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Zine
Title: Vincent's World
Publisher: Vincent's World Press
Editor(s): Patricia Kehoe
Date(s): 1990-1995
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Medium: print zine
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Fandom: Beauty and the Beast (TV)
Language: English
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Vincent's World is a explicit het Beauty and the Beast anthology edited by Patricia Kehoe.

flyer
from issue #6 (December 1991), series information

NOTE: This is NOT the same zine series as The Vincent's World Novels, also by Kehoe

Stories in issues #1-#9 stories feature the character Devin Wells and an original character named Allegra, along with their children, as well as Vincent's and Catherine's many kids. In the very last issue, Kehoe jettisoned this "universe," and returned to what she described as "Classic." In issue #10, the focus became Catherine, Vincent and baby Jacob. See issue #10's editorial.

Some issues contain song lyrics and/or poems by famous poets, something that is not always cited in the table of contents.

From a flyer: "No third season storylines. We're still crying over them too much to write of them!... Our books are on the 'must read' list of Helpers Network, U.K., thanks to the kindness of Gwen Lord and her staff."

General Comments

... the sitcom-oriented... [1]

With V. W. I have the best, why bother with the rest? Some stories made me laugh til I cried, some I drooled allover! Want Zine # 100! [2]

Your Vincent is too human; a sex fiend. [Ed: this from the lady who gives our beloved Vincent a tail? We won't change our Vincent very much. YOU, the readers, have seemed to accept him.] [3]

Your Vincent & Catherine ARE quite different than other writers see them. [4]

Let me say what I've read so far, tastefully done; love scenes etc. Am very impressed with - romantic moments. Have picked you up as a regular client [to do art for]. [5]

Each volume improves on the last. The characters & scenes are so credible in your stories, one becomes caught up in the action, almost believing this is a NEW EPISODE not yet viewed! [6]

The artwork destroys me and the stories are so funny! The sad ones ripped me apart, but you always manage to redeem yourselves at the end... [7]

Issue 1

Vincent's World 1 was published in June 1990 and contains 326 pages (first printings) or 291 pages (later corrected printings). Art by Bernadette (prime artist), Lisa, Sean, and Angel. All of the fiction is by Trisha Kehoe.

front cover of issue #1
[Author's foreword]: Hi! Welcome to the first issue of the publication entitled Vincent's World. I'm very glad to introduce you to characters you have never before met, and enlarge the scope of some you know with much intimacy; This whole enterprise began with a great frustration; after watching the Beauty and the Beast episode, "Remember Love"... I WANTED Vincent and his Catherine to HAVE that time in the woods. So, I with the innocence of one new to the world of 'zines, started writing, trying to give them the time denied them by the T.V.-"people". Foolhardy? Maybe. Impossible? There is no such thing -- 
remember?

So....here I sat. Twenty-five years had gone SOMEWHERE since I had last written anything. I dove in with both feet, and am happy I did. I have not regretted it; even after all those sleepless nights when a story or new character or idea DEMANDED to be let "loose"; interrupting my sleep as well as dreams. I helped give them their lives; they gave me back a wealth of fantasy as never, ever thought of: Now, they are REAL, will never die. As for us, the "believers"; Vincent AND Catherine will never die. Each of them dwells in our thoughts and hearts now and forever as you are introduced to them. Some are new to our world, especially of Above. Be kind and gentle?

I welcome comments, but please? Remember, things already in print I cannot change. Forgive me the typos I tried to edit out? Book II can only get better as I get smarter!! I am not perfect -- but maybe someday, will be a tad closer. Have the patience of one we ALL love? Vincent. I will rely to all comments and mail, both pro and con, good and bad. Simply enclose a SASE. Vincent's World Book II is already in the "Fire." New works are always welcomed; if you don't make Book II, don't fret. Book III is also in a "pre-birth" stage...

I truly hope you will enjoy the contents of this first 'zine. It was sweet agony getting it written and I'm glad to share it with all of you out there who still believe in the "Dream." We must all have faith and courage that it will continue; in one form or another -- FOREVER as Catherine says.

My new artist and illustrators works are shown in the picture, Free all your Dreams to me tonight; I've come along way with her help. The pictures will begin to smoulder more and more; I can promise you!!!

Many of you will "accept" Vincent's new, freer way of life, and some won't. That is your choice. I wanted him to LAUGH, to JOKE, to LOVE fully and to become... REAL. To make mistakes, to feel the things we ALL feel at times. Jealousy, anger, hurt, pain and a devilish sense of humor! I think Vincent always had this; do you? Couldn't you just SEE it, lurking behind those beautiful eyes? I did! I hope you will/can accept him this way; as well as changes I've made in Father, Catherine and Devin. I tried to crawl around inside their brains, as well as their hearts. Only you can tell me how I'm doing -- so let me know! Sharing the dream.

