Comments on: Harlequin on Nightline and Romance Vs the Recession

By: Shannon

Shannon — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:41:03 +0000

I agree with the escapsim and goodness. Also, in the U.S., the big box retailers (Wal-Mart, Target, etc) offer a great discount on books. You can buy a Presents for $3.50, which is cheaper than a tube of lipstick (Estee Lauder theory that in times of recession, lipstick sales sore because women still want to buy something that makes them feel good but it’s little and doesn’t cost a lot so they don’t feel guilty).

By: MARIAN

MARIAN — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:36:23 +0000

I think especially now, we need that goodness, that HEA. That glimpse of hope and FEEL GOOD to tuck in our pocket, while we tackle other things.

It’s our outlet, fulfills a need . . . and it’s just plain fun!

Our books fuel us. Which is why I think there will always be a demand for our romances.

Hugs!

Marian Pearson Stevens

By: Heidi Rice

Heidi Rice — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 18:03:51 +0000

Escapism always does well when times are tough, because there’s so much more to escape from.

Loved the Nightline piece, especially that particularly hunky cover model! And Paul Rudd’s reading skills, he’s rather cute too isn’t he.

Heidi (who just got her escapist kick for the day, thanks Amy!)