Cursed (Buffy/Angel novel)
| Industry | Publishing |
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| Founded | 1999 |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom |
| Products | Buffy the Vampire Slayer Magazine, Angel Magazine |
Buffyverse literature encompasses Buffy novels, Angel novels, combined Buffy/Angel novels, the Tales of the Slayer series, along with both official and fan-created guidebooks.
In the United Kingdom, Titan Magazines produced two publications catering to enthusiasts of the television series Buffy the Vampire Slayer and its derivative Angel. The Buffy the Vampire Slayer Magazine debuted in 1999. Meanwhile, Angel Magazine was published for 24 issues between September 2003 and July 2005. Beginning with issue #76 (August 2005), Buffy the Vampire Slayer Magazine absorbed Angel Magazine, adopted a new title reflecting this merger, transitioned to a bi-monthly schedule in 2006, and concluded with issue #94 (June/July 2007).
Background
| Buffyverse narratives | Setting, period (if specified) | ||||
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| Tales of the Slayer | (Various) | ||||
| Initial compilation of stories focusing on Slayers predating Buffy. | |||||
| Tales of the Slayer | (Various) | ||||
| Second anthology featuring Slayers before Buffy's era. | |||||
| Tales of the Slayer | (Various) | ||||
| Third volume collecting tales about pre-Buffy Slayers. | |||||
| Tales of the Slayer | (Various) | ||||
| Fourth set of stories concerning Slayers before Buffy. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Spike and Dru: Pretty Maids All in a Row | 1940s | ||||
| Spike secures Freyja's Strand as a gift for Drusilla's vampire birthday celebration. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Blackout | New York, 1977 | ||||
| Nikki Wood confronts evil forces while safeguarding her son; Spike arrives in New York. | |||||
Buffy Season 1
These narratives take place during Buffy Season 1, spanning from spring 1996 to spring 1997.
| Buffyverse narratives | Setting, period (if specified) | ||||
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| Buffy novel: Halloween Rain | Sunnydale, Halloween 1996 | ||||
| Xander and Willow caution Buffy about threats on Halloween night. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Night of the Living Rerun | Sunnydale, 1996/7 | ||||
| The Master endeavors to return from defeat. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Coyote Moon | Sunnydale, summer 1997 | ||||
| A summer carnival arrives in Sunnydale. | |||||
| Buffy anthology: How I Survived My Summer Vacation | Sunnydale & L.A., summer 1997 | ||||
| While Buffy visits her father in Los Angeles, others continue battling evil forces. | |||||
Buffy Season 2
The following narratives take place during the second season of Buffy (from fall 1997 through spring 1998).
| Buffyverse stories | Setting and timeframe (when specified) | ||||
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| Buffy novel: Keep Me In Mind | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| Ethan Rayne makes a return, unleashing a malevolent sorcerer originating from medieval Bavaria. | |||||
| Buffy novel: The Suicide King | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| Buffy investigates after a string of student suicides occur. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Colony | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| Mayor Wilkins brings Belakane to Sunnydale High with her initiative "Be the Ultimate You!". | |||||
| Buffy novel: Night Terrors | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| A demon known as the Night Terror invades victims’ dreams, causing turmoil in their waking lives. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Bad Bargain | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| Items from a school rummage sale become contaminated with Hellmouth parasites after being stored in the basement. | |||||
| Buffy novel: After Image | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| The reopening of the Sunnydale drive-in is accompanied by supernatural occurrences. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Carnival of Souls | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| A traveling carnival arrives and becomes entangled with the enigmas surrounding Sunnydale. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Portal Through Time | Sunnydale, 1997 | ||||
| Followers of the Master journey through time aiming to disrupt the Slayer’s lineage and thwart Buffy’s success. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Go Ask Malice: A Slayer's Diary | Boston, December 1997 - June 1998 | ||||
| Faith faces challenges growing up in South Boston until Diana Dormer reveals her Slayer potential. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Blooded | Sunnydale, 1997/8 | ||||
| The Scooby gang becomes involved in a conflict among Asian warriors. | |||||
Buffy Season 3
These tales are set during the third season of Buffy, spanning autumn 1998 to spring 1999.
