Helen Brooks
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Rita Bradshaw is a British
romance
novelist, she wrote historical romances as her real name and under the pseudonym Helen Brooks contemporany romances at Mills & Boon
since 1992.
, England
. She met her husband Clive at the age of 16. They have three children: Cara, Faye, and Benjamin.
A formed secretary, she began writing in 1990 at the age of 40, and published her first novel in 1992 at Mills & Boon
under the pseudonym Helen Brooks. Since 1998, she also sing historical romances as her real name.
She lives in Northampton
with her family, and her hobbies include going to the cinema or theater, reading, swimming, and having friends over for dinner.
United Kingdom
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romance
Romance novel
The romance novel is a literary genre developed in Western culture, mainly in English-speaking countries. Novels in this genre place their primary focus on the relationship and romantic love between two people, and must have an "emotionally satisfying and optimistic ending." Through the late...
novelist, she wrote historical romances as her real name and under the pseudonym Helen Brooks contemporany romances at Mills & Boon
Mills & Boon
Mills & Boon is a British publisher of romance novels. It was founded in 1908, and was independent until its purchase in 1971 by Harlequin Enterprises with whom the company had had a long informal partnership...
since 1992.
Biography
Rita Bradshaw born in 1950 in NorthamptonNorthampton
Northampton is a large market town and local government district in the East Midlands region of England. Situated about north-west of London and around south-east of Birmingham, Northampton lies on the River Nene and is the county town of Northamptonshire. The demonym of Northampton is...
, England
England
England is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. It shares land borders with Scotland to the north and Wales to the west; the Irish Sea is to the north west, the Celtic Sea to the south west, with the North Sea to the east and the English Channel to the south separating it from continental...
. She met her husband Clive at the age of 16. They have three children: Cara, Faye, and Benjamin.
A formed secretary, she began writing in 1990 at the age of 40, and published her first novel in 1992 at Mills & Boon
Mills & Boon
Mills & Boon is a British publisher of romance novels. It was founded in 1908, and was independent until its purchase in 1971 by Harlequin Enterprises with whom the company had had a long informal partnership...
under the pseudonym Helen Brooks. Since 1998, she also sing historical romances as her real name.
She lives in Northampton
Northampton
Northampton is a large market town and local government district in the East Midlands region of England. Situated about north-west of London and around south-east of Birmingham, Northampton lies on the River Nene and is the county town of Northamptonshire. The demonym of Northampton is...
with her family, and her hobbies include going to the cinema or theater, reading, swimming, and having friends over for dinner.
Single Novels
- Stone Angel (1992)
- Deceitful Lover (1992)
- The Devil You Know (1992)
- Cruel Conspiracy (1992)
- Gentle Savage (1993)
- Cold Fire (1993)
- Sweet Betrayal (1993)
- And the Bride Wore Black (1993)
- A Heartless Marriage (1993)
- Bitter Honey (1993)
- Dark Oasis (1994)
- Knight in Black Velvet (1994)
- The Sultan's Favourite (1994)
- Web of Darkness (1994)
- Lovers Not Friends (1994)
- Angels Do Have Wings (1994)
- Lace and Satin (1995)
- The Twisted Cord (1995) (reedited as Rita Bradshaw)
- Fire Beneath the Ice (1995)
- The Marriage Solution (1995)
- Dream Wedding (1996)
- Reckless Flirtation (1996)
- For a Mother's Love (1996)
- Satisfaction Guaranteed (1997)
- Treasure Hunt Vacation (1998)
- The Bride's Secret (1998)
- A Man Worth Waiting for (1998)
- Very Private Revenge (1998)
- Mistletoe Mistress (1998)
- The Marriage Quest (1999)
- A Boss in a Million (1999)
- Mistress to a Millionaire (1999)
- A Whirlwind Marriage (2000)
- Sleeping Partners (2001)
- The Greek Tycoon's Bride (2002)
- Christmas at His Command (2002)
- The Passionate Husband (2004)
- A Ruthless Agreement (2005)
- Italian Tycoon's Bride (2006)
- The Billionaire Boss's Secretary Bride (2008)
- The Boss's Inexperienced Secretary (2009)
- The Millionaire's Christmas Wife (2009)
- Sweet Surrender With the Millionaire (2010)
Nine to Five Series Multi-Author
- The Irresistible Tycoon (2001)
- The Mistress Contract (2001)
In Love With Her Boss Series Multi-Author
- The Parisian Playboy (2002)
- Mistress by Agreement (2003)
Dinner at 8 Series Multi-Author
- His Marriage Ultimatum (2004)
- The Millionaire's Prospective Wife (2005)
- The Billionaire's Marriage Mission (2006)
- His Christmas Bride (2007)
Omnibus Collections
- Christmas Gift Pack (2000)
- Blind-date Brides (2002)
- The Devil You Know / Cruel Conspiracy (2004)
- Deceitful Lover / Gentle Savage (2004)
- Suspicious Proposal / Convenient Proposal (2005)
- Man Worth Waiting for / Marriage Quest (2006)
Collections In Collaboration
- The Parent Trap (1997) (with Emma GoldrickEmma GoldrickEmma Goldrick was the pseudonym used by the married writing team formed by Emma Elizabeth Jean Sutcliffe and Robert N. Goldrick . Under this name they wrote 41 romance novels published by Mills & Boon between 1983 and 1996...
