#road to Christmas drabble challenge

[whispering-about-the-tmnt]

Current list of my TMNT Fanfics

A Cup Of Good Cheer

April is afraid that she got Donnie the wrong Christmas gift this year, but Leo tries to convince her otherwise.

Rating / Genre: G / Holiday, family, gen

Size: 1/1 chapters (~3,400 words)

Notes: Autistic Donnie vibes

Displaced

An unprepared Donatello ends up on a Greyhound Bus to Springfield, Massachusetts

Rating / Genre: soft T / Mild drama, road trip, gen

Size: 6/6 chapters (~18,500 words)

Notes / Warnings: This was my first TMNT fic, which I originally posted some 25 years ago. It was written even earlier, though, right after the 1990s movies came out // Blood, guns, mild peril

Fleeting Thoughts

A collection of 100-word TMNT drabbles

Rating / Genre: G / Various, gen

Size: 9/? chapters (900 words so far)

Notes: I know it is hotly debated what the length of a drabble should be, but I was always firmly in the 100-word camp.

Midnight On The High Bridge

The High Bridge between Manhattan and the Bronx has always been one of Michelangelo's favorite places to go for a late night ride on his board; but on this cloudy evening, he finds more than just fresh air and freedom high above the Harlem River.

Rating / Genre: G / M/F, Meet-cute

Size: 3/3 chapters (~8,100 words)

Notes: Brings Oyuki into the 2007 universe; takes place a year after the events of the movie

Passage

Leonardo has an appointment with death.

Rating / Genre: T / Drama, supernatural

Size: 7/? chapters (~9,300 words so far)

Notes / Warnings: Originally written back in the early 00s // Death and dying, gore, blood

Requiescat

Leonardo died today.

Rating / Genre: G / Drama, grief, poetry, gen

Size: 1/1 chapter (180 words)

Notes / Warnings: Written a couple decades ago // Death and dying

The Bone Garden

You gathered up old papers, old photos… and you flipped through them, one by one, remembering…

Rating / Genre: G / Drama, grief, gen

Size: 1/1 chapters (400 words)

Notes / Warnings: Originally written on Halloween, 2007 for the 2k3 episode, Same As It Never Was, but now I feel that it applies to The Last Ronin, as well... or really, any story where one Turtle remained after the others had passed on // Mentions of death

The Scent Of Violets

Donnie and Mike are trapped underground with a memory

Rating / Genre: T / Drama, gen

Size: 1/1 chapter (~1,800 words)

Notes / Warnings: Written in the late 90s, early 2000s // Blood, severe injury

Second Time Around

Two years after the defeat and banishment of Krang and Shredder, the Turtles and their human friends now have different, more personal challenges to overcome -- challenges that are made all the more difficult to deal with when Baxter Stockman and Karai pull them into a conflict that involves disentangling the complexities time itself.

Rating / Genre: T / Script, gen

Size: 19/? chapters (~28,000 words so far)

Notes / Warnings : A screenplay for a third Bayverse movie // Character death mentioned

Something Wicked

He felt movement all around him; something like the wind, though the air was dead still. He backed against the curved sewer wall… holding his breath as his eyes scanned the pitch blackness. The feeling grew closer, touching him… a whisper against his damp skin…

Rating / Genre: M / Horror, suspense, gen

Size: 17/? chapters (~50,400 words so far)

Notes / Warnings: Originally written and posted a couple decades ago, now being put under an extensive rewrite // Blood, gore, possible character death, whump, etc.

Still Waters

They say I'm the quiet one…

Rating / Genre: G / Introspective, poetry, gen

Size: 1/1 chapters (~200 words)

Notes: Also from over twenty years ago. A Donatello introspective.

Under The Influence

Leo is under the influence of… something

Rating / Genre: G / humor, gen

Size: 4/4 chapters (400 words)

Notes: Just a silly little four-drabble story I wrote when I wasn't feeling so well a bunch of years back

When She Loved Me

She always said that I had his eyes. I don't know if I ever really believed her… after all, I never knew him. But I suppose they must be his. Her own eyes were deep and dark, almost black… reflective like mirrors. Mine are blue… light blue, like the sky. I think that sometimes she hated looking into them, because it was like she was looking at him again… like she was looking at my father.

Rating / Genre: G / Drama, gen

Size: 1/1 chapters (~2,500 words)

Notes / Warnings: Oyuki's backstory as I see it. Originally posted at FFnet back around 2000, though the fic is contemporary with the TMNTA Comics, setting its year at 1992 // Parental abandonment

#tmnt #teenage mutant ninja turtles #ninja turtles #tmnt fanfic #tmnt bayverse #tmnt 2k3 #tmnt 2007 #tmnt 2003 #rottmnt #tottmnt #tmnt mm #tmnt mutant mayhem #tmnt 2012 #tmnt 1987 #writers on tumblr

[trulybetty]

sunday in review | I

hello.

I took an unexpected hiatus from this before Christmas - my time, responsibilities and health have shifted in the last couple of months and with several spinning plates, something had to give. But I'm trying it out again - we'll see how it goes, let me know if you have any feedback!

writing habits.

plotted: - Javi P. x reader for Kel’s ‘Taylor Swift Drabble Challenge’ - Dieter x reader for Kate’s ‘Brandi Carlise Drabble Challenge’

worked on (i.e. jumped into and maybe added like three words, it's been a week): - Sequins!Joel x Reader - Tim x Cagney - Salt Water (I’m determined this will see the light of day at some point this year) - Angsty Dieter x Reader - x3 Lucien x Reader (this man has rotted my brain) - Texas Hold ‘Em anthology

on the blog this week.

handwritten asks which I’m slowly working my way through so the perfectionist in me isn’t awoken lol. If you’ve come across it I said I’d keep it up until Sunday, but if you want to drop an ask I’ll answer any extras that come through

march madness | 2024 I knew the full 63 was a lofty goal for me, my time to read fanfiction is now at odds with my time to write and that window has slowly gotten smaller. So I’ve been trying to squeeze in time to read where I can (list to be uploaded later)

what I read.

The One (Dieter) @schnarfer

Let Me Lay Down Beside You (Joel) @jomiddlemarch

Bookworm (Marcus P.) @write-down-your-dreams

easy like Sunday morning (Dieter) @gnpwdrnwhiskey

Delta Landscaping - Chapter 15 (various Pedro characters) @rhoorl

what I watched.

Road House - this movie knew the assignment

Lioness - so many ideas involving Frankie running through my head

9-1-1: Lone Star - watched for Liv Tyler, somehow staying for Rob Lowe, I don't know who I am

what made my dash happy.

There’s another Frankie Cat in the wild!

Heidi’s Joel AU moodboard

Mel’s Javi edit, who’s coming bar hopping?

celebrating.

Lolabee's 1 Year of Fic Celebration: 5th-7th April

fanfic throwback. this is where I go back into my read list and pick one at random to share - because all fic shouldn't be relegated to the archives after they've been shared.

Glass by @idolatrybarbie marcus pike and prompt no. fifteen— “is there anything we can do?” “we won’t be doing anything."

what was on repeat.

coming in under the wire was beyonce | cowboy carter 🙌

hope you're having a great Sunday! Let me know what you're up to in the comments 💕

#betty's sunday in review #sunday in review #pedro pascal character fanfiction #pedro pascal characters

[sailor-aviator]

Sailor-Aviator's Playlist Writing Challenge

Hello, hello!! Welcome back to another writing challenge! This one also had a lot of votes in the poll I posted, so I figured why not go ahead and release it?

The Concept

I have what some might call an eclectic music taste. What does that mean? I like a bit of just about everything! So, I compiled a list of songs from my playlists that I thought might make good fanfic inspiration! As with my Christmas Challenge, there will be a limited number of spots for each song! Just send me a DM/ask telling me which song you'd like to choose and for which Top Gun character you'd like to write for!

The Rules

You may sign up for more than one slot as long as there are slots available. However, you can not take up two slots for the same song.

Tag your fics appropriately! (Angst, smut, fluff, warnings, etc.)

18+ ONLY!

This can be a series, a one-shot, moodboards, or even a collection of drabbles! Just have fun with it!

You MUST use your song in some way in the fic. For example, if your song is Two Doors Down by Dolly Parton, then you could write about going to a party or about being a Dagger's neighbor.

HAVE FUN!!!

This writing challenge will not have a time limit, and you can sign up whenever you want! When you are finished (or started the series/collection), you can shoot me the link so I can tag it below. Also, please tag me in the fic and tag the challenge! The more the merrier! Now, there are some popular artists on here, but I encourage EVERYONE to listen to ALL the songs before making your decisions!! I will add more songs if I need to as well!

Tagging a couple of mutuals who I think would be interested: @goldenseresinretriever @bobgasm @mamachasesmayhem @hangmansgbaby @jupitercomet @seresinhangmanjake @number-0-iz

The Playlist

Songs below the cut!