  • To See the Unicorn, fiction (1)
  • The Solitary, poem (84)
  • Through Catherine's Eyes, poem (84)
  • Calling, poem (85)
  • Loves Promises Fulfilled I, fiction (86)
  • Forever, poem (120)
  • Something That Has Never Been, poem (121)
  • Tunnel Life -- Ah! Young Love!, fiction (122)
  • A Prayer of a Different Kind, poem (132)
  • Ivory Rose, poem (133)
  • Tunnel Life -- The Masquerade, fiction (134)
  • Everything?, poem (171)
  • Loves Promises Fulfilled II, fiction (172)
  • Tunnel Life -- Things That Go "Bump", fiction (205)
  • Loves Promises Fulfilled II, fiction (217)
  • Where is My Chamber, poem (298)
  • Tunnel Life -- Rightful Owner, fiction (299)
  • Kiss of Promise, poem (309)
  • Tunnel Life -- Culinary Challenges, fiction (310)
  • Remember?, poem (326)
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Reactions and Reviews: Issue 1

Nine stories, twelve poems. Plus pictures and artwork. Come and share the love, the hope and conclusions/struggles of acceptance of just living your life. And the pain and passions living brings! Life through the eyes of all our favorite people and their world as it SHOULD have been --but never was allowed to BE. [8]

The zine begins with a belated trip to Connecticut, ends with V/C's wedding. Also includes some stories of Vincent's youth. Some poetry relates to 3rd season, but the fiction is Classic and Continued Classic in a loosely connected storyline. The author begins several storylines and introduces characters that continue in future volumes. Lots of sibling rivalry between Devin and Vincent. All stories by Kehoe. Occasional explicit sex.[9]

The copy we read suffered from poor editing (lack of paragraphs) but this was corrected in future reprints which, as a result, may have a lesser page count than listed here. First in a series that strives to give Catherine and Vincent their Happy Life. The author begins several story lines and introduces characters that continue in future volumes. We have our first-time story that culminates in a wedding. Devin resides Below and is a prominent character in the zine. Tunnel Life" includes a variety of stories, childhood to present, centering on life in the Tunnels and is often very amusing. Lots of sibling rivalry between Devin and Vincent. The author makes it a point to state "No Diana" and "No 3rd season" stories in these zines.[10]

Issue 2

Vincent's World 2 was published in September 1990 and contains 306 pages.

front cover of issue #2, Rosemarie Hauer

The art is by Rosemarie Hauer, Bernadette Lauture, Michelle, Andela, Jane Curtis, and Pat Wallerius.

From the editorial:

My mail has been running 9 to 1 in favor of what I had attempted in Book I - make Vincent and his world REAL. It did my heart and confidence good to know the new people introduced were accepted - thank you, for their sakes as well as my own! I did hope....

To answer many people - No , I don't do "season three" storylines. Poetry yes; as explained in flyers for Book II, the poetry helped to ease the pain of that heartbreaking and terrible "season" (what season ?). I LIKED Diana, but not for Vincent! He loved and shall ever love only once. That woman is and shall ever be - Catherine. In some of the Alternate Universe stories, other opportunities and ideas surface, but ONLY there. After Catherine - no one else.

  • Dedications (i)
  • Editorial (iii)
  • Somewhere I Have Never Traveled: Deja Vu, story by Trisha Kehoe (alternate universe) (5)
  • Bitter Christmas Snows, story by Trisha Kehoe (alternate universe) (18)
  • Shadows, poem by Trisha Kehoe (27)
  • Love's Promises Fulfilled, Final Chapter, Seeds of Love, story by Trisha Kehoe (alternate universe) (28)
  • Diet is a Four Letter Word, story by Trisha Kehoe (90)
  • Devin the Runaway, story by Elani Hudson/Rita Hazlett and Trisha Kehoe (105)
  • Cold Turkey, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (119)
  • Becoming REAL, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (133)
  • A Quickening in the Blood, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (147)
  • The Pizza Party, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (178)
  • The Sounds of Alone, vignette by Trisha Kehoe
  • Tisha, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (198)
  • Eternal Flame, poem by Trisha Kehoe (177)
  • Cravings, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (178)
  • Let Me?, poem by Trisha Kehoe (229)
  • Allegra, Her Story, story by Elani Hudson/Rita Hazlett and Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (230)
  • Where Are You?, poem by Trisha Kehoe (277)
  • Journals, story by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (278)
  • Catherine's Journal -- Words, poem by Trisha Kehoe (283)
  • From Childhood's Hour, poem by Trisha Kehoe (284)
  • Vincent's Journal -- The Promise, poem by Trisha Kehoe (285)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 2

This second volume includes work by Michele, Melanie Wells, and Elaine Hudson as well as Kehoe. One story deals with confessed chocaholic Vincent grumpily dieting; in another, V/C, Devin and Father sneak into a helper's pizza parlor. Also contains stories of Vincent's youth. Devin's around quite a lot here, as well as returning tunnel kid 'Allegra,' carried over from VW-1.[11]

Volume 2 has been reworked and is easier to read, which may result in a different page count. This zine contains a variety of story lines. There are alternate universe stories, including another very tragic ending to 'TRIS,' and several where in Catherine is pregnant. Vincent is put on a diet in one short story. Tunnel life is again explored. A new character, Allegra, appears and we learn that she (having grown up in the Tunnels) and Vincent shared a teenage sexual romance. Devin also appears and this story continues in Volumes 3 & 4. No 3rd season except in poetry. Sex scenes are strong R at times. [12]

Issue 3

Vincent's World 3 was published in January 1991 and contains 284 pages.

front cover of issue #3, Pat Wallerius

The front cover is by Pat Wallerius. The other art is by Bernadette, Angel, Ingrid, Kaja-Pristo, and Pat Wallerius.

