Elinor Glyn
Elinor Glyn was a British novelist, scriptwriter, and socialite best known for popularizing romantic and risqué fiction in the early 20th century and for introducing the concept of "It" (sex appeal). She also worked in Hollywood adapting her novels for the screen.
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1864
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