Harry Potter, Avengers, Teen Wolf, Thor, Merlin, Crossovers, and Vid recs
mad_fairy - A Different Beginning
INSTANT REC!!! I loved seeing how this story split off from the original first book of the series. This Harry asks a lot more questions than he did in the book and it was fascinating. If you can't stand Hermione and Ron bashing, skip this story.
(recs-HarryPotter,recs-instant!rec,f4,Length:50k-100k,PairingType:General)
Lomonaaeren - An Image of Lethe
INSTANT REC!!! I had a blast reading this story. I loved the concept, I thought parts of it were hilarious, and the use of magic was fascinating.
(recs-HarryPotter,recs-instant!rec,f4,Length:100k-200k,Harry/Draco)
Merlin
seikaitsukimizu - The Fisher King
INSTANT REC!!! I loved the concept, character voices, and world building.
(recs-Merlin,recs-instant!rec,f4,Length:50k-100k,PairingType:General)
Teen Wolf
secondstar - In Sanguinem Scriptum Est
I loved the use of magic in this story and seeing how Stile's began to learn how to use his powers.
(recs-TeenWolf,Length:20k-50k,Pairing:Derek/Stiles,Trope:Magic)
KouriArashi - Call My Name
INSTANT REC!!! I loved the plot, character voices, and I loved seeing how Stile's figured out how to help Peter.
(recs-TeenWolf,f4,Length:50k-100k,Pairing:Peter/Stiles,recs-instant!rec)
Thor
fallintosanity (yopumpkinhead) - A Bridge Once Broken
I had a good time reading this story. I liked the plot, the characters, and seeing Loki's recovery.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Thor,f4,Length:200k-300k,Pairing:Loki/OFC)
Avengers
BigSciencyBrain - A Place to Put My Heartache (Across Six Christmases)
I cried reading this story. I liked Loki and Steve's friendship and slow romance.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,Length:50k-100k,Pairing:Loki/SteveRogers)
DCU - Smallville
Dolimir - The Lazarus Gap
I liked seeing Clark and Lex in a completely different element.
(recs-DCU,recs-Smallville,f4,Length:20k-50k,Pairing:Clark/Lex)
Harry Potter/Teen Wolf Fusion
rosepetals42 - Untamed
INSTANT REC!!! I could not stop reading once I started. I loved Derek's pov and seeing how Stile's managed as an exchange student in Hogwarts. I loved the use of magic, the romance felt real, and this story had so many lovely moments.
(recs-TeenWolf,recs-HarryPotter,f5,recs-instant!rec,Pairing:Derek/Stiles,Trope:Magic,Trope:Fusion,Length:20k-50k)
Harry Potter/Supernatural
SilverCookieDust - For the Price of a Soul
INSTANT REC!!!! This story sucked me in before I knew what happened. I loved the plot, the use of magic, and this story his so many dark points but I had to see what would happen next.
(recs-HarryPotter,recs-instant!rec,Harry/Draco,Trope:Crossover,recs-Supernatural,Warning:Rape,Warning:Torture,Warning:Rape-Recovery,Length:600k-900k)
Vid: Captain America
flummery: I Lived
INSTANT REC!!! I loved the theme, song choice, and I thought the vidder did a great job of editing two different time lines. The story told is heartbreaking and yet hopeful.
Avengers, Captain America, Supernatural, Teen Wolf, Young Avengers Recs
Alvitr - Monster Culture
I liked the mood, imagery, and seeing how Loki adjusted to Earth and being with Bruce.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,Pairing:Loki/Bruce,f4,Length:20k-50k)
Lise - Remember This Cold
I really enjoyed seeing how Loki and Steve fell in love, and how they figured out how to be together. Some parts of the series are short sex stories (which were hot!) and others had more plot and character development.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,Length:200k-300k,Pairing:Loki/SteveRogers,Warning:Torture,Trope:BDSM)
Captain America
owlet - This, You Protect
INSTANT REC!!! I absolutely adored Bucky's character voice and observations. I laughed more than once and could not stop reading until I finished the story.
(recs-Marvel,recs-CaptainAmerica,recs-instant!rec,f4,Length:50k-100k,PairingType:General)
Supernatural
rivkat - There But for the Grace
I enjoyed this story and I liked seeing how both universes solved their respective problems.
