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Films Based on Romance Novels IV: Classics

Posted on September 19, 2023September 19, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

We’re listing ten classic romance novels brought to life on the screen as films and TV shows. These timeless love stories have entertained audiences with their enduring themes of passion and self-discovery.

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Top Ten Tuesday: Favorite Movies

Posted on April 25, 2023April 25, 2023 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

This Top Ten Tuesday, we list our top ten favorite films. We have a rather eclectic list, and we think they’re amazing and entertaining movies.

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Movies Based on Romance Novels Part III: Silhouette Category Romances

Posted on October 19, 2022October 19, 2022 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

In the 1980s and 1990s, romance imprints Silhouette and Harlequin teamed up with Showtime and CBS to create television adaptations of some category novels. Here we’re covering the movies based on Silhouette romances.

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Movies Based on Romance Novels, Part II: Best-Selling Authors

Posted on June 18, 2022September 28, 2022 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

From the 1970s to the 1980s there would be a smattering of romance novels made into movies, some from Harlequin, Pocket Books, and other publishers. Here we look at four books that made it to the big screeen.

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Movies Based on Romance Novels, Part I: Barbara Cartland

Posted on April 12, 2022January 18, 2024 by jdiazsweetsavageflame

Considering the many romance novels published in the 20th century, it’s surprising how few of them were adapted for film or television. One exception is Barbara Cartland.

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