

Your books are simply dreams that come true! We all love you!

Leah

Dear Jane, I am delighted at this opportunity to let you know that every time I visit my father's grave in Dublin I pass by Tom Lefroy's final resting place and I always place a flower on your behalf. Love always, Leah x

Tara

Hi Jane, you are an unique individual who not only wrote incredible novels that have stood the test if time with the stories that you wrote which address societal issues of class and portal if women at that time. You were a woman ahead of her time who made heroines of all your novels feel emancipated, head strong and willing to change the future for the next generation of women in the world. You are definitely, my favourite lady author and Pride and Prejudice will always be my favourite novel by you. Your timeless classics have had amazing hold on every reader of every age, generation and gender. Here is to the lady of the hour Jane Austen long may your novels and your tenacity hold affection fir time and eternity. Thank you, Tara

Teresa

Thank you for expanding my reading, giving me a greater interest in literature and helping to forge a special bond with my two girls because of our love of your writing.

Miss Philys Bcn

Dear Jane, We are celebrating a great anniversary of your birth. We thank you for having lived and for having written the stories that have become works worthy of study, and which today reveal the great insight you had and have passed on to us. Thank you so much for your infinite legacy!

Ilaria Montaguti

Jane, you were the first to give me the pleasure of reading and discovering other worlds parallel to my own. You helped me find my way of thinking, of being, and you give me refuge when I need it. Thank you.

Victoria

Jane, I really appreciate your books, because they perfectly describe different human behaviors. I admire so much.

Ashley-Ann

Dear Jane, I cannot thank you enough for writing your wonderful, witty and heart warming novels. They have been my loyal companions throughout my life since I was a teenager. Pride & Prejudice is my favourite story and I just love, love, love it! I was so inspired by your novel that I called my son Darcy so I have my very own Mr Darcy!

M.Carmen

Jane Austen has made me feel very happy she has been like a friend for me. I like all her characters and stories.

AME

Dear Miss Austen, (or Jane, if I may), Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your wonderful books. They have helped me get through some tough times in my life. Every time I feel a little low, I will pick up "Pride and Prejudice" or "Sense and Sensibility" or "Persuasion" and lose myself in your wonderful words and characters. You have been a Blessing to the literary world, and I am thankful that you wrote your wonderful books.

Susan Berry

You have pierced my soul with your beautiful novels.

Eliza

Thank you for taking the time to write, inspire and guide generations of young people. Manners, general etiquette and kindness for others, the importance of self esteem and deportment are timeless and I am forever grateful to you for your guidance.

Gemma Poole

I would tell her that she is one of the greatest female writers of all times whose books will live on forever more through generations to come

TL

I can't imagine life without the existence of characters like Elizabeth Bennet, Elinor Dashwood, Ann Elliot and so many more. All of these wonderful people existed in Jane Austen's imagination, and we are all thankful for that! :)

Natasha Perry

Thank you Jane for giving the world such amazing novels. Thank you for creating the most amazing characters ever. Your novels make me so happy and inspire me everyday. Truly a genius writer and amazing person!

Soracha

Your novels are pure escapism from modern life. Just so entertaining and witty. Love immersing myself in the world’s you have created. No one writes like you, even 250 years later!

Wanda

Thank you for your creation with fabric. Your embroidery and quilting has inspired my creations.

Your local Scottish bookworm

Jane Austen....YOUR BOOKS ARE IMACULATE, and I am proud to say there are no books that are better than hers, if you leave me in a room with her books trust i am locking the door and staying in there, Jane Austen has proved to be not only an EXCELLENT author but also have an EXCELLENT mind to keep me reading to, what?, 3am in the morning!!! HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, ps i'm reading Pride and Prejudice📚!!

June in Five Oak Green

Thank you Jane for your amazing insight into life during the Georgian era. Your novels are witty and entertaining. I've only recently started reading them, but I'm so enjoying them.

Jane Austen Book Club Brasil

Thank you for your bravery and perseverance! For never giving up! For encouraging writers and bringing joy to readers' lives through your writing for generations.

Vera Stojcevski

Dear Jane Your heroines empowered me from teen years and throughout life to know it’s ok to be me. Strong and resilient. Thank you.

