Originally Posted By Malin I'm posting this in the TDR section so people don't miss what Lee and Lindsay have revealed about the upcoming issue of Tales from the LaughingPlace Magazine which will focus on the development of Tokyo Disneyland. <a href="http://mb.laughingplace.com/MsgBoard-T-104613-P-1.asp" target="_blank">http://mb.laughingplace.com/Ms...-P-1.asp</a> This looks like a must have issue for anyone who follows the Tokyo park, as its not often Imagineers share stories on the development for this park, and its also very rare we get to view concept art from either of the Tokyo parks. Don't forget the Magazine is also now available to purchase from the Tokyo Disney Resort.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 ^^Looking forward to seeing it. It seems so much more substantive than the D23 fanzine I picked up the other day. There's style and there's substance. It seems pretty clear that thus far Disney can't outdo what Lee and Lindsay have put together for the fan community.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< It seems pretty clear that thus far Disney can't outdo what Lee and Lindsay have put together for the fan community. >>> I haven't seen D23 yet, but I'd imagine that its target audience is much broader than Tales', and there's really no way to accomplish that without it being less interesting to folks like us.
Originally Posted By leemac <<It seems pretty clear that thus far Disney can't outdo what Lee and Lindsay have put together for the fan community.>> I've heard about your cheerleading efforts on other boards, Spirit. I'm delighted that you feel that Tales is a better product than D23. I must admit that most of the feedback I have received is along similar lines. Imitation is the kindest form of flattery and I'm delighted that Disney felt they needed to get into the high-end collectible magazine business. Time will tell if it was the right decision for them.
Originally Posted By MagicalNezumi Just renewed my subscription. Looking forward to the TDL features. Keep doing the great job on the magazine Lee and Lindsay. See you guys in a couple of weeks. -- MagicalNezumi
Originally Posted By leemac Thanks MN! I'm back and forth from TDR at the moment but will definitely be there the entire working week of the Monsters opening. You know where I'll be staying and I think you still have my BlackBerry email. Hopefully we can hook up at some point.
Originally Posted By Malin *** It seems so much more substantive than the D23 fanzine I picked up the other day. *** I wish I was able to be in a position to coment on the Disney Twenty Three Magazine but I'm still waiting for the first issue and all the other stuff to arrive. At $50 shipping I would of expected it to be here by now. *** It seems pretty clear that thus far Disney can't outdo what Lee and Lindsay have put together for the fan community. *** I've collected each issue from the start and Lee, Lindsay and the other contributers write the Magazine from a fans point of view, the D23 Magazine on the other hand comes across more of like a promotional tool. Take a look at some of the content on offer, Tales is focusing on bringing us exclusive art work from TDL attractions like the Castle Mystery Tour, while D23 on the other hand has pictures of Zac and Vennesa.
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<I've heard about your cheerleading efforts on other boards, Spirit. I'm delighted that you feel that Tales is a better product than D23. I must admit that most of the feedback I have received is along similar lines.>> I wouldn't call it cheerleading per se (although old man Pierce might disagree). I'm just always fair (and blunt as you know!) when I post. I was shocked that more of the fanbois on that site (and they do skew younger, but still) weren't aware it existed. I'm sure if was sold at WDW that might put it in their sphere of consciousness, so to speak. And while I am not a subscriber, I do have a few issues of Tales here and have seen most of them and my opinion is it is the best publication for Disney fans going right now. I wish there were more ... competition is good ... but I don't think D23 really is. It's more of a glossy ad for everything TWDC wants to whore at a given time. I don't think there are any fans out there who don't know the story of Dave Smith and the archives ad nauseum by now ... and things like the Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-thru have been out for so long they are old as well ... the Tim Burton piece ... well, I have never seen such an interesting character made boring but that story did that (of course, the fact he had major 'issues' with Disney for much of his career but while working for/with Disney and after was ignored) ... honestly, the publication is all fluff and no substance. And to your (and Lindsay's and everyone who works on Tales) credit, no one can say Tales lacks substance. Of course, does TWDC really want its best most loyal fans to read about TDR for instance ... or any of the international resorts? My guess is not really. They want them buying DVCs, LE merchandise and spending weeks a year at WDW and/or DL. <<Imitation is the kindest form of flattery and I'm delighted that Disney felt they needed to get into the high-end collectible magazine business. Time will tell if it was the right decision for them.>> That's a nice way to put it. And I appreciate your situation. I firmly believe Tales 'inspired' the D23 fanzine. And I don't see this lasting for them unless they wake up and truly try and understand their fanbase. D23 is just a glossy Disney Magazine with less in depth writing. Not exactly breaking new ground here no matter how they spin it. So, unless someone at Disney decides to stop making it so easy for you to have the access you have, I don't see you having anything to worry about. ~Zenia as Publisher ... REALLY?!?!?~
Originally Posted By Spirit of 74 <<I've collected each issue from the start and Lee, Lindsay and the other contributers write the Magazine from a fans point of view, the D23 Magazine on the other hand comes across more of like a promotional tool. >> It does because ultimately it is. ~When does the Tales $849 pen come out?~
Originally Posted By SpokkerJones All Disney magazines fail to reach the pinnacle heights that the discontinued E-Ticket has.
Originally Posted By The Goddess Mara My only problem with Laughing Tales has been the difficulty in reading the type due to the design, a problem in many British periodicals. While it has gotten better, Lee and Lindsey should take into account the vision of people over age 45!
