| FIC: The Contest (Harry/Ron) |
[Jan. 3rd, 2010|09:47 am] |
Title: The Contest
Author: ![[info]](http://www.insanejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) rickey_a
Rating: NC-17
Summary: A friendly little contest between friends. Are you master of your wand?
Disclaimer: Harry and Ron were not permanently harmed by the intense sexual frustration in this fic.
Warnings: EWE and more euphemisms than you can shake a wand at.
Word Count: 7,500
Author's Notes: This fic is a rip off of written in homage to a fairly infamous Seinfeld episode of the same name. Still, the fic can stand on its own if you've never seen the episode. aunt_agatha, I truly hope you enjoy this. I tried to hit a whole bunch of your kink buttons. Original Bestmate_xmas posting.
Effusive thanks to the lovely geoviki (who joked that no one asks her to beta -ha!) and thrihyrne (who often betas for me and is very much in my thoughts these days) for beta-ing for me and the Aussie-Brit picker mrsquizzical who has many a time done a last minute final read thru for me. I love Betas! You guys truly make my fics so polished and I don't know what I'd do without you.
( The Contest ) |
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| FIC: His Father's Son (Scorpius/Albus Severus) DarkFest Repost |
[Dec. 4th, 2009|03:40 pm] |
Title: His Father's Son
Author: rickey_a
Pairing(s): Scorpius/Albus Severus, Draco/Astoria (implied)
Summary: Scorpius Malfoy tries to find his own way in the world.
Rating: NC-17
Word count: ~7,200
Warnings/Spoilers: Highlight to read *Paradoxes and blatant disregard for the space time continuum… oh wait, that's Star Trek. Character death. Sixteen year olds having consensual sex. Angst. *
Author Notes: This fic poured out of me, but needed quite a bit of tweaking and a more hand holding than usual. Profuse gratitude to absynthedrinker, calanthe_fics, alisanne, potteresque_ire for the Beta reads and invaluable advice and food for thought. I also needed a few Gamma readers to make sure that as I tweaked things, I didn't screw it up. Thanks to wolfiekins and star54kar for being such willing guinea pigs. Extra special thanks to melusinahp for all her support and help editing the final product. Also she's an awesome fest mod since this was written for hp_darkfest .
( His Father's Son ) |
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| Meta: Beta-Writer Ladder Theory |
[Nov. 19th, 2009|05:02 pm] |
This has been something that I've probably been thinking about for over a year or so, but really toyed with writing out my ideas for the last couple of months. Not sure how much interest people will have, but I had fun making up the little ladder charts (iz dork).
Because this is rather pictorial and trying to make a bunch of jpgs and write the html code is ten times more work than clicking 'save as pdf', this meta is in pdf format on my slashcity acct. Click on the intro text below to be taken to the pdf. View in your browser or right click save. Whatever. Please link people to the Dreamwidth post (it's unlocked and will remain so).
*loves f-list*
*loves betas*
Thanks to melusinahp for the beta ;P
A little intro, please…
Over the past few years, I've developed a sort of statistical view of looking at fanfic and that has recently transformed into this wee little Beta-Writer Ladder Theory. It's a look at the match up of skill, ability and talent between Beta and Writer that will provide the best benefit to the Writer and least stress and beta enjoyment to the Beta. If anyone has checked out my Holiday Fest Season reccing posts the past two years, you already know that I'm a math geek and believe in the Gaussian Curve (Normal Distribution) like a religion. That view feeds into the Beta-Writer Ladder Theory.
Please comment, discuss, or post pornagraphic responses on my Dreamwidth post. If you don't have a Dreamwidth acct, you can anon comment and just sign your LJ/IJ name at the end or login using open ID. I wanted an unlocked place for any comments, discussion, and apple throwing to take place all together. :) |
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| FIC: The Real Thing (Harry/Draco) Part 2/2 |
[Nov. 18th, 2009|11:54 am] |
Title: The Real Thing
Author: rickey_a
Rating: NC-17
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco
Warnings: EWE, otherwise none
Word Count: ~16,900
( The Real Thing Part 2 of 2 ) |
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| FIC: The Real Thing (Harry/Draco) Part 1/2 |
[Nov. 18th, 2009|11:52 am] |
Title: The Real Thing
Author: rickey_a
Rating: NC-17
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco
Warnings: EWE, otherwise none
Word Count: ~16,900
Summary: Harry Potter left the Auror corps and became Mr. Ollivander's apprentice, while Draco Malfoy became an expert on making people's fantasies come to life. When Harry decides to see what Draco's up to, Harry becomes Draco's greatest challenge. Just what is the fantasy of the hero who everyone else wants to be?
( The Real Thing Part 1 of 2 ) |
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| Response Ficlet |
[Oct. 23rd, 2009|09:18 am] |
Response ficlet that's rather like response poetry.
I should be working on my bestmatesxmas, but this was far too enticing not to write Harry & Draco silliness. ~1000 words. Unbeta'd LOL.
