Guide to the Patricia Coughlin papers, 1974-1987

(bulk 1984-1987)

John Hay Library , Special Collections
Box A
Brown University
Providence, RI 02912
Tel: 401-863-2146
email: hay@brown.edu

Published in 2013

Collection Overview

Title:	Patricia Coughlin Papers
Date range:	1974-1987, (bulk 1984-1987)
Creator:	Coughlin, Patricia
Extent:	2.0 Linear feet
Abstract:	The collection includes mostly manuscript drafts of romantic novels, written by Patricia Coughlin under the pen name Liz Grady. There is also correspondence between the author and the publishers (Harlequin, and Silhouette). Includes some computer generated copies of Ms. Coughlin's novels and proofread galleys.
Language of materials:	English
Repository:	John Hay Library , Special Collections
Collection number:	MS.90.14

Scope & content

The collection is arranged alphabetically by title in one series: Manuscripts. The series is comprised of drafts, galley proofs, and computer generated copies of the future publications. Individual drafts are accompanied by correspondence with publishers including notes, remarks, and intructions.

Box 1 contains the following titles: The Bargain (1987), Dark Splendor (1986), Heart of Gold (1984), Heart of the Hunter (1986), Hearts at Risk (1984), Lovers and Pretenders (1985).

Box 2 contains the following titles: Message for Jesse (1985), Reclaim the Dream (1987), Shady Lady (1974), Stolen Kisses (1986), Touch of Moonlight (1984).

Access Points

Subject Names

• Grady, Liz

Subject Topics

• American fiction--20th century
• American fiction--Women authors

Document Types

• Letters (Correspondence)
• Romantic fiction (love stories)

Subject Topics

• Language and Literature

Arrangement

The collection is arranged alphabetically by title in one series:

• I. Manuscripts

Biographical/Historical note

Patricial Coughlin, a Providence College graduate, is the author of 24 novels. She also writes under the pen name Liz Grady. She began writing in 1982 for Warner Books, Harlequin, and Silhouette. Several of her books, which she writes in 12 weeks, have sold more than 1000,000 copies. By Ms. Coughlin's own words, her audience is predominantly women, a lot of them are professionals.

Ms. Coughlin is the recipient of several awards, including the 1987 Romantic Times Award for the best new romantic adventure author, and the 1998 RITA Award for Best Traditional Romance.

Ms. Coughlin lives in Cranston, Rhode Island with her husband and two sons.

Access & Use

Access to the collection:	There are no restrictions on access, except that the collection can only be seen by prior appointment. Some materials may be stored off-site and cannot be produced on the same day on which they are requested.
Use of the materials:	Although Brown University has physical ownership of the collection and the materials contained therein, it does not claim literary rights. Researchers should note that compliance with copyright law is their responsibility. Researchers must determine the owners of the literary rights and obtain any necessary permissions from them.
Preferred citation:	Coughlin Patricia Papers, MS.90.14, Brown University
Contact information:	John Hay Library , Special Collections Box A Brown University Providence, RI 02912 Tel: 401-863-2146 email: hay@brown.edu

Administrative Information

ABOUT THE COLLECTION
Acquisition:	The collection was donated to Brown University by Ms. Coughlin in 1988.
Custodial history:	The collection was separated during acqusition into 16 published titles (26 items) and unpublished drafts. See Separated materials note for information.
ABOUT THE FINDING AID
Author:	Finding aid prepared by Brown University Library staff.
Encoding:	This finding aid was produced using the Archivists' Toolkit 2013 January 25
Descriptive rules:	Finding aid based on Describing Archives: A Content Standard (DACS)
Sponsor:	Processing funded by a grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.

Additional Information

Separated material:

The collection was separated during acquisition into 16 published titles (26 items) and unpublished drafts. The published manuscripts were incorporated into Brown's collections with the establishment of the Christine Dunlap Farnham Archives, which is "dedicated to preserving and the continued collection of materials documenting the history of women in Brown University and Pembroke College, the post-graduate lives of Brown University and Pembroke College alumnae, and the lives of Rhode Island women."Romance Novels by Brown and Rhode Island AuthorsThe Patricia Coughlin ns2:titles are accessible through the online database: Romance Novels by Brown and Rhode Island Authors.The 16 titles (26 items) received from Ms. Coughlin are: Teacher's Pet Dark Splendor Heart of Gold Heart of the hunter Lovers and pretenders Reclaim the dream Stolen kisses Too close for comfort Touch of moonlight Message for Jesse Shady Lady Wild paradise Shady Lady Lovers and pretenders Reclaim the dream Stolen Kisses

Inventory

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