From the editorial:

If the truth BE told, I did try to write a third season storyline this past month; no good. I suppose not accepting any of that -- mess -- in my heart yet had much to do with the failed attempt. You that wrote of the heartache and sadness that third season (season??) caused, will understand what I mean. Huh? Maybe someday, I can deal with it, but not yet. Not now. In this book, Vincent has his Catherine. They share the happy life we all wished they could have; the dream is fulfilled. No one -- NO ONE, can ever take that life from them again. Not in anything I write. That's a promise -- one that will be quite easy to keep -- for me. Oh, there are times when I'm writing and feel Vincent's eyes narrow at some words or situation I've gotten the poor man into. I almost can hear that growl as he bends over my shoulder to read and is -- appalled! Then, he SMILES.

  • Another World, story by Trisha Kehoe (alternate universe) (1)
  • Allegra, Her Story, part two, story by Trisha Kehoe and Elani Hudson (alternate universe, Devin/original character) (14)
  • Loving, Out Loud, poem by Elani Hudson (alternate universe) (107)
  • Awakening by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (108)
  • Mirrors, poem (Tunnel Life) (123)
  • The SUPBERB Breakfast by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life)(124)
  • Rites of Passage by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (146)
  • My Love Now Dreams, poem by Michelle (Tunnel Life) (163)
  • Battle Lines (Rape of the Locks) by Trisha Kehoe (Devin/Allegra - original character) (Tunnel Life) (164)
  • Watch Closely Now by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (193)
  • Trust, poem (Tunnel Life) (216)
  • Great White Hunters by Trisha Kehoe and Rae Williams (Tunnel Life) (217)
  • Journals - Catherine: Famous Awakenings, poem (277)
  • Journals - Vincent: Cherished Memories, poem (278)
  • Devin's Finger Lickin' Texas Ribs, recipe (279)
  • Vincent's Favorite Brownies, recipe (280)
  • Search-A-Word #2, puzzle (281)
  • Puzzle Answers (282)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 3

This volume has stories of the interactions among two couples: Vincent/Catherine and Devin/Allegra, with Father occasionally taking a prominent part. The emphasis is on bickering, practical jokes, male or female solidarity, and moments of honesty and poignance. There is quite a bit of explicit sex. This volume offers a story in which Vincent died, not Catherine. There are further developments in the Allegra/Vincent shared past which Vincent gradually remembers and comes to terms with. There is a story in which V/C become lovers after 'The Watcher,' and another in which Vincent recalls how he and Devin, as children, prepared and delivered a memorably bad breakfast to Father as a special surprise. Also poetry by Michelle and Kehoe, recipes and a puzzle.[13]

In this third volume of the series, Allegra once again appears as does Devin. In the second installment of this story line, Vincent remembers his long-forgotten (amnesia due to illness) teenage affair with Allegra. These memories force Vincent to rethink (which strengthens) his relationship with Catherine. The story line concludes in Volume 4. Readers should note in the alternate universe story, Catherine is married to Joe but learns, after her death, Vincent died to prevent 3rd season's events. Explicit sex. [14]

Issue 4

cover of issue #4, Pat Wallerius

Vincent's World 4 was published May 1991 and contains 278 pages.

The art is by Bernadette, Pat Wallerius, Drog, and T. Mazzola. The front cover is by Pat Wallerius.

From the editorial:

First, let me tell you where all the profits from these books have gone. Thanks to all of YOU, organizations such as The Cancer Fund, Greenpeace, Muscular Dystrophy and several homes for battered women and abused children have a bit more cash these days -- in your names as well as mine. If you have any favorite charities that are not listed, let me know. I'll do all I can, that's a promise!

[...]

Vincent still leans over my shoulder from time to time. I think he's become resigned to all the hoopla since last year, at least he's a bit quieter now. The growls aren't quite as loud as before when I write something or edit a story that he things is a bit (gulp) TOO steamy. Whoops. Oh well, if the next book does NOT come out on time, you'll know... he finally lost his patience with me! OUCH.

[...]

The 'rumor mill' is alive and well. I've heard many tales. Some say the sets for OUR movie are being constructed already! And, others say 'not so'. Some say Linda IS signed; some say not. Frustrating? Yes. But, as the saying goes... the show IS being talked about! Long as they're talking, they ain't forgetting us, folks. Write those letters to Republic, huh? Show them we DO care about the WORLD we've lost. And, that we do remember -- everything!

For now, be well. Continue sharing the dream and hope with each other. Whether you are 'all' season, or first and second season only people, you all have a voice. And a choice -- make it count!