(recs-Supernatural,f4,Length:20k-50k,author-rivkaT,Warning:Non-Con,Pairing:Sam/Dean,Warning:Incest)
Teen Wolf
Dira Sudis (dsudis) - Sell Your Body to the Night
I loved Stile's pov, character voice, and the sex scenes with Derek were hot.
(recs-TeenWolf,author-dsudis,f4,Length:100k-200k,Pairing:Derek/Stiles,Warning:Non-Con,Trope:Prostitution)
exclamation - The Long Way Round
I had a great time reading this story, I loved the time travel aspect and Stile's with magic was fun.
(recs-TeenWolf,f4,Length:100k-200k,Trope:Time-Travel,Trope:Magic,Pairing:Derek/Stiles)
Revenant - Abominable
This was a cute romance. I loved Stiles as the Abominable Snowman.
(recs-TeenWolf,Length:10k-20k,f4,Pairing:Derek/Stiles)
zephyras13 - On the Side of Caution
I loved seeing Issac's pov and seeing how he adjusted to Beacon Hills.
(recs-TeenWolf,f4,Length:200k-300k,Trope:Threesomes,Pairing:ScottMcCall/AllisonArgent/IssacLahey)
Thor
Lizardbeth - A Seed in Barren Lands
INSTANT REC!!! This was another page turner story, with great character voices, interesting plot, and hit my redemption Loki kink. I also found portions of the story heartbreaking.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Thor,recs-instant!rec,f4,Length:50k-100k,Pairing:Loki/Sif,Warning:Rape-Recovery)
Mercurie - The Hangman's Hands
INSTANT REC!!! I could not stop reading once I started. I loved Jane's pov and seeing her create new inventions. I loved the plot, the character voices, the world building, and Jane's bravery. Loki broke my heart and I really felt for the guy by the end.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Thor,recs-instant!rec,f5,Length:100k-200k,Pairing:Jane/Thor,Pairing:Loki/JaneFoster,Warning:Torture)
Young Avengers
Lumelle - Instructions for Assembly (Some Parts Sold Separately)
I really enjoyed the crossover aspects of this story and seeing how Billy, Kate, Tommy, and Teddy adjusted to living in the MCU universe.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,recs-YoungAvengers,f4,Length:300k-400k,Pairing:BillyKaplan/TeddyAltman,Trope:Crossover)
Nyxelestia - Children's Crusade
I had a lot of fun reading this story. I loved the concept and the action.
(recs-Marvel,recs-YoungAvengers,f4,Length:50k-100k,Pairing:PhilCoulson/ClintBarton)
Teen Wolf, Supernatural, Stargate Atlantis, DCU, Thor, Avengers, and Narnia/Torchwood
I was distracted by Escapade and going to Texas for a week during Spring Break. Plus I'm learning how to ski this winter. :)
( Teen Wolf )
( Supernatural )
( Star Trek Reboot )
( DCU )
( Stargate Atlantis )
( Thor )
( Avengers )
( Chronicles of Narnia/Torchwood )
Avengers, Inception, and Supernatural Recs
gyzym - The Only John Wayne Left in This Town INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story. I loved the concept, the backstory, and I could not stop reading once I started.
(recs-instant!rec,recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,author-gyzym,Length:10k-20k,f4,Pairing:Darcy/Hawkeye)
tsukinofaerii - W.I.P.E. INSTANT REC!!! I loved the concept of Extremis deleting Tony's memories and the way the amnesia happened. My heart broke for Tony more than once and everyone's anger at him is more than understandable.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,f4,author-tsukinofaerii,Pairing:Tony/Steve,recs-instant!rec,Trope:Amnesia,Length:50k-100k)
sam_storyteller: Extremely Hot And Currently Female INSTANT REC!!! This was so much fun. I loved the dialogue, the plot, and the ending was awesome.
(recs-Avengers,recs-Marvel,f4,author-sam_storyteller,pairing:Loki/Tony,recs-instant!rec)
jibrailis - The Last Love Song of Anthony E. Stark INSTANT REC!!!! I could not stop reading once I started. I absolutely loved Tony's pov, the plot, and Steve's steadfastness.