Title:Unsolicited Criticism
Pairing: Harry/Draco
Rating: PG slash (still it's for grown ups)
Summary: Draco is the SPAG master!!! Harry's his bitch!
( Unsolicited Criticism ) |
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| Speedporn - Bound to Please (Charlie/Draco) |
[Oct. 19th, 2009|03:26 pm] |
Title: Bound to Please
Author: rickey_a
Pairing: Charlie/Draco
Rating: NC-17 (very)
Word Count: ~2,300
Warnings: Mild BDSM
Disclaimer: Draco was not harmed (permanently) in the making of this fic.
Author Notes: Currently unbeta'd. (written in 2 hrs for fun and for speedpr0nz If you'd see my ugly SPAG and want to clean it up, simply c/p into a word doc or email and send me edits – I'll love you forever!)
Summary: Charlie thinks things with Malfoy are going to work out just fine.
Prompted by this lovely image:
( Onto the SMUT ) |
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| Visiting Hours Part 2 of 2: Not a Social Call (Snape/Harry) |
[Jul. 5th, 2009|03:53 pm] |
Title: Visiting Hours Part 2: Not a Social Call
Author: rickey_a
Pairing: Snape/Harry
Rating: NC-17
Warnings: None
Word count: ~7,500 (~13.5k total)
Notes: See Part 1 for full explanation :) livelongnmarry consolation Fic for accioslash
I love betas. Super duper thanks to thevina, tjwritter, and alisanne along with a shout to the gang at FFC and I.Smith for looking over the preliminary concept for me and offering some advice.
( Visiting Hours Part 2: Not a Social Call ) |
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| FIC: Visiting Hours (Part 1 of 2) - Snarry |
[Jul. 2nd, 2009|06:12 pm] |
Title: Visiting Hours (Part 1 of 2)
Author: rickey_a
Pairing: Snape/Harry
Rating: NC-17
Warnings: None
Word count: ~5,900 (~14k total)
Summary: Harry visits Snape in St. Mungo's after the war and it leads them down a new a road.
Notes: Hmmm, where to begin. I really loved the good karma concept of livelongnmarry but didn't feel comfortable auctioning off my writing. After the crazy wonderful bidding ended, I offered any price ficlets as consolation prizes for folks who wanted to donate money, but the bidding was just way out of their price league. So I wrote two ficlets last fall.
Then recently there was a post at livelongnmarry regarding a number of winning bidders (donations) that the goods never came through. Now absolutely some of them are well meaning folks who got inundated with real life and do still plan to make good (just late), but some are truly MIA. That bums me out. In particular, I saw that accioslash made quite a number of sizable donations to the cause, and hadn't received many of her winnings. I always see accioslash doing all sorts of pay it forward, gifts, and random acts of kindness for her friends-list and fandom, so I felt compelled to write some Snarry for her as a consolation prize. I had intended for it to be a short ficlet, but then there was this rabid bunny, and a full-fledged short story grew out of it. (I really hope you enjoy it and that it gives you some consolation)
Super duper beta thanks to thevina, tjwritter, and alisanne along with a shout to the gang at FFC and I.Smith for looking over the preliminary concept for me and offering some advice.
( Visiting Hours (Part 1 of 2) ) |
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| Ficlet: Clarity by Firelight (Harry/Draco) |
[Jun. 10th, 2009|06:48 pm] |
Title: Clarity by Firelight
Author: rickey_a
Rating: PG-slash
Warnings: None
Word count: ~650
Notes: Gift ficlet for felaine who requested a continuation of After Eden. And a hearty thank you to sesheta_66 for the speedy beta!
( Clarity by Firelight ) |
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| Drabble - All's Fair in Love and Wards H/D |
[Apr. 24th, 2009|07:50 pm] |
Title: Future Fic Drabble (~600 words) for All's Fair in Love and Wards
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco
Rating: NC-17
phoenixacid is the American Idol expert, so this if for her :)
Just thrown together and not-beta'd so feel free to point out anything scary.
( Draco, wake up. Wake up. ) |
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| Crack H/D comic for Frayach |
[Apr. 19th, 2009|04:48 pm] |
Public sharing of my Lego insanity and Harry/Draco Crack Comic made in a desperate attempt to bring the lovely and talented Frayach some good vibrations and good cheer. Work Safe, although they make think you're a bit of nutter for looking at such a thing.
13 medium sized pics below the cut (yes, this is the same thing that was posted locked on my LJ yesterday- I just wanted to make a public posting now that Fray's seen it)
( Memories of Hogwarts and of You ) |
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| What you SHOULD be reading... H/D recs |
[Apr. 7th, 2009|04:31 pm] |
(yes, I'm jumping on the bandwagon!)