Regarding the letters of comment:

Some of the 250+ letters of comment received by us through 3/1/91. YES, only ONE truly bad comment for far. Keep it up - you great people, you are definitely making our year here in V.W.!! Thank you so much for understanding what we're doing and accepting 10 to 1 our version of tunnel life. You have made all the hard work and tired fingers well worth it, for us.

  • Editorial
  • Letters of Comment (very short comments, sometimes only a sentence)
  • The Promise Beyond Forever by Trisha Kehoe (alternate universe) (1)
  • I Dreamt of Him, poem (alternate universe) (10)
  • Allegra, conclusion: GOTCHA! by Elani Hudson and Patricia Kehoe (alternate universe) (11)
  • Walls of Love by Trisha Kehoe and Rae Williams (Tunnel Life) (96)
  • You Don't Need, poem (Tunnel Life) (130)
  • Poetry CAN Be Dangerous! by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (131)
  • Happy Birthday, Devin by Trisha Kehoe and Elani Hudson (Tunnel Life) (167)
  • Going 'Hawaiian' by Trisha Kehoe (Tunnel Life) (189)
  • Journal: Ever Since the World Began (277)
  • Journal: Vincent -- Lies (278)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 4

The alternate universe story this time is one in which Catherine, as a college student, visits Egypt and encounters the immortal spirit of her beloved. There is a continuation of the Devin/Allegra romance, and a spin-off from the end of 'Nor Iron Bars a Cage' by Kehoe and Rae Williams wherein V/C become lovers. Another story concerns Devin, recuperating after being severely injured in an explosion. Still another is about Vincent, Catherine, Devin and Allegra vacationing (by boat) on an island off Cape Cod. Also poetry by Kehoe and others.[15]

Issue 5

cover of issue #5, Rosemarie Hauer

Vincent's World 5 was published in July 1991 and contains 238 pages.

The front cover is by Rosemarie Hauer. Other art is by Fran, Drog, Shirley Leonard, Pat Wallerius and Rosemarie Hauer.

From the editorial:

The rumor mill is still alive and well out there. Let's HOPE all we've heard about OUR movie being made IS true. Please? Please? I want my world BACK!

I have faith we can begin healing the rift in our ranks. The discussions at the last Con can't hurt. First, second or all season, fighting gets us no where, and it's such a waste of energy. Oh, we'll never all agree on MANY things, but can we agree on one? That we love Beauty & the Beast in whatever form we can GET it IN! As long as the show is OUT THERE, so is the world we all love.

[...]

So, the dream continues; here's hoping, in one way or another, it always will -- for all of us. Maybe our tears and painful sharing of the loss of the dream temporarily has earned the fans, the right to KEEP that dream, as belonging to US?

I am still believing in unicorns, faerytales, happy endings, a sensual, loving Vincent and a strongly independent Catherine. May they always have the best OF ALL WORLDS.

From the meta commentary, "The Bull Session":

"Pat? Vin's wee-wee is hanging out to HERE! Remember what we decided? No frontal stuff!"

[the artist, Pat, edits the drawing]

"Oh yeah, you fixed him all right! NOW he's got no wee-wee, but FIVE testicles! Why not give him a retractable penis while you're at it!"

  • To Melt a Heart by M.B. Frazier (135)
  • Eastbound and Down by Trisha Kehoe
  • Okay Finally by Trisha Kehoe
  • The Circus is Coming, The Circus is Coming! by Trisha Kehoe (157)
  • Eastward and Down: Vin and Dev's Excellent Adventure by Trisha Kehoe (187)
  • 'Zine Listing (238)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 5

Stories include one in which Vincent and Devin travel cross-country in an 18-wheeler hauling a gorilla which has developed a crush on Vincent. Another is an account of Devin's finally acknowledging how much he resents having been required to be Vincent's 'keeper' in childhood and how much it still rankles that Vincent came first in Father's love. In 'To Melt a Heart' by M.B. Frazier, Devin/Allegra become parents. Kehoe has a story in which folk Below attend the circus. The love scenes in the zine are explicit.[16]

Well, you were right about Book Five! Whew! It sure steamed up my glasses! Some stories made me laugh until I cried. Tell your long suffering artists their work is appreciated. I've come to regard you as a very good friend and hope you don't mind that. (of course I don't! I can ALWAYS use new friends; the human heart both takes a lot and holds a lot!) [17]

Issue 6

cover of issue #6, Terrie Milliman, note Santa's sleigh

Vincent's World 6 was published in December 1991 and contains 234 pages. The front cover is by Terrie Milliman. The interior art is not credited but appears to be by Shirley Leonard, Terri Milliman, Rosemarie Hauer, Fran Buiting, and maybe Pat Wallerius.

This is a "Christmas issue."

