Monthly Archives: February 2007

Why I Love The Italian’s Forced Bride!

Posted on February 16, 2007 by Tamara in reader

Hi, I’m actually lucky enough to work here at Harlequin, in the new business development and strategy department, which means I do a lot of analysis. Before Harlequin I had never read a Presents, one of my colleagues strong-armed me … Continue reading »

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Happy Valentines Day!

Posted on February 14, 2007 by Tessa in books, Uncategorized

by Tessa Shapcott I have to confess we wear a lot of red, pink and hearts at the Harlequin offices today (well, at least the women do!) and it’s kind of a big day for us. Love, romance, happy endings … Continue reading »

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Is the New James Bond the Perfect Harlequin Presents Movie Star?

Posted on February 12, 2007 by Tessa in books, celebrity

Have you seen Casino Royale, the latest James Bond movie yet? I wasn’t sure about blond British actor, Daniel Craig, but after few glimpses of that bod (oh, those pecs and those swimming trunks) and his ruthless dedication to his … Continue reading »

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What about Sex?

Posted on February 9, 2007 by Tessa in author, books, signing

by Tessa Shapcott, In my last post I was talking about Harlequin Presents and Sex. It may surprise you to know that going beyond the bedroom door was one of the reasons why Presents came to be launched — we’ve been … Continue reading »

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What is the Secret of the Appeal of Harlequin Presents?

Posted on February 7, 2007 by Tessa in books, offers

Welcome to the world of those who love Harlequin Presents! We know; not everyone gets the appeal, the fantasy, the fun, the sheer delight of this world. But for those of us who do – let’s celebrate. We asked Tessa, Executive Editor, to share some of the history with us.

HARLEQUIN PRESENTS: Still Passionate After All These Years

When and why was the Harlequin Presents series launched?
Presents first hit the shelves in 1973 and was conceived to offer romance that was different in flavour to Harlequin’s existing line, Romance. Three now legendary writers, Violet Winspear, Anne Hampson and Anne Mather, led the way with their dramatic, sophisticated and sensual styles. Continue reading »

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