You SHOULD be reading:
The last slip by pushdragon - Like everything else by Push, it's brilliant gorgeous writing. 2300 hundred words for a bushfire drabble (no not a drabble)... it's a brilliant short story that shows Push's mastery of suspense and Harry/Draco love.
and
calanthe_fics latest fic Gush shows why she is the queen of kink. A spectacular look at the kink of watersports in a completely different way from what I've read before. An in depth and detailed exploration of the power struggle and need for humiliation that is so fiercely rooted between Harry and Draco. Just. Wow. You have to be on her F-list to read, if not, I HIGHLY recommend joining her fic-only comm calanthe_fanfic so you can read this and all the rest of her impeccably written works. Please note all the warnings. |
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| Giant hp10k_showcase Reccing Post |
[Apr. 5th, 2009|09:30 pm] |
The ![[info]](http://www.insanejournal.com/img/community.gif) hp10k_showcase was a project constructed by a group of friends doing their version of a no-stress, no-pressure fic writing challenge. The challenge? The short story. The goal? Form a small, manageable group of writers who are interested in helping each other grow and learn. The other goal? Raise awareness for causes close to our hearts. The other other goal? Entertain you!
Below the cut are my quick summaries for all the fic and art posts in the hp10k_showcase. There's something for everyone - mostly H/D but a number or rare pairs tossed in. There's angst, drama, romance and comedy, and all are the highest quality writing along with gorgeous art. I proudly recommend them all. If you have time, please take a quick look at the brief awareness posts for the various causes. I was overwhelmed by the support and I had the best time participating. I learned so much and truly enjoyed working with all of these generous and talented people.
( HP10K Showcase Summaries and Recs ) |
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| Fic: Founder's Ball (Harry/Draco, Luna/Susan) |
[Mar. 23rd, 2009|07:51 am] |
Title: Founder's Ball
Author:rickey_a
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco (and a dash of Luna/Susan on the side)
Rating: R
Warning(s): None, unless you need to be warned for a smidge of Femmeslash
Word Count: ~9930
Summary: Hogwarts has four houses and one representative from each is required for the rededication ceremony.
Author's Notes: Thanks to eynhashofet for the beta of the very early and ugly rough draft and to the whole 10k gang for some extremely valuable additional beta work and concrit – all of you are a pleasure to work with and have fun with!
I am writing to raise awareness of: Autism Awareness
Illustrated by raitala, drawing to raise awareness of Mental Health Issues (Illustration is work safe) Thanks so much Rai, I love it!
Founder's Ball (Link goes to LJ hp10k_showcase) |
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| Fic: Wicked Gentlemen - The Third Moon- Belimai/Will |
[Feb. 24th, 2009|01:20 pm] |
Pairing(s): Belimai/Will
Rating: NC-17
Warning(s): None
Word Count: ~1700
Summary: Belimai reflects upon his first three months at the Foster Estate.
Author's Notes: I devoured Wicked Gentlemen and this is what popped into my brain afterward. It's perhaps more like response poetry than anything else. Maybe it's a prequel to my own plotty fanfic with someone else's literary creations. Not sure. I am eager to read what Ginn Hale might offer as an official sequel to WG. Thanks so much to melusinahp for looking this over.
( The Third Moon ) |
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| FIC: You Lift Me Up (Harry/Ron) |
[Feb. 2nd, 2009|10:37 am] |
Title: You Lift Me Up
Author: rickey_a
Rating: NC-17
Pairing: Harry/Ron
Challenge: hprwfqf #48 Harry and Ron can't help themselves when they get trapped in a lift at the Ministry.
Genre: PWP
Warnings: All dialogue
Word count: just over the 1000 word minimum
Beta thanks to brumeux77 for taking a quick look at this.
Summary: People have the oddest conversations when stuck in a lift.
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( You Lift Me Up ) |
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| Writers for Awareness |
[Jan. 10th, 2009|08:46 pm] |
My dear f-list, please indulge me to talk about something very near and dear to my heart. This is something that makes me smile. I'm going to be participating in the HP 10k Showcase. It's a very very small showcase of HP friends who want the challenge of an under 10k story and to raise awareness of a cause or issue important to us. I was rather inspired by Live Long n Marry by the way fandom can work as a community. I think this has the same potential. Also, if you've read any of my recent posts you know that I'm just not that into the big fest format anymore. Nothing personal, that's me. I like the idea of something smaller and more focused. I don't know if that will draw people or not, but we have a great line up of writers (and even a couple of artists) who all came together on this endeavor. Please check out the hp10k_showcase.
It's probably no surprise that my cause is Autism Awareness. There will be awareness posts on the comm to watch for in the weeks leading up to the fest in March. I realize that money might be tight for many people right now, so please know that this is not a fundraiser. For all of the causes, information will be presented as well as links on where to go for more information or places to make charitable contributions if you are so inclined. I will be making a contribution to Autism Speaks based on the number of watchers to the comm (although the final details still need to be worked out and I'll post more about that soon). In the meantime, please watch the comm and spread the word. I think this is going to be an exciting and different type of fandom project. It's going to have some great fic, art, and provide some personal perspectives on some very important issues.
oh and ps - there's also a comm on Insane Journal that will have links posted so that people who are mostly on Insane can follow along as well:) http://asylums.insanejournal.com/hp10k_showcase/ |
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| FIC: All's Fair in Love and Wards (Harry/Draco) |
[Jan. 9th, 2009|03:23 pm] |
Title: All's Fair in Love and Wards
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco
Rating: NC-17
Warning(s): None
Word Count: ~12,500
Summary: Wards are tricky things. So is Draco Malfoy.