(recs-Marvel,recs-Avengers,author-jibrailis,f4,recs-instant!rec,Pairing:Tony/Steve,Trope:Amnesia,Length:20k-50k)
Inception
jibrailis - Antimony I loved Eames pov, the plot, the character voices, and all the backstory! I couldn't stop reading once I started. :)
(author-jibrailis,f4,Length:50k-100k,recs-Inception)
Supernatural
checkthemargins - When It Happens I loved the imagery, the character voices, and the structure of the storytelling really worked for me.
(recs-Supernatural,f4,Length:20k-50k,Pairing:Sam/Dean,author-checkthemargins)
DCU, X-Men:First Class, Supernatural, and Star Trek Reboot Recs
sea foam princess by Esse3 (Pairing:Tim/Kon) I loved the plot, the character voices, and my heart broke for Kon a few times.
Muddling through Grey by Kizmet INSTANT REC!!! I adored all the Rogue characters in this story and seeing Superboy find a family. I could not stop reading once I started.
Sweet as the night is long by runespoor7 (pairing:Bruce/Jason) It's hard finding good Bruce/Jason fics and this one was hot and I loved Bruce's pov.
Supernatural
Flying Weight by fleshflutter (Sam/Dean) INSTANT REC!!! This story blew me away and my heart broke for the guys. Loved the character voices, the imagery, the plot, and pretty much everything from start to finish.
X- Men: First Class
His Favorite Sin by dreamlittleyo (Pairing:Xavier/Azazel) This was hot.
What Not To Expect When You're Not Expecting It by thehoyden (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) This was so funny and awesome. :)
never too late to be who you might have been by acetamide (Pairing:Xavier/Magneto) I had a blast reading this story and seeing the First Class Charles and Erik in the future they created.
Puzzle Pieces by lilacsigil INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story! I loved Darwin and seeing all the women work together and being awesome. This is easily one of my favorite post movie fix Darwin fics I've read.
Star Trek Reboot
Grasp The Thorn by ragdoll987 (Kirk/Spock) I loved the character voices and seeing Spock and Jim as young teenagers.
Fullmetal Alchemist, Supernatural, SGA, Harry Potter, Merlin, Inception, and Farscape Vid Recs
Fullmetal Alchemist
Sex Ed Teacher by skydark - The Adventures of Roy Mustang (Pairing:Ed/Roy) INSTANT REC!!! I had a blast reading this story. I don't think I've laughed this much from the antics of the characters in forever. I highly recommend reading the sequel, Better Living Through Alchemy and the 3rd story in the series is a WIP so read that one at your own risk. Basically, this was an all around fun story to read and I loved the character voices.
Window Dressing by thehoyden (Pairing:Ed/Roy) This was short but I loved the Roy's character voice and Ed's was spot on. :)
You and Your Fuck Awful Timing by lightgetsin (Pairing:Ed/Roy) I loved the character voices and the progressions in the story. :)
DCU
Ties That Bind by thehoyden (Pairing:Bruce/Dick Tim/Kon) This was hot and funny. :)
Stargate Atlantis
Character Witness by mad_maudlin I LOVED the premise and the character voices. This was short but said a lot.
Merlin
These Castle Walls Bleed Lies by marguerite_26 (merlin/arthur) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the character voices, the plot, and I loved the ending.
Doctor Who
The Swan Princess by Mad_Maudlin (Pairing:Amy/Rory) I loved this fusion and the character voices were spot on and Rory was so awesome. :)
Harry Potter
In Loco Parentis by Dolores_Crane (Pairing:Hermione/Harry Harry/Snape) INSTANT REC!!! This wasn't like any Harry Potter fic I've read in ages. It's probably because it's told from Hermione's pov but it also it touches on some much deeper issues and I could not stop reading once I started. I'll also add that one part made me cry.
Inception
Rough Trade by whiskyrunner (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) It starts off with hot sex and just gets better. :)
Supernatural
One Brick at a Time by nutkin (Sam/Dean Sam/OFC) This was very hot. I loved the build up and the ending really worked for me.
