My favorite fics
One of the better memes I've seen (over at fandom_memes ) I present to you my favorite fics...
List your top ten fave fics that you have ever written, with a note saying why you like it.
(note: in no particular order...)
1. { No Fricking Way} Firefly, pairing - Mal/Simon. Why? While I'm not sure of the actual number of readers, this is one of my most commented upon fics - and not just mere "lolz," but some really interesting thoughts. Mostly because this is, as I note in the story, an mpreg fic by a chica who can't stand mpregs. WTF, right? Well, this story was a novelty to write. It was one of those rare times where a muse (particularly in the form of an actual character - River) hopped in and my fingers typed in a sort of disconnected-from-my-conscious-thoughts way. It was totally weird. And awesome. A funny result that isn't a parody and somehow works no matter how much it was supposed to be symbolic and not literal. In sum: this fic was a unique experience writing and it touched on something outside of my comfort zone.
2. { Screwed} The West Wing, semi-pairing - Josh/Sam. Why? Humor writing happens for me as something of a fluke. I can't really set out to write humor because it sounds stupid usually. But this... the first line of this (“Josh, there’s no one under the delusion that you didn’t screw Sam Seaborne.”) came to me out of nowhere when I hadn't been in the fandom for over a year. But there it was, the line in my head voiced by the beloved CJ. I'm proud of the snappy dialogue since I feel it did a reasonable job at canon. I loved writing this piece. (Though imagine my horror when I reached the end and reread only to find that Charlie was missing! So I've decided he was on a date with Zoe.)
3. { After all it's not easy...} House, pairing - Wilson/OMC, (pre)House/Wilson. Why? My fourth House fic ever, this was new in a lot of ways for me. I certainly was very new to the fandom, yet, and hadn't gotten a solid footing yet for the fic writing. I also use very few "other/original characters" in my fics these days except for throw-away cast members. But the prompt I was responding to for this required Wilson to be in a different relationship. While I'm not sure this story by itself is a favorite, the mini-series is (two sequels to this). In general I really enjoyed writing in the House fandom. The characters (of the early seasons) really interest me. ... And now I want to return to the fandom, lol.
4. { Hypothetical} CSI, pairing - Gil/Greg. Why? Apparently my humorous fics are turning up on this list. As much as I write angst, I appreciate a good laugh when I read fics. Guess if I have to read my own, I'd like to laugh, too. =p Anyway, I like the simplicity of this and how Greg wanders around my mind like this when I imagine him tipsy. I also like the camraderie I worked in with the group talking at the bar. I like the idea of them as a team (note I leave out Sara ;;U_U) even as I love my slash pairing.
5. {Of Skin & Bone} (on-going series of fic) Pirates of the Caribbean, pairing - main: (pre)Jack/Will. I like the sort of other-worldly tone I've used thus far. My favorite of the two written is the first tale focusing on Jack. The story started as a brief exploration of Jack's time in the Locker prior our seeing him in AWE, then expanded. Perhaps what I like best about these stories is the potential to look at slightly skewed events and sort of "fix things" in slashy vision. But I want to stay true to character. This is also a series that I've worked with a couple beta's and folks to give me feedback. I don't often spend the time to do in-depth consulting, but I had some great conversations with a couple folks on this one.
6. {Ocean Soul} Pirates of the Caribbean, pairing - Jack/Will. Why? The story itself isn't a favorite of mine. However, I have a very fond spot for this because I can very clearly remember writing an early scene in high school. I because this alternate universe tale shortly after the first film came out. And then the writing stopped coming for me. And then the next film came. And the next. And finally I finished this roughly four years after I'd started. So I'm very proud that I completed the series, and I'm also proud to note how much I improved at writing. It's a bit disjointing to read, in particular due to the change of writing style, but it's something that I think has a solid base and will one day revise to be more cohesive.
7. {This is Just Routine} The Dead Zone, pairings - Johnny/Alex Conners, ust Bruce/Johnny. Why? My first DZ fic series and I think it's my longest for the fandom to date. Who'd've thunk it? I'm a diehard B/J fan (as y'all should know by now) yet rewatching "Vanguard" at one point just screamed for a Johnny/Alex exploration. While this fic could certainly use some revision - I'm mostly thinking to flesh it out and make some things less obtuse - I like the character dynamics. The focus is still on the relationship between Johnny and Bruce, but also explores Johnny's interactions with others. The episode brought up some pretty interesting questions, I thought, and I wanted to try addressing them here. It's a darker/angsty fic which notes a side of Johnny that I don't always touch on. After all, Johnny is pretty darn flawed in a lot of ways. Vanguard always makes me question why he approached the situation as he did - I mean it's pretty damn cruel to try sabotage instead of having a conversation. And what on earth posessed Johnny to think he could make a deal with Stillson?! I want to do a sequel to this at some point, get some angsty B/J in there...
