I started another thread here on a similar topic (Bookshelf speakers). You may want to check it...

http://ubb.outlawaudio.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?/ubb/get_topic/f/17/t/000164/p/1.html#000002

Also, below is a list of a few the speakers (all of them VERY, VERY good) in the $600 to $1,000 range - fellow forum members - please add as you see fit. Prices are Interent Direct or projected STREET prices).

Onix Ref 1 ($600)
Dynaudio Audience 52 ($800)
Polk Lsi 9 ($800)
Sonus Faber Concertino ($900)
Outlaw BLS ($1000) (no reviews, but has to be good... :-) )