| Buffyverse stories | Setting and timeframe (if specified) | ||||
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| Buffy novel: Sins of the Father | Sunnydale, 1998 | ||||
| Pike makes a visit to Sunnydale. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Child of the Hunt | Sunnydale, 1998 | ||||
| 'The Wild Hunt' arrives in town. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Ghoul Trouble | Sunnydale, 1998 | ||||
| A vampire named Solitaire appears who is unaffected by sunlight. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Paleo | Sunnydale, 1998 | ||||
| Attempts are made to bring dinosaur eggs back to life. | |||||
| Buffy novel: The Evil That Men Do | Sunnydale, 1998 | ||||
| An ancient vampire named Helen endeavors to summon a goddess of destruction. | |||||
| Buffy novel: The Deathless | Sunnydale, 1999 | ||||
| Sunnydale High prepares for Ring Day festivities. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Doomsday Deck | Sunnydale, 1999 | ||||
| Justine, a tarot card reader, arrives in town. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Immortal | Sunnydale, 1999 | ||||
| Buffy faces off against Veronique, a vampire possessing extreme immortality. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Prime Evil | Sunnydale, spring 1999 | ||||
| New instructor Crystal Gregory triggers panic attacks in Buffy. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Revenant | Sunnydale, spring 1999 | ||||
| A Chinese gang makes an appearance in town. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Power of Persuasion | Sunnydale, spring 1999 | ||||
| The Moon family establishes a "Womyn Power" group amidst strange murders. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Resurrecting Ravana | Sunnydale, spring 1999 | ||||
| Rakshasa aid in bringing back the ancient Hindu deity Ravana. | |||||
| 'Trilogy' 'The Gatekeeper' books |
Sunnydale, spring 1999 | ||||
| 'The Gatekeeper' endeavors to uphold the boundaries of reality amid escalating dangers. | |||||
| rowspan=1 | 'Return to Chaos' book | Sunnydale, spring 1999 | |||
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Four Druids attempt an incantation aimed at sealing off the Hellmouth portal. |
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Visitors book||Sunnydale, spring 1999 |
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Visitors depicts Buffy suspecting she is being pursued by a mischievous demon. |
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Unnatural Selection book||Sunnydale, spring 1999 |
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Willow confronts faeries that threaten the safety of the town. |
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Obsidian Fate book||Sunnydale, spring 1999 |
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An old Spanish expedition is uncovered near Sunnydale. |
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Deep Water book||Sunnydale, spring 1999 |
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Buffy Season 4 / Angel Season 1
The narratives within the Buffyverse take place during Buffy Season 4 alongside Angel Season 1, spanning from fall 1999 through spring 2000.
| Buffyverse stories | Setting and period (when specified) | ||||
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| Angel novel: Not Forgotten | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Angel Investigations aids immigrants facing difficulties. | |||||
| Buffy novels: Lost Slayer [series] |
Sunnydale, 1999 | ||||
| Buffy, now attending UC Sunnydale, confronts vampires marked with bat tattoos threatening her friends. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Oz: Into the Wild | Sunnydale, 1999 | ||||
| Oz sets out on a personal quest after departing from home. | |||||
| Angel novel: Close to the Ground | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Angel is recruited by a Hollywood executive for assistance. | |||||
| Angel novel: Soul Trade | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Angel investigates the case of stolen souls. | |||||
| Angel novel: Redemption | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| A prominent actress turns to Angel for help. | |||||
| Angel novel: Shakedown | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Doyle experiences a vision indicating significant upheaval. | |||||
| Angel novel: Hollywood Noir | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Discovery of a body at a Hollywood location reveals hidden troubles. | |||||
| Angel novel: Avatar | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Cordelia suggests creating an online presence for their detective firm. | |||||
| Angel novel: Bruja | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| An assault on a clergyman shocks the city. | |||||
| Angel novel: The Summoned | Los Angeles, 1999 | ||||
| Terri Miller arrives in LA seeking assistance. | |||||
| Buffy novel: These Our Actors | Sunnydale, 2000 | ||||
| Willow takes drama classes while Spike reminisces about Cecily. | |||||
| Buffy/Angel novels: Unseen [Trilogy] |
Sunnydale and Los Angeles, 2000 | ||||
| Together, Buffy and Angel tackle teenage disappearances and mediate gang tensions in LA. | |||||
Buffy Season 5/Angel Season 2
These narratives are set within the timeline of Buffy Season 5 and Angel Season 2, spanning from autumn 2000 through spring 2001.
| Buffyverse stories | Setting and period (when specified) | ||||
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| Angel novel: Image | Los Angeles, 1950s/2000 | ||||
| An ancient malevolence attempts to manipulate a painting. | |||||
| Angel novel: Stranger to the Sun | Los Angeles, 2000 | ||||
| Wesley is delivered an enigmatic parcel. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Wisdom of War | Sunnydale, 2001 | ||||
| Two extraordinary aquatic beings appear in Sunnydale. | |||||
| Angel novel: Vengeance | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| Lily Pierce’s motivational talks influence the entire city. | |||||
| Angel novel: Haunted | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| Cordelia takes part in a haunted house reality television program. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Tempted Champions | Sunnydale, 2001 | ||||
| A deadly combatant threatens both humans and vampires alike. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Little Things | Sunnydale, 2001 | ||||
| Sunnydale faces terror from an enigmatic tiny adversary. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Crossings | Sunnydale, 2001 | ||||
| Xander uncovers a hazardous beta version of a fully immersive video game. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Sweet Sixteen | Sunnydale, 2001 | ||||
| Dawn develops a friendship with a girl named Arianna. | |||||
Buffy Season 6/Angel Season 3
The following stories take place during the timeframe of Buffy Season 6 and Angel Season 3, covering autumn 2001 through spring 2002.