Worship Not These False Idols by killabeez (Sam/Ruby) I loved Sam's pov and the sex was hot.
Some (Don't) Like It Hot by strangeandcharm (Pairing:Castiel/Dean Pairing:Castiel/Sam) I loved the concept and this was hot. :)
Farscape Vid Rec
Deep by rhoboat (vid:recs:farscape) This vid hit all my buttons and I loved how twisted it was.
Star Trek Reboot, Inception, Supernatural, White Collar, Hikaru No Go, BSG Vid Recs
Still Life by garryowen (dogpoet) (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!!! I loved the imagery, the character voices, and I had tears in my eyes through half the story. I loved the story concept and the images of the monastery.
Streetlight People Masterpost by ladyblahblah (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the premise, the character voices, and I could not stop reading once I started.
Inception
The Music Makers by mami_san (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! This has been one of the most satisfying Inception stories I've read. The world building, character voices, and plot were all compelling. I could not stop reading once I started the story.
Metaphors As Mixed As You Can Make Them by halflinen (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the writing style, character voices, and I loved how Eames at the beginning of the story isn't the same as the one at the end. There was character change and growth and it made sense.
Towards Zero by mirabella (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) I loved Arthur's pov and the sex was incredibly hot.
Call and Answer by airgiodslv (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) The sex was hot and I loved the character voices.
Perfect Recall Verse by mami_san (Pairing:Arthur/Eames) INSTANT REC!!! This premise hit my kinks in all the right ways. I loved the character voices, the buildup, and the sex was hot.
White Collar
love's a universe beyond obey by hoosierbitch (Pairing:Moz/Neal) I loved the language in the story and the quiet moments. Moz was awesome.
Always Starts the Same, with a Boy and a Girl by lightgetsin (Peter/Neal/Elizabeth) I loved how this story unfolded and the twist on how things turned out.
Hikaru No Go
The Rival by harukami (shindou/touya) I absolutely adored the character voices and laughed more than once. I could see this happening. :)
Issues by Mirabella (shindou/touya) I loved Shindou in this story.
Supernatural
Every Me and Every You by runedgirl (Sam/Dean) This was very hot and I loved Sam and Dean's character voices.
Due South/Supernatural
Cabin Fever by strangeandcharm (Pairing:Castiel/Dean) I loved the character voices and the concept. :)
Battlestar Galactica Vid Recs
I'm Not Dead by dualbunny (vid:recs:bsg) INSTANT REC!!! I watched this vid about a million times and I'm still not tired of it.
Who Knew by dualbunny (vid:recs:bsg) This was another good relationship vid that summed up the Kara/Lee storyline rather well. :)
Some Time Around Midnight by bop_radar (vid:recs:bsg) INSTANT REC!!! This vid blew me away. It's the Kara/Lee vid I've been wanting to see for years and didn't know it.
Favorite stories and vids of 2010
Star Trek Reboot, Supernatural, Stargate Atlantis, Merlin, Inception, Vid Recs
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Star Trek Reboot, Merlin, Supernatural, Stargate Atlantis, and SPN Vid Rec
Eye of the Storm by littlebirdtold (Kirk/Spock) I had a lot of fun reading this story and the sex was hot. I liked the merging of the chess verse the reboot verse.
A Mighty Fine Man by Zauzat (Pairing:McCoy/Pike) I loved this pairing and how the story unfolds with the guys becoming friends and then so much more. I would not mind reading more Pike/McCoy fics.
strive seek find yield (spoctoria) by waldorph (Kirk/Spock) This was a fun story to read. :) I loved the cast of characters and had a hard time putting this story down.
Bang a Gong by waketosleep (Kirk/Spock) I had a blast reading this story. I loved the character voices, the dialog, the sex was funny and hot and it was lighthearted fun.
Feathered Frenzy by triskellion (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! I had a blast reading this story. I loved the premise, the character voices, and I loved the resolution.
Merlin
The Curious Incident of the Harpies in Broad Daylight by kaydeefalls I had a blast reading this story. I also would not mind more stories of Gwaine and Lancelot's adventures together.
A Warlock's Worth by ella_bane (merlin/arthur) I had a blast reading this story. I loved Arthur&'s pov and the sex was hot.
