That Was Zen, This Is Tao
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| Title: | That Was Zen, This Is Tao |
| Publisher: | Whatever You Do, Don't Press |
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| Date(s): | 1995-1997 |
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| Fandom: | Kung Fu: The Legend Continues |
| Language: | English |
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That Was Zen, This Is Tao is a gen Kung Fu: The Legend Continues anthology.
From the Submission Request
A zine for KungFu: The Legend Continues fans! This wonderful show has so many wonderful possibilities between Peter and his father, Peter and Blaisdell, between everyone and everyone! (We're talking straight love here, folks. No slash. Yet. <g>) Your story doesn't have to be as silly as the title of the zine (that's just because I love puns) - be as serious or as hurt/comfort as you like. Or do be silly. I'm open for just about anything.
Issue 1
That Was Zen, This Is Tao 1 was published in May 1995. It contains 102 pages.
The art is by TACS and J.M. McClure.
- The Way of the Cat by Andi Byassee (1)
- A Soul Forsaken by Monica Sztybel (15)
- Comparative Religion Course 101 by A Nonny Mouse (20)
- Boys' Night Out by Bonnie Herbst (21)
- Cartoon by TACS (30)
- A Father's Touch by J.M. McClure (31)
- The Lesson by Kathy Poffenberger (64)
- Stranger in My Arms by Petra Berghofer (67)
- Dragonbusters by Sheila Schneider (a crossover with The Real Ghostbusters) (75)
- The Tao of Leaping by Ann Raymont (crossover with Quantum Leap) (89)
from issue #1
from issue #1
Reactions and Reviews: Issue 1
If you're worried about putting a second one out (hint, hint), stop worrying! This was good. But then !thought it would be with those puns in the title.
Hang onto the author who wrote "Boy's Night Out"; I was chuckling through the whole thing. Especially the part about how compassionate, strong, and honest Peter was during the snowball fight.
The "Comparative Religions" and the TAGS cartoon were hysterical. Sloanville, New York-California. Hee, hee.
Jeanne, as always. Is good. You really felt like you were right there with Peter, suffering through those scenes of degradation. Which is not a great feeling, but gives a lot of power to the scene. The character of Ben Cameron was done well and those lines of his about how in a few words and/or actions he'd have Peter right back to being that scared abused child also had power. I'm not sure I would have had the Ancient put Peter out so soon, but it didn't hurt anything. Good picture she had with it. Peter looked so young and vulnerable. She's the best artist in capturing Peter's face and expression. (Personally, I always like to see Chris Potter’s face on Peter.)
I see Ann solved the Ping Hai Conspiracy. The sly devil, she never even mentioned it on the kftic list. Sam is everywhere.
It was nice to see a Khan story. You know, in some ways, he's more a mystery than Ping Hai. And! has the right approach to cats. They go their own way and one should always listen when they decide to talk.
Did I miss anyone? Hmm. Monica has already received my compliments when part of her Bardo story was on the kffic list. I think that leaves "Stranger in My Arms." I think that's the name. I'm areal Peter fan, but these stories of Caine's time during the 15 missing years are proving very interesting. You have to appreciate them. I like the idea of Caine being 'pulled' in certain directions (by fate/instinct/whatever) of where to wander next. And that in helping others, he helps himself. Gee, does it show that I've already read it twice!
P.S. It did have a minor flaw. It was way too short![1]
Finished reading Zen/Tao 1 a couple days ago, and as I've just gotten hooked on e- mail, I thought what better way to spend more time and money than by sending an LoC.
Overall, I thought the zine was great. Just the kind of emotional, relationship stuff I like to see. The moments of Peter and Caine together, and with others, like in "Boys Night Out," were wonderful.
I admit that if Jeanne McClure hadn't written "A Father's Touch," after the first few paragraphs I might have put it down and not read it for along time, but I trust Jeanne. It was, of course, uncomfortable, but it was very well done. Towards the end, I was worried that it would be all tied up at the end of the story. Never underestimate a good writer. Peter was doing just well enough that I could be relieved but not disbelieving at his 'miraculous recovery.'
I like Quantum Leap, though I've begun to think that most of the stories are very similar. It's too easy to put Sam into any character, it gets repetitive. But "The Tao of Leaping" was, well, different. I haven't yet liked any of the explanations for why Ping Hai didn't make sure there was some way Peter and Caine would find each other. This is the best one so far.
And I was glad to see Master Khan get a story. I haven’t yet been able to write one and I really wanted to, for Rob.
The other stories were also well written. It's nice to get a zine where I like the whole thing, and last year I didn't like all the KF:TLC stuff I brought home from Mediawest. Good job!
Can't wait for the next issue! [2]
TWZ.TIT1 is terrific! I enjoyed reading it so much on the flight back home [from MediaWest*Con], though my eyes were red and blurry...! couldn't put it down.
Question: Who is Bonnie Herbst? And can I get her address from you? I absolutely loved her little "Boy’s Night Out" tale-great characterization, good "feel," and strong imagery. She's really good!
Also loved Jeanne's story (I'd read it before, and edited an early draft), and Ann Raymont's wonderfully clever "Tao of Leaping."
A really fine zine - I'm recommending it to everyone![3]
Issue 2
That Was Zen, This Is Tao 2 was published in June 1997 and contains 148 pages.
The cover is by Judy Breuer. It contains no interior art.
- Revenge of the Dragon by Debbie Pack (1)
- Can I Borrow the Chi Tonight? by Sheila Schneider (40)
- Hello...Again by Mary Abel (46)
- Shall We Dance...or What? by Diane Brischke (reprinted in Forgotten Paths) (70)
- On the Edge by J.M. McClure & Barbara Ogle (85)
- Impulse by Diane Brischke (reprinted in Forgotten Paths) (143)
- Letters of Comment by D. Readers (149)
Possible Third Issue
This fan mentions it in Aftermath by M.J. Mink