) - French Kiss (2001) (with Catherine George)
- Desert Destinies (2001) (with Emma DarcyEmma DarcyEmma Darcy is the pseudonym used by the Australian husband-wife writing team of Wendy Brennan and Frank Brennan , they wrote in collaboration over 45 romance novels. In 1993, in the Emma Darcy Pseudonym's 10th anniversary, They created the "Emma Darcy Award Contest" to encourage authors to finish...
and Mary LyonsMary LyonsThis is blatantly an advertising article.Mary-Jo Wormell , better known as Mary Lyons, was a popular British writer of 45 romance novels for Mills & Boon from 1983 to 2001....
) - A Christmas Seduction (2001) (with Emma DarcyEmma DarcyEmma Darcy is the pseudonym used by the Australian husband-wife writing team of Wendy Brennan and Frank Brennan , they wrote in collaboration over 45 romance novels. In 1993, in the Emma Darcy Pseudonym's 10th anniversary, They created the "Emma Darcy Award Contest" to encourage authors to finish...
and Catherine SpencerCatherine SpencerCatherine Spencer is a popular Canadian writer of over 40 romance novels in Harlequin Enterprises Ltd since 1986. She also signed her books as Kathy Orr.-Biography:...
) - Sealed with a Kiss (2002) (with Judith Bowen and Debbie MacomberDebbie MacomberDebbie Macomber is a best-selling American author of over 150 romance novels and contemporary women's fiction. Over 140 million copies of her books are in print throughout the world, and four have become made-for-TV-movies...
) (My Funny Valentine / Mom And Mr. Valentine / Her Secret Valentine) - Business Affairs (2003) (with Lynne GrahamLynne GrahamLynne Graham is a popular Northern Irish author of over 60 romance novels. She published her novels in Mills & Boon since 1987.-Biography:...
and Kim Lawrence) - Contract Husbands (2003) (with Catherine George and Jessica SteeleJessica SteeleJessica Steele is a popular British author of over 85 romance novels. Her novels have been published by Mills & Boon since 1979.-Biography:...
) - Marrying the Boss (2003) (with Alison Roberts and Jessica SteeleJessica SteeleJessica Steele is a popular British author of over 85 romance novels. Her novels have been published by Mills & Boon since 1979.-Biography:...
) - Falling for the Boss (2005) (with Barbara McMahonBarbara McMahonBarbara McMahon is a popular U.S.American writer of over 65 romance novels published by Harlequin Enterprises Ltd since 1984.-Biography:...
and Cathy WilliamsCathy WilliamsCathy Williams is a British writer of romance novels in Mills & BoonWilliams was born on Trinidad in the West Indies. She lives in Chiswick London, England which her husband Richard and their three daughters; Charlotte, Olivia and Emma.-Single Novels:...
) - Her Greek Millionaire (2005) (with Helen BianchinHelen BianchinHelen Bianchin is a popular Australian writer of over 50 romance novels in Mills & Boon since 1975.-Biography:...
and Sara WoodSara Wood (novelist)Sara Wood was a popular British writer of 49 romance novels in Mills & Boon from 1986 to 2004.-Biography:Sara Wood was born in England in a poor family. She was a good student, but when was 16, she decided to take a secretarial course....
) - After Office Hours... (2006) (with Jessica SteeleJessica SteeleJessica Steele is a popular British author of over 85 romance novels. Her novels have been published by Mills & Boon since 1979.-Biography:...
and Lee WilkinsonLee WilkinsonLee Wilkinson was a popular British writer of over 30 romance novels in Mills & Boon since 1987.-Biography:Lee Wilkinson born in Nottingham, England, is the only child. She was educated at an all-girls' school....