Supernatural
Midnight Of the Century by glasslogic (Sam/Jess/Dean Sam/Jess Sam/Dean) I Loved the premise of this story and how Jess and Sam do their best to find Dean before it's too late to save him.
Immigrant Song by trinityofone (Pairing:Castiel/Dean) I had a blast reading this story. I loved the mini-episodes, the character voices, and the ending worked.
Revisionist History by nutkin (Sam/Dean) I loved the conversation between Soulless Sam and Dean. It also didn't hurt that the sex was hot. :)
Stargate Atlantis
Hell Is Empty by busaikko (sheppard/mitchell) This story pretty much hit one of my major kinks and the sequel was heartbreaking in a way.
Supernatural Vid Rec
| Love the Way You Lie by fatedcreations (vid:recs:spn) I loved the song and the clip choices.
Supernatural and Stargate Atlantis Recs
Fortress by glasslogic (Sam/Dean) INSTANT REC!!! This story caught me from page one and kept me reading way past my regular bedtime. I loved the characters, the premise, and the writing style. You should skip my ramblings at the end of the post and go straight to the story.
Sing Your Hymns Like Angels In Defeat by leonidaslion (Sam/Dean) INSTANT REC!!! I got tears in my eyes more than once reading this story. I loved Sam and Dean's character voices, the premise, and how the story ended.
In Arcadia Ego by glasslogic (Sam/Dean) I loved the character voices in this story and I'd really love a sequel. This is the first Sam and Dean aren't brothers fic I've ever read and I didn't think I'd like them not being brothers but I gave it a shot and I'm glad I took a chance becuase I could not stop reading this story either.
Funny Thing About Denial by dragonspell (Sam/Dean) I loved the angry sex aspect of the story a lot. :)
Stargate Atlantis
How Not to Fly by Toomuchplor (Sheppard/McKay) INSTANT REC!!! I had a blast reading this story. Sheppard and McKay's character voices were spot on, I loved the kids, and I got tears in my eyes more than once. Wonderful storytelling.
In other news, I'm in love with my PRS-650. I added about 15 screen savers, mostly a combination of my favorite Battlestar Galactica and Supernatural wallpapers mixed with book cover artwork from Michael Whelan. (the guy that did the cover art for Tad Williams Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn trilogy, and the cover art for Joan D. Vinge's Snow Queen trilogy. I'm keeping an eye out for Legend of the Seeker artwork. I realized that dark hair does not show up so well in black and white so it looks like I'll need Cara wallpapers. (not a hardship at all because she's so beautiful) I like having a good mix but I don't want to go overboard either because the images take up a good amount of space.
The Touch Screen is also easy to use and responsive. But I think what impressed me most is that I added over 1000 ebooks to the device and it came back up in 3 minutes. On my PRS-505 if I were to do that it would take 30-45 minutes before I could even use my device.
I also love how the epub looks, the horrible side number on the margin is gone, it uses regular page numbers, and the fonts are crisp. I'm currently waiting for my cover to arrive before I start reading on my new device but so far I think I'm happy with it. I also love that the internal memory is 1.4gigs. I still have about 600 MB of free space left which is nice. It means I won't have to use my 2 gig microsd card for a long time.
I made it through the week, got my assignment 3 of doom completed with 3 hours to spare, finished my 3 day midterm today, and this weekend I have no assignments or tasks due. Which means I should get a start on assignment 4 but it's nice to know I have at least 8 days before I have another deadline.
Stargate Atlantis, Supernatural, Inception, Merlin, Star Trek, and Doctor Who Recs
Unnatural Selection by auburn (Sheppard/McKay) INSTANT REC!!! If you love science fiction and action/adventure and a good mystery this is the story for you. I was hooked from page one and could not stop reading until I'd finished the story. I loved all the twists and turns this story took and how the characters are slightly different but still themselves. Seriously at this point you should already be at the story, not reading my post.
Dragonlord by Icarus (Sheppard/McKay) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the concept and the writing was engaging.
Inception
But the House is Haunted and the Ride Gets Rough by dreamlittleyo (Pairing:Arthur/Cobb) This hit my kinks rather hard and I loved it.
