BUBBLES: THE SOAPS.ABOUT.COM NEWSLETTER
October 31, 1999       Vol. 2, Issue 18

        HAPPY HALLOWEEN

~ FEATURE ARTICLE - PASSIONS: PRO AND CON
~ POLL OF THE WEEK - Y&R'S BIGGEST TRAMP?
~ NEWEST NET LINKS - 27 NEW LINKS THIS WEEK
~ LINK OF THE WEEK - SHRINE TO SOAP HUNKS
~ FANS SPEAK OUT - NEW VAMPIRE SOAP OPERA
~HALLOWEEN FUN COSTUME PARTY

------------------ Feature Article ------------------

PASSIONS: PRO AND CON
Since Passions' debut last July 5th, viewers have had no qualms sharing
with me their thoughts and views on all aspects of the show. This week I've
decided to share a sampling of those comments with you. Keep in mind, these
comments reflect the thoughts of fans and non-fans alike. These thoughts
range from love to hate, but a common thread is the "passion" they show
towards this new soap opera. So sit back grab some popcorn and take a
gander at the best, and worst, of my comment collection.
http://soaps.about.com/library/weekly/aa102199.htm

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POLL: WHO DO YOU THINK IS Y&R's BIGGEST TRAMP??
http://forums.about.com/ab-soaps/messages?lgnF=y&msg=2657

NEWEST NET LINKS
27 net links were added this week in these categories:

Another World
Another World Cast
As the World Turns Couples
Bold and the Beautiful
Dark Shadows
Guiding Light
Guiding Light Cast
Just for Fun
Passions Cast
Popular (new category)
Episode Transcripts (new category)
Web Soaps

All new links are listed here: http://soaps.about.com/library/blnewlinks.htm

ABOUT.COM AFFILIATE PROGRAM
Because the feedback on our new affiliate program has been very positive, I
urge any of you that have a website to look into our new affiliate program.
The program is very simple to become a part of. You add a link, a search
box or a banner to any site or sites relevant to your website and you earn
.06 per click through the end of the year. Find out more:
http://soaps.about.com/library/blaffiliate.htm

SOAP SUDS DAILY
Your *free* daily dose of soap opera news and information. Updated daily
with VCR alerts, hot links, and news. This page also links you directly to
recaps for the daytime shows, spoilers, and much more.
http://soaps.about.com/library/blnewsuds.htm?nl

(Here's a sample of the news you'll find each day)

AS THE WORLD TURNS
-The show's opening credits are getting a face life. Look for the new
opening to debut Monday November 1.

BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL
-Karim Prince returns as Raymond. He'll first air October 29

GUIDING LIGHT
-When GL decided to let go of William Bumiller from the role of hunky
island man Sean earlier this year, fans were not too happy. Now he's
back...but on another show. He's been cast in the role of Martin Fitzgerald
on Passions.

PASSIONS
-Audition alert: The show is turning to the net to cast an upcoming role.
Read the NBC news release
( http://soaps.about.com/library/passions/blpassionsnewsrelease.htm  ) to
find out more.

PORT CHARLES
-David Holcomb is back as Greg October 27.

SUNSET BEACH
-John Reilly returns as Del on November 17.

For all the most recent soap opera news visit Soap Suds Daily.

SOAP OPERA UPDATES
Daily updates for some of our favorite soap operas, written by fans.
http://forums.about.com/ab-soaps/messages/?ctx=524288&msg=850.1

------------------ Link of the Week ------------------

SHRINE TO THE SOAP HUNKS
Pictures of a number of the most delectable guys ever to grace our screens.
This is a site you can lose yourself in. Run by: soaphunks@geocities.com.
http://www.geocities.com/TelevisionCity/Studio/5109/index.htm

------------------ Fans Speak Out ------------------

CALLING ALL ANOTHER WORLD FANS
The show's been gone since June and now the talk is slowing down. Join us
and keep AW alive!
http://forums.about.com/ab-soaps/messages?lgnF=y&msg=2632.1

NEW VAMPIRE SOAP OPERA
FOX has a "sexy vampire soap opera" in development for next season. Would
you watch?
http://forums.about.com/ab-soaps/messages?lgnF=y&msg=2690

ATWT: CHRIS AND MOLLY
Is this a bit close to being gross? Brother to brother is a soap staple,
but this seems wrong!
http://forums.about.com/ab-soaps/messages?lgnF=y&msg=2573

------------------ Passions Guide ------------------

NBC'S PASSIONS - YOUR GUIDE
News, updates, photos, links, polls, and more...all about the new NBC
daytime soap Passions.
http://soaps.about.com/library/blpassions.htm

------------------ Halloween Costume Party ------------------

We invite you to join us tonight October 31st at 9pm ET, for a Halloween
party. This party is expressly for soap opera fans. We urge you to come
dressed as your favorite soap character past or present. Door prizes will
be given out throughout the night. You must be present in order to claim
your prize.
http://soaps.about.com/mpchat.htm

------------------ Closing ------------------

Don't hesitate to email me with any comments or suggestions for future
issues. I'll see you again next week!

Heather Arsenault
Soap Operas
http://soaps.about.com?nl
soaps.guide@about.com

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