) - Christmas Treasures (2006) (with Caroline AndersonCaroline AndersonCaroline Anderson is a popular British writer of over 80 contemporary romance novels to Mills & Boon since 1991. She specializes in medical romances. She has lived in Suffolk, England.-Single Novels:...
and Betty NeelsBetty NeelsEvelyn Jessy "Betty" Neels was a prolific English author of romance novels. She wrote over 134 titles , beginning in 1969 and continuing until her death...
) - City Heat (2007) (with Catherine George and Rebecca Winters)
- It Happened At Christmas (2007) (with Penny JordanPenny JordanPenny Halsall, née Penelope Jones better known by her pen name of Penny Jordan, is a best-selling and prolific English writer of over 200 romance novels...
and Carol WoodCarol WoodCarol Wood is a current councilwoman-at-large for the City of Lansing, MI having been elected for the At-Large position in November 1999, two years after an unsuccessful campaign for the 4th Ward in 1997....
) (Bride At Bellfield Mill / Family For Hawthorn Farm / Tilly Of Tap House) - Mistress by Consent (2007) (with Margaret WayMargaret WayMargaret Way is an Australian writer, and she is one of Mills & Boon's most prolific authors with more than 110 novels.-Biography:Margaret Way was born on 7 August in Brisbane, Australia...
and Sara WoodSara Wood (novelist)Sara Wood was a popular British writer of 49 romance novels in Mills & Boon from 1986 to 2004.-Biography:Sara Wood was born in England in a poor family. She was a good student, but when was 16, she decided to take a secretarial course....
) - The Joy of Christmas (2007) (with Betty NeelsBetty NeelsEvelyn Jessy "Betty" Neels was a prolific English author of romance novels. She wrote over 134 titles , beginning in 1969 and continuing until her death...
and Margaret WayMargaret WayMargaret Way is an Australian writer, and she is one of Mills & Boon's most prolific authors with more than 110 novels.-Biography:Margaret Way was born on 7 August in Brisbane, Australia...
) - Winter Waifs (2007) (with Penny JordanPenny JordanPenny Halsall, née Penelope Jones better known by her pen name of Penny Jordan, is a best-selling and prolific English writer of over 200 romance novels...
and Carol WoodCarol WoodCarol Wood is a current councilwoman-at-large for the City of Lansing, MI having been elected for the At-Large position in November 1999, two years after an unsuccessful campaign for the 4th Ward in 1997....
) - Reckless Flirtation / Luc's Revenge (2008) (with Catherine George)
- Bride at Bellfield Mill / Family for Hawthorn Farm / Tilly of Tap House (2008) (with Penny JordanPenny JordanPenny Halsall, née Penelope Jones better known by her pen name of Penny Jordan, is a best-selling and prolific English writer of over 200 romance novels...
and Carol WoodCarol WoodCarol Wood is a current councilwoman-at-large for the City of Lansing, MI having been elected for the At-Large position in November 1999, two years after an unsuccessful campaign for the 4th Ward in 1997....
) - A Passionate Affair (2009) (with Elizabeth PowerElizabeth PowerElizabeth "Lizzie" Power is a British actress. Power began her career in repertory theatre and went on to appear in several West End musicals. However, she best known for her work on British television, in particular her role as Christine Hewitt in the BBC soap opera, EastEnders . She has since...
and Kathryn RossKathryn RossKathryn Ross is a popular British writer of over 30 romance novels. Her books have been translated into English, Spanish, French, Dutch , Portuguese , Italian Modern Greek, Japanese, Swedish, Finnish, Afrikaans, Polish, Arabic, Danish, German, Hebrew , Korean, Turkish, Norwegian, and Thai.Ross...
) - Her Mediterranean Boss (2009) (with Barbara McMahonBarbara McMahonBarbara McMahon is a popular U.S.American writer of over 65 romance novels published by Harlequin Enterprises Ltd since 1984.-Biography:...
and Trish Morey) - Millionaire's Woman (2009) (with Catherine George and Angie Ray)
Single novels
- Alone Beneath the Heaven (1998)
- Reach for Tomorrow (1999)
- Ragamuffin Angel (2000)
- The Stony Path (2001)
- The Urchin's Song (2002)
- Candles in the Storm (2003)
- The Most Precious Thing (2004)
- Always I'll Remember (2005)
- The Rainbow Years (2006)
- Skylarks at Sunset (2007)
- Eve and Her Sisters (2008)
- Above the Harvest Moon (2008)
- Gilding the Lily (2009)
- Born to Trouble (2009)