| Buffyverse stories | Setting and period (when specified) | ||||
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| Buffy/Angel novel: Cursed | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| Spike becomes the focus of a coordinated attack; Angel and Spike collaborate against mutual adversaries. | |||||
| Angel novel: Sanctuary | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| A powerful explosion shakes Caritas. | |||||
| Angel anthology: The Longest Night | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| On December 21, Angel’s group withstands the longest night of the year. | |||||
| Buffy/Angel novel: Monster Island | Sunnydale, Los Angeles, Monster Island, 2001 | ||||
| The Fang Gang and Scooby Gang join forces to defend a sanctuary for half-blood demons. | |||||
| Angel novel: Endangered Species | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| Angel wrestles with the moral implications of exterminating all vampires. | |||||
| Angel novel: Impressions | Los Angeles, 2001 | ||||
| A man fleeing from a demon seeks shelter at the Hotel. | |||||
| Buffy novels: Wicked Willow | Sunnydale, 2002 | ||||
| Presents an alternative storyline where Dark Willow remains corrupted for an extended period. | |||||
Buffy Season 7–8 / Angel Season 4–5
The narratives within the Buffyverse take place during the timeline of Buffy Season 7 and Angel Season 4, spanning from autumn 2002 to spring 2003.
| Buffyverse narratives | Setting and timeframe (when specified) | ||||
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| Buffy/Angel novel: Seven Crows | Mexico, 2002 | ||||
| Riley, Sam, and Finn recruit Buffy and Angel to explore unusual supernatural occurrences between Arizona and Mexico. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Apocalypse Memories | Sunnydale, 2002 | ||||
| Willow becomes anxious that her magical abilities might attract dark forces as Angel Michael warns of an impending apocalypse in Sunnydale. | |||||
| Angel novel: Dark Mirror | Los Angeles, 2002 | ||||
| The team faces sinister versions of themselves. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Mortal Fear | Sunnydale, 2002 | ||||
| Simon dispatches Buffy to collect fragments of a mystical sword, though his intentions are ambiguous. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Spark and Burn | Sunnydale, 2002 | ||||
| Spike battles with insanity while revisiting memories in a school's basement. | |||||
| Buffy/Angel novel: Heat | Sunnydale, Los Angeles, 2002 | ||||
| Buffy and Angel join forces to confront an ancient entity known as the Possessor, once called "Qin". | |||||
| Angel novel: Solitary Man | Los Angeles, 2002 | ||||
| Team Angel contends with a budding detective who complicates their mission. | |||||
| Angel novel: Love and Death | Los Angeles, 2002 | ||||
| A provocative radio personality incites demon hunters. | |||||
| Angel novel: Monolith | Los Angeles, 2002 | ||||
| A gigantic monolith materializes on Hollywood Boulevard. | |||||
| Angel novel: Nemesis | Los Angeles, 2003 | ||||
| Fred’s former graduate school acquaintance requests assistance at a prominent scientific institution. | |||||
| Angel novel: Book of the Dead | Los Angeles, 2003 | ||||
| A former Watcher colleague of Wesley arrives in LA for an auction featuring rare books. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Queen of the Slayers | Sunnydale, Cleveland, Italy; Summer 2003–2004 | ||||
| Numerous potential slayers awaken as prominent dark forces unite to oppose the new regime. | |||||
| Buffy novel: Dark Congress | 2003–2004 | ||||
| After a five-century break, demonic and monstrous factions prepare to assemble once again. | |||||
- One Thing Or Your Mother by Kirsten Beyer, published August 2007
Authors
- (w/) = Joint work with another author from the Buffyverse
- (s) = Short story
An alphabetical roster of writers who have contributed novels set within the Buffyverse universe:
- Pierce Askegren – After Image
- Laura J. Burns – Colony (w/), Apocalypse Memories (w/)
- Denise Ciencin – Nemesis (w/), Mortal Fear (w/)
- Scott Ciencin – Authored Sweet Sixteen, and co-wrote Vengeance, Nemesis, and Mortal Fear
- Arthur Byron Cover – Night of the Living Rerun
- Don DeBrandt – Shakedown
- Keith R.A. DeCandido – Blackout
- Cameron Dokey – Titles include Here Be Monsters, The Summoned, and the short story How I Survived My Summer Vacation (s)
- Doranna Durgin – Wrote Impressions, Fearless, and the short story The Longest Night (s)
- Diana G. Gallagher – Authored multiple works such as Obsidian Fate, Prime Evil, Doomsday Deck, Spark and Burn, and Bad Bargain
- Craig Shaw Gardner – Known for Return to Chaos and Dark Mirror
- Ray Garton – Wrote Resurrecting Ravana
- Laura Anne Gilman – Co-authored Visitors and Deep Water
- Christopher Golden – Has penned numerous titles including Halloween Rain, Blooded, Child of the Hunt, along with the Gatekeeper trilogy, frequently collaborating with others.
- Christie Golden – Contributed several short stories such as those in Tales of the Slayer.
- Alice Henderson – Notable novels include Night Terrors and Portal Through Time.