Author's Notes: Repost of my hd_holidays fic for snottygrrl - she gave a lot of
great kinks and clichés to choose from. I really hope you enjoy this sort of Auror!Bond!Fic filled with what I hope is good banter, sex, UST, and holiday cheer. Original Posting here.: All's Fair In Love And Wards
Beta thanks to thevina, the gang at I.Smith, and the FFC gals. Special thanks to pir8fancier who is a master of 1stPPOV and gave me some great insight. All of you are always thoughtful, helpful, and make me a better amateur hack writer.
( All's Fair in Love and Wards ) |
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| FIC: All's Fair in Love and Wards Post 2 of 2 |
[Jan. 9th, 2009|03:20 pm] |
Title: All's Fair in Love and Wards (Post 2 of 2)
Pairing(s): Harry/Draco
Rating: NC-17
Warning(s): None
Word Count: ~12,500
( All's Fair in Love and Wards Post 2 of 2 ) |
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| FIC: A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement... (Neville/Draco) |
[Jan. 9th, 2009|08:57 am] |
Title: A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement Between Two Former Childhood Enemies of Pureblood Status
Rating: NC-17
Pairing(s): Neville/Draco
Warnings: A little bit of kink. Porn, Porn, Porn! And not much else.
Word Count: ~5100
Summary: It may be Harry's bachelor party, but it's Neville who's getting a night of pleasure under strange circumstances.
Author's Notes: Repost of my hp_yule_balls for lotus_lizzy who wanted Pr0n and Draco in tights. That was pretty much it. I endeavor to please. Original Posting here.: A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement Between Two Former Childhood Enemies of Pureblood Status
Beta thanks to thevina, softly_sweetly, and the gang at I.Smith. All of you are always thoughtful, helpful, and make me a better amateur hack writer.
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( It wasn't that he didn't like breasts. Neville didn't mind breasts at all. Being gay didn't mean that he hated women and certainly not breasts. He could appreciate firm perky breasts. He didn't even mind full voluminous breasts. However, gelatinous, spell-induced, gargantuan breasts were a bit off putting, especially when smothering the entirety of Ron Weasley's large head. ) |
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| Final Fest Rec List and Reveals!!! |
[Jan. 8th, 2009|09:15 am] |
Much like last year's 2007 Fest Report Card, I've made a composite list of the recs I've made this holiday season.
(caveats, limitations, and disclaimers c/p from last year;)
Most of my f-list knows that I went to school known for its academics. That said - it always graded on a "C curve". Yep absolutely NO Grade Inflation. So I've come to look at much in life as on the Gaussian curve (normal distribution) and see much of life on a C curve. The funny thing that most people forget when describing such a curve is that half of the curve is Below Average and the vast majority can be considered mediocre. So what's my point? I'm just putting A & B fics up for the sake of differentiating them but I think them all excellent reads and above average and rec them heartily. Please take no insult from a B grade. I mean it as a huge compliment as it is far better than the majority of C+ to B- fics out there. I'll also put the caveat out there that all this is simply IMHO. There were plenty of other fics that I read and thought meh...okay...and then saw other folks reccing them profusely. That's what makes chocolate and vanilla. These are to my taste.
One last thing… I (and I know I'm not alone) feel my interest in fests diminishing- both in reading and writing. I'm starting to see that I have a different vision of how I think I'd like to see group type presentation of fan fiction go in the future. I have thoughts on both quality and format. I figure that this is my fandom, my hobby, and it can be whatever I make it. I want to enjoy myself, and so it is up to me to create my own playground. As with anything in life, I am responsible for my own happiness. To that, I've also noticed that some of my favorite fics that I read & rec'd this holiday season were not from any fest. I'm going to add those to the list too, because IMHO they are not to be missed.
( List of 2008 Holiday Season Recs by Grade Under the Cut ) |
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| a couple last minute recs: |
[Jan. 7th, 2009|03:27 pm] |
So here's 2 last recs from hd_holidays. I'll update my final fest rec list tomorrow w/the recs from this past week and the reveals that have gone up.
For the Public Good
This is an extremely polished and sharp fic. There is so much to love about it - Great characterizations, fun story, charming humor. OK I'm a yank so a lot of the Brit political stuff was over my head, but that didn't stop me from immensely enjoying this story.