Two Doors Down by Dolly Parton

@aworldinsideaperson w/ Jake Seresin

@alegendoftomorrow w/ the Dagger Squad

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Ends of the Earth by Lord Huron

alegendoftomorrow w/ Bradley Bradshaw

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Work Song by Hozier

@devil-angel-winchester w/ Bradley Bradshaw

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Darling by Halsey

@goldenseresinretriever w/ Tom Kazansky

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The Death of Peace of Mind by Bad Omens

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Stolen by Dashboard Confessional

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Youth by Troye Sivan

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Get on the Road by Tired Pony

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Littlething by Jimmy Eat World

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The Saltwater Room by Owl City

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Enchanted by Taylor Swift

@shinycupcakebaker w/ Bob Floyd

@seresinsbrat w/ Bradley Bradshaw

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Georgia by Vance Joy

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I'll Be by Edwin McCain

@powellssugarbaby w/ Jake Seresin

@sweetwhispersofchaos w/ Bob Floyd

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Love is a Battlefield by Pat Benatar

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New Religion by The Heydaze

@aworldinsideaperson w/ Bradley Bradshaw

alegendoftomorrow w/ Jake Seresin

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She Burns by Foy Vance

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Shrike by Hozier

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Dancing With the Devil by Short Stack

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Like Real People Do by Hozier

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Shut Up and Dance by WALK THE MOON

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Bright by Echosmith

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Someone to You by BANNERS

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WILD by Troye Sivan

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Stay With Me by ayokay

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Iris by Jada Forcer

goldenseresinretriever w/ Tom Kazansky

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Sunshine by Short Stack

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Tell Her You Love Her by Echosmith

aworldinsideaperson w/ Bradley Bradshaw

alegendoftomorrow w/ Bob Floyd

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Everywhere by Fleetwood Mac

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Too Late to Turn Back Now by Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose

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Leather and Lace by Stevie Nicks

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Mine by Taylor Swift

@bellaireland1981 w/ Bradley Bradshaw

alegendoftomorrow w/ Bradley Bradshaw

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Landslide by Fleetwood Mac

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Burn You Down by Short Stack

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Jolene by Dolly Parton

@dingochef w/ Jake Seresin

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Pretty Carolina by Jontha Links

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Sleep on the Floor by The Lumineers

aworldinsideaperson w/ Bob Floyd

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Style by Taylor Swift

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Out of the Woods by Taylor Swift

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You and Me by Lifehouse

@bobgasm w/ Bob Floyd

seresinsbrat w/ Jake Seresin

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Rhiannon by Fleetwood Mac

aworldinsideaperson w/ (TBD)

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#writing challenge #jake hangman seresin #jake seresin #jake seresin x reader #jake seresin x you #jake hangman seresin x you #jake hangman seresin x reader #hangman x reader #hangman top gun #bradley rooster bradshaw #bradley bradshaw #bradley bradshaw x reader #bradley rooster bradshaw x you #bradley rooster bradshaw x reader #bradley bradshaw x you #rooster x you #rooster x reader #rooster top gun #robert bob floyd #bob floyd #robert floyd #robert bob floyd x you #robert bob floyd x reader #bob floyd x you #bob floyd x reader #bob top gun

[runnning-outof-time]

K’s Reading List - MARCH

Hey there! Thanks for stumbling upon this reading list! I figured that as a way to support the lovely writers within this fandom that I’d compile a reading list of all of the stories I read over each month.

March was a wonderful month filled with incredible stories. Below is the list of stories that I read. I hope you will find some that you like as well!

As always, please make sure you heed to the warnings on each fic!!

**some fics may no longer be available for various reasons**

@zablife

Keep Us Safe - Tommy Shelby x Reader (mini series) — contains some 🔞 themes. Please read warnings!

‘Protect’ Drabble - Tommy Shelby x Reader

‘Pleasure’ Drabble - Luca Changretta x Reader

Forgiveness - Tommy Shelby, Polly Gray (re-imagining of canon)

Bye Bye Blackbird - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@toms-cherry-trees

Once I Was - Tommy Shelby x Reader

Five Sentence Blurbs - Assorted Peaky Characters

@cillmequick

Sleep Story - Cillian Murphy x Reader — contains 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

Premier - Cillian Murphy x Reader — contains 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

Kiss and Tell - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains slight 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

Kiss and Tell 2 - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains slight 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

@teenwolf-theoriginals

Paper Lies - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains slight 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

Dad!Tommy - Tommy Shelby x Reader

Last of the Whiskey - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains slight 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

@little-diable

Addicted to You - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

@notyour-valentine

Life is a Cabaret - Tommy Shelby x Reader

The Head of The Snake - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@amysteryspot

Tommy Shelby Drabble - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@dearshelby

The Road to Peace - Tommy Shelby x Reader (on-going civilian!AU series)

Caressing Their Cheeks Blurb - Tommy Shelby x Reader

The Devil’s Advocate - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@evita-shelby

Relax - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@aliypop

When The Sun Rises - Tommy Shelby x OC

A Little Friendly Advice - Alfie Solomons x OC (platonic)

@peakyscillian

Pizza and Champagne - Modern!Tommy Shelby x Reader

Family Ties - Modern!Tommy Shelby x Reader (series) — contains strong 🔞 (NSFW) themes!

@bi-bard

I Could Never Define All That You Are To Me - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@mgcldydrms

The Only Thing That Matters - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@camilaiswritingstories

The Death of Mine - Tommy Shelby x Reader (series)

@acewritesfics

Fireflies - Tommy Shelby x Reader

You Are My Home - Tommy Shelby x Reader

I Remember None of That - Arthur Shelby x Reader

March Drabble Challenge - Assorted Peaky Characters

@raincoffeeandfandoms

The one I love - Tommy Shelby x Reader

The mysterious blue-eyed man - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@there-goes-thefighter

I’d Kill For You - John Shelby x Reader

If You Leave Me - Tommy Shelby x Reader

The Sound of Silence - Tommy Shelby

@gypsy-girl-08

Office Christmas Party - Modern!Tommy Shelby x Reader (series) — contains 🔞 NSFW themes!

Encounter - Tommy Shelby x Reader — contains 🔞 NSFW themes!

@look-at-the-soul

Matters of the heart - Tommy Shelby x OC

@tommyhardyx

The Spy - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@prettyboyswow

Our Weeping Willow - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@priceofasapphire

Nights Like This - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@mistersshelby

Untitled (set in Season 5) - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@wednesdayismyfunday

Grief - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@fandom-puff

Not A Word - John Shelby x Reader

@noforkingclue

Perfect Moment to Forget - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@shelbydelrey

Unrequited - Tommy Shelby x Alfie Solomons

@sneakyblinders

Seeing Clearly - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@scorpiussage

That’s the Last One - Modern!Tommy Shelby x Reader

@mythos-writes

It’s My Turn - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@for-those-who-once-were

Dismissive, Yet Intriguing - Tommy Shelby x Reader

@areyenotfondofmelobster

Saltwater Tears - Tommy Shelby x Reader

#k’s march reading list #k’s reading list #peaky blinders #peaky blinders x reader

[undreaming-fanfiction]

Welcome!

Thank you for visiting my pile of drabbles, questionable fanarts and weird headcanons. For your convenience and my absolute inconvenience, I prepared a list of links for what you can find here that I will attempt to keep updated. Let’s see how that goes... 

(M) stands for mature content, please be wary of that. 

I am always grateful for comments, tiny messages in reblogs and asks. I also take asks and prompts! Talk to me, I don’t bite.

Stranger Things

General fanfiction: Love Is / Unlikely But Welcome (with Steddie at the end) / Alone on Christmas / The Least We Could Do  Headcanons: Dustin and Steve Summer 1985 / Murray on Steve / Eleven and One / Eleven and Henry / Dustin’s rebellion / Bob and Eddie / Eddie’s self-sabotage / Eddie’s dealing / Vecna’s victims  Steddie drabbles and fanfiction: The Freak With the Plan / Sticky notes / Safe and Sound / Take It Back / On compliments / Not a liar / On expectations / Like You Like Me (Steddie Halloween) / Sing for me Baby / Give and Take / Guilty Pleasure / Doesn't It Make You Mad? / Music To My Ears / Steve's road to bisexuality / Only Ours / Home Sweet Home / On Hair / Heaven Can Wait / Banished (1) (2) (3) / Lonely Times / Everything Has Its Price / Two For One / Second Time’s The Charm / Everyone’s A Critic / Talk Dirty To Me / No / My Kind of Perfect / Steve as CC mascot / Steddie vacation / Play It Out (1) / Not a Single Thing / Rips in Eddie’s jeans / No Such Thing As Stupid Question / Not Getting Married / Corroded Coffin costumes / The interview /  Steddie series Piece by Piece: Halfway Happy / Healing Touch (M) Steddie headcanons: 1st wedding song / On outward personalities (with @thefreakandthehair) / On garden gnomes (with @corrodedcoughin) / On Steve and Eddie's lawn (with @corrodedcoughin) / Steve painting Eddie's nails / Love Languages / Vouchers / Wrong item / Flour fights / Kiss in rain /  Trauma drabbles and fanfics: On Grief / Of Ghosts and the Living / A Deal With God / When Steve dies (with @stevesbipanic) / Unforgiven / Tapes (addition to @stevesbipanic) / With The Last Rays of Setting Sun (addition to @strawberryspence) / Murderer (with @stevesbipanic) / No body / Reputation / The only choice / Suffer in silence / The last time loop / If you die, I die / Nancy’s time loop Alternate Universe (AU): Corpse Groom / Superhero (1) / Seasons / College newspaper / Fake demon summoning / Stranger Brigade / Haunted / What We Do In The Shadows / Batman Steve / Into The Woods (1) / Batman and Catman (with @stevesbipanic) / Scoops Eddie / Made In Your Image (mythology AU, 1) / YouTuber AU / Pirates of the Caribbean AU / Nightmare Before Christmas AU (1) / X-Files / Glasses model Steve / Actor AU Crack: Wine and Dine / How to draw away demobats / Why Eddie wasn't in season 1 / Flesh Wound and Not Ideal / Fruity Four on phone / Steddie never fight / When Eddie shuts up / Guess what / Interested in me? / Cleaning / Sugar / The Adventures of Kas/Eddie and Vecna / Fuck / He’s dead / Cleaning 2 / Proposal / Counting sheep  Spooky Steddie Writober: Bewitching Garden / Cursed Carnival Fanart: Not Ideal / Seasons AU / Steddie Halloween / Mythology AU / Cursed Spicy Six baubles / Nightmare Before Christmas AU / Eddie as a witch / Steve watercolor markers attempt  Strangetember (my pre-Inktober) Stranger Things inspired makeup: Upside-Down Eddie / Steve Harrington Writing prompts: The dumbest thing / Teach me? / Could they have loved me Steddie/ST song recs: Hell On Earth / Hallowed Be Thy Name / All of Me  Fruity Four Advent Calendar

Steddie 2023 playlist challenge here! 

