Valerie Taylor Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS-0206

Staff Only

Collection Overview

Abstract

The Valerie Taylor Collection is comprised of manuscripts, editor's corrections and writing notes for two published and one unpublished romance novels by the author. The papers date from roughly 1992-2004. The collection also includes a proof for the novel Spiral Path by Mary Jo Putney.

Dates

Creation: 1992-2004, undated

Extent

1.11 Cubic Feet (3 archives boxes.)

Scope and Contents

The Valerie Taylor Papers consist of manuscripts, editor's corrections, writing notes, and other materials reflecting the romance author's process.

Manuscript materials for Taylor's two published novels, as well as one unpublished work, are included in this collection. These materials are organized by the publication date of the books, but may be undated.

There is one folder of correspondence from individuals critiquing her manuscripts.

A copy of a manuscript by Mary Jo Putney completes the series.

The printed materials include membership materials from Romance Writers of America, a Harlequin Romance Report, a copy of Publisher's Weekly magazine, one folder of general correspondence and two folders of writer's guidelines for publication or articles in various periodicals.

This collection would provide researchers with an overview of the writing and publication process.

Biographical / Historical

Valerie Taylor was named Romance Writers Association's 1997 Notable New Author for her first book, The Mommy School. This novel also won the 1998 Holt Medallion for Short Contemporary Romance. A second novel, The World's Best Dad, was published by Harlequin in 2000.

Conditions Governing Access

No known access restrictions.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright and other restrictions may apply to the materials in this collection. Researchers using this collection assume full responsibility for conforming to the laws of libel, privacy, and copyright, and are responsible for securing permissions necessary for publication or reproduction.