Hibiscus
This is a gorgeously sculpted fic. It's what I might call a short "Art House Fic". I loved the imagery and how the whole thing unfolds quite mysteriously and the ending is perfect! (angst warning for those who only like Hollywood endings) |
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| Rec and reveal |
[Jan. 3rd, 2009|03:44 pm] |
I printed out some stories to take with me...
I'll be adding The Potter-Malfoy Problem to my fest rec list - This is a tasty snarky RoR fic with a bit of mystery and the boys in young confused ex-enemy desire. It's a bit teenagery, has a few extra adjectives, and is a bit heavy on the internal monologuing for 17 year old boys, but absolutely a fun read. If you like the Hogwarts, unexpected feelings, and young confused sex, you'll like this fic.
hp_yule_balls reveals are up and you can see that I wrote: A Mutually Beneficial Arrangement Between Two Former Childhood Enemies of Pureblood Status This was a fun and hot Neville/Draco that was born out of lotus_lizzy pretty much only wanting Draco in tights for her gift fic. I'm rather pleased at the smut and humor balance of it. My Neville is tough but sweet. My Draco is a bit down but keeps his chin up. They find that they both like a bit of kink. Please do check it out - it's only 5k. |
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| What I wrote in 2008 :) |
[Jan. 2nd, 2009|10:14 pm] |
did this writer's meme last year and thought I'd do it again. I find it hard to analyze my own fics with any type of keen eye, but will try. Also I list all my 2008 fics :)
Thanks for looking.
( 2008 Fic List and Meme under the cut ) |
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| hi happy NY and quickie rec |
[Jan. 1st, 2009|09:35 am] |
Hi Happy 2009 - having fun on the road. I DO need to REC this. I read it on the plane and it was a fantastic read. The whole Alohomora soc. bit was great. I loved Draco a bit down but still himself. Harry charging in on his white horse - sigh. Charming dialogue - wonderful snark and banter. Great pace. So glad that it was one of the fics I printed for the trip. I have a few more printed that I may get to read and I will be making an updated version of my rec list upon my return.
A great 34k read:
Alohomora Society: A Young Wizard’s Guide to Etiquette
http://community.livejournal.com/hd_holidays/127321.html
PS email/message me if you think you spotted my yule balls or hd hols fic and I will owe you PWP smut of your choice. :) |
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| Interim 2008 Fest Report Card (Rec List) |
[Dec. 28th, 2008|08:45 am] |
Much like last year's 2007 Fest Report Card, I'm making a composite list of the recs I've made this holiday season. I plan to post again in January and put in the authors after the various reveals as well as make a few late additions that I may have missed due to RL inhibiting my fest reading.
(caveats, limitations, and disclaimers c/p from last year;)
Most of my f-list knows that I went to school known for its academics. That said - it always graded on a "C curve". Yep absolutely NO Grade Inflation. So I've come to look at much in life as on the Gaussian curve (normal distribution) and see much of life on a C curve. The funny thing that most people forget when describing such a curve is that half of the curve is Below Average and the vast majority can be considered mediocre. So what's my point? I'm just putting A & B fics up for the sake of differentiating them but I think them all excellent reads and above average and rec them heartily. Please take no insult from a B grade. I mean it as a huge compliment as it is far better than the majority of C+ to B- fics out there. I'll also put the caveat out there that all this is simply IMHO. There were plenty of other fics that I read and thought meh...okay...and then saw other folks reccing them profusely. That's what makes chocolate and vanilla. These are to my taste.
One last thing… I (and I know I'm not alone) feel my interest in fests diminishing- both in reading and writing. I'm starting to see that I have a different vision of how I think I'd like to see group type presentation of fan fiction go in the future. I have thoughts on both quality and format. I figure that this is my fandom, my hobby, and it can be whatever I make it. I want to enjoy myself, and so it is up to me to create my own playground. As with anything in life, I am responsible for my own happiness. To that, I've also noticed that some of my favorite fics that I read & rec'd this holiday season were not from any fest. I'm going to add those to the list too, because IMHO they are not to be missed.
( List of 2008 Holiday Season Recs by Grade Under the Cut ) |
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| rec n' along |
[Dec. 27th, 2008|03:31 pm] |
Hi, this will be my last rec post before my big long composite/grade post (later tonight or tomorrow). I'll be doing the family vacation thing, but will check in now and again. There are a few rec'd longer fics that I haven't read yet and look quite tasty so I'm printing them to take on the plane.
Non Fest Rec:
Yes, it's no secret that I'm a huge drooling fan of pir8fancier's writing. What can I say? Her "angst" and "romance" tug at my emotions and her humor simply matches my idea of funny. And speaking of funny... and touching... I finished up the five part sequel to Bite Me Hate Me Memes- BMHM: The Wedding (yes, I rec'd this when she first started posting, but now it's done). Draco's brain is like none other. Have fun on this pre-nuptial roller coaster through Dracoland.
From hp_yule_balls is Good Breeding (31k NC-17, Charlie/Draco). I love a roughed up and down on his luck Draco. This is a delightful take on a beautiful to the marrow Charlie coming to comfort, but under the controversial Ministry forced M/M bonding and breeding law in the name of perpetuating purebloods. Suspend your disbelief and go along with it... a charming read (and hot too!).