Cats the Musical

Original characters: Sofia (Smudge) Tuggoffelees fanfiction: Never Enough / On Hair and Uneven Distribution of Work A Night to Remember (circus AU): Prologue / The Gifts / The Magician and the Dancer / One of Us / A Late Visit / Persuasion / The Company Fanart: Jemima / Mistoffelees tarot card / Misto ink  Cats-inspired makeup: Misto / Misto 2 / Bombalurina / Demeter

Good Omens

Ineffable husbands fanfiction: On Ducks and Things That Shouldn't Be

#masterlist #steddie #steddie fanfiction #steddie drabble #stranger things #stranger things fanfiction #cats the musical #good omens #ineffable husbands #tuggoffelees

[mppmaraudergirl]

Writing Anniversary

Today marks two years since I returned to writing. It’s been an amazing journey and I’m hopeful only the best is yet to come. A few highlights of what I’ve posted within the last year are below the read more. Thanks to all my friends (writers and readers alike)—your support is so appreciated ❤️

Ongoing WIPs

The Reckless Now - several chapters posted this year including The Reveal(!)

The Christmas Grift - returning this December!

Chasing Life - part v coming very soon!

All the Difference - a Jily at Hogwarts collab fic with @tumbledfreckles

One-shots

Chasing After You

Caught

Change My Mind

The Best Kept Secrets

Across the Universe

The Couples Costumes - a TWR companion one-shot

The Christmas Tree - a TWR companion one-shot

Remarkable

Fool’s Gold

What Lies Within

In it For Me

Back When I Had You - a TRBTY companion one-shot

Completed multichaps

The Road Back to You

in retrograde

Plus several drabbles and one-shots in my compilation fics! AO3 makes it challenging to get a true word count, but I estimate this totals to over 260k words! Oh and I grew most of a baby, so that’s gotta count for something too 😉

#writing anniversary #<333333 #life comes at you fast! #hopefully these links are accurate lmao

[burins]

@try-set-me-on-fire tagged me in the fic stats meme!

Rules: post your fic with the most hits, the second most kudos, third most comments, fourth most bookmarks, fifth most words, and fewest words!

this one is fun bc i normally have a tampermonkey script on to hide most stats so i can't succumb to Numbers Go Up disease, which for me is terminal.

most hits: mission parameters

"Bruce." Clark turns towards him, leaning back against a bank of consoles. "We're not actually going undercover. We don't need an elaborate backstory– if anything, it'll be harder to keep straight. It doesn't have to be complicated." He spreads his hands. "Here's a story: we're members of the same elite fighting force. After years of saving each other's lives in the field, we fell in love. That's it." Bruce swallows past the almost-truth of it. In Clark's warm smooth radio voice, it sounds plausible. It sounds like something that could happen. — Bruce and Clark pretend to be married for diplomatic reasons. When they return to Earth, things are a little different.

this is tbh a little surprising to me bc it's only been up a couple months??? i would have expected one of my mdzs fics to be on top. superbat fandom y'all are too powerful

second most kudos (and also third most comments AND fourth most bookmarks): talk about all the good things (and the bad things)

In hindsight, Wei Wuxian perhaps should have taken “everyday is everyday” as a metaphorical statement of Lan Zhan’s devotion and love and incredible sexiness, rather than as a challenge. And definitely he should have cottoned on by the third half-hearted hai hour handjob. But how can he look at his husband, the sexiest man he has ever seen, and say “you know what, sweetheart, darling, love of my life. I think we should fuck less.” Wei Wuxian and Lan Wangji talk about… sex.

this one is the one i expected to have the most hits lol. but a full four-way sweep would have been even wilder.

fifth most words: flash in the pan

Here’s the thing. Clark does understand. Superman and Batman are fucking. Clark Kent and Bruce Wayne are not. Clark can handle this. He keeps parts of his life separate all the time. It’s possible, Clark thinks, as he glares at a lurid tabloid cover of Bruce’s latest scandalous yacht party in the grocery store checkout aisle, that he can’t handle this. — At the Wayne Foundation's annual holiday party, things come to a head.

awww it's the second superbat i ever wrote! i have a soft spot for this one bc i became fully possessed while writing it. i wrote 3k words On Christmas Day. (i do NOT know when i found time to do this bc we were busy with family most of the day. maybe that night?)

fewest words: fif-teen

this one doesn't have a summary but it's a 15 days of Friends at the Table drabble collection except i only wrote one drabble. so it's 300 words of hella and adelaide dancing.

bc talk about all the good things dominated so much i ran the numbers with just dcu fics for fun:

second most kudos is mission parameters, third most comments is flash in the pan, fourth most bookmarks is there when the light comes in (timkon road trip au! my beloved), and fifth most words bumps down to unfurl (superbat alien junk with bonus timkon.)

and then wrapping it up with fewest words is all my love and terror balanced there, my jason & bruce fic for Bruce Wayne Week. which makes sense because i wrote almost the entirety of it on my phone when i was supposed to be going to bed lol

#my fic #tag games

[sunnydaleherald]

The Sunnydale Herald Newsletter, Monday, December 11

SPIKE: Read it again. DALTON: Well, I'm not sure. It could be, uh... deprimere... ille... bubula... linter. SPIKE: Debase, the beef, canoe. (Dalton looks up at Spike and smiles a stupid smile. Spike cannot abide him and punches him in the face.) SPIKE: Why does that strike me as not right?

~~What's My Line pt1~~

[Drabbles & Short Fiction]

The Merry Month of Magnus Presents… Bloody Christmas (Buffy/Spike, G) by Alyot

Spice (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by honeygirl51885

It's not a one-night stand if it turns into two (Buffy/Spike, PG-13) by loveisntbrains_

A Spuffy Christmas Mad Lib (Buffy/Spike, PG) by all_choseny

Sweet But Twisted. Does that Make Me a Candy Cane? (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by honeygirl51885

The Road Is So Long (Buffy/Spike, E) by Acb6293

Angelus's Mercy: Part Four (Buffy/Angel, E) by MCorey1317

Savory (Buffy/Faith, G) by TheOriginalLovelace

Weekly Drabbles #53 — Hide and Seek (Dawn&Spike, PG-13) by veronyxk84

[Chaptered Fiction]

Lighting Candles Chapter 4 (Buffy/Spike, R) by Cohava

What the Drabble? Chapter 52 (Buffy/Spike, R) by VeroNyxK84

Twice Broken, Thrice Burnt Chapter 21 (Buffy/Spike, NC-17) by ClowniestLivEver

Slay Bells Ringing Chapter 11 (Buffy/Spike, PG) by all_choseny

Spuffy's Little Helper Chapter 11 (Buffy/Spike, PG-13) by Alyot

A Very Summers Winter Chapter 11 (Buffy/Spike, PG-13) by VeroNyxK84

Charm The Slayer Chapter 2 (Buffy/Faith, M) by Jaredlee33

[Images, Audio & Video]

Art: wesley in that one scene where he gets tortured by okiankeno

Art: Bday present for Holly of @elysianfieldsarchive and MY HEART by isevery0nehereverystoned

Art: *Me and Dru, we’re movin’ in* by pocketsizedann

[Fandom Discussions]

What if joss whedon wasn’t a little bitch and had angel get affected by billy? by rensplotdumps

Willow’s Restless dream is soooo transgender by herinsectreflection

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If you're still taking prompts for the jonerys drabble challenge... ❤️

"You have no clue where we are, do you?"

I did it! An actual drabble that didn't turn into something much longer than that! Thank you so much for responding to the call I put out. I just love this fandom and all the friends I have made because of it.

Prompt: “You have no clue where you are, do you?”

Jon took another turn deeper into the winding roads within the Woolfswood. Dany knew he was familiar with the area having grown up in Winterfell nearby, but she couldn’t help the anxiety gnawed at her. To her knowledge, there was nothing out this way; even the map she had googled only had the word Wolfswood written across it, the gravel roads that slowly became dirt ones not even shown.

“Where are we going?” she asked before she could stop herself. She trusted Jon, but she had an innate desire to be informed of all things and not-knowing caused her to panic. Her therapist told her it was due to the trauma of her childhood that she always sought control, and knowledge was the best way to do that.

“Relax, sweetling. We will get there soon,” Jon reached over and grabbed her hand, kissing the back of it. 

His off-road jeep hit a bump that had Dany bouncing in her seat and Jon laughing as she flailed around and screamed. “I’m glad you find this so amusing,” she bit at him, though his smile was infectious and she did her best to look as annoyed as her words sounded.

“You’re just so cute when your mad. Like an angry kitten,” Jon joked.

Dany snatched her hand away. “You really want to sleep alone on the couch tonight, don’t you?”

“Never, my love. I always want to be with you.”

She rolled her eyes, but couldn’t stop the flutter within her heart. Jon and Dany had met in college their sophomore year, both already dating someone else. It wasn’t until their junior year they both found themselves single and he asked her to dinner at one of the uptown restaurants. 

When Christmas break rolled around, Jon knew she had no family to go home to and would spend it still in her dorm with Missandei and her boyfriend, Torgo, both students whose families lived in another country and it was too expensive for them to fly home at every break. He invited that Dany come home with him to meet his family, that they always insisted the more the merrier. They also asked Torgo and Missy, who gladly accepted. 

Dany was a bit stunned by the size of Jon’s house and family. His Uncle and Aunt lived in the main estate on the property, with all of Jon’s cousins, Robb, Sansa, Arya, Bran and Rickon. His mother lived in a smaller but still impressive house next door, on Stark property, overlooking the godswood. She felt instantly welcomed into his family and it was bittersweet as it had been only her Uncle Aemon who raised her brother and her.

Her mother died in childbirth. Sadly, even with modern medicine, the broken healthcare system of Westeros had an obscenely high mortality rate for expectant mothers in a First world country. Her father went mad with grief and was abusive until his own death a few years later. That was when they went to live with her Great Uncle Aemon. 

Aemon was old and passed away when Dany was in High School, Viserys joined him during her freshmen year of college after he had pissed away his part of their inheritance and died of an overdose not long after. She was lucky her parents had been well off, and Aemon didn’t touch the money left to them, not that he would have. He was the best man she ever knew. But as an orphan now, with no family left, the money to survive had been a small comfort under the weight of it all.