  • Dedications (1)
  • Amazing Grace by Elani Hudson/Rita Hazlett (2)
  • Christmas Stars, poem (65)
  • The Rain, The Stairs, and OTHER Things! by Trisha Kehoe (66)
  • Unca Debbin by Elani Hudson (103)
  • Christopher Hollie by Trisha Kehoe (139)
  • The Second Unicorn by Trisha Kehoe (158)
  • All Winter's End by Trisha Kehoe (210)
  • New Years Resolutions (235)
  • Chronology - Books 1-7 (236)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 6

A Christmas issue. One story is 'A Christmas Carol' tunnel-style, with Scrooge-like Father experiencing a dream orchestrated by a highly annoyed Grace to confront scenes of his unfair treatment of Devin. In other fiction, V/C, Devin/Allegra acquire a two-sided brownstone and settle into private quarters; Devin babysits V/C's twins while V/C spend an anniversary in C's apartment; V/C have a third child; V/C celebrate Christmas Below. Lots of poetry and explicit sex scenes. No 3rd season. [18]

Issue 7

cover by Pam Tuck

Vincent's World 7 was published in March 1992 and contains 243 pages.

The cover is by Pam Tuck. The other art, including "backal nudity", is by Terrie Milliman, Shirley Leonard, Rosemarie Hauer, Pam Tuck, Inez Brown, Fran Buiting, Jane Curtis, Drog, and Pat Wallerius.

From the dedication page:

Ron Perlman ... As Catherine asks Vincent in the first episode ... 'what can I say to you?' Some saw your portrayal of that oh-so-special being and regained lost hope. Some remembered love, others found it for the first time in their lives. Or for the last time. Through you, Vincent gave us the courage to hunger after things lost or perhaps merely surrendered to the capriciousness of life. In him, in you, we found the strength to desire again. To love again. So, how DO we thank you for all you' given to us? By wishing for you only the best, by respecting you as an actor. We thank you for the DREAM. It WILL continue!

Linda Hamilton ... We appreciate you giving Catherine her essence. Realizing life goes on and things DO change, we wish some of those changes wouldn't happen. We'll try to understand if they must.

Roy Dotrice ... The years you've put into your chosen profession DO show through. Ah! You're the master of underplaying! You once said to me, 'I've come to think of myself as Father to all of you'. On the convention stage, that shows. You,care deeply about many aspects of life. May all YOUR dreams come true 'Father'.

Bruce Abbott... The 'black sheep' of B&B fandom is what many call you. But, no matter what you've done in the past, you DID give us Devin. Does that balance the scales in your favor? At times. You live life on your own terms, that's for sure. How much of Devin WAS you? Truly you! [19]

  • When Worlds Collide by Trisha Kehoe (1)
  • Never Meant, poetry by Michelle (29)
  • Time in the Country by Pearl Wilcoxon (30)
  • Murmurs of Sorrow Alone in the Dark, vignette by Trisha Kehoe (65)
  • Vincent's Heart by Trisha Kehoe (66)
  • The Measure of a Man, lyrics to a song from the Rocky V film (78)
  • Images in the Dark by Trisha Kehoe (79)
  • Playing with FIRE, or, Mess with the BOND, I MESS with you! by Trisha Kehoe (86)
  • He's Like the Wind, filk to the tune of "She's Like the Wind" from "Dirty Dancing" (122)
  • Vincent's 'Pride' by Trisha Kehoe (123)
  • Mirror Dream, poetry by Trisha Kehoe (139)
  • Lean, Mean, and HUNGRY by Katya Browne (140)
  • Just Having One of - THOSE - Days! by Trisha Kehoe (156)
  • After All, filk to the tune of "Chances Are" from the movie of the same name (166)
  • Return to Treasure Island by Trisha Kehoe (167)
  • To Dream of Possibilities, vignette by Trisha Kehoe (242)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 7

In the opening story, Vincent is briefly dissuaded from the first time by having scratched Catherine. Pearl Wilcoxson writes of a V/C married visit to her cabin during which they ride horses. Kehoe's Alternate Universe section includes a story in which 3rd season is a dream which Vincent has. V/C duel through the bond, sending each other overwhelming sexual images at awkward times. Several stories follow storylines set up in previous volumes. In a sequel to a story in VW-4, Father is shanghaied for a visit to the private island. A lot of explicit sex. Some of Kehoe's poems reflect 3rd season situations, but not the fiction.[20]

Issue 8

cover of issue #8, Shirley Leonard

Vincent's World 8 was published in October 1992 and contins 255 pages.

The art is by Jane Curtis, Rosemarie Hauer (including one with frontal nudity), Inez Brown, Alexandra Fossinger, Renate Haller, Shirley Leonard, Terrie Milliman, Pam Tuck, and Pat Wallerius.

From the title page: "We will endure. We WILL."

From the dedication:

ROY Dotrice: To a man with twinkling eyes, and a sense of humor to match. Even when Father made us SO angry, we knew the things he did, were done for love of his son.

Linda Hamilton: For your portrayal of Catherine, our thanks. May your expected baby [21] be healthy and happy.