- Nancy Holder – Key works include the Gatekeeper trilogy, Immortal, plus a range of Angel novels, often in partnership with other authors.
- Dan Jolley – Co-writer of Angel’s Vengeance.
- Dori Koogler – Collaborated on Buffy’s These Our Actors.
- Robert Joseph Levy – Authored The Suicide King and Go Ask Malice.
- Ashley McConnell – Co-authored Buffy’s These Our Actors and Angel’s Book of the Dead.
- Jeff Mariotte – Extensive contributions to Angel novels including the Unseen Trilogy among others.
- Elizabeth Massie – Writer of Buffy’s Power of Persuasion.
- Melinda Metz – Co-author on Buffy titles such as Colony and Apocalypse Memories.
- Rebecca Moesta – Author of Buffy’s Little Things.
- Yvonne Navarro – Recognized for the Wicked Willow trilogy along with various Buffy and Angel short stories.
- Mel Odom – Prolific across both Buffy and Angel novels, including Unnatural Selection, Revenant, plus several short stories.
- John Passarella – Writer behind Angel novels like Ghoul Trouble and Avatar.
- Paul Ruditis – Contributor of the Buffy short story The Show Must Go On.
- Josepha Sherman – Co-authored Buffy’s Visitors and Deep Water.
- Thomas E. Sniegoski – Collaborated on Angel’s Soul Trade and the Buffy/Angel crossover Monster Island.
- John Vornholt – Author of Buffy novels including Coyote Moon and the Buffy/Angel crossover Seven Crows.
Canonical considerations
The books mentioned are not recognized as part of the official Buffyverse canon but rather reflect the creative interpretations of their authors. Unlike typical fan fiction, their story summaries received approval from Fox and Joss Whedon's office, permitting them to be marketed as authorized Buffy or Angel merchandise.
"Watcher's Guides"
The Official Buffy the Vampire Slayer guidebooks offer an extensive exploration of the series, including episode summaries, excised script excerpts, character biographies, interviews, music catalogs, monster descriptions, behind-the-scenes details, and photographic content.
| Volume 1 Main Features | Details |
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| "Mythology of Buffy" | Examination of slayers and vampires. |
| "Sunnydale Guidebook" | Exploration of the show's locale. |
| "Character Guide" | Detailed profiles of principal characters. |
| "Episode Guide" | Summaries for Seasons 1 and 2. |
| "Monster Guide" | Descriptions of key vampires and demons. |
| "Bloodlust" | Insights into Sunnydale relationships. |
| "Behind the Scenes" | Interviews with cast and crew members. |
| "Music" | Catalog of songs featured in Seasons 1–2. |
| Volume 2 Main Features | Details |
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| "Buffyverse: Character Guide" | Expanded character profiles. |
| "Buffyverse: The Pain" | Exploration of themes involving love and loss. |
| "Episode Guide" | Summaries for Seasons 3 and 4. |
| "Cast Profiles" | Biographies of actors. |
| "Creating Buffy" | Reports on sets and production interviews. |
| "Bands of Buffy" | Interviews with musical artists featured in the series. |
| "Merchandising" | Overview of related spin-off products. |
Watcher's Guide Volume III centers on episode summaries for Seasons 5 through 7 and contains essays that analyze characters and thematic elements:
| Contributor | Volume 3 Essays |
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| Ginger Buchanan | "The Journey of Jonathan Levinson" |
| Hank Wagner | "The Family Hour" |
| Rob Francis | "Buffy through a British lens" |
| Maryelizabeth Hart | "Slaying the Big Lies: Love conquers all, and other monstrous myths" |
| Allie Costa | "A Part of Something, or Buffy the Vampire Slayer: My First Long-Term Relationship" |
| Scott and Denise Cienin | "I Know You Are, but Who Am I?: Dawn" |
| Charles De Lint | "Why I Like Buffy" |
| James Moore | "Monsters Made to Order" |
| Joss Whedon ("Restless" teleplay), Paul Ruditis (commentary) | "Restless: A Path to Premonitions" |
| Micol Ostow | "Chosen: A Postmodern Postmortem of Buffy as a Contemporary Icon" |
"Casefiles"
Published by Simon & Schuster, these official companions to Angel mirror the format established by the Watcher's Guides. They include detailed episode guides, images, quotations, and behind-the-scenes commentary.
Volume I encompasses Angel Seasons 1 and 2 (416 pages; released June 1, 2002).
Volume II covers Angel Seasons 3 and 4 (304 pages; released November 30, 2004).
Unofficial guidebooks
These publications are not officially licensed by 20th Century Fox and do not represent authorized Buffy or Angel merchandise.
Keith Topping
Keith Topping has produced several unofficial companion guides for television series, including titles on The X Files and The Avengers. He has also created in-depth analytical guides specifically for both Buffy (titled Slayer) and Angel (known as Hollywood Vampire). His works provide detailed episode breakdowns across various thematic categories, drawing attention to subtle elements appreciated by avid fans.