After college, Dany and Jon had found jobs in King’s Landing, moving into a small one-bedroom apartment together. That was two years ago, and they still drove north every chance they got to spend time with the Starks. This trip wasn’t for any designated holiday though. 

Jon had insisted they take a week off from work to visit Winterfell. They had both been swamped at work, eager to prove themselves in their respective fields and climb the ladder to better positions within the companies they worked for. It was a welcome break to be able to just be together, no stresses of life to preoccupy them.

Tonight Jon had insisted they go for a drive, telling her little to no details of their destination. As the dirt road came to an end, Jon threw the jeep in park and looked over to Dany expectantly. Dany looked around in confusion, not understanding what was going on.

Jon chuckled beside her. “You have no clue where we are, do you?”

She bit her lip and shook her head. “Should I?”

“Come on, love,” he huffed, opening the door and signaling for her to do the same and get out of the car.

She followed, albeit a little reluctantly. They were in the middle of nowhere, even her cell phone had no service all the way out here. Jon waited for her in front of the vehicle, holding his hand out for her to take.

Dany grabbed his hand and they began to walk through the dark forest, with only a small trail to guide their way. As she took in her surroundings, the tense grip of anxiety began to ease and melt away. It was truly a breathtaking sight, the lush and green forest, sentinels lining each side of her for as far as the eye could see. 

Most forests still had inklings of humans etched upon them, a building or inn trying to make money off tourism, in the litter they left while hiking and camping, but this one still looked pristine and untouched. A wolf howled in the distance, Dany shook, as she gripped Jon tighter. She could see a clearing ahead and hoped this was their destination. 

She had heard stories of travelers getting lost in these woods or being mauled by a wild animal. When they crossed into the clearing her mouth gaped at the sight before her. 

“Do you know where we are now?”

Dany stood there mute for a moment, staring at the waterfall that fell into a flowing creek, the mountain behind them, beautiful and imposing. Recognition hit her then. Jon had spoken of this place to her before, where his Uncle would take them to fish and camp. She nodded her head and jumped into his arms. 

“Thank you for showing me this,” she whispered, before pulling him into a slow but hungry kiss. 

She poured all her love and gratitude into it, sliding her tongue into his mouth and massaging his own with hers, biting his lip lightly and nipping at him playfully. A moan left Jon’s mouth and she swallowed it down as his hands began to explore her body. When they reached her arse he squeezed her tight there, bringing her body as close to his as he could. She whimpered when he bit her lip in retaliation and rubbed his hard erection against her.

Suddenly Jon pulled away. “Others take you, woman, you are such a wonderful distraction. But I have more to show first.” He grabbed her hand and dragged her along, smiling dopily at her smug grin.

As they neared the waterfall, the spray began to hit her face, the coolness feeling good with her skin still burning from her previous exertions. To her surprise, when they walked behind the waterfall, the mouth of a cave greeted them. She followed Jon, still holding her tightly as they walked onto the slippery rocks. 

He begged her to be careful and slipped his free hand onto her lower back as he helped her through the entrance. 

“Jon,” she whispered, her hand covering her mouth at the view. 

A cot had been set up within the cave, a trail of roses leading around and to it. Fairy lights were hung around the walls of the cave to illuminate the place, twinkling against a steaming pool a few feet away. To her surprise, the chill of the outside air didn’t reach them here. A bottle of champagne sat chilling in a bucket of ice next to the bed, a picnic basket next to it. And tucked underneath the bed was one of their duffel bags. 

“How did you do all this?” Dany asked.

“I had some helped,” Jon replied, as she felt him move beside her, pulling on the hand he still held.

When she turned around, she gasped, her heart nearly stopping from the shock. Jon had bent down on one knee and was reaching into his pocket. He flipped open the signature box and a gorgeous diamond ring met her eyes. 

“Dany, from the moment we met I knew there was something special about you. You are the brightest star in the sky, shining the way when I feel lost. You are a cool breeze on a  hot summer day. You are the sun that brightens my day, and the fire that keeps me warm at night. You are already a part of my family, you are my present and my future, will you marry me and make it official?”

Tears sprung from her eyes despite the smile so wide upon her face, her cheeks obscured the violet orbs from view. She couldn’t find the words, so she nodded enthusiastically and lept into his arms, joining him on the floor of the cave. Once her voice finally worked, she whispered “yes” between each kiss. 

She knew from the moment she met Jon, that he was different from any man she had met before. In a crowded room full of other people, they somehow always gravitated toward each other. He was her sun, and she the planet that orbited around him just to feel his warmth. 

Before she met Jon, Dany would have laughed at the idea of soulmates and destiny. But by the Old Gods and the New, the Seven, and R’hllor, Jon and her were always meant to be, were written in the stars. Her heart beat for his, and when they made love they truly became one. 

She couldn’t wait to spend the rest of her life with him, to write their story, the Song of Ice and Fire.

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WIP Update - 14 Dec 2022

Had another nicely productive writing week  - I touched 10 fics (4 WIPs & 6 new works) for a total of  2414 words. 

On Ao3, I posted  I posted  an AmeriHawk (Clint/Steve) hookup (fade to black) fic,  a BruceNat ficlet based on their A:AoU farmhouse scene,  a Clint/Thor internal monologue drabble and  an elf!Tony &elf-Steve Christmas fluff teamup.

On Tumblr, I posted a Steve & Bucky post CA:CW ficlet for last week’s Flash Fiction Friday prompt: #FFF180 Promise You’ll Write.

Am up to 15 active WIPs  (with a couple of maybe TBCs)  with my current   deadline being  the  Avengers Bingo, with  Man with a Plan and  Starkbucks and coming in close behind!  

See below cut for the WIPs  (arranged more or less by bingos/challenges/etc) I am working on  -   feel free to send me prompts or plot bunnies as well as asks regarding any of these projects   (or any other WIPs I’ve got out there) – they really help feed the Muse and keep me motivated!

Avengers Bingo [AvB] (Runs thru 24 Dec )

Fourteen fills posted (13 to Ao3)  and 0 WIPs -  Everything is written!!!  I just need to edit and post to get my blackout on this 4x4 card!!! I decided to further challenge myself on this 16-square card by pairing up each square with a unique combo of 2 original MCU Avengers, with the final square being dealers’ choice.  With the help of the STB Enthusiasts Discord folks - I’ve got all 16 squares  planned out, at least in terms of who to write about, and half of them have some sort of idea or crossover square to go along with them. Feel free to toss other plot  bunnies my way…  

* B3 - Road Trip  -  Wrote up and posted  Sailing Toward a New Horizon  to Tumblr.  It’s a Thor & Bruce post-Ragnarok ficlet  that also filled a Flash Fiction Friday prompt [#FFF177 Expand Through Horizons]   Scheduled for Ao3 on 12/19.

* B4 - Age Gap    - Finished up Caught By the Rain and Blinded by the Lightning - a Thor/Tony  post CA:CW  PWP crossing over with TSB One Night Stand. It came in at  1256 words & is scheduled for Ao3 on 12/23. 

* C1 - Opposites Attract - Clint/Thor  - Posted  Nothing Like Him  this morning - an introspective Clint POV drabble.   I really struggled with this one. Last weekend, I wrote about 200 words based on the Tumblr  headcanon going around about a Bumbling Foreigner whose ignorance of  local customs  results in him flirting with/proposing to the prince - but it didn’t jell.   Tried a moodboard, but wasn’t happy with that either.  Finally approached the prompt from a different angle and ended up with what’s linked above.

* D1 - Friends w/ Benefits  - Clint/Steve - posted Aiming for the Stars on Friday - an AmeriHawk post-mission fic where heavy flirting leads to a fade to black hookup. It’s crossing over with my MWAPB Hawkeye/Clint Barton and came in at 720 words.  I may continue it if/when I have the smut spoons.

* D2 - Romeo & Juliet AU  -  wrote up  Two Friend Groups: Alike in Dignity -  Steve (jock) & Tony  (geek) trying out for title roles in R&J - despite their respective friend groups objections/grousing about the other clique. It came in at 327 words and will post on 12/21.

* D3 - Bed Sharing  -  posted Finding Refuge on Ao3 on Monday -  it’s a  Natasha/Bruce fic that is Age of Ultron based (divergent) and also fills the Comfortember Day 16 prompt: Shelter.

Man With a Plan (Steve Rogers) Bingo [MWAPB] (Runs thru 31 Dec)

Fifteen fills, 3 WIPs and several Vague Ideas/potential cross fills with other bingos.  Since the event was pretty much abandoned by its creator (life happens, I get it),  I’m finishing this pretty much out of stubbornness and may carry some squares over for inspiration into the new year.

* I1 - Steve is here for TFAtWS  - I’ve got Passing the Torch pretty much sorted out - a moodboard for this square paired with a ficlet for  my  BBB  “Oh, hell no"  square - Bucky POV (with some extra insider info) of the events where Sam is given Cap’s shield.   It’s scheduled for 12/21 with the fic coming in at 339 words.

* G4 - Canon Divergence post CA:TWS - possible  crossover with BBB  Kill List – Bucky wreaking havoc on Hydra bases and  Steve & Sam catch up with him. Not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so probably won’t get done.

* G5 - Friends to Lovers -  possibly combine this with my BBB Free & Stucky Mutual Pining  square for the Centerfold fic idea I’ve been rolling around = min 950 words if I finish it before this bingo (lower priority)

*  O2 - Sex Pollen  -  A Dusting of Trouble  is pretty much wrapped up - Steve and Bucky get curious when they learn Teenage Groot’s pollen is an aphrodisiac. It crosses over with my SRB  - Groot square, is currently sitting at 505 words, and scheduled for  12/16.   If I’m feeling feisty, I may add another scene/200-ish more words so it crosses over with BBB KINK:Aftercare square  (and goes Stuckony)

* O3 - Hawkeye/Clint Barton  -  see AvB - Friends w/ Benefits  above.