8. { Inertia} The Dead Zone, pairings - (pre)Bruce/Johnny. Why? I like the episode Independence Day in many ways, mostly because of its angsty potential. In a lot of ways, however, it annoys the hell out of me because it's a rehash of the episode "Shadows" (which is far superior) and Bruce is rathe whiney and bitchy for a good portion of it. Even so, I like the set-up for fic writing. Part of why I like this fic has to deal with the lovely Paige writing a sequel to this piece (see the Physical Therapy zine... 3rd, I believe). This was the first fic in which I attempted to look at the parallels between this ep and Shadows. There's fic not online (zine only - "Future Haunting") that deals a little better - and more darkly - with the questions I have, but this fic is still higher on my "favs" list.
9. { At His Side} The Dead Zone, pairings - Bruce/Johnny. Why? One of my longer DZ fics, and I think it's my first attempt at a "fix-it" for where the first episode of season four veered off. I'm not at all happy about the disappearance of Johnny's cane or that his horrible headaches and the black-outs abruptly stopped. Nope. Not believable to me. So here I've attempted to work on these issues and lead towards a continuation I find more believable. I like the emphasis I put on the friendship rather than delving into a romantic or sexual sort of intimacy. I also am glad I could include Sarah in the fic and try to bring out my ideas about her slowly developing friendship with and understanding of Bruce. I think it's improtant to develop the relationship between these two characters, something that's not really done in the series. This is yet another fic I want to continue with a sequel. =)
I'm having a damn hard time with a last fic... So this is sort of a toss up just so I can finish the meme (lolz)...
10. { Out, Out Brief Candle} or { Seasonal} CSI, pairing - Gil/Greg. Both are written for my au_abc claim. I like the claim and prompts. A lot. AU appeals to me, though you'll notice in both these fics that the recognizable series' verse is kept in place. What I like Seasonal, despite its abstract bits and pieces, is because of its fairytale quality. It's mythologically based on the tale of Persephone and Hades (if you don't catch the clues). I've always wanted to play with fandom versions of fairytales and the like, and this is basically my first attempt. As for Brief Candle, it's a death fic (uh, yeah, it's written for the prompt "killed") and something I tried to deal with a more realistic sense than my old anime fics of tragic d00m! I dunno. I can be a dark person. =p
Anyway, I hope you might take a look at one or more of these fics. Perhaps even reread something. =) I always appreciate the feedback. My goal for the moment fic-wise comes down to these works-in-progress:
*Final Fantasy VII fairytale - loosely based on the little mermaid... but without merfolk.
*Continuing the very old Firefly claim for ficmix. A "fix-it" in some ways for Serenity while weaving a new tale as well. I'm a good bit into the second story of the series and I recently revised Do what you have to do.
Now it's time for me to go to bed. =p
List your top ten fave fics that you have ever written, with a note saying why you like it.
(note: in no particular order...)
1. { No Fricking Way} Firefly, pairing - Mal/Simon. Why? While I'm not sure of the actual number of readers, this is one of my most commented upon fics - and not just mere "lolz," but some really interesting thoughts. Mostly because this is, as I note in the story, an mpreg fic by a chica who can't stand mpregs. WTF, right? Well, this story was a novelty to write. It was one of those rare times where a muse (particularly in the form of an actual character - River) hopped in and my fingers typed in a sort of disconnected-from-my-conscious-thoughts way. It was totally weird. And awesome. A funny result that isn't a parody and somehow works no matter how much it was supposed to be symbolic and not literal. In sum: this fic was a unique experience writing and it touched on something outside of my comfort zone.
2. { Screwed} The West Wing, semi-pairing - Josh/Sam. Why? Humor writing happens for me as something of a fluke. I can't really set out to write humor because it sounds stupid usually. But this... the first line of this (“Josh, there’s no one under the delusion that you didn’t screw Sam Seaborne.”) came to me out of nowhere when I hadn't been in the fandom for over a year. But there it was, the line in my head voiced by the beloved CJ. I'm proud of the snappy dialogue since I feel it did a reasonable job at canon. I loved writing this piece. (Though imagine my horror when I reached the end and reread only to find that Charlie was missing! So I've decided he was on a date with Zoe.)
3. { After all it's not easy...} House, pairing - Wilson/OMC, (pre)House/Wilson. Why? My fourth House fic ever, this was new in a lot of ways for me. I certainly was very new to the fandom, yet, and hadn't gotten a solid footing yet for the fic writing. I also use very few "other/original characters" in my fics these days except for throw-away cast members. But the prompt I was responding to for this required Wilson to be in a different relationship. While I'm not sure this story by itself is a favorite, the mini-series is (two sequels to this). In general I really enjoyed writing in the House fandom. The characters (of the early seasons) really interest me. ... And now I want to return to the fandom, lol.
4. { Hypothetical} CSI, pairing - Gil/Greg. Why? Apparently my humorous fics are turning up on this list. As much as I write angst, I appreciate a good laugh when I read fics. Guess if I have to read my own, I'd like to laugh, too. =p Anyway, I like the simplicity of this and how Greg wanders around my mind like this when I imagine him tipsy. I also like the camraderie I worked in with the group talking at the bar. I like the idea of them as a team (note I leave out Sara ;;U_U) even as I love my slash pairing.