Slayer
Originally released in the United Kingdom in December 1999, the first edition of Slayer covered the initial three seasons of Buffy. Over time, it has been expanded through multiple versions; the most recent, called Complete Slayer, includes comprehensive coverage of all seven seasons, totaling 702 pages.
Topping’s episode evaluations are organized under these headings:
| Category | Description |
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| "Dreaming (As Blondie Once Said) is Free" | Insights into dream-related sequences. |
| "Dudes and Babes" | Assessment of character appeal. |
| "Authority Sucks" | Examination of Buffy’s struggles with authority figures. |
| "Mom's Apple Pie" | Exploration of family relationships, particularly between Buffy and Joyce. |
| "Denial Thy Name is Joyce" | Analysis of Buffy's mother’s denial tendencies. |
| "It's a Designer Label" | Observations on costume and fashion choices. |
| "References" | Identification of cultural allusions. |
| "Geek-Speak" | Notes on references made by the Trio characters. |
| "Bitch!" | Highlighting instances of female antagonism. |
| "Awesome!" | Topping’s picks for standout action or comedic moments. |
| "Valley-Speak" | Study of Californian teenage slang. |
| "Cigarettes and Alcohol" | Comments on adolescent rebellion themes. |
| "Logic Let Me Introduce You to This Window" | Spotting continuity mistakes and bloopers. |
| "I Just Love Your Accent" | Commentary on British stereotypes portrayed. |
| "Quote/Unquote" | Selection of notable dialogue excerpts. |
Hollywood Vampire
Multiple editions of Hollywood Vampire have been published, with the most extensive version (February 2004) covering seasons 1 through 4 of Angel. Additionally, a 228-page supplementary guide titled Hollywood Vampire: The Apocalypse, focusing exclusively on Season 5, was issued in May 2005.
This guide follows a similar structural format to Slayer, categorizing episodes under headings such as:
| Category | Description |
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| "Dreaming (As Buffy often proved) is Free" | Commentary on dream sequences. |
| "Dudes and Babes" | Observations regarding character attractiveness. |
| "It's a Designer Label" | Details on fashion and victim descriptions. |
| "References" | Highlighted cultural references. |
| "West Hollywood" | Humorous references to Angel’s sexuality. |
| "The Charisma Show" | Focused analysis of key Cordelia scenes. |
| "L.A.-Speak" | Examination of affluent Californian speech patterns. |
| "There's a Ghost in my House" | Appearances featuring Phantom Dennis. |
| "Sex, Drugs, and Rock'n Roll" | Mentions of characters’ more wild lifestyles. |
| "Logic Let Me Introduce You to This Window" | Identification of continuity errors and goofs. |
| "I Just Love Your Accent" | Commentary on perceptions of Britishness. |
| "Quote/Unquote" | Selected memorable quotes chosen by Topping. |
Nikki Stafford
Nikki Stafford is the author behind comprehensive guides for both Buffy and Angel.
Bite Me
Released in September 2002, this guide covers Buffy Seasons 1 through 6 and provides brief reviews of Angel Seasons 1 to 3. It also includes behind-the-scenes details and a profile of Sarah Michelle Gellar.
Once Bitten
Published on October 28, 2004, this volume focuses on Angel Seasons 1 to 5. It features the show's background, highlights prominent fan websites, explores academic attention given to both series, and offers exclusive behind-the-scenes information.
Dusted
Lawrence Miles' Dusted delivers an in-depth critique of seven seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, encompassing a thorough episode guide along with summaries of related comics and novels released before 2003.
The Girl's Got Bite
Kathleen Tracy’s second edition of The Girl's Got Bite, issued in May 2003, covers content through mid-season seven of Buffy. It contains episode summaries, cast biographies, trivia, and insights behind the scenes.
Magazines
This publication provided extensive coverage of both Buffy and Angel, featuring interviews, production articles, episode highlights, and reviews of associated comics and novels. Below is an overview of key issues emphasizing content relevant to business interests:
| Issue | Date | Interviews | Features | Reviews |
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| #1 | Oct 1999 | David Boreanaz | 'Ask Joss', Music at the Bronze, Vampire identification | None |
| #2 | Nov 1999 | James Marsters, Juliet Landau | Special effects breakdown, Comic: "The Final Cut" | None |
| #6 | Mar 2000 | Seth Green, Bianca Lawson | Guide to Buffy Season 1 episodes, Vampires in popular culture | None |
| #11 | Aug 2000 | Joss Whedon, Emma Caulfield | Costume design insight, Library set update | None |
| #16 | Jan 2001 | Amber Benson | Angel Season 1 episode guide, Set reports, Comic: "The Blood of Carthage I" | Various comic and novel titles |
| #20 | May 2001 | Joss Whedon, Bailey Chase & Leonard Roberts | "Restless" episode analysis, Spike’s crypt tour, Comic series continuation | Selected novel releases |
| #30 | Feb 2002 | Joss Whedon, Anthony Stewart Head | Episode focus: "Lovers Walk", Comic: "Cemetery of Lost Love I" | Collections of novels and comics |
| #40 | Nov 2002 | Anthony Stewart Head | Top ten scariest episodes list, Giles highlights, Buffy Season 6 discussion panel | Various novels and comics |
| Yearbook | Winter 2002/3 | Joss Whedon, David Boreanaz et al. | Extensive episode guides (Seasons 1-6), Profiles of Buffy and Angel | None |
| #50 | Aug 2003 | Joss Whedon | Coverage of Buffy Wrap Party, Top merchandise ranking | Comic: "Note from the Underground V" |
| #56 | Feb 2004 | Iyari Limon, Nathan Fillion ('Caleb') | Buffy Season 7 episode guide | Comic: "Play With Fire" |
| #57 | Mar 2004 | Joss Whedon, Juliet Landau | Feature on Spike, Best Buffy kisses | Annual book and novel summary |
| #64 | Sep 2004 | Nathan Fillion ('Caleb'), James Marsters | Profile on Buffy Summers, Director interviews | Novel: "Heat" |
| #73 | May 2005 | Alyson Hannigan, Marti Noxon | Sunnydale guidebook, Episode focus: "Smashed" | Novel: "The Suicide King" |
This magazine served as a crucial vehicle for promoting merchandise tied to the Buffyverse, extending the brand through interviews with principal creative figures and cast members. It maintained a steady presence within the UK market until its discontinuation in mid-2007.