* O5 - FREE - Filling this with one of the following: --  Badges for this bingo based on photos of my Steve Rogers SWC figures - participant, bingo and blackout.  If I have spare time before Friday.   

-- Chapter 1 of   Never Have I Ever (But I’d Like to With You) -  a pining!Steve POV of the team playing NHIE where he manages to get one over on Tony. It’s scheduled for  12/16 and is coming in at 995 words.

StarkBucks Bingo - Round 3  (SBB_R3) - Ends 31 Dec

Thirteen fills (11 posted to Ao3), 3 WIPs and several Vague Ideas - soliciting plot bunnies or other kick-starters.

* B1 - “I wouldn’t mind wasting my time on you.“  - Possible crossover with  BBB - KINK: Seduction Mission?   Not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so probably won’t get done.

* I2 - Mistaken Identity - crossover with TSB K5 - Protectiveness -  “The Mechanic, The Soldier & The Artist” - mob/assassin AU with a Mr. & Mrs. Smith twist?   Not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so probably won’t get done. 

* I3 - “Oh dear.” -  Wrote up a remix ficlet of  Leading Questions - Tony POV on the stressful interview and the immediate aftermath.  It came it at 255 words and is scheduled for 12/21.

* I4 - Canon: Avengers Academy  - will probably do Stuffed Marvels sketches of Tony and Winter, as I know very little about the game/canon.   It’s on my Bingo Attack plan list, but at the bottom, so don’t hold your breath.

* N3 - FREE - Filling this with An Act of Kindness,  a fluffy meet-cute with Tony & Morgan needing a bit of help from the handsome stranger standing in line at the coffee shop.  It’s coming in at 462 words and is scheduled for 12/19. 

* N5 - “Wanna make a bet?”  Used this in combination with the Day 18  Fictober (“I don’t think this is your problem.”)  and Flufftober  (Soulmate AU) prompts for  Marked-Up Soulmarks  - a soulmate AU where Tony discovers he and Steve have something (and someone) in common. I may expand on this before posting it to Ao3 and/or claiming it as an official fill. Currently coming in at 418 words.

* G4 - Pepper Potts -  continue  Open Up Your Heart (And Let the Truth Come Out) - Tony POV?  This is on my Bingo Attack plan list, but at the bottom, so don’t hold your breath. 

* O1 - Royalty - crossover with TSB - IronWidow  &  BBB   AU: Arranged Marriage -  pick Lady Natasha’s Consort and Lord Steve’s Companion  back up - the current chapter is sitting at 595 words and would need to be 800 min to fill all 3 squares.   It may not make this bingo’s deadline, but possibly BBB?    

* O5 - AU: Biker  - Grease 2  fusion  anyone?  😁  I watched the movie a month or so ago and took notes -  It’s not gonna be a faithful adaptation, but hopefully fun - had another mini-brainstorm on this  that led to last Friday’s  No Ordinary Boy ficlet, but that didn’t go far enough into the  story to count toward this square.   Will post this ficlet on 12/26 with the faint hope of getting more done before the deadline, but it’s  not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so don’t hold your breath.!

Hero Hardships Bingo  [HHB]  (Runs thru 31 Dec)

Not really expecting to get anything more done on this card, unfortunately.  😔

* O3 - Dating a civilian -  this would fit perfectly with another chapter of Takin’ What They’re Givin’ (‘Cause I’m Workin’ for a Livin’) , for which I currently have a basic plot point or two rolling around in my head.   I do have about 1000 words on what would be the next chapter of TWTG, so… maybe I’ll whip it into shape and toss it out there? :: shrug::

Bucky Barnes Bingo - Round 4 [BBB_R4] (Runs thru 7 Jan 2023)

Fourteen fills,  four WIPs  & ideas for everything except one square  - Working on a Column B bingo to start.

* B3 - Sam Wilson|Falcon - started a continuation of After One Or Two False Starts   this morning - switching to Bucky POV - currently sitting at 241 words.  Will probably keep it on the short side since am pressed for time - targeting 1/6 to post it. 

* U2 - AU: Roommate  - Still wanting to use the Meet Ugly prompt: 02. I bought a house three months ago but I’m finally moving in and discover you’ve been squatting because you’re homeless    – probably WinterHawk with  recovering!Bucky being the squatter in Clint’s apartment building.  However, this is not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so don’t hold your breath.

* U4 - AU: Arranged Marriage - will probably pick Lady Natasha’s Consort and Lord Steve’s Companion  back up for this one.  See SBB Royalty for details.

* U5 - Kill List -  see MWAP  - G4 - Canon Divergence.  Post CA:TWS above

* C2 - “Oh, hell no” -see MWAP I1 - Steve is here for TFaWS

*C3 - Free - this is still up for grabs - I will probably combine with one of the following SBB squares:  I4 - Canon: Avengers Academy,   G4 - Pepper Potts  or  O5 - AU: Biker

* C4 - KINK: Aftercare -  see MWAP O2 - Sex Pollen

*C5 - “This might as well happen” -  Used this for the Sept BBB Round Robin  (crackfic - Emperor’s New Groove inspired)  wrote 276 words toward it.  Need to get a mod ruling on whether I get to count it or not sometime soon so I have time to try to re-fill it if needed.  

* K1 - Thighs - I have a couple ideas for this…  Sam +Steve+Bucky shenanigans (platonic or romantic - not sure)  Possibly crossover with MWAPB Online Shopping if I can get it done/meet the word minimum (650 for both)

* K3 - KINK: Edging  - working on Hanging By A Moment -   (Bucky POV with toy play and Tony as a power bottom)  crossing over  with  TSB   K3 - KINK: Orgasm Denial/Edging  - - currently 390 words (550 minimum needed)  It’s all plotted out in my head  - I just need to find the time & motivation to finish.

* Y2 - Never the fall that kills you -  this might be the title for a reverse hanahaki WinterIron prompt from @lacrimula-falsa ….   but is not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so don’t hold your breath.

* Y4 - KINK: Seduction Mission - crossover with SBB - B1 - “I wouldn’t mind wasting my time on you.”   Not on my Bingo Attack plan list, so probably won’t get done.

Steve Rogers Bingo - Round 2  (SRB_R2) - Ends 31 Jan

Fourteen fills posted with 1 bingo (Row 3)   & 2 WIPs at the moment   – aiming for 2 or 3 more bingos --  happily accepting plot bunnies! 

* A1 - Never Have I Ever -  see   MWAPB  FREE above.  

* A4 - Touch Attention/Denial  - I have an idea for this that will also fill (heh) my Stucky Bingo  KINK - Double Penetration square.

* B2 - Mile High Club -  This will be the second chapter of Never Have I Ever (But I Want To With You), picking up with Tony’s POV after the events of Chapter One. Rolling some things around in my head, but other projects are taking priority.   Possibly combine with TSB  Tony’s Poor Life Choices ?

* C4 - Groot - crossover with  MWAPB Sex Pollen - see above.

* E2 - Comics Nomad Steve  - SWC sketch of Nomad!Steve

* E4 - Mental Bondage - crossover with TSB KINK: Concubine -  Potential Title My Voice The Chain that Binds You

Tony Stark Bingo - Round 6  (TSB_R6)  [Ends 28 Feb]

Fifteen fills and three WIPs at the moment -    with  Vague Ideas for almost every other square.  

* T1 - One Night Stand - see AvB - B4 - Age Gap

* T2 - Doing Groceries - crossover with MWAP B3 - Farmer’s Market  - if I can bang out a  drabble/moodboard in time, otherwise will find something else to do with this.

* T3 - Pepper Potts/Rescue -  some sort of remix of/inspired by sabrecmc’s  Indecent Proposal  from Pepper’s POV.  At this point, I think I need to re-read the fic & take notes …  

* T4 - KINK: Concubine - see   SRB  E4 - Mental Bondage?  

*A5 - Scott Lang  - 27dragons shared an interesting plot bunny during the Sept TSB Discord party that I may end up using; that or a follow up to A Piece of the Action

* R1 - Tony’s Poor Life Choices - see SRB Mile High Club above.  

* R2 - IronWidow -  next chapter of Lady Natasha’s Consort and Lord Steve’s Companion ?  see  SBB Royalty above

* R4 - Occupational Hazard -  posted  I Make Toys (But I’ve Got Aspirations) this morning - it’s a  ficlet where Tony & Steve are Santa’s elves  who hatch a plan to help kids who need something more than toys for Christmas and came in at 351 words.

* K2 - Secret Admirer -  carried this over from last round so I could try my hand a remix of Seeds of Love  (WinterIron hanahaki fic by the super-talented @hddnone).  Potential title:  Wraps Around My Heart, Refusing to Unwind

* K3 - KINK: Orgasm Denial/Edging -  see BBB KINK: Edging 

Stucky Bingo Round Four [SB_R4] (Ends 31 May 2023

Seven fills and one WIPs with a couple of other vague ideas.

* B1 - Mutual Pining - possible crossover with MWAPB - Friends to Lovers

* B4 - Artist/Muse - posted  A Work of Heart to Tumblr  on 10/29.  It came in at  at 650 words and filled Day 29 of   Fictober (”You love this, don’t you?”) , Flufftober (Leaves) and Whumptober (”Better me than you.”)  Coming to Ao3 on 12/28

* B5 - KINK: Double Penetration - see SRB   Touch Attention/Denial  above.

* O4 - AU: Supernatural - got inspired by a dream to start a Stucky fantasy AU (magician!Steve/ensorcelled!Bucky) that @bill-longbow  is collaborating on with me.  This was supposed to fill my Man with a Plan Bingo Soulmates square, but I ran out of time on that bingo.   We’re currently sitting at 1640 words  (984-ish of which are mine).   Will probably continue on this sometime in January.   Current Last Line:  "My men will accompany you back to Brookline in the morning.”

I also adopted the Writing Format: Remix one of your fics  square  – am thinking of taking one of my Stony or WinterIron  No Powers fics and adapting it to a Stucky pairing – if you have any requests - hit me up!  