From hd_holidays is Twelve Seemingly Insignificant Moments That Change Everything (5,600 word H/D Hard R) - I'll be honest and say that I'm not the hugest "epilogue compliant fic" fan. Mostly b/c I've only seen a few that were able to truly break out of the small handful of repetitive patterns that I've seen for these fics. And that's me... I'm not as interested in later and life post children fics. This one is well written, charming, and yes, follows one of the familiar epi fic patterns of seeing pieces of Harry's epilogue life and future encounters with Draco - we see their lives intertwine and then there's divorce and death and then they're gay and then they act on their feelings. I'm not insulting this pattern, a lot of people love these fics (they must b/c I see them everywhere)... so this sounds like more of a critique then a rec... no, it's a rec that if you like these stories, you will like this one and the reason I'm reccing it is that it has a fresh take on Ginny and H/G's marriage- kinky. The fic is short and enjoyable. |
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| Merry Recmas! |
[Dec. 25th, 2008|10:36 am] |
Chag Sameach and Happy Christmas or Merry Yule or just Have a Nice Day to all! More recs today. I do plan (mostly b/c I am a total dork) to make a composite report card like last year but I may have to add more later after reveals etc.
Onto the recs:
From hd_holidays there's the 30k delightful Father of the Bride I'll be blunt and say that many of the longer (20-30k) recs that I've seen from other people had me completely baffled. Some were perhaps simply not my cuppa, but many were virtually unreadable (the writing and dialogue stiff and awkward, nothing happening in the first 5000 words to remotely interest me, etc.). Am I a fussy bitch? Maybe... but finally a longer fic that has been garnering recs that I think deserves them. :) This is well written, wonderfully paced, and "put together" fic. I think I spot the writing. I must first thank who ever the author turns out to be for making Lily/Scorpius the marrying couple. B/C I have a bug up my arse when everyone's gay, and AS/S + H/D is becoming overdone and getting hard to stomach. SOOOO THANK YOU. I Loved the Lily dynamic w/ her family (now just dad and protective brothers - I like how Ginny was sadly/not too recently deceased). In general I like this type of canonesque Harry, grown up, but still a protector, still skeptical, still trying to uncover just what Malfoy might be up to. Of course, they can't keep their hands off each other ;) The plot/investigation worked so tightly into the family was well done and happy ending lovers will get their cake (wedding) and eat it too. Go enjoy this lovely story.
From hp_yule_balls the fic Cicatrices is an emotional hurt/comfort Harry/Ron that is truly spot on. The tone and flow of the writing fits perfectly with Harry and Ron realizing what they are to each other and what they want to be. *sigh* go read - it's spot on length at -9k!
I don't typically rec art b/c it takes one second to click and see if you like enough to keep looking - even if it's several panels w/some text, you're going to read. But there are three comic/art-vignette style pieces that I'm going to rec b/c you might see all the writing and not sure if it's worth the extra 10 minutes to read. These three absolutely are. Go enjoy!
From bestmates_xmas there's The Time Harry Couldn't Stop Being Naked this so completely original and sweet and will make you smile and so so so vintage Harry/Ron.
From hd_holidays there are two delightful comics:
A Turkey and Some Mistletoe
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Christmas Orange Curse
And one final ART rec: accioslash who's little comics (especially her rating system) I love to pieces, has posted 25 days of characters that she doesn't typically draw (plus a few she does;) - go enjoy all on her tag here: Countdown to Christmas (she's also on insane journal: http://accioslash.insanejournal.com/) |
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[Dec. 23rd, 2008|08:34 am] |
ETA at the top: My hp_yule_balls gift was just posted and It's Harry/Draco/Neville ART - SQUEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!! It's gorgeous. I'm so so thrilled. Everyone go look, be jealous, and leave the artist a little love:)
A Good Time was Had by All NWS
A few more fest recs today...
The first one is a RUN DON'T WALK! If you admire beautiful writing and crave some high end cerebral thinking. This one is... WOW. I can't say too much for fear of spoiling it. I think it is important for this fic that the first time you experience it you should be trying to grasp what you're reading w/out knowing too much. It was inspired by the gorgeous art of lillithium (who is the gift recipient - lucky gal). I clicked on the link in the Notes after I read it. I think before or after is just fine to get the feel. And then read it again and look at the art again... (and so on and so forth) It's Magical.
GO READ: All Tomorrow's Parties (Harry/Draco, R, 5400 words)
Also from hd_holidays is Requirements which a well written canon insert type of fic. I don't usually like these, but I think this one works really well and I enjoyed it a lot. By the end I was extremely emotionally worked up (in a good way) about the connection between Harry and Draco. There are warnings, but I think they're rather mild examples of those warnings. If you like to be surprised, don't read the comments. (Harry/Draco, R, 5300 words)
I have a couple of hdhols longer fics that I've seen rec'd that I'm going to give a try today. So far the one's I have seen rec'd and read, I didn't jump for joy over... I'm hoping that the trend will change.