  • Winter of Discontent by Betty Reardon (1)
  • You Promised Me, poem by Trisha Kehoe (19)
  • Joclyn by Mona Batir (20)
  • The Ninth Letter by Trisha Kehoe (This is a fanwork inspired by the Dial-a-Beast letters.) (52)
  • Read My Mind, song lyrics from the film "Superman" (100)
  • Weep for the Child by Trisha Kehoe (101)
  • Final Prayer, poem by Trisha Kehoe (137)
  • Braids by Trisha Kehoe and Rita Hazlett (138)
  • Shades of Love, poem by Rosemarie Hauer (156)
  • But Why Can't I Go? by Trisha Kehoe (157)
  • Mardi Gras, poem by Trisha Kehoe (178)
  • Hello, New Orleans! by Rita Hazlett and Trisha Kehoe (178)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 8

In Betty Reardon's frame story, Catherine listens to Father's account of humorous disruptions in the tunnel community during Vincent's youth. Kehoe and Rita Hazlitt's 'Braids' is a story of drastic childhood hair-cutting...then and now. In Kehoe's 'Joclyn,' a malignant teen attempts to come between Vincent and Catherine...and injures Marca, one of V/C's children; in her 'The Ninth Letter,' Father's delivery of a 'ninth letter to Catherine' Vincent never intended her to see has unexpected results. In her 'Weep for the Child,' a lengthy Continued Classic story, V/C try to deal with a particularly unsettling case of child molestation. The zine's excursion story, 'Mardis Gras' by Kehoe and Rita Hazlett, takes the foursome (V/C, Devin/Allegra) to that celebration, with many memorable meals and a lot of explicit sex.[22]

Issue 9

cover of issue #9 by Inez Brown

Vincent's World 9 was published in June 1994 and contains 197 pages. Contributors include Inez Brown, Patricia Devoe, Alexandra Fossinger, Renate Haller, Rosemarie Hauer, Anna Deavers-Kelly, Shirley Leonard, Terrie Milliman, and Pam Tuck.

This issue has a LONG editorial. The topic is two reviews of Kehoe's zines by Nan Dibble that had been printed in the Summer 1993 issue of the print version of Qfer, the widely-read, fandom review zine

I usually don't allow myself to GET angry - it's just not my 'thing' - but this mad I've never been before, nor this troubled about what this type of rating system can do to fandom and to writers in general. [Read more of this open letter.]

  • Desperate Times, Desperate Measures! by Trisha Kehoe (38)
  • Right Place, Wrong Time by Trisha Kehoe ("Intimacy" series) (58)
  • Fatally Flawed (Discourse On a Starry Night) by Trisha Kehoe ("This story is perhaps how the second season could have, should have ended, and takes place three months after the birth of Catherine and Vincent's son, Jacob.") (63)
  • An Open Letter to Vincent -- From Catherine (76)
  • Afterglow, poem by Trisha Kehoe (77)
  • A Visceral, Masculine Urge by Trisha Kehoe (Vincent and Devin do some remodeling and home repair, fusion/homage to Tim Allen's sitcom "Home Improvement") (78)
  • A Woman's Place, filk to a song by E. Raven (92)
  • Follow Your Heart by Trisha Kehoe ("This story takes place loosely within the confines second season: near the the end of it, as perhaps an alternative ending to the wretched one we received") ("Intimacy" series) (94)
  • Photographs by Trisha Kehoe and Rita Hazlett (130)
  • Daydreams and Farewells by Trisha Kehoe ("Intimacy" series) (150)
  • Waves on Pebbled Shores by Trisha Kehoe (154)

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 9

In this volume of the Classic adult generally sitcom and humor-oriented series, the principal author is Kehoe.

In Betty Reardon's "Bar, Bar, Bar," returning Devin, on his long truck haul, brings back for Vincent the perfect present: a broken slot machine. Then Mouse fixes it...and the trouble begins. Rosie Hauer's "A Happy New Year" has Vincent pursue Catherine to her snowbound Connecticut cabin, with revealing and romantically satisfactory results. In the brief "Laying Assumptions to Rest," the pseudonymouse [typo intended] author, Kitty Litter, addresses some misinformation concerning Vincent's feline nature as Catherine babysits an insistently affectionate kitten to which Vincent is apparently allergic.

Kehoe's fiction is varied in mood, timeframe, and subject. "Desperate Times Call for DESPERATE Measures!" tells how Devin tries to endure the time while wife Allegra must be away at a conference in the company of a supremely aggravating "neatnick." Anecdote "Right Place, Wrong Time," has Father misinterpret the sultry talk he hears coming from Vincent's chamber (memorable line: Catherine to Vincent: "Hey, have you got a feather up your butt or something?"). "Fatally Flawed" mixes lovers V/C and a playful park snowscape, fun shadowed by V's persistent fear that like Lancelot, he has flaws that could lose him C's love. "A Visceral, Masculine Urge" recounts the bickering and humorous setbacks (Vincent installs wallpaper scrupulously...upside down) involved when (Devin's wife) Allegra's forceful request for a new sink escalates into "Tool Time"-style misadventures as Devin and V install a whole new bathroom. No humor at all, however, in "Follow Your Heart," a substantial story of Vincent actually persuading Catherine to leave him, then deciding, after agonized months of loneliness, that he was wrong and desperately wants her back...but will she forgive him for what he's put them both through? In "Dreams and Farewells," V bids a bittersweet goodbye to C...or does he? Rita Hazlett collaborates with Kehoe on "Photographs," in which pregnant Allegra, most annoyed at being repeatedly ambushed by shutterbug C, finds a piece of memory she didn't know she'd lost, resulting in a specially romantic and memorable gift for V/C.