WinterIron - No Powers AU  –  Stony No Powers AU

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On other creative fronts:  I have a Sventoonie figure in progress -  still working on the figures for my three Marvel Trumps Hate  auction winners (3 of 7 done so far) – thanks so much for your generous support!!  Finally, I am prepping for a superhero con in March - so am pretty well booked up through at least the end of the year.

That said, if you’re looking for one of a kind gifts for birthdays or other celebrations in 2023, check  out Stuffed With Character   over on Facebook for a full list of my designs (now over 80!).   They’re  mostly Marvel and monsters, but I have some Star Wars, Star Trek, DC   and Disney figures as well. Plus I love to take custom design  requests  for any fandom!

#writing stuff #WIP Wednesday #WIP Update #Shameless Self Promo

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Day 18 on the Road to Christmas

Modern!Ragnarssons x Reader

Word Count: 319

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“Can you all please shut up. I’m trying to concentrate.”

Ubbe sighs as his words weren't successful and his brothers and you keep talking.

It was nearly dark outside, you had started the day relaxed with a big breakfast and shopping for the Christmas dinner at noon. The Christmas tree has been bought after it in the nearby woods outside the city.

It wasn’t easy to buy the food with all, but placing the tree in the living room and decorating it was a far more difficult matter.

“Ubbe. It’s not a big deal, you think too much about it. Look it’s straight, we can start with the tree lights.”

You put one hand on his shoulder as he sighs again, watching his brothers joking around with some garlands.

“He Ivar. You think you’ll be the one to place the tree topper?”

Hvitserk laughed at the darkening face of Ivar and for a short moment you and Ubbe shared a look.

“None of us will do it. It’s y/n’s part this year.”

The calm voice of the eldest brother got lost in the protests of his siblings.

“It’s really not necessary Ubbe. If-“

“No you do it. Come I’ll help you.”

Ignoring Hvitserk and Ivar, Ubbe handed you the golden star.

“You trust me?”

“Most of the time. Why?”

Before he answered you started screaming, Ubbe had lifted you up until you sat on his shoulders.

The room was silent now, surprised you took a look at the other Ragnarssons who watched you now.

Blushing because of this attention you lean a bit forward and placed, with shaky hands, the star on top of the tree.

“Looking good.”

You heard Ubbe’s voice.

“Now you’re a proper member of the family. Welcome.”

Even though everyone laughed at the words of Hvitserk you felt flattered and the feeling inside of you grows that this would be the best Christmas ever.

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𝑂𝐵𝑋𝐽𝐽 - 𝐵𝑈𝐶𝐾𝑌 𝐵𝐴𝑅𝑁𝐸𝑆 𝑅𝐸𝐶 𝐿𝐼𝑆𝑇

SIDE ONE | SIDE TWO

This is side one of my new Bucky Barnes Recommendation List. Again, I just want to say a huge thank you to the writers on here and how you guys have got me and so many other people through these tough times we have faced the past years. You’re writing has impacted me so much as it got me through last year especially, I’m so thankful I found this fandom a year ago! This list is here to showcase your amazing work and my favourites.

This includes my personal favourite drabbles, one-shots and finished or ongoing series. This mostly includes; Avenger Bucky, TFATWS Bucky and Bucky x reader. (Find my Biker Bucky list here and my AU Bucky list here)

Last Updated (I always add new recs on here every so often): 2nd march 2022

𖤣 @avecra / masterlist

safety net

After he's plagued with an all too realistic nightmare, Bucky seeks out your comfort. bucky barnes x reader

preservation

Stranded in the middle of a dark road in Riga was not the way the day was supposed to go. Not with Sam and Zemo arguing about where to go for the night. And especially not with you bleeding in Bucky's arms. bucky barnes x reader

misfire

When the end of a mission turns south , Bucky's number one objective is to keep you safe. Though that becomes a challenge when you're miles away from the compound, and stuck in the middle of a storm. bucky barnes x reader

christmas blues

It's the holidays, and you're determined to get Bucky in the spirit. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @aphrogeneias / Masterlist

two slow dancers 18+

kisses exchanged as they move around, hitting the edges of tables or nearly tripping over things on the floor before making it to the sofa, or bed. tfatws!bucky barnes x fem!reader

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𖤣 @awhitewolfandhisvibraniumshield

drunk bucky 18+

alcohol, and I mean asgardian alcohol, bucky being a dork and y/n being madly in love and teasing the life out of him. Also sam! Plus some touching and groping and mentions of smutty times! Avenger Bucky x reader

movie night 18+

you and Bucky are left alone for a few minutes while Sam and Steve go to the store to buy drinks. Of course you can't keep your hands off each other. bucky barnes x reader

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𖤣 @achillieus

remembrance

sometimes bucky thinks he's nothing but a lost soul. if only he could see what you see. bucky barnes x reader

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𖤣 @acdeaky

(felt in your arms) holding me

undercover mission with bucky has you asking questions Avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @ambrosiase / masterlist

reparations 18+

after being cheated on by steve, his best friend shows up at your apartment to make good on his behalf. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @badassbuchanan

risky business 18+

Bucky’s needy after a stressful mission day and Y/N is right there next to him. The only problem is, they’re not alone. Avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @bucky-bucky-bucky-bucky

body art 18+

sex and sin all wrapped up in tattoos. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @buckybarnesdiaries

touch

you gave Bucky something to deal with his nightmares that he wasn't expecting. avenger bucky x reader

good morning

after a mission in Europe, you come back to the Avengers Compound, being received by a lovely surprise. bucky barnes x single mom!reader

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𖤣 @bitsandbobsandstuff / masterlist

pool ball and underpants

Bucky offers to teach you how to play pool, but he ends up in a slightly awkward predicament. bucky x reader

another kinky wager 18+

As he previously promised, Bucky helps you work out all those irritating little kinks in your pool game. bucky x reader

black lace and property damage 18+

With your messy work hours, Bucky’s consistently inconsistent mission schedule, and those basic life tasks you’re both ignoring (when was the last time he actually bought a new toothbrush?), the simple act of just being together has been shunted to the side. Bucky’s officially starting to panic. husband bucky x wife reader

the (not naked) pin-up calendar

When you ask for a favor, Bucky (very) grudgingly agrees. What can you do to thank him? Return the favor, of course. avenger bucky x reader

the midnight coconuts

Bucky and his girl take a trip to the grocery store. Several things are involved, including coconuts, a 25cent gum-ball machine, Avengers branded Jell-O, chocolate milk straight from the jug, and tampons. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @bloomingbucky

listen to me, just not my words 18+

the idea of a date. words gets mixed. feelings get confused. friends that want more & "i love you's" avenger!bestfriend!bucky x female avenger!reader

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𖤣 @baroquebucky

don't

in which bucky quickly learns that communication is key for a good relationship. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @buckysbabygorl

blunt

Bucky’s flirting with Y/N seems to be going nowhere; but today he’s going for the win. Bucky Barnes x Reader

scars

Y/N has a secret, which unfortunately gets revealed to the person she hates the most. Bucky Barnes x reader

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𖤣 @buckycuddlebuddy / masterlist

appointments 18+

bucky barnes, finally being able to live freely in 21st century, accidentally gets a fuck buddy and starts to rediscover himself. the only weird thing about this situation is that you have to make an appointment to get railed by him tfatws!bucky barnes x reader

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𖤣 @buckys-darling

a bite of my heart 18+

Make-up sex can be very effective Avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @bucksfucks / Masterlist

fuck me like you hate me 18+

bucky has a theory he’d really love to test out with you. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @babycap / masterlist

bulova

In the five years between the two snaps that changed it all, life had moved on, as life is want to do. In the aftermath of that final battle, you discover that time waited for no one (least of all you), and those you loved marched forward into it without you. Sam suggests you volunteer at the local retirement community to keep you busy, keep your mind from lingering on what—and who—you lost. In giving back, you find that time can be just as generous as it is cruel. A non-canon compliant, friends-to-lovers fic. bucky x reader

no other shade of blue

What’s blue and self-deprecating and pushes everyone away? Bucky Barnes. It’s been weeks since you’ve seen him, and now—bruised and bloody and blue-as-ever—there’s much to talk about in the aftermath of Riga (and your short-lived relationship). Tfatsw bucky x reader

with the snap of a finger 18+

Bucky Barnes is a selfish, reclusive asshole who never answers the phone. When John Walker takes up the shield, he emerges from his Brooklyn apartment in a fit of rage that drives the only two people left to care about him in this post-Snap world over the edge. It all comes to a head on trip to Germany. Tfatws bucky x reader

homecoming 18+

“Of course, Bucky’d been a soldier twice over—in service of country and in service of something else. Drafted once and brainwashed another. But he supposed death looked the same no matter the reason you were pulling the trigger. It always looked the same—felt the same—in his nightmares.” bucky x reader

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𖤣 @carolmaximoffs

crisp trepidation 18+

spreading you open is the only way of knowing you. avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @chloelucia13

just a little bit 18+

After a particular mission brings forward the issues between yours and Bucky’s relationship, it’s decided that a bonding exercise is the best way to close the rift. There’s only two rules: no murdering each other, and you can’t say “no.” avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @captainsimagines

a little help 18+

Bucky’s been having difficulties in a certain... department. He’s at a loss, completely ready to give up until he starts theorizing. If you have the ability to heal people, maybe you can help him out. Maybe you’ll be able to fix him. avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @cjsinkythoughts

his only contact

bucky ends up in jail and your his only contact tfatws bucky x reader

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𖤣 @cunaeparker

drunk off you 18+

asgardian liquor comes in clutch, sam’s a cockblock, and tony’s parties have a tendency to get spicy. avenger best friend bucky x reader

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𖤣 @cryptke

capable

bucky and reader getting into a fight stemming from her going on a mission he's too protective to think she can handle. she goes through with it against his wishes, gets hurt, and the fallout ensues. avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @cevans-is-classic

first aid

“Take off your shirt” “Ask me out for dinner first and maybe later you’ll see the goods” bucky x reader

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𖤣 @certifiedskywalker

trouble doubled

Even after everything, you’re still the person who Bucky Barnes runs to when things go bad. Only now, he brings Sam who fails to hide his grin when he sees how James melts under your touch. tfatws bucky x reader

