Dreams of Thee
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| Title: | Dreams of Thee |
| Publisher: | Bridgestone Productions |
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| Author(s): | J.A. Cliffe |
| Cover Artist(s): | |
| Illustrator(s): | see below |
| Date(s): | August 1991, reprinted in 1994 |
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| Fandom: | Beauty and the Beast (TV) |
| Language: | English |
| External Links: | available online without the art |
| Click here for related articles on Fanlore. | |
Dreams of Thee is a 140-page explicit het Classic Beauty and the Beast (TV) novel by J.A. Cliffe.
It was edited by Sandie Dapoz.
The art is by Lynette Combs, Kristy Effinger, Kriss Farver, Lee, Pam Tuck (front cover), and Belinda Wojcik.
From a flyer: "Dreams of Thee is a classic 'zine and is rated R (for Romance!). You must be eighteen to order and you must enclose an age statement with your order."
This zine has a large amount of advertising for fan-made goods: self-insertion art, stationery, t-shirts, art work, fan clubs, other zines.
Summary
From a flyer:
As Catherine struggles with a difficult illness, Vincent must find the courage to help both Catherine and himself face the challenges that test their dreams and their love.
Inside Gallery
Kristy Effinger
Kristy Effinger
Ads for Fan-Created Goods
self insertion art for sale -- "If you've ever dreamed of becoming a part of the world of the Tunnels, I can whisk you there with the stroke of a "Magic Pencil." Picture yourself interacting with Vincent or chatting with Catherine. Perhaps you'd like to go exploring with Mouse or Jamie or just share a cup of tea with Father in his study. All of things are possible.... The figures, Tunnel clothing, and the chambers will be finely rendered in detail. The emotion, feeling, and sentinment will be appropriate to the action in the drawing. You will feel that you are really a part of the world Below."
screenshots for sale, page one, see Photo Reference -- "Have you always wanted a photo of your favorite scene? Wished to capture a special moment in B & B history? Needed a unique, distinctive look or moment for illustration purposes, artistic reference? Thought such a idea was impossible? Accomplished photographer, with proven ability, willing to do scene specific photographs from all episodes. Reasonable prices."
art for sale: "'Vincent & Windows to the Soul' -- "Number one in a series of limited Edition, signed and numbered art prints, this first portrait is by Rosemarie Hauer of Austria. Well known in fandom, Rosi's work comes from the heart. It shows. Limited to 2000 . Being offered on a 'first come, first served' basis, the POWER of the paint encapsulated below, cannot be done justice in a mere flyer. Those of you who know me at all, know I don't make that many recommendations in either 'zines or artwork; feeling those choice better left to the individual. But THIS... This portrait I reccomend with all my heart. Pre-paid orders are being accepted now. Don't miss this one! 'Windows to the Soul' is printed on the finest linen stock available. Size 8 1/2 x 11. Ivory toned, matted in chinese blue."
screenshots for sale, page two
flyer for A Heart to Hold
1993 calendar for sale, see The Romance Continues (1993 calendar)
1994 calendar for sale, see The Photo Album of Romance
stationery for sale
t-shirts for sale
fan art for sale
flyer for a fan club, The Crystal Rose
zines for sale, All Things Are Possible
zines for sale, All Things Are Possible
Reactions and Reviews
C, attacked in her basement, is taken Below by V, where she learns she's been blinded. How V/C cope with C's loss and how it's connected to yet other traumas in C's past is the subject of this well-written novel, which includes intervals of highly graphic V/C sex. V tends C, first Below, then in her apartment, steadfast against all her fears and despairs. Yet their closeness brings out all his latent anxieties and uncertainties...and it's C's turn to reassure and comfort him. In the course of this experience, they become lovers. The emphasis in this novel is more on character than on sex, which gives it substance the R/X rating doesn't necessarily connote. Although, in the copy seen, the proofreading left a bit to be desired, the writing is good, the scene-creation vivid and powerful, and the emotional exchanges-not only between V/C, but between each of them and Father-are strongly imagined and rendered. [1]
Dreams of Thee is a story containing love, sadness and forgiveness. A book you will find hard to put down. Vmcent tries to help Catherine with something that is locked away in her mind. Father also tries to forgive Catherine for what she does to him and Vincent. A book well worth reading. I just loved it. So will you. [2]
When Catherine is brutally attacked in her parking garage, Vincent brings her Below to heal. Left temporarily blind, her healing is traumatic as Catherine is forced to confront all she has kept hidden deep within since her first attack. The added stress from her job and relationship with Vincent also play havoc on her recovery. On the bright side, since Vincent will not allow any one else to care for her, nature takes this course as this time spent together leads to the long-awaited consummation of their relationship. [3]
References
- ^ from Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review -- 1997
- ^ from Chatterbox #7 (April 1994)
- ^ from the The Beauty and the Beast Buyer's Guide to Fanzines