Kehoe's moving finale, "Waves on Pebbled Shores," returns overpeopled V/C to the private island that's featured in earlier volumes. V now owns it; he and C visit for horseback riding and intense, highly graphic lovemaking. Something about that island makes for excellent fiction in this recurring storyline.

Also good poetry, some by Kehoe, some by classic authors like A. E. Housman and Amy Lowell, and "An Open Letter to Vincent from Catherine" by Kehoe. [23]

Issue 10

Vincent's World 10 was published in February 1995 and contains 193 pages. Art by Pam Tuck (including cover), Inez Brown, Lynette Combs, Neal Farris, Renate Haller, Shirley Leonard, Terrie Milliman; graphics by Shirley Leonard and Unicorn Images, Inc.

front cover, Pam Tuck

From the zine's editorial:

From here, we all begin this journey together: A Classical 'style' Fanzine. Although the humor you have all come to accept in my books shall continue, it will be tempered with a bit of, shall we say, 'gentility', keeping more in line with what we have all come to accept as Vincent's personality and aspects of character.

And, never fear, I vowed from the beginning not to have any third season stories in my books, and I've kept that promise. It was an easy one to keep. There are some aspects of Beauty and the Beast that still anguish me, third season being the proverbial 'burr under my saddle blanket'.

Agreeing that everyone has a right to their own personal preference where 'seasons' are concerned, I try to stay off of my 'soap box', yet those of you who have come to know me at all, realize that I use the term third 'season' instead of other, much stronger words that I would rather call it. I didn't like it. I'll never like it, and I don't think that I'll ever be able to attempt it. Each of us loved/loves Beauty and the Beast for our own particular reasons. For me, it was the devotion between Vincent and Catherine that drew me into his extraordinary world, claiming my heart for always. It's only a personal opinion, but to my way of thinking, Vincent said it all in the episode, 'The Beast Within': "Don't die, Catherine, for if you die - I die." Precisely.

Even though I read zines from all seasons in my (ha!) "spare" time, I chose to write only of the two seasons that I enjoyed watching, the interpretive word here being 'enjoyed'. As a writer, I try to read everything with an open mind, without prejudgment, and that, as you well know, can be very difficult. But, I do try. And, should I read anything that I admire, whatever season it may be from, then I'll be the first to admit it. Yes, as I'm sure you've learned by now, I take stands, and sometimes, I've shot myself in the arse because of it! But, as someone once said, 'if you don't stand for something, then you stand for nothing'. Hopefully, after reading the twenty-odd books that I've had a hand in writing, you've come to know me as an honest person, one who will defend what she believes is right with everything I am, sometimes at a very high cost.

And folks, I think I've paid my dues in this fandom - in ways that you wouldn't believe possible. But, I won't get into that here, as I don't "bash" readers for their viewpoints, no matter which season they prefer. I leave that to others with nothing better or more constructive to do with their time. Besides, I think that Lynette's succinct comments just about say it all, huh? I agree with her, it's past time for all of us to - 'live and let live'. If this fandom is to survive, many of us must learn the true meaning of the word 'tolerance'. Okay, I'm off of my soapbox.

So, back to the gist of the matter. VWP is 'going classical'. Sadly, in doing that, after much soul-searching and gnashing of teeth on my part, it's been decided that Allegra, a most enjoyable personality originally created by my former partner, Rita Hazlett, shall have to be bid a fond farewell, as will her and Devin's son, D.J., along with Marca and Christopher, Vincent and Catherine's additional children in the previous books.

Here, for now at least, there will only be the child we all met in the actual series - Jacob, and the rest of the established inhabitants of our 'world'. But, fear not, all of you Devin devotees! Good old Dev will still be around to wreak his own inimitable brand of havoc from time to time, but only as an infrequent visitor to the world that was his home.

If you find yourself wondering why I've chosen to end the story-lines written of in books one through nine, it was done in acknowledgment to many of your calls and letters, asking for a return to a softer, more sensitive format. Here, tn book ten, that is what I've tried to do. Hopefully, you'll approve, and join with us as the guest writers and I continue weaving tales - some to amuse you; some to raise your eyebrows or your hackles (or both); some to make you cry, and many to start your hearts racing just a bit faster. Any input that you would care to give would be greatly appreciated, folks. As I've said before, 'this is your book', so tell me what you want? And as always, submissions of both artwork and stories are most welcome.

The zine's dedication:

The first dedication goes to you, the reader. You've stayed by me through the trials and errors of publishing Fanzines. For this, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your acceptance is appreciated, and your support won't ever be forgotten.

