Here we go again ... The 9th Annual Spn_BigPretzel Spring Fic Exchange!
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Anyone who has been here at our happy little community since the beginning knows that this was one of the first big challenges that we ever did. For nine years running now it has been our flagship challenge and it is a hallmark of who we are, so of course we are thrilled to once again launch this wonderful spn_bigpretzel tradition!
This is the sign-up post FOR AUTHORS who wish to participate in the 9th Annual spn_bigpretzel Spring Fic Exchange.
ARTISTS will sign-up at a later date, once we know how many stories need illustrating. And, yes, you can participate as both an author and an artist if you wish.
How long does the fic have to be? A minimum of 1000 words. The sky is the limit if your muse is well and truly prodded, but don't get too ambitious. Remember, you're writing this as a gift and you have limited time. We don't want anyone to go giftless when the final posting date comes.
How does it work for authors? Anyone who wants to participate must include 3-5 prompts as a comment on this post and list any preferences they may have (see questionnaire below). When author claiming starts, you will claim a person, not just one of their prompts. That person -- along with all of their prompts -- then gets crossed off the "available" list. .
How does it work for artists? Midway through the process, we'll ask each author to post a short blurb about their story so that the artists who'd like to participate can stake a claim. (Artists are expected to produce a story banner as a minimum, but if inspiration strikes, then have at it!) The author and the artist should work together to produce the best outcome for each other and for the original prompter!
As last year’s schedule seemed to work well enough, we’re going to run along very similar lines this year:
2020 Schedule (may be subject to very minor changes)
Prompt Posting: Thursday March 5th - Sunday March 15th
Author Claiming: Monday March 16th - Sunday March 22nd
Posting of story synopsis for artist claiming: Friday 24th April
Finished story/art posting: Friday May 22nd onwards (posting period will depend on number of participants)
Please copy and paste the questions below into the comments and fill in the blanks along with leaving your 3-5 prompts. Remember, this is BigPretzel, so keep the prompts light in tone. No dark!fic, no heartbreak or angst, nothing intended to depress the reader for weeks, and no RPF, please.
Think humorous, cracky, zany, fluffy or just downright sweet ... and crossover prompts are more than welcome as long as they, too are light or humorous and the main focus is on Supernatural.
Username?
Fav. Pairings or Gen?
Maximum Preferred Rating?
Other Notes/Preferences?
Prompts:
Note: This little questionnaire is intended to aid an author in tailoring their story to your preferences. Knowing you all as I do, I'm sure it doesn't need to be said, but please don't bash in your preferences. If you *really* dislike a certain character, genre, story arc, etc, bear in mind that not everyone will share your views, so please be respectful!