Supernatural
Praise The Lord (And Pass The Ammunition) by nekomitsu (Pairing:Castiel/Dean) INSTANT REC!!! I had so much fun reading this story. I loved the humor, the way Dean learned to navigate his new situation, and how he came to realize how much he loved Castiel.
Quartering The Odds by eighth_horizon (Sam/Dean) This is an AU of the Turn of the Wheel series and though it was short she packed a whole bunch of good stuff in this story. But I think I was pretty much sold at Hooker!Wingfic! and then Sam and Dean being themselves. :)
Merlin
I Keep Going Over the World We Knew (Over and Over) by Mellacita (merlin/arthur) I loved the concept of reincarnation and how Merlin and Arthur found each other again.
What We Have (and What We Have Left) by morcalivan I had a blast reading this story. It was sweet and Merlin's voice sounded spot on. I loved the premise of Merlin going to Camelot to kill Arthur and ends up shagging him instead. It was hot. :)
Doctor Who
Vita Longa by sam_storyteller (Pairing:Amy/Eleven Pairing:Rory/Eleven) I adored Rory's pov in this story.
Star Trek Original
Personal Effects by jesmihr (kirk/spock) This story made me laugh and I loved the concept of an android made for Spock. :)
Merlin, Supernatural, Stargate Atlantis, White Collar and Doctor Who recs
Steam by new_kate (merlin/arthur) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the use of technology in the story and all the small details as well as the histories woven into the story. I loved the way Merlin and Arthur fell in love.
Little Thief by scribblemoose (merlin/arthur) I had a lot of fun reading this. I liked the plot, the character voices, and I loved Merlin's voice in this story.
The Sorcerer and the King by winterhill (merlin/arthur) INSTANT REC!!! I could not stop reading once I started. I loved Arthur's pov, the plot was intense, I loved the use of magic, and how the story unfolds. This story blew me away on many levels. I also truly adored the OCs introduced.
Doctor Who
Moments from a Non-Linear Life by wishfulaces (Pairing:Amy/Rory) I loved all the moments shared in this story. It was sweet, funny, and at times sad.
Stargate Atlantis
Beginning's Endd by irony_rocks (Sheppard/Weir) INSTANT REC!!! I was hooked as soon as I read the summary. "During "Before I Sleep" the alternative version of John Sheppard lived as well" And the story did not disappoint. There was action, romance, and a good mystery to solve as Sheppard and Weir figure out how to save the expedition from 10k years in the past. I could not stop reading once I started.
Supernatural
Camdon Inn by dragonspell (Sam/Dean) This story hit my kinks in all the right ways. I loved the case, the atmosphere, and the sex was very hot.
Hearts Brighter Than Starry Skies by locknkey (Sam/Dean) I loved Dean's character voice in the story and the sex was hot. I also loved the idea of the guys in the woods doing survival training and falling deeper in love. :)
I'm your villain by fleshflutter (Pairing:Dean/Crowley) I loved the banter and the sex was incredibly hot.
I'm your villain by fleshflutter (Pairing:Dean/Crowley) I loved the banter and the sex was incredibly hot.
White Collar
Broken Road by hoosierbitch (Peter/Neal) This story broke my heart and made me cry. But it felt real in a way many stories that have rape-recovery and non-con, don't.
Prison by hoosierbitch (Pairing:Neal/OMC) This hit about all of my kinks.
Crossover Bingo: Round Three by captanddeastar (Peter/Neal) I had so much fun reading this story! I loved Peter's character voice and that Sam and Neal got along and the ending was perfect.
Exquisite by sam_storyteller (Nathan/Peter/Elizabeth) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the way this story unfolds and Peter and Neal's character voices felt spot.
Supernatural Rec and OTW archive squee/meta
Screw You, We're From Texas by makeit_takeit (Jared/Jensen) INSTANT REC!!! I had a blast reading this story. I loved the premise, the characters felt real and I completely believed how the two guys fell in love. Overall I loved how real this story felt and I believed the conflict the guys had to overcome.
