Thomas O'Brien Brings Sophisticated Modern Design to Target

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"We are very excited about expanding our operations to Brazil,
particularly with such a highly respected publisher and because we know Brazil
is a large and very literate market," said Donna Hayes, Publisher and CEO ,
Harlequin Enterprises. and Manhattan's Aero home furnishings store,
introduces a new home collection -Vintage Modern-for Target Stores nationwide
this October.

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In the first year of production, Harlequin and Record
Publishing plan to publish more than 100 titles and will launch their novels
in two formats. Products are classified in one of five
design styles; Classic, Casual, Global, Contemporary and Modern.

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The country represents more than one third of Latin America's Gross
Domestic Product. Harlequin is set to play a leading role in establishing the
North American-style paperback segment in Brazil, as well as publishing in the
already well known digest -style book.

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"We had previously licensed our books in Brazil very
successfully. The new publishing venture will receive
strong advertising support in magazines and other mass media, at newsstands
and through trade events. "Vintage Modern
allows me to share my approach as a home designer, and to help people focus on
how to collect.

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Since Harlequin's inception, the company has directly expanded its
operations to 18 locations around the world."
The Target Home department is an inclusive one-stop shop, making it easier
for guests to enhance their homes.

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HARLEQUIN ENTERPRISES LIMITED is a
wholly owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation. Renowned Interior Designer Expands Empire

MINNEAPOLIS, Thomas O'Brien, founder of
the design firm Aero Studios Ltd .
Other designer partners who collaborate with Target to offer home
collections include Michael Graves (Michael Graves Design(TM)), Cynthia Rowley
and Ilene Rosenzweig (Swell by Cynthia Rowley + Ilene Rosenzweig(TM)), Isaac
Mizrahi (Isaac Mizrahi for Target) and Rachel Ashwell (Simply Shabby
Chic(TM)). Since opening its first store in 1962, Target has partnered with
nonprofit organizations , guests and team members to help meet community needs.

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"His classic designs and modern sensibilities provide
an innovative new way for our guests to decorate, and offer exceptional
quality at remarkable value. O'Brien's collection has a broad appeal across all style
classifications; it is included in the Modern assortment.

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"This is a powerful combination.

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Now, through our partnership with Record Publishing Group, we
can bring our stories in a whole new format to this vibrant market. It
represents a strong growth opportunity for Harlequin.
HARLEQUIN ENTERPRISES LIMITED is one of the world's leading publishers of
women 's fiction. Neutral patterns, pale colors and dark woods
dominate the decor.

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Thomas O'Brien 's comprehensive assortment for the home offers over
500 items, including furniture, decorative accessories , lighting, dinnerware,
bedding, bath and stationery.

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Just When You Thought Things Couldn't Get Any Hotter in Brazil ... Harlequin Enterprises Expands Operations to Brazil

Whether visiting a Target store or shopping online at Target.

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The renowned designer offers a refined foray into furniture,
linens and dicor for Target guests.

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It's about all the unique things I love and live with," he
says. "I like to incorporate a bit of tradition; it makes modernism more
approachable.

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Both formats will be priced
competitively. There will also be a media launch event in early
2005.

About Target
Minneapolis-based Target serves guests at 1,330 stores in 47 states
nationwide by delivering today's best retail trends at affordable prices.

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The company publishes 100 titles monthly and
publishes more than 1,000 authors from around the world. Last year, Harlequin
sold approximately five books every second.

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This new expansion will be led by Managing Director Valeria Chalita who
will be based in Rio de Janeiro.com, guests enjoy
a fun and convenient shopping experience with access to thousands of unique
and highly differentiated items. Target (NYSE: TGT) gives back more than
$2 million a week to its local communities through grants and special
programs.

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"I am delighted to be partnering with Harlequin, a global force in women's
fiction publishing ," said Sergio Machado, President and owner of Record
Publishing.
O'Brien, known for mastering the balance of vintage and modern design,
offers a complete lifestyle of products for the whole home .
"Thomas O'Brien is a luminary in the design industry and we are thrilled
to have him on board at Target," said Gina Sprenger, Senior Vice President of
Merchandising, Target.

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TORONTO, Harlequin Enterprises Limited announced
today that effective April 1, 2005, the company will expand its international
operations and will be operating in a joint partnership with Record Publishing
Group, a leading publisher in Brazil. Its books are published worldwide in 25 languages and sold in
94 international markets.

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More than 184 million people live in Brazil, where the literacy rate is
86%. These
categories help guests to more effectively decorate with and coordinate the
styles they love.