Ron Perlman: I think everything that can be said about this wonderful man has been written, but let me add one additional comment on a personal level: 'Ron, you may not be a 'producer's' idea of the handsome leading man type, but pal, you sure are mine! Hang in there, that 'once in a lifetime role will come along yet.' (Oh wouldn't it be a gas if one of the Beauty & the Beast Zine publishers actually writes that role? Talk about your 'flights of fancy', huh?)

Roy Dotrice: Thank you for your support, your kindness, and for the words of encouragement you've given me in regards to my writing. And yes. I promise to keep dreaming.

Linda Hamilton: Don't you think it's time to come 'home' to the place where your acting capabilities truly came through, in a role that will follow you (haunt you?) no matter where your career leads you from this point? If the opportunity comes to reprise the role of Catherine, don't pass it up? Please don't? Most of us don't get that ever-elusive second chance, Linda, and the movie-going public is surprisingly quick to forget 'disastrous' movies. We haven't forgotten you, and we miss Catherine. How about giving her back to us?

To all of the cast and crew of the first two seasons of Beauty & The Beast, you are remembered with affection, and gratitude' - 'for always'. Ya done good, folks!

Ron Koslow: Well, you 'ran' Delilah, and the show wasn't very good, now was it ? There's a saying that observes, 'Everyone gets about fifteen minutes of fame'. You had it once. How about trying for it a second time, with a 'sure-win' scenario? In other words: All of the writers, artists, and readers who have kept your dream 'alive' for you, are waiting for you to "wake up and smell the coffee". We have the money in our hot little hands, and we're waiting to spend it. So, how about it? Give us our bleeping movie!!!

Reactions and Reviews: Issue 10

In a change of pace, the usual adult focus of this zine series is, in this volume, set aside except for Kehoe's finale, as is the series' customary sitcom-oriented humor. Gone are Devin and Allegra. Instead, this zine's five Classic stories focus primarily on new characters who, in one way or another, become involved with married Vincent and Catherine as they live out their Happy Life Below.

In the novelette "Hearts and Roses," Lisa Hyslop follows Catherine's attempts to track down a rapist/killer who leaves on each victim his calling card—a rare kind of rose. The milieu of this story is the world of fashion modeling and the dreams of young women who long to enter it.

In Kehoe's "Coming Home," the author's friend Beverly Gervais visits the tunnels, her childhood home, and enjoys reminiscing with Father and teasing Vincent. In Lynette Combs' "Just a Touch Too Much," a flood in Chicago raises fears of the same thing happening in New York, with the tunnel community especially vulnerable. The tone of this story is humorous, and Mouse and tunnel-tyke Naomi are featured, though the primary focus is on Father.

Rose Alagna's "Vision Quest" tells of another artist named Christopher, a Lakota Sioux whose visionary work is shown in New York. Chris Little Hawk's bitterness, resulting from his father's abuse, is lifted when he finds that sometimes visions are based on even more wonderful reality as he's befriended by Catherine and comes to know Vincent, as well.

The finale mentioned before, "Perfection and Jelly Doughnuts," describes tired Catherine's deliberately picking a fight with husband Vincent, and Vincent's feeling that that method of relieving stress can't be appropriate for him. He much prefers certain other methods of stress relief, which the story dramatizes in explicit erotic detail.

Poetry by p. a. k. (Kehoe) and Alvira Frink; art by Pam Tuck (including cover), Inez Brown, Lynette Combs, Neal Farris, Renate Haller, Shirley Leonard, Terrie Milliman; graphics by Shirley Leonard and Unicorn Images, Inc. Well edited and presented.

In the zine's opening, a letter from Lynette Combs is reprinted taking Nan Dibble (me) to task for footage in the TunnelCon III video, followed by Kehoe's further comments critical of Nan. Since this whole hoo-ha, which has been going on some months now, is based on a misunderstanding, and since I (Nan) had no control over what went into the video anyhow, I'm getting a bit weary of it and hope this material will be removed in future printings as being inappropriate to a zine, which is intended for a reader's enjoyment, not polemics of any sort. I don't engage in personal attacks; I wish other people would refrain from doing so, as well. [24]

References

  1. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  2. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #4
  3. ^ from a letter of comment by Nanci Casad in "Vincent's World" #4
  4. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #4
  5. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #4
  6. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #4
  7. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #6
  8. ^ from a 1992 ad in Zine Scene v.2 n.1
  9. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  10. ^ from the The Beauty and the Beast Buyer's Guide to Fanzines
  11. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  12. ^ from the The Beauty and the Beast Buyer's Guide to Fanzines
  13. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  14. ^ from the The Beauty and the Beast Buyer's Guide to Fanzines
  15. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  16. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  17. ^ from a letter of comment in "Vincent's World" #6
  18. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  19. ^ Bruce Abbott portrayed the character Devin Wells. At the time, Abbott was Linda Hamilton's husband and father of her child. This fan's comments reflect the mixed feelings fans, and presumably other people, had about Abbott.
  20. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  21. ^ This baby was with James Cameron, her husband at the time.
  22. ^ from the Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review Online
  23. ^ from Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review -- 1997, Archived version
  24. ^ from Helpers' Network Quality Fanzine Review -- 1997, Archived version
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