Angel
| Issue | Date | Interviews | Features | Reviews |
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| #01 | Sep 2003 | David Boreanaz, Stephanie Romanov | Episode Guide (Seasons 1-4), Cordelia Spotlight | Compilation of Angel novels, DVD bonus content |
| #02 | Oct 2003 | Alexis Denisof, Mercedes McNab, Jeffrey Bell, Mark Lutz ('Groo') | Guide to L.A. Filming Locations | Angel comics, trading cards, RPG, action figures, top trumps |
| #03 | Nov 2003 | Joss Whedon, Amy Acker, Keith Szarabajka ('Holtz'), Sean Astin (director) | Angel Character Quiz | (None) |
| #04 | Dec 2003 | Vincent Kartheiser, Julie Benz | Convention Coverage (full writing staff attendance) | (None) |
| #05 | Christmas 2003 | J. August Richards, Andy Hallett | Season 5 Focus on New Set Designs, 'An Angel Christmas' Shopping Guide | (None) |
| #06 | Jan 2004 | David Boreanaz, Elizabeth Craft, Sarah Fain | Spotlight on Spike, "Conviction" Set Report | - |
| #07 | Feb 2004 | James Marsters | "Unleashed" Set Overview, Wolfram and Hart Profile | - |
| #08 | Mar 2004 | Mercedes McNab, Jeffrey Bell | Analysis of 'Angel's Angels' Relationships, Behind-the-Scenes of Mr Pee-Pee & Monster-Lorne Creation | (None) |
| #09 | Apr 2004 | David Fury, Sarah Thompson, Juliet Landau | Costume Feature, "Soul Purpose" Set Report, Makeup Insights | (None) |
| #10 | May 2004 | Team Angel Cast, Tom Lenk, Jonathan Woodward ('Knox') | "Damage" Set Coverage, Fred's Lab Design Feature | "Dark Mirror", "Solitary Man", "Nemesis" |
| #11 | Jun 2004 | Amy Acker, Navi Rawat ('Dana') | Pylea Travel Guide, Set Report: "A Hole in the World" Episode | (None) |
| #12 | 2004 | James Marsters, Steven S. DeKnight, Adam Baldwin ('Hamilton'), Vincent Kartheiser | Design of Angel's Penthouse, Fred Intelligence Test Quiz | - |
| #13 | Jul 2004 | Alexis Denisof | Article by Dave Roberts, Stunt Feature, Episode Guide (Seasons 4 part 1) | - |
| #14 | Aug 2004 | Eliza Dushku | "Not Fade Away" Set Report, Episode Guide (Seasons 4 part 2), Props Feature, 'Angel Eye' Comedy Segment | (None) |
| #15 | Sep 2004 | J. August Richards, Ben Edlund, David Denman ('Skip'), Jaime Bergman ('Amanda') | Lorne's Karaoke Tips, Special Effects Feature | (None) |
| #16 | Oct 2004 | David Boreanaz | Editing Insights, "Not Fade Away" Set Coverage, Spider-Demons from Season 4 Jasmine Arc, Jeffrey Bell Commentary on Season 5 Ep. (part 1) | (None) |
| #17 | Nov 2004 | Christian Kane,Gina Torres('Jasmine'),Stephanie Romanov | Jeffrey Bell Commentary on Season 5 Ep. (part 2), Top 20 Villains List, Vampire Feature | (None) |
| Year | Yearbook 2004 | Joss Whedon,David Boreanaz,J. August Richards,James Marsters,Amy Acker,Alexis Denisof,Andy Hallett | Comprehensive A-Z of Angel, Season 5 Special with Episode Features and Cast & Crew Interviews | None |
| #18 | Jan 2005 | Mercedes McNab,Julie Benz,Juliet Landau,Drew Goddard,Mark Lutz ('Groo') | The Shanshu Prophecy Explored | "Book of the Dead", "Love and Death" |
| #19 | Feb 2005 | Jeffrey Bell,Sarah Thompson,Jenny Mollen ('Nina'), Sam Anderson ('Holland Manners') | Ranking of Top 25 Angel Episodes | (None) |
| #20 | Mar 2005 | James Marsters,David Boreanaz, Kelly Manners (Producer) | Feature on Monsters, Wolfram and Hart Application Form Included | (None) |
| #21 | Apr 2005 | David Greenwalt,Amy Acker,Laurel Holloman ('Justine'), Garry Grubs & Jennifer Griffin ('Mr & Mrs Burkle') | Focus on Demons Feature | - |
| #22 | May 2005 | Alexis Denisof | Information on "The Curse", Spike Quiz, Angel Puppet Spotlight, Charisma Carpenter Interview | (None) |