Lol65

A simple huge thank you for all the joy you’ve brought.

Paula

My Dearest Jane, a little something you should know on this monumental occasion. No one else has come close to matching your wit, your sarcasm or your insight into society. You have proven yourself to be a most accomplished author in every way! Congratulations on being someone who has shaped the minds of so many and you will continue to do so for generations to come. Yours affectionately as always.

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Tributes for Jane Austen's 250th year

Angie

Thank you for creating such a memorable world, such inspiring characters and for leaving such a legacy

Fernando García-Pañeda

Dear Jane, Forgive them all, for they know not what they do. Thank you for everything, thank you so much for being there.

Andy

Jane, My wife adores your every word, symbolism and positivity in all your fabulous novels. I try hard to live up to her expectations, set by your very high standards. Sometimes I stumble, sometimes I fail, but on occasions I hit the mark. My wife though is a beautiful sublime creature, a heroine, straight out of one of your romances. Life can be a difficult road, made easier by your eloquent words. Thank you for bringing us together.

Candace

Thank you, Jane, for writing what was in your heart. Your writing helps give me the freedom to be myself, without apology. Your work has changed my life, I wish you knew how much you are adored.

Marit Eistrup

Thank you for your wonderful novels allowing us - so many years later - to look through the window to the world you lived in. For all your wise and funny remarks and brilliant characters Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

Jeanette

I wonder what she would think about her popularity! The world knows and loves Mr Darcy and Elizabeth Bennett! Miss Austen Is an inspiration, she teaches us to be ourselves- not settle for less.

Elizabeth Bryan Rhode

Dear Jane, Thank you for all the gorgeous characters places And stories you have given me and continue to give me. Whenever I need a lovely place to be, I read you. Thank You 250 years are just the beginning.

Pixie Paris Rowe

You have brought delight, joy and tears to my life, and the more I learn of your life, the more I value and respect your fierce womanhood. I weep at the thought of your short, challenging life, ending so young. Your stories live in my mind, your life story shapes the geography of this country for me, and your bold, creative life inspires me still. Rest in Peace, and Rise in Glory X x

Davide

Jane Austen, Agatha Christie, Ilaria Montaguti, What else?

Julie Dabnor

Thank you for the wonderful stories! If only you knew how celebrated you are!

Beatrice

Jane has made me happy, even in the darkest of times. Thanks to Jane, there's a community of lovely people to meet and enjoy our admiration of her talents together!

Victoria

Your work had inspired many generations and will continue to do so thoughtout history. Your wit and accuracy with characters and feelings have never been captured quite like you have. In a world where there is so much uncertainty today, you still give women a dream, not only that they can find their Mr Darcy or Colonel Brandon, but they can achieve all that men can achieve. Although life for women has improved vastly since your day, we are still fighting for equal rights and recognition in a mans world. You paved the way to give us hope in so many ways. I cannot imagine my life without Jane Austen.

Niki

Dearest Miss Jane, we're forever grateful for your courage and tenacity in breaking through the oppressive bonds of status and culture, and in this way, instructing and guiding generations of readers and non readers in better understanding ourselves and each other. I know more about me and us, because of you. Thank you!

Tina

Dearest Jane, I often wonder if you knew – while writing by candlelight, with quiet sharpness and unwavering grace – how many hearts you would touch long after your ink had dried. Your words have walked beside me in silent strength. You taught me that wit need not wound, that honesty may be subtle, and that one can speak volumes without ever raising a voice. In your characters I’ve found comfort, challenge, and companionship. In your irony – truth wrapped in silk. Thank you for showing the world that elegance and insight are not a contradiction. With lasting admiration and heartfelt affection, Yours ever – Tina, proprietor of Miss Austen’s Booketerie and author of books inspired by your world

Pauline Macklin

Jane, your writing displays tremendous insight into the human condition. The people that you wrote about over 200 years ago and their behaviors and motivations still resonate today, it's what makes your writing universal and feels so relevant today and I feel always will. You are able to cut through the pretensions of peoples characters and show how true values and compassion are always what really matters. These qualities in your writing are what I aspire to every day. Thank you with all my heart.

Eileen

Thank you Jane for your wonderful writing, and for all the friends I have made because of our shared interest in your work.