In other news, the OTW archive has added an export to mobipocket/pdf/epub/and html feature. I've been experimenting more with it tonight and learning how the epub editor Sigil works to see if I can replace the blank paragraph space with an indent. The tests have not gone well and my css style-sheets haven't quite worked right, so I think until I figure it out I'll be creating my own epub formatted fan fiction. The other options is to figure out how to edit the beginning part of the story, reload the epub into Calibre and re-convert to epub so it fits my preferences. My whole setup is geared towards doing it myself and now I need to figure out how to change my conversion flow to adapt the A03 epubs while not changing anything drastically so that I can still convert stories from LJ/DW and ff.net.
I'm not a coder but I imagine it's not easy to set up a way for everyone to enter their personal preferences on such things as font type, font size, margins, space between paragraphs or indents, and etc... I think in time the stories will have cover art, summaries in the metadata, and users can set their download preferences in their Preferences panel. It's amazing to realize that the archive is still in beta and offers such a wide range of features. :)
I'm probably not going to use the export to epub feature right away but I can't deny it's a huge step forwards in helping users download ebook friendly fan fiction stories. I'm incredibly happy that it's happened because now there are over 100k stories available to read on Kindles, Nooks, Sonys, the Iphone/iPad and other portable devices. I've been looking forward to this for years now and I really do hope within a year the Ebook Library is obsolete and no longer needed. Though I suppose as long as authors don't archive their fics and only post to LJ then there may still be a need for the Ebook Library.
Supernatural and Star Trek Recs
Except Thou Bless Me by architeuthis (Pairing:Castiel/Dean) This was some of the best rough/violent sex I've read in a long time.
i cannot rest from travel by kellifer_fic (Sam/Dean) This was lovely in a quiet way.
Who Watches Over Me? by thenyxie (Jared/Jensen) INSTANT REC!!! I loved the premise, the sex was incredibly hot, and my heart sort of broke for Jensen in this story. I also loved the tension between Jared and Jensen. Stories where they start off attracted to each other but kind of hating each other at the same time is probably one of my all time favorite kinks.
rite of passage by annabeth I liked the outsider pov of this story and Sam was scary at the end.
Star Trek Reboot
Decimation by waldorph (Kirk/Spock) This was hot and I loved Jim as Jane Kirk.
Multifandom Recs
Syndicated Sci-Fi Show by claudiapriscus This was a fun action adventure story and I adored the crossover and at the end I really did want more. :)
Glee/Supernatural
Something Wicked This Way Hums by like_a_raven I had a lot of fun reading this story! I loved Dean's pov and there were plenty of funny moments. :)
Star Trek Reboot
Strength of Men by 1lostoneficspot (Kirk/Spock) INSTANT REC!!! I think it's safe to say this story hit just about every one of my kinks. There was even accidental bonding! which I do not have a tag for. I loved the plot, the angst was through the roof, and I was on the edge of my seat a few times reading to find out what would happen next.
Cultural Differences by 1lostoneficspot (Kirk/Spock) I had a blast reading this story. The spanking scene was incredibly hot and I really liked the character voices.
Tear You Apart by lalazee (Kirk/Spock) I loved Jim's pov, the sex was hot, and I could not stop reading once I started.
Star Trek Original Series
pantswarrior - The Voyages of His Excellency, Supreme Shipmaster I-Voka of Vol-kahn This was an incredibly fun story to read. :) I'm still smiling.
Supernatural
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Stepford by ash_carpenter (Sam/Dean) This story was creepy and the ending was chilling.
Supernatural Vid Rec
Blaze of Glory by giandujakiss (vid:recs:spn) I loved the song, the action scenes, and the vid was fun to watch. Can't ask for more than that!
Doctor Who/Vorkosigan
Electric Blue by philomytha This was a short but fun adventure story. :) I thought the character voices were spot on. :)
Inception
Darlin', I'm Losing And It's A Mean Game by leonidasden (Pairing:Arthur/Cobb) I loved the premise, character voices, and the imagery. Arthur's pov worked for me.
Vorkosigan
Vorkosigan's Day by Philomytha (Gen) I can't describe why this story is so good but the character voices were spot on and I loved Galeni's pov.
Legend of the Seeker Vid Rec
Cara - Tongues by ana_jo (vid:recs:LotS) This was a good Cara vid. It was fast paced and kinda hot.