| #23 | Jun 2005 | Andy Hallett, Ryan Alvarez ('Mr Pee-Pee') | Monsters Featurette, Angel Quiz, Wolfram and Hart Safety Guide, Top 20 Funniest Moments List | (None) |
| #24 | July 2005 | Jeffrey Bell,Steven S. DeKnight,Ben Edlund,David Fury,Drew Goddard,Elizabeth Craft,Sarah Fain, Vladimir Kulich ('The Beast') | Behind-the-Scenes of "The Curse", Extensive Quiz, Actor and Character Profiles Included | (None) |
Buffy the Vampire Slayer, including Angel
| Issue | Date | Interviews | Features | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #76 | Aug 2005 | Michelle Trachtenberg, Vincent Kartheiser, Hinton Battle ('Sweet') | Timeline (part 1), Buffyverse What If scenarios | "Keep Me In Mind", Angel puppet |
| #77 | Sep 2005 | Alexa Davalos, Seth Green, K. Todd Reeman ('Mr Trick') | Timeline (part 2), Episode Focus: "Lies My Parents Told Me", Behind the scenes of "Old Times" | "Queen of the Slayers" |
| #78 | Oct 2005 | Amber Benson, Clare Kramer, Adam Baldwin, Matthew James ('Merl'), Diana G. Gallagher | Article on action figures, Timeline (part 3), Behind the scenes of "Spark and Burn", Feature on band Splendid | - |
| #79 | Nov 2005 | Charisma Carpenter, Christian Kane, Sharon Ferguson ('First Slayer'), Kali Rocha, Tim Minear | Timeline (part 4), Apocalypse survival guide, Episode Focus: "You're Welcome" | "The Curse" #1-2, "Spark and Burn" |
| #80 | Dec 2005 | Alexis Denisof, Anthony Stewart Head, Adam Busch, Andy Hallett | Watcher training guide, Angel Booster event coverage, Timeline (part 5), Classic Scene: "Bad Girls" | "Old Times", "The Curse" #3 |
| Year | Yearbook Jan 2006 | Joss Whedon, David Boreanaz, Nicholas Brendon, Iyari Limon, Amy Acker, Andy Hallett, and cast from Buffy/Angel/Firefly (Johnathan Woodward, Jeff Rickets, Carlos Jacott, Andy Umberger) | Annual review, Buffy/Angel awards, Most daring moments, Sarah Michelle Gellar profile, "Now and then" (pilot and finale highlights), "Seen and Heard" (quotes from actors), extended quiz. | None |
| #81 | Feb 2006 | Jane Espenson, Alyson Hannigan, James Marsters, Sarah Thompson, Carrey Cannon ('Female oracle') | Make-up tutorial, Episode analysis with Espenson: "Superstar" | "The Curse" #4-5, The Gift (TokyoPop) |
| #82 | Mar 2006 | Seth Green, Amy Acker, Jordan Baker ('Sheila Rosenberg', Willow's mother), Jenny Mollen, Bailey Chase ('Graham') | Behind the scenes of "Spike: Lost and Found", Episode Focus: "Fredless", Unlikely in Love feature | "Night Terrors", "Colony" |
| #83 | Apr 2006 | Drew Greenberg, Eliza Dushku, Dennis Christopher ('Cyvus Vale'), Robia La Morte | Convention report, Article on Doyle, Episode analysis: "The Killer in Me", Buffy 101 guide | "Old Friends" #1, "After Image" |
| #84 | Spring 2005 | Danny Strong, J. August Richards, Michele Kelly ('Alonna Gunn') | Angel FAQ, Stunt feature, Top 10 recurring characters list, Episode Focus: "Smile Time" | "Old Times", "Old Friends" #2 |
| #85 | Jun 2006 | Alexis Denisof, Julie Benz, Stacey Travis ('Senator Brucker'), Ethan Erickson ('Percy West') | Spotlight on Angel comics production, Generation gap discussion on older vs younger characters, Interviews with actresses playing 'potentials', Classic Scene: "In the Dark" | "Old Wounds", "Old Friends" #3 |
| #86 | Jul 2006 | David Boreanaz, James Leary ('Clem'), Armin Shimerman, Brody Hutzler ('Landok'), T.J. Thyne (Lorne's assistant at W&H) | Buffy Writer's Handbook (part 1 of 7), Episode analysis: "Fear, Itself", Episode Focus: "The Wish" | "Old Friends" #4, "Carnival of Souls", "Spike vs Dracula" #1 |
