0:00harlequin logo screen The scene opens on a solid, vibrant crimson red background that fills the entire vertical frame. Centered horizontally and vertically in the middle of the screen is the brand name 'Harlequin' rendered in a classic, elegant, serif typeface with a slightly playful script-like 'q'. The text is pure white, creating a strong contrast against the deep red. The lighting is uniform and bright, suggesting a digital graphic or a brightly lit studio. There are no shadows or discernible textures, just a clean, flat aesthetic. The overall mood is bold and simple, focusing solely on brand recognition. The camera is static, capturing this graphic element without movement.
0:00intro title card michigan This scene features a dynamic geometric background composed of large diamond shapes. The primary background color is a rich, warm crimson red. Overlaying this, a large, inverted diamond shape, in a soft, light peach or coral color, appears prominently in the center of the frame, angled diagonally. The edges of the peach diamond meet the corners of the frame. White text is overlaid on this colorful, moving background. The text reads 'READERS IN MICHIGAN' in a bold, sans-serif, uppercase font. Below that, 'Love These' is written in an elegant, flowing script font, and finally, 'HARLEQUIN BOOKS' is in the same bold, sans-serif, uppercase font. All text is centered. The background itself has a subtle, almost imperceptible texture, giving it a soft, matte finish. The diamonds gently animate, with the lighter peach diamond subtly shifting in position. The overall color palette is warm and inviting, using red, peach, and white.
0:03book display set 1 The scene displays three Harlequin book covers vertically stacked against a dynamically changing geometric background. The background features large, diagonally oriented diamond shapes. The primary background is a deep crimson red, with a central diamond shifting between light pink and light purple. Each book cover is shown slightly angled, giving a sense of depth as if they are floating. The top cover is 'SHIELDED BY THE COWBOY' (Love Inspired Suspense), featuring a couple and a barn. The middle cover is 'THE AMISH MATCHMAKERS' (Love Inspired), showing an Amish couple. The bottom cover is 'K-9 GUARDIANS' (Intrigue), depicting two German Shepherd dogs. The book covers slide into frame from the right and settle into their positions. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting the cover art. The camera is static, focusing on the book display and the shifting background colors. The color palette revolves around reds, pinks, purples, and the varied colors of the book covers.
0:06book display set 2 Similar to the previous scene, this one showcases three different Harlequin book covers, stacked vertically and slightly angled, against a geometric background. The background maintains the deep crimson red, but the central diamond alternates between a vibrant teal and a light peach/orange. The three new book covers slide into view, replacing the previous set. The top cover is 'HIS CINDERELLA DUCHESS' (Historical), featuring a woman in a period gown looking over her shoulder. The middle cover is 'Second Chance in Santiago' (Harlequin Romance), depicting a man and woman close together, about to kiss. The bottom cover is 'LAST-MINUTE VOWS' (Presents), showing a couple in an embrace with sparkling lights in the background. The books appear to be floating in the center of the frame. The lighting is consistent, brightly illuminating the cover art. The camera remains static. The color scheme shifts to include teal, orange, red, and the various hues from the book covers, maintaining an energetic yet romantic feel.
0:09book display set 3 This scene continues the vertical display of three Harlequin book covers against a vibrant, geometric background. The background is predominantly crimson red, with the central diamond now transitioning between a clear sky blue and a warm yellow. The book covers slide in from the right, replacing the previous set. The top cover is 'A Reunion in Tuscany' (Romance), depicting a smiling couple in a romantic setting. The middle cover is 'Charming the Cowboy' (Special Edition), showing a cowboy and a woman with a small white dog. The bottom cover is 'RENEGADE BABY PROTECTOR' (Romantic Suspense), featuring a man in a cowboy hat holding a baby, with a woman looking on. The covers are slightly angled to create a floating effect. The lighting is even and bright. The camera remains static throughout the transition. The color palette is bright and inviting, incorporating reds, blues, yellows, and the various hues presented on the book covers.
0:12call to action michigan The final scene features a geometric background composed of large, diagonally oriented diamond shapes. The dominant background color is a deep, rich crimson red. Two lighter pink diamond shapes are prominent, one at the top and one at the bottom, framing a central, medium pink diamond shape. This central pink diamond holds the main text. The text is dark red, contrasting with the lighter pink background. It reads 'MICHIGAN, FIND YOUR NEXT' in a bold, sans-serif, uppercase font. Below that, 'Love Story' is written in a graceful, flowing script font, and finally, 'WITH HARLEQUIN' is in the same bold, sans-serif, uppercase font. All text is centered within the middle pink diamond. The diamonds subtly animate with a gentle pulsing or shimmering effect. The lighting is consistent and bright, emphasizing the graphic elements. The overall color palette is a harmonious blend of reds and various shades of pink. The camera remains static, highlighting the call to action.