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𖤣 @cupidsbarnes

be still my foolish heart (don’t ruin this on me)

bucky barnes doesn’t have very many people left in his life who care, but he has you... or; five times you and bucky show your love & the one time you finally say it. (bucky x fem!reader)

all this devotion is rushing out of me

Bucky Barnes is beautiful. No ifs, ands or buts. But there was something exceptionally beautiful about him that you were desperate to see. or; bucky barnes blushing is reader’s kryptonite and all she wants is to see it. tfatws bucky x reader

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𖤣 @delicatelyherdreams

the seven steps to sleep

There are seven steps you need to complete before Bucky can sleep soundly with you. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @drunken-imagines

the mission

a hard mission leaves bucky and you warn out and stuck in one hotel room. avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @divine-mistake

bitter fruit 18+

“The mission was already a success!” you say and you can feel tears burning the back of your eyes. You will yourself to blink them back. “You had the files, the base was set to detonate, I don’t understand why you didn’t just stay on the fucking jet.” avenger bucky x reader

its just a curve upon the lips (a kiss)

“Did it really look like I needed your help?” “Yes. Horribly.” TFATWS!Bucky Barnes/(f)Reader

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𖤣 @forever-rogue / masterlist

strawberries, lingerie 18+

a cute pink matching set and a few photos sent could lead to something, but that was your plan all along Bucky x reader

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𖤣 @gogolucky13

medicine 18+

Bucky needs you like medicine. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @h2obased

amendments 18+

It feels like everyone has a thing for Bucky's girl, so he comes up with a rule. It's fairly straightforward, although he keeps on adding exceptions, and of course things get out of hand. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @heavenlybarnes / masterlist

soap in your eyes

you've been trying, you really have. but on the days it gets too much, bucky barnes is there to help you. even if said help is just getting you in the shower and washing the soap out of your eyes. bucky barnes x reader

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𖤣 @heli0s-writes

take you there 18+

Sam plays a game called Fuck or Die. It's like he willed it into existence as you and Bucky explore the basement of an old Hydra lair. avenger bucky x reader

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𖤣 @likeahorribledream

one simple touch

Bucky is trying to get used to being around other people again and turns to you for comfort, one simple touch is all it takes to make him feel at peace with himself. Beefy!Bucky x Reader

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𖤣 @loving-bucky-is-easier / masterlist

straight through the heart 18+

Before you could answer him, offer any explanation for your presence in his bathroom, the reflection of his eyes dropped to the reflection of your chest. Or rather, it dropped to the reflection of crimson spreading across your bra, coating your fingers, beginning to trace down your stomach like dripping candle wax. avenger bucky x reader

we can fight the rain 18+

Bucky found it easier not to think much about what came next. Too many sins to atone, he thought. Not your fault, she promised. But still his hands, he argued.She’d tell him that didn’t matter, and someday if he believed her, he thought he might imagine heaven to be something like this. Bucky Barnes x Fem!Reader

in the right hands 18+

Bucky couldn’t tear his eyes from her lips, from the frost melting into teardrops on her eyelashes, from her slack face that seemed like the life was being drawn straight out of it with every wavering breath.Blue lips were supposed to go with twinkling eyes and sticky fingers and half a headache from being in the sun too long. Bucky Barnes x Fem!Avenger!Reader

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𖤣 @ladyfallonavenger

cinnamon promises 18+

Bucky tries something he talked about long ago, it leads to a realisation and a step towards healing. bucky x reader

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𖤣 @luxeavenger

we can't go to hell if we are already there 18+

Bucky and the reader offer each other comfort when PTSD and nightmares make it impossible to sleep. Bucky Barnes x female!super soldier!reader

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Deception ❀

In order to save your father from an unnecessary fight, you force yourself into an arranged marriage with Brock Rumlow. But when he threatens your father over a small mistake on your part, you find yourself in front of your husband’s biggest rival and your old friend, Bucky Barnes. With the shared history between the two of you, Bucky finds himself drawn to you once again, and will risk everything he has just to keep you safe.         

A Change In Duty (On Hiatus)

In the Northern Lands is where you meet Natasha’s fiance, King Steven and right hand man Captain James Barnes, who takes an affinity to you quickly, though you are hesitant to trust him. But when a familiar darkness begins to loom over the kingdom, you won’t hesitate to uphold the duty to your royals to protect them. And Captain Barnes will do anything to ensure the safety of the Queen’s Lady.

↛ One Shots

Devotion ❀

When a mission with Sam goes wrong, and you're left bruised and battered, Bucky is there to piece you back together.

Under The Weather

When you start to feel slightly under the weather, you push it aside as just allergies. But when 'allergies' turn into something like the flu, Natasha urges you to rest, despite your complaints. Luckily Bucky is there to take care of you.

Misfire

When the end of a mission turns south , Bucky's number one objective is to keep you safe. Though that becomes a challenge when you're miles away from the compound, and stuck in the middle of a storm.

The Knight and the Queen's Lady ✿ ❀

Being the Queen's lady to your best friend had its advantages. For instance, she always made sure you were always accompanied by Captain James Barnes, the knight who had seemed to meddle his way into your life. Over time, the wall you seemed to have built around yourself starts to crumble, as you begin realize your true feelings for the knight. knight!bucky

Worth This Love ❀

After a former knight is a bit too comfortable and flirtatious with you, Bucky makes it so that his former comrade knows that the Queen's Lady is spoken for. Sequel to The Knight and the Queen's Lady

Preservation ✿

Stranded in the middle of a dark road in Riga was not the way the day was supposed to go. Not with Sam and Zemo arguing about where to go for the night. And especially not with you bleeding in Bucky's arms.

Safety Net ❀

After he's plagued with an all too realistic nightmare, Bucky seeks out your comfort.

Christmas Blues

It's the holidays, and you're determined to get Bucky in the spirit.

Through It All ✿ ❀

When the aftermath of a brutal mission takes your lightened spirit away from you, you feel yourself cave into the dark. Fortunately Bucky is there to bring you back into the light, no matter how hard you push him away.

Not My Babe ❁

After a nasty break up to a nearly two year relationship, you find yourself dragged to a bar by your best friend, though a familiar blue-eyed biker makes the best of your crappy situation. biker!bucky

You'll Never Be Alone ❀

Bucky finally takes you on the date you deserve. Sequel to Not My Babe

Dosed

When you are laced with a deadly pathogen, the team finds themselves working endlessly to find a cure. Only it might not be enough.

↛ Drabbles

Little Dream of Me

Her ❁

Home With You

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Everthorne Farms - Part 2 by Court81981

So I appreciate the response this little pumpkin patch/Scare Farm drabble got at Halloween, and while I didn't plan anything beyond that, listening to Taylor Swift's Christmas Tree Farm invited this little Part 2 to unfold in my head. It's edited hastily but I hope you enjoy. Thank you for all the continued support. There are more updates coming in the New Year, and yes, I hope 2022 is the year that sees CMP complete.  And El, thanks for putting up with me! Love you. to pieces. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all! XOXO Court

“Can you believe it’s snowing?” Prim dances past me and peers out the tiny window of the shed. “It’s never snowed on opening morning!”

“It’s just a few flurries, Little Duck. Nothing to get too excited about,” I reply as I check the hot chocolate and cider urns and make sure the extra package of cups is nearby. “This is all just about ready. You’ll be okay in here?”

Prim rolls her eyes at me. “None of the early arrivals ever even come inside. I think I’ll be fine.” I cross the shed and come to stand next to my sister, glancing out the window. I can see headlights near the start of the driveway, even thought we don’t officially open for another hour. I look across the lot to where Gale and some of our seasonal workers—mostly guys who go Panem High with Prim and me—are hauling the dollies and saws out of the garage.

The four weeks between Halloween and Thanksgiving are quiet at Everthorne Farms; the whole winter is, for the most part. But for a few weekends in late November and early December, we operate our Christmas tree farm, and Saturdays and Sundays are busy from open to close. The very first day people can come to tag and/or cut is the busiest, and that would be this morning.

The shed handle turns and Prim and I both jump back, a blast of icy air hitting us as our uncle Haymitch steps inside. A couple of snowflakes cling to the ends of his graying dirty blond hair.

“You girls ready to work?” He gives us his trademark smile, which is really more of a half scowl half smirk, and doesn’t wait for an answer before he thrusts a stack of tree tags at me. “Might as well start. There’s a decent line out there already. We’ll give it another 20 minutes, but once it reaches the main road I’m gonna let people in. Okay?”

“Okay,” I agree. I bump Prim’s hip and we exchange a smile. I grab my wool beanie and jam it down over my ears before taking the tree tags from Haymitch.

As I step outside the little shed, I pause to revel in the moment. The faint dusting of snow definitely adds to the mood. Prim is right; I can’t remember a time when we had any kind of snowfall on our first day. It’s not something we’d usually root for. A lot of snow would make most of the tasks related to cutting down trees more challenging, not to mention what it does to the roads our visitors need to travel on. But this gentle tumble of flakes won’t hurt anyone, and it’s so, so pretty.

“What does that guy think he’s doing?”

I nearly jump at the sound of Gale’s voice and I shake myself out of my reverie to turn to him. I hadn’t even heard him come up beside me. Our years of hunting have made us both fairly stealthy.

“What guy?” I ask. Gale jerks his chin in the direction of the road, where I see a vehicle coming up the other side of the driveway, completely ignoring the line. We have signs at the bottom of the driveway, since we use the right side to manage traffic flow as customers leave with their trees. Obviously, that’s not a concern at this hour, but it’s pretty audacious of someone to think they can bypass the line.

But as the vehicle nears, I realize I recognize it and my pulse quickens. I chide myself for the reaction, but my heart also seems to think it needs to join in, and it decides to rouse butterflies in my stomach.