LAST Rec w/some caveats: I'm reccing this b/c it's well written, I enjoyed it, and it is quite Different. Some folks like the kink of fisting. You'll often see it in a darker deviant sex exploration fic or perhaps a non-con. I've even read a couple "relationship" fics where the one partner wants the experience and you end up w/a hot smexy PWP. But from hp_yule_balls the 2700 word Harry/Ron fic Not Your Usual Christmas Exchange has the strange duality of a seriously sentimental family Christmas and Fisting. (I suppose hence the title) If you were intrigued as I was, go give this a try. |
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[Dec. 19th, 2008|11:36 am] |
Hiya,
I've been reading gobs and gobs of entertaining fic, and I've got one standout rec for you from smutty_claus. This was a fic that I saw a few on my flist rec and went to check it out.
Time and Turn Enough (Ron/Pansy) - As I've said, I don't read much Het and this isn't a pairing I'd seek out, but WOW was I moved. The writing is lovely, clean, and has wonderful structure and pace. But truly the best thing about this fic is the lovely real-life, grown up, 2nd time around romance. I urge all the post 30 crowd to give this fic a read, even if you're a die hard slasher. I think it will resonate with you as it did with me. |
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| Got some more recs for you :) |
[Dec. 15th, 2008|08:28 pm] |
I had a lovely visit with lena3 this weekend. We saw "Milk" - which is definitely worth seeing. Some interesting parallels with what's been happening in Cali this year. Also living in the Bay Area, I sort of feel very close to San Fransisco in general and enjoy movies based here, both fiction and in the case of Milk, non-fictional history.
I've also been keeping up w/my holiday reading, and I have a few recs tonight:
From bestmates_xmas we have:
The Beard which a delightful classic style Harry/Ron- humor, sentiment, and yummy smut. Harry and Ron live together, work together, go everywhere together thus inciting rumor that they are a "couple". Interestingly neither tries to set the record straight (pun intended). What happens when one of them would like to make the rumors true... This scratched all my fav H/R itches, both with the writing and characterizations.
A Rare and Wondrous Gift is a wonderful sort of AU/timetravel fic. It's well written and reminded me a little bit of "Peggy Sue got Married" in some ways - w/Peggy actually making a different choice. It has a very romantic notion of being able to live your life differently w/out truly having to give up the alternate world. Thoroughly enjoyable.
From hd_holidays we have:
Charmed Wool This was a lovely "feel good" read. I enjoyed Draco's characterization immensely and found Harry utterly adorable. It also had the added details of Ireland (which I spent a fair amount of time in a former lifetime) and wool & knitting. Absolutely Charming.
From smutty_claus we have:
Seven-Year Hitch: A fascinating Snape/Hermione fic. I saw it rec'd by a few of my f-listers and gave it a try. I don't read much het and have only read this pair once or twice before, but I absolutely loved this story. They are perfectly matched. The story is clever and cerebral, but also very sexy and emotional as well. Their relationship and sexual development over time is fascinating to watch. The dialog is spot on. The author also didn't bog this baby down with loads of exposition. She simply gave us what we needed to fill in the story and it works like a fine tuned engine. Delish. Even if this isn't a pairing you read... be like me and give this story a try. If Snape intrigues you at all and you like canon!Hermione, you won't be disappointed. |
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| exhausted but a rec... |
[Dec. 11th, 2008|04:36 pm] |
so spent the day at the Children's Discovery Museum with a bunch of kindergardeners. Exhausted. Took 2 advil. Have my "moms" group annual mommy xmas ornament exchange party tonight. Which is always funny cause I don't celebrate xmas so I always give whatever I win to my pal "J".
So I've been keeping up w/the fest reading. Just to clear something up- as with any of my previous "rec binges" - I tend to rec things that stand out to me and that I think other people should make the time to read, so yeah, I read plenty of fics that I say "that was lovely or entertaining" but I don't rec em'. Please, no hard feelings. My rec list from this season will indeed be very short. I'd be surprised if I hit 20 stories. Capiche? Also I will not be sneaky and rec my own fics to throw people off the scent. I'm reccing so few fics that I don't think it would matter. But I will put up an offer of a PWP smutlet of your choice to anyone who picks out my yuleballs or hd-holidays fic out of the line up.