Eryn D.

Thank you, Jane, for being the epitome of a woman who pursued God’s purpose for her life without fail and with wit to spare. Your stories and prayers have inspired generations, and they have been a space of solace for me for the majority of my life. Thank you for never failing to be you.

Diana Shand

Dear Jane. For almost 3 decades I have been loving you works. The one book you wrote, that received the least Fanfare reception, was my first and I finished it in two nights. After M.P. I couldn't rest until I knew all your works. Your books made me fall in love with reading again. I am so grateful for the legacy you left behind. I celebrate every of your (and Charles's 🤭) birthday and I remember you on every 18 July/7 Oct. Rest in eternal Peace 🕯🙏🏻🌿

Jules

Hi Jane. I was at your home in Chawton over the weekend. As a part of the event I wrote a letter to you. I am sure you would read it with your jaw on the ground. 250 years on we are Celebrating YOU and all you have given us! I felt a real tingle knowing I was writing in the same place where you had done the same!! Wow!! Thank you seems so inadequate. I hope you have a smile at our dedication to your memory. Rest easy. Jules

CE

Thank you for all the books, especially Persuasion. Still looking for my Captain Wentworth. Sleep sweetly, Jane

Polly

Thank you for creating such wonderful works. One of the thing I love most about your books is the timeless quality. Each time I re-read them, new things are brought to light. I have met many ladies through JASNA.

Elaine Kennedy

Sometimes it's the quiet people who speak for those who can't. You brought women a little closer to being heard, seen and valued. Thank you for that, Jane.

Rosane Luz

My dear Jane! You write from the soul and bring joy and inspiration to your readers. Thank you very much, from Brazil.

Noor

Dear Jane, Thank you for your wonderful works! I love to read your books and they make me laugh and smile. I wish i could talk to you today. God bless

Jodie Samuel

If I could speak to Jane I would say thank you so much for your imagination your books brought me through some of my toughest days, I can escape whatever is happening in my life and just get lost in your words and stories! I am eternally grateful for you always!

Selisa Grimes

Ms. Austen, Happy 250th Birthday! Your novels have been life to me. I’m not being overly dramatic. I’ve found out what love is really like, what betrayal can do, manners and the love of reading beautiful words upon a page. You will be thrilled that we have movies all attempting to capture your writing via actors and movie sets. Your have left your novels in good hands especially in the new world. Every time I am in the company of an English person, I tell them “I am English too!” I then explain that I have all your novels and movies. lol!!! I hope they are very proud that I would want to be apart of a country that borne you. Thank you for what you have added to our lives through words. May we all add to planet earth the way that you have..

Lainey

I would say that she should keep on writing her marvelous novels, to introduce new stories and characters about life in regency England. That she has a way of drawing you into a situation that you feel that you are there and watching Regency life.

Sonnet

Jane, you’re alive in fiction! Jane, you’re my teenage addiction! I thought you were a phase— An ephemeral, girly craze, My literary promenade (I loved Darcy in masquerade!) Jane, you are a friend, sister, and mother To daughters of the awakened age! We all had a phase with darling Jane: A phase with Elizabeth Bennet, A beef with Fanny Price, A crush on Mr. Darcy, Contempt for Mr. Collins, Adoration of Catherine Morland, Inspiration from Anne Elliot, Infatuation with the Dashwood girls, And sweet amusement from Emma Woodhouse— I love you more than I can say (Look at me using bold clichés!) My literary promenade! You’re deeper than mere romance— Woolf would call you a proto-feminist! Join me for tea! I would love your company! Tell me about finding soulmates with glances across the room— I suffer in silence and longing — Heal my dramatic doom! Speak to me from your pages, And whisper with your words. I will respond with my gazes, Falling upon the wisdom of: Pride and Prejudice

Fabiana

Jane è parte della mia vita tutti i giorni. I suoi romanzi e la sua vita mi portano nel suo mondo di cui adoro far parte. Non vedo l’ora di tornare a chawton i primi di agosto. A presto Jane. Un bacio dall’Italia.

Katie J.

Dearest Jane, I would love to meet for coffee one day and catch up with all the gossip. Your books are just the best! You have no idea but people are still crazy for them!