Since Homecoming Night, when Peeta Mellark surprised me at the scare farm and asked me to dance with him under the stars, we’ve been spending a lot more time together, though hardly any of it has been outside of school. Just as my busy schedule calmed a bit, his exploded, between the start of the wrestling season and his hours at Mellarks’ Bakery. (It turns out I’m not the only one who has to toil at a family business, and Peeta explained to me that other than wedding season, the holidays are just plain crazy at the bakery.) Our relationship, if that is what you can call it, consists mostly of him waiting for me at my locker in the mornings and eating lunch together. We’ve had one date, to the movies. I’d be lying to myself if I said I wasn’t anxiously waiting for a second date. Or a kiss. So far, Peeta has been a perfect gentleman around me. It was only last week that he started knitting our fingers together when he walks me to my first period class.

“I think that’s Peeta’s Jeep,” I say. Gale’s face contorts in less-than-concealed disdain.

“So. What the fuck does he think he’s doing?” Gale repeats. I ignore him and start towards the Jeep. It comes to a stop and I can now clearly see that it is indeed Peeta behind the wheel. He hops out of the vehicle but leaves it idling.

“What are you doing here?” I ask and hope he doesn’t think it sounds accusatory. To be safe, I smile at him. (If things between us had progressed more maybe I could have greeted him with a kiss. Or maybe not, with half my family watching.)

He grins at me, though it’s laced with shyness, and then immediately moves for the rear driver’s door of his Jeep. A moment later, he approaches me, his arms laden with an enormous tray of cookies.

“I know it’s your opening day, so I thought maybe you’d like these. You told me about the hot chocolate and cider you put out for customers, but you didn’t mention any food.” He nods towards his Jeep. “There’re three more of these and a few trays of muffins.”

“You made these? For us? Peeta!” I exclaim, marveling at the rows of snowmen and snowflake cookies. “These look too pretty to eat.”

“It wasn’t any trouble,” he says. “We already make hundreds of these for the bakery, so what was a couple dozen more.”

I shake my head, incredulous at his gesture. “Your parents were okay with you giving your inventory away?”

His grin morphs, turning a bit sheepish. “My dad said what my mom doesn’t know won’t kill our bottom line.” I grit my teeth and hope Peeta’s right. His mother is not someone I’d want to see angry. I’ve never gotten more than an icy glare from her when I’ve delivered fruit or pumpkins to Mellarks.

“You wanna show me where to put this one and then I’ll bring in all the others?” he asks.

“Oh! Yeah. I can grab one too.” I start towards his Jeep.

“It’s okay. I’ll get them. I know you’re busy. That’s quite a line already.”

“Opening Day is always like this. Everyone wants to be first into the fields, as if the absolute perfect tree won’t be there any later.” I wave an arm towards the acres and acres of trees. “Because as you can see, the selection sucks,” I joke.

“Yeah, it’s probably safe to say you won’t run out,” he replies.

“Well, we could,” I counter. “We only sell from a few designated areas each year, and yeah, we do have a set number that can go. It’s generous, but we have had years where we’ve sold out.”

I lead Peeta up to the little shed that serves as our headquarters for the tree farm, where most people pay for their trees (though many of our repeat customers just hand their cash right to Haymitch) and we offer the aforementioned hot cocoa and cider. There are also some ornaments and wreaths for sale. I glance over towards my uncle and instead find Gale’s arctic stare aimed at Peeta. I challenge him with my own frosty glower and he turns to mumble something to his brother Rory.

“Haymitch!” I call. “Peeta’s brought us cookies and muffins to put out with the cocoa and cider. There are more trays in his car if anyone wants to help.”

Haymitch nods and orders a few of our newer seasonal helpers—two guys who I think are sophomores but whose names I have yet to learn and Gale’s youngest brother Vick—to get the remaining trays from Peeta’s Jeep. I hold the shed door for Peeta and we trundle inside.

“Ohmygosh! What is this?” Prim jumps off the stool behind the register and comes over to peer at the tray.

“Hi, Primrose,” Peeta greets her. Prim’s face splits into a huge grin.

“You can call me Prim. Everyone does. Are those for us?” Prim gapes at the gorgeous cookies.

Peeta nods. “For your customers, actually, but you can definitely sneak one or two for yourself.” He winks at her, and I can see my little sister practically melting at his feet.

I motion to the table where the cocoa and cider are. “Let’s put them down over there.”

Once Peeta turns and walks across the shed, Prim arches her blonde brows at me and wiggles them suggestively. I shoot her a look of playful admonishment and move to help Peeta get the cookies set out. Vick and the other guys cart in the remaining trays and Prim and I help Peeta arrange the muffins alongside the cookies. We leave most of the trays covered, since Prim says she can manage replenishing the treats as they dwindle.

“This was so nice of you, Peeta!” she gushes. Her gaze flits from muffin to muffin until it lands on one. “Are these all different?”

Peeta glances over at me, and he rubs at the back of his neck. “Ah, yeah. Well, sort of. There’s some cranberry, spiced rum, and gingerbread. Those are our holiday flavors, so I figured they were best to bring.”

“You really went through a lot of extra work for us,” I say. Peeta’s cheeks, already pink from the cold, flush darker.

“It’s no trouble at all. Not for you, Katniss.”

And now my cheeks are probably fast on their way to matching his. I respond with a smile as I try to get the butterflies flapping around in my stomach under control.

Prim plucks a muffin from the tray and peels back the wrapper. Her eyes close as she raises the muffin to her mouth inhales deeply before biting into it.

“So good,” she moans after she swallows her first bite. She opens her eyes and thrusts the muffin at me. “Try it, Katniss. It’s soooooo good.”

I can’t very say no, not given how kind Peeta’s gesture is, so I accept the proffered muffin and take a small bite, aware of Peeta’s expectant gaze on me. His eyes drop to my mouth as I chew and fight to contain my own moan. Good is an understatement. It’s delicious. Moist, and sweet but not overly so. Just the right traces of nutmeg and cinnamon and cloves to complement the ginger flavor.

“Peeta, this is amazing,” I praise, and the smile he rewards me with is so effusive that those damn butterflies start swarming again.

“Katniss!” Gale barks from the doorway. “Haymitch said he gave you the tree tags.”

“Ah, yeah, I’ve got them,” I reply, patting my coat pocket.

“Then start using them. The line’s reached the main road and we need to start surveying who’s tagging and who’s cutting.” He slams the shed door behind him. I aim daggers at where Gale just stood, annoyed by his bossier-than-usual-and-overtly-icy tone.

“I should let you get to work,” Peeta says quietly.

“Yeah,” I say. As we head towards the door, Prim calls out, “Watch out for the mistletoe!”

Peeta’s gaze wanders up to the rafters, where a cluster of mistletoe is suspended just above the shed door. He looks back to me, a nervous and slightly embarrassed smile lifting his lips. “After you,” he says, as he opens the door, careful to stand back out of the path of the mistletoe. My mouth twitches and I can only nod at him. Not that I want my first kiss to be out of some stupid holiday legend/obligation, or with my sister as witness, but there is a thread of disappointment that unspools in my gut and strangles those damn butterflies into submission.

“Wow, the line is long,” Peeta remarks as we trudge across the lot. “I don’t know if I can wait in that.”

“What do you mean?”

He looks over to his Jeep. “I mean…I brought my car and not the delivery van because…I, uh, convinced my parents to get a live tree this year and I didn’t know how easily it would tie to the roof of the van. But I guess I didn’t consider the line would be that long, and I am supposed to be at the bakery til noon. Working,” he adds. “I’m technically on the clock now.”

“You want a tree?” I ask, incredulous.

“Yeah. Is that ok?”

“Of course it’s ok! And forget about that,” I add, gesturing to the line. “You get executive privilege. You only brought us cookies and muffins and…” I trail off, unsure if I should actually utter what is edging closer and closer to the tip of my tongue.

“And what?” he prompts. A few snowflakes settle on those mile-long eyelashes of his, and he blinks them away.

“And so you get to be first,” I finish, unable to bring myself to say “and because you’re my boyfriend.” I flash him a smile and order him to stay put while I sprint across the lot to hand the tree tags to Darius.

“You know what to do, right?” I ask. Before Darius can respond, Gale glowers at me.

“What’s stopping you from doing it?” he says, his stony glare fixed on Peeta.

“I’m taking Peeta out to get his tree. It’s the least we can do so he can get back to work.”

Gale mutters an obscenity under his breath, but I ignore him and confirm Darius is okay with going from car to car to ask if they’re tagging or cutting. He assures me it’s fine and with a wicked grin tells me to go back to my boyfriend. Hearing that word spoken aloud invites a smile to my lips and a whirl low in my belly.

So why couldn’t I say it to Peeta?

Pushing away the thought, I grab a saw from the big shed and a dolly and drag it towards Peeta.

“Ready?” I ask him. He looks at the large saw and then his eyes meet mine.

“You’re going to cut it down for me?”

I narrow my eyes at him and lift my chin. “Are you questioning my ability to do my job?”

He shakes his head vigorously, snowflakes flying off his Panem High Wrestling beanie. “No, no! You’re just…you’re…”

“I’m what?” I arch a brow at him.

“Never mind. Forget I said anything.”

“I can’t get the trees onto the cars without help, but I can hold my own when it comes to sawing and loading. This helps.” I kick at the dolly. Peeta holds his hands up in supplication.

“Again, forget I said anything. I’d never doubt you, Katniss,” he says, emphasizing the latter part of his words as he stares deep into my eyes. I relax a little, exhaling. Peeta doesn’t have a mean bone in his body; I definitely overreacted. Typical me.

“C’mon. Lead the way.” He grins at me, and all the rest of the tension leaves my body. He’s so, so hot. Unfairly attractive, really.

I return his smile. “Okay.”

We start walking towards the front east field, our boots crunching on the frozen ground, the dolly bumping along behind me. Peeta slows his gait and glances behind us, then he looks off to his left.

“What?” I ask.

He motions towards one of the back fields. “Are you allowed to take from there?”

“Yeah. That one.” I point to the one farthest west on the property. “We didn’t cut from that section last year. But the trees are pretty big.”

“Our living room has a vaulted ceiling. I think I want a big tree. After all, this is the first