INSIDER SPOTLIGHT: SEISMIC SUMMER PREVIEW!!

EP/HW TIM LOWERY AND CO-EP/HW PATRICK L. EWING REVEAL THEIR HUGE PLANS FOR A RED HOT SUMMER ON SALEM LIVES!!!

"The summer is huge," promises EP/HW Tim Lowery. "It all kicks off Monday and from there it's like a runaway freight train. This is definitely the most action packed period we have ever had. It's going to be a summer of romance, mystery, adventure, tragedy, and so much more. Not everyone will be making it through the summer and those that do will have alot to deal with in the aftermath. This summer we truly can stick by our catchphrase...MISS A DAY, MISS ALOT!!!"

VENDETTA/MCF: "The identity of the MCF is revealed by the end of June. The MCF is bringing all of his or her enemies down with him or her in grand fashion. We have this huge cruise ship and a storm on the way. Secrets and lies are revealed. The MCF will reveal all of his or her plans and how he or she pulled this off. The stage is set for high drama. The tragic end to Vendetta will forever change the lives of all of our characters on Salem Lives. Our fans wanted payoff and you can trust us. They are getting a HUGE one."

Roman/Marlena: "Since we started this story a year ago, it's been the ultimate love story and that won't change. Roman will need everything he has to attempt to reach the real Marlena. The dramatic climax to this story will show the true depth of their love but will he save her from herself? The other big question is what Marlena/Samantha will do to everyone else. Will she take Roman down with her? All these questions will be answered in dramatic fashion."

Bo/Hope: "Hope knows the truth about Bo now but he has no idea about her being Chelsea's mother and him and Billie not being her parents. That little secret is teetering on the edge of coming out and, on top of that, the reveal of Steve as Chelsea's father really ups the ante. This is a secret that will forever change the lives of Steve, Kayla, Bo, and Hope. The whole Brady family could further fall apart over this...that is in the case of those that survive the summer. Also, look for Bo to have a huge moment of self-discovery and renewal."

Steve/Kayla: "Steve being Chelsea's father will drastically effect them but they have other issues. Will Steve finally regain his memory? Will they reunite? The climax of Vendetta is huge for them as they are in the midst of danger and one magic moment could change everything..."

Maggie/Victor/Julie/Doug/Alice/Caroline: "The truth about Maggie and Julie is revealed. Doug and Julie are set to face the greatest challenge to their love yet as a result of this as they fight to survive on the high seas. Caroline and Victor share a moment on the cruise ship and it's almost a moment of closure. Caroline plays a big role in trying to get Victor and Maggie together but her actions may unintentionally send them to their final resting place. Look for Alice to be involved in this as usual and for Caroline to actively try to bring her family back together again."

Carrie/Austin/Sami/Lucas/Will/Nicole/Eric/Kate/Evan: "This story finally begins to reach it's explosive conclusion this week. The truth about Will is revealed and the truth about baby Evan is already out. Alan's last ditch effort at revenge will have devastating consequences for all involved. I don't think anyone will see the ending of this story coming. Carrie will face some of her darkest times yet and, for Sami, she may get a chance to get her own revenge. Nicole will get hers too and Kate will realize the true consequences of her actions, which may result in her paying with her life."

Victor/Philip/Belle: "Philip does the unthinkable in his quest for power and realizes he has made a big mistake that could cost him of he survives. If his father ever learns of his actions, he could lose everything. The climax of Vendetta is huge for these three. Belle has an unlikely hero on the cruise ship."

Jack/Billie: "The feelings are there and the passion is just ready to explode but will it? Time is running out as Jack and Billie find themselves on death's door. Big things happen for them on the cruise ship."

Frankie/Greta: "A romance is building here slowly. Greta finds herself in a death trap and her secret finally slips out. She will have to deal with the aftermath of that if she survives while Frankie gets immersed in his family's problems."

Abby/Max/Forest/Chelsea: "The mystery behind Forest Alamain will effect many characters. Is he good or evil? Does he have an agenda? What is with his fascination regarding Abby? This summer will focus on those questions. Chelsea warns Max about Forest and he is on the case. Max will work with several others to find out what Forest is all about. Meanwhile, Chelsea's past finally catches up with her and the end may be near."

James: "James will learn he was double-crossed. He will find redemption. He has some great things coming up."