| #87 | Aug 2006 | Nicholas Brendon, Christian Kane, George Hertzberg, Brigis Brannagh ('Virginia Bryce'), Robert Joseph Levy | Behind the scenes of Go Ask Malice, Buffy Writer's Handbook (part 2 of 7), Features on action figures and weapons | "Spike vs Dracula" #2, "Spike: Lost and Found", "Old Friends" #5 |
| #88 | Sep 2006 | Keith R. A. DeCandido(author),David Boreanaz ,Vincent Kartheiser ,Keith Szarabajka('Holtz'),James Marsters ,Michelle Trachtenberg ,Amber Benson ,John Billingson('Dr Royce') | Buffy Writer's Handbook(part3of7), Buffy's top kills list, Behind scenes of Blackout(Buffy novel) , Cordelia character profile, Episode Focus:"Are You Now or Have You Ever Been", Buffy vs Faith comparison, Top Spike moments compilation, Spike timeline overview, Sets appeal article on key locations, Angelus guide to villainy | "[ [Illyria: Spotlight(Angel comic)] ]", Angel scriptbooks(IDW) |
| #89 | Oct 2006 | Amy Acker ,Clare Kramer ,Anthony Stewart Head | Buffy Writer's Handbook(part4of7), Stand-ins feature for Buffy/Angel, Overview of dimensions visited in shows, Classic scene:"Welcome to the Hellmouth(Buffy episode) " | Go Ask Malice , "Spike vs Dracula(Angel comic) "#3,"Gunn: Spotlight(Angel comic) " |
| #90 | Nov 2006 | Vincent Kartheiser ,Gina Torres ('Jasmine'),Marc Blucas | Buffy Writer's Handbook(part5of7), San Diego Comic Con report with Buffyverse figures updates,"Show Some Initiative"(Initiative questionnaire),"Top Recurring Angel Characters", Episode Focus:"Spin the Bottle" | "[ [Spike vs Dracula(Angel comic)] ]"#4,"Doyle:Spotlight(Angel comic) ", "Angel Scriptbook: Five by Five" |
| #91 | Dec/Jan 2007 | J.August Richards ,James Marsters | Buffy Writer's Handbook(part6of7), Season8 feature,Buffy Awards coverage, Juliet Landau profile,Buffy Christmas special feature, Booster Bash convention report,Sets appeal,"Reunion"(Classic scene) | "[ [Spike vs Dracula(Angel comic)] ]"#5,"Connor:Spotlight(Angel comic) ",Blackout(Buffy novel) |
| #92 | Feb/Mar 2007 | David Boreanaz ,Alyson Hannigan ,Anthony Stewart Head ,Sarah Michelle Gellar ,Scott L.Schwartz(guest star) | Buffy Writer's Handbook(part7of7),"Buffy's Battle of the Sexes"(feminism article),Charisma Carpenter profile, James Marsters convention report,set profiles(school library & principal's office) | "[ [Spike: Asylum] ]"#1,The Return(2006 film) (Gellar film),"Angel Scriptbook: Sanctuary" |
| #93 | Apr/May 2007 | Joss Whedon ,Steven S.DeKnight ,Julie Benz ,Amy Acker ,Elisabeth Röhm ,Scott L.Schwartz(guest star) | Episode analysis:"Dead Things"(with DeKnight), Top ten weapons list,"Amends"(Classic scene), Booster events coverage,"Good Clean Pun"(pun usage in Buffy), Set profiles(Buffy's dorm room & Dracula's mansion) | "[ [Spike: Asylum] ]"#2-4,"Masks(Angel comic) ","Auld Lang Syne(Angel comic) "#1-2,"Portal Through Time " |
| #94 | June/July 2007(Final issue) | Nicholas Brendon ,Juliet Landau ,Jo Chen (comic artist),Mercedes McNab ,Mark Lutz( actor) ,Harry Groener ,Camden Toy ,Keith Szarabajka | 10th Anniversary Buffy panel,Bones(TV series) companion article,Episodes spotlight:"All the Way", The Angel Awards coverage, Michelle Trachtenberg profile,"What Not To Wear" fashion feature, Firefly Convention report,Farewell message from editors | "[ [Spike: Asylum] ]"#5,"Auld Lang Syne(Angel comic) "#3-4,"Bad Bargain " |
See also
External links
Official guides
- Nika-summers.com - Evaluation of Watcher's Guide Volume I
- Revolutionsf.com - Critique of Watcher's Guide Volume I
- Nika-summers.com - Assessment of Watcher's Guide Volume II
- The11thhour.com - Analysis of Watcher's Guide Volume II