Her upcoming novel is a self-published, present-day retelling of Pride and Prejudice , set in the world of science, research, and reluctant romance between people from different worlds.

About the Author

Anita Costa is a self-taught writer living in the Netherlands with her husband, two children, and their tuxedo cat.

She fell in love with Jane Austen after watching Sense and Sensibility, and the image of being swept up in the rain by your crush still lives rent-free in her head.

By day, she works in healthcare; by night, she writes, reads, paints, knits, and crochets.

She is extremely proud of her children, her three surviving orchids, and the fact she writes fiction in her second language.

Her pronouns are she/her.

Pride and Prejudice, Reimagined

Explore answers to pressing questions about Anita Costa’s modern academic twist on Austen’s classic.


 Is this book a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice?

How does the academic setting shape the story?

The setting amplifies themes of rivalry, ambition, and personal growth, offering a fresh lens on timeless characters.

Who is the target audience for this book?

Fans of Austen and contemporary fiction will enjoy this blend of classic romance and modern wit.

Is this retelling true to the original ‘Pride and Prejudice’?

While true to the spirit of the original, the story introduces new contexts and conflicts unique to today’s world.


What inspired the author to write this story?



What makes Professor Darcy different from other retellings?

Anita Costa: Pride, Prejudice, and Academia

Reimagining Pride and Prejudice in the world of Research