5. {Of Skin & Bone} (on-going series of fic) Pirates of the Caribbean, pairing - main: (pre)Jack/Will. I like the sort of other-worldly tone I've used thus far. My favorite of the two written is the first tale focusing on Jack. The story started as a brief exploration of Jack's time in the Locker prior our seeing him in AWE, then expanded. Perhaps what I like best about these stories is the potential to look at slightly skewed events and sort of "fix things" in slashy vision. But I want to stay true to character. This is also a series that I've worked with a couple beta's and folks to give me feedback. I don't often spend the time to do in-depth consulting, but I had some great conversations with a couple folks on this one.
6. {Ocean Soul} Pirates of the Caribbean, pairing - Jack/Will. Why? The story itself isn't a favorite of mine. However, I have a very fond spot for this because I can very clearly remember writing an early scene in high school. I because this alternate universe tale shortly after the first film came out. And then the writing stopped coming for me. And then the next film came. And the next. And finally I finished this roughly four years after I'd started. So I'm very proud that I completed the series, and I'm also proud to note how much I improved at writing. It's a bit disjointing to read, in particular due to the change of writing style, but it's something that I think has a solid base and will one day revise to be more cohesive.
7. {This is Just Routine} The Dead Zone, pairings - Johnny/Alex Conners, ust Bruce/Johnny. Why? My first DZ fic series and I think it's my longest for the fandom to date. Who'd've thunk it? I'm a diehard B/J fan (as y'all should know by now) yet rewatching "Vanguard" at one point just screamed for a Johnny/Alex exploration. While this fic could certainly use some revision - I'm mostly thinking to flesh it out and make some things less obtuse - I like the character dynamics. The focus is still on the relationship between Johnny and Bruce, but also explores Johnny's interactions with others. The episode brought up some pretty interesting questions, I thought, and I wanted to try addressing them here. It's a darker/angsty fic which notes a side of Johnny that I don't always touch on. After all, Johnny is pretty darn flawed in a lot of ways. Vanguard always makes me question why he approached the situation as he did - I mean it's pretty damn cruel to try sabotage instead of having a conversation. And what on earth posessed Johnny to think he could make a deal with Stillson?! I want to do a sequel to this at some point, get some angsty B/J in there...
8. { Inertia} The Dead Zone, pairings - (pre)Bruce/Johnny. Why? I like the episode Independence Day in many ways, mostly because of its angsty potential. In a lot of ways, however, it annoys the hell out of me because it's a rehash of the episode "Shadows" (which is far superior) and Bruce is rathe whiney and bitchy for a good portion of it. Even so, I like the set-up for fic writing. Part of why I like this fic has to deal with the lovely Paige writing a sequel to this piece (see the Physical Therapy zine... 3rd, I believe). This was the first fic in which I attempted to look at the parallels between this ep and Shadows. There's fic not online (zine only - "Future Haunting") that deals a little better - and more darkly - with the questions I have, but this fic is still higher on my "favs" list.
9. { At His Side} The Dead Zone, pairings - Bruce/Johnny. Why? One of my longer DZ fics, and I think it's my first attempt at a "fix-it" for where the first episode of season four veered off. I'm not at all happy about the disappearance of Johnny's cane or that his horrible headaches and the black-outs abruptly stopped. Nope. Not believable to me. So here I've attempted to work on these issues and lead towards a continuation I find more believable. I like the emphasis I put on the friendship rather than delving into a romantic or sexual sort of intimacy. I also am glad I could include Sarah in the fic and try to bring out my ideas about her slowly developing friendship with and understanding of Bruce. I think it's improtant to develop the relationship between these two characters, something that's not really done in the series. This is yet another fic I want to continue with a sequel. =)
I'm having a damn hard time with a last fic... So this is sort of a toss up just so I can finish the meme (lolz)...
10. { Out, Out Brief Candle} or { Seasonal} CSI, pairing - Gil/Greg. Both are written for my au_abc claim. I like the claim and prompts. A lot. AU appeals to me, though you'll notice in both these fics that the recognizable series' verse is kept in place. What I like Seasonal, despite its abstract bits and pieces, is because of its fairytale quality. It's mythologically based on the tale of Persephone and Hades (if you don't catch the clues). I've always wanted to play with fandom versions of fairytales and the like, and this is basically my first attempt. As for Brief Candle, it's a death fic (uh, yeah, it's written for the prompt "killed") and something I tried to deal with a more realistic sense than my old anime fics of tragic d00m! I dunno. I can be a dark person. =p
Anyway, I hope you might take a look at one or more of these fics. Perhaps even reread something. =) I always appreciate the feedback. My goal for the moment fic-wise comes down to these works-in-progress:
*Final Fantasy VII fairytale - loosely based on the little mermaid... but without merfolk.
*Continuing the very old Firefly claim for ficmix. A "fix-it" in some ways for Serenity while weaving a new tale as well. I'm a good bit into the second story of the series and I recently revised Do what you have to do.
Now it's time for me to go to bed. =p