Cal/Katherine: "Cal finally learns the truth about his past and remembers everything. As to why Ernesto has appeared in his memories, the fans will have to wait and see."

Abe/Lexie/Celeste/Stefano/Cassie/Tony/Anna: "Lexie learns something big about her father on the cruise ship. Sparks will fly between Abe and Celeste, which could be enough to send Lexie over the edge. Cassie is growing more and more important to Stefano and is his right hand woman, basically. Expect to see her and Lexie at odds this summer. Tony will also seek to make his own name for himself within the Dimera empire, only doing it much differently then his father. Expect some fireworks there. As for Tony and Anna, it just may be one step forward and two steps back. Look for Anna to try to reach out to Carrie. Oh, and the Dimera/Kiriakis war is not over yet. Far from it."

Kimberly/Shane: "They will find peace with their loved ones and themselves somewhat. As to whether or not a reunion is coming, fans will have to stick around all summer for the answer to that."

SALEM LIVES ANNOUNCEMENT: EPISODE LENGTH

WHEN SALEM LIVES RETURNS ON MONDAY JUNE 18, READERS WILL NOTICE A HUGE DIFFERENCE. YES, THAT'S RIGHT...SHORTER EPISODES. YES, WE HAVE SAID THIS BEFORE AND WE DELIVERED BUT SOMEHOW ENDED UP BACK WHERE WE STARTED (MY BAD) BUT WE ARE SERIOUS THIS TIME. THERE WILL BE LONG EPISODES AT TIMES, JUST LIKE BEFORE THE HIATUS. THIS PAST TWO WEEK HIATUS WAS NOT SCHEDULED IN THE LONG-TERM SO MANY THINGS WERE PUSHED UP, WHICH IS WHY LONGER EPISODES OCCURRED MORE FREQUENTLY BEFORE THE HIATUS. WE WANT TO ASSURE THE READERS THAT WE HEAR THEIR CRIES AND WE WILL STRIVE TO KEEP THINGS MANAGEABLE. I WANT TO EMPHASIZE THAT WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE LONGER EPISODES THEN MANY OTHERS. IT'S OUR STYLE. WE WILL HAVE LONG EPISODES FOR BIG EVENTS AT TIMES. HOWEVER, THIS WILL NOT BE A DAILY OR REGULAR OCCURANCE SO NO WORRIES!!!

SALEM LIVES ANNOUNCEMENT #2: VENDETTA AND SALEM LIVES CHAT

TOMORROW NIGHT THE FINAL 2 VENDETTA PLAYERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED. MONDAY NIGHT...I WILL SEND THE FINAL VENDETTA TRIVIA CHALLENGE TO THE FINAL 2. VENDETTA CLIPS WILL RESUME ON TUESDAY AND WILL REACH THEIR END NEXT WEEK.

REMINDER: THE SALEM LIVES CHAT IS SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY JUNE 18 AT 9:30 PM EST. I NEED ANYONE WHO WISHES TO COME TO SEND ME A PM SAYING SO AND TO SEND ME THEIR AIM SCREENNAME. WE WILL BE OPEN TO ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE AND WILL ALSO BE DISCUSSING MONDAY'S EPISODE, WHICH WILL BE POSTED EARLY SO IT CAN BE DISCUSSED. YOU HAVE UNTIL MONDAY AT 4PM EST TO LET ME KNOW. PLEASE DO LET ME KNOW SO I CAN KNOW WHO IS COMING AND NOT. IT'S A FUN WAY TO GET IN TOUCH WITH READERS AND US, THE WRITERS. WE LOOK FORWARD TO THIS EVENT. ALL ARE WELCOME AT THIS EVENT.

PREVIEWS AND PEEKS INTO WEEK OF 6/18/07

-Marlena gets into position.

-A emotional and dramatic showdown takes places on the pier.

-Kayla finds what she has been looking for.

-Several Salem citizens receive mysterious invitations.

-The MCF prepares for his or her big night.

-Kim and Shane share an emotional goodbye.

-Alice gets an awful feeling.

-The MCF makes his or her dramatic entrance as many beloved Salemites find themselves trapped.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: FRIDAY JUNE 22

THE MCF MAKES HIS OR HER DRAMATIC ENTRANCE AS MANY BELOVED SALEMITES FIND THEMSELVES TRAPPED!!

Next Week: The MCF reveals all. Several long-held secrets are revealed. The MCF's identity is revealed.