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Celebrating 50 Years of Harlequin Presents

Harlequin Presents: Popular with Romance Readers for 50 Years

Posted on December 31, 2023December 26, 2024 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Harlequin Presents is the best-selling category romance line and has been for decades, celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

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Major Bertrice Small News

Posted on December 3, 2023December 3, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

The son of the late Bertrice Small, Tom Small, is overseeing the completion and release of two unpublished novels and auctioning off original manuscripts and cover art.

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My First Romance Cover Art-Related Purchase

Posted on November 4, 2023November 5, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Will Davies, a Canadian artist, created hundreds of romance covers.I was fortunate to purchase one of his works of art, albeit a smaller version.

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Covers of the Week #108: Enric Torres-Prat

Posted on July 23, 2023October 16, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

This week we shine the spotlight on some romance covers illustrated by Spanish artist Enric-Torres Prat, best known for his work in science fiction, fantasy, and Vampirella comics.

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In Memoriam: Author Julie Garwood

Posted on June 14, 2023December 28, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Beloved romance novelist Julie Garwood passed away at the age of 78. Our hearts are heavy with sadness as all will deeply miss her.

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Covers of the Week #104: Father’s Day

Posted on June 11, 2023June 11, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Father’s Day is coming up, so for Covers of the Week #104, we’re spotlighting some romance covers featuring dads and their kids.

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Covers of the Week #103: June Weddings

Posted on June 4, 2023October 12, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Since June is the traditional month for weddings, Our Covers of the Week #103 edition is dedicated to romance covers featuring brides and grooms for June weddings.

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Covers of the Week #101: Francis Marshall and Barbara Cartland

Posted on May 14, 2023October 16, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

For Covers of the Week #101, we look at the beautiful cover art Francis Marshall designed for Barbara Cartland’s romance novels. These iconic images showcase the fashion and historical context of her captivating stories.

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The New Status Symbol for Bookworms: Collectible Paperbacks

Posted on April 20, 2023August 4, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Romance book collecting is not just about the words on the page but appreciating the genre’s history and cover art. For bibliophiles looking to elevate their library and show off their love of books, collecting paperbacks is the way to go.

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Covers of the Week #99: Funny Covers with Animals

Posted on April 16, 2023April 29, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

These hilarious-looking romance covers featuring animals are will tickle your funny bone. Our 99th installment of Covers of the Week is bound to make you smile.

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