All that said... I've got a rec for you from hd_holidays. Misuse of Muggle Artifacts is my kind of story. It's a sharply written romantic comedy. The author knows how to work the UST, mis-steps, and misunderstanding to perfection. The plot is delectable, and yes, different from things I've read before. I loved all the details, both Harry and Draco, and the way the whole thing is woven together and then cinched tight at the end. Read and enjoy! |
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[Dec. 8th, 2008|10:00 am] |
Once again I'm starting my fest reccing post w/a non-fest rec. I've been posting quite a bit a pushdragon taking her wonderful talent and even more wonderful self away from fandom. As a last goodbye she gave us one more installment to the OH SO Amazingly HOT Tale of Horns series. Go read Dragon Riding for Beginners – How the cover boy finally got it It's fantastic and yes, wraps up the series in a very masculine romantic way. I'm going to miss her. Go read all her fics if you haven't (they're recc'd on my favorites list: http://rickey.slashcity.net/favorites.html)
I've read a lot since last week and I've got a few more fest recs.
From bestmates_xmas we have: Parchment which is a short pre-slash Harry/Ron the quality of which I have never seen. It is beautifully crafted. The writing hits the emotional bullseye in this simple tale of what is said and left unsaid. I think I know who wrote this, but will be pleasantly surprised if it's someone else. (and then start stalking them;) This is my Don't Miss fic of the bunch and even if H/R isn't your thing you could read this w/sort of a Gen frame of mind and really enjoy it.
From hd_holidays we have:
My gift fic: The Piano Man and I can honestly say that I'd be reccing this even if it wasn't my "gift". But it was, and the author took a whole bunch of my random prompts (like musician!Draco and meeting in a far off land etc.) and crafted a lovely tight focussed fic (mmmm my favorite kind). My comment: Oh... sigh. This had such a gentle flow and pace to it - very simple and very natural. It had a genuine feel of two people who love each other dealing with disappointment and trying to move forward. Well done. Seriously, go love this wonderfully written fic for grownups.
Angel Wing is truly a sweet feel good fic. There's some delicious humor as well. It's an impeccably written somewhat disenchanted with life Harry caring for his pet goose (wink wink). I like the concept that feelings can develop out of anywhere.
This last H/D rec comes w/warnings. One: It's an infidelity fic and Two: It has the "kink" of sounding. So you need to be able to deal w/those issues. If you can, The Sound and the Fury is a well penned and OMFG Hawt story. I think it's a brilliant smut and kink fic, and it has that extra layer emotion that will make the H/D shipper quite happy.
And as always... If you liked something, leave the author some love. Even "I enjoyed this - thanks" makes us all warm and gushy inside. |
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[Dec. 4th, 2008|12:25 pm] |
So I've been reading... a lot the past few days. I'm going to be brutally honest and say that the recs I've got from the fests the past few days are coming w/some caveats. Nothing has blown me away like the two fics I'm going to rec w/out any restraint are one's that aren't from fests at all.
1st up is a fic that I meant to read when it was first posted in October, but it got lost in the shuffle of my big "to read" list and my fest writing. brummell is a fav writer of mine. If you've read Stain of Silence or Arc of the Pendulum, you know why. Her latest Six Ways In Which Harry Potter Was Like Bambi's Dad (And A Few Ways In Which He Wasn't. At All.) is so good and lives up to the light shown by its predecessors. Here's the bottom line. If you read H/D at all, even if it's every once in a blue moon - read this fic (under 7k words). Her writing is always emotionally gripping and well crafted, but more than that... when I read her work I never feel that "I have read so many stories just like this before". It's fresh! and in fanfic that's a special. Yes, there's Mpreg, and the premise sounds cracky (at least the origins of the inspiration for the story) - but this story is real and grounded in a very possible post DH world. Seriously, this was head and shoulders above all the fest stuff I've read the past few days. Top Marks!
After you've read "Bambi's Dad", I give you permission to check the rest of these recs ;P
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[Dec. 2nd, 2008|07:23 pm] |
So I've read quite a bit from bestmates_xmas,hp_yule_balls, and hd_holidaysthese opening couple of days of the fanfic holiday fest season. I'll probably post recs every couple days and then a recap post at the end of the month. We're headed to FL Dec 29 for a week, so I'll miss the last few days of posting, but c'est la vie.
I've got two recs today.
First from hp_yule_balls is a very short (1,232 words) Remus/Sirius- Before Rebuilding. This "winner" was a surprise to me because I'm not typically into Marauder stuff, but I really loved loved loved this R/S dynamic. Very powerful! It's an AU: This story is set in late 1981, in an AU world where Sirius does not go to Azkaban, but instead gets custody of Harry and goes into hiding, with Remus as their Secret Keeper. But don't let that scare you, because that intro line is really all you'll get regarding the set up. This is a raw intimate look at Remus and Sirius, who they are, and how they relate to each other. It's short just go read it (and leave some love if you liked it as much as I did).
The second is from bestmates_xmas and weighs in at about 17,500 words, but believe me this is a fast fast read. The writing is sharp, clever, and witty. Five Is An Odd Number is one of those Strange Wizarding Traditions that poor Harry never knew about fics. It should be crack, but it reads as earnest as needing to take an Apparition test to get a license. Go read. If you read H/R, you'll recognize the writing. It's charming, funny, and hot as hell. Even if H/R isn't your thing, give this a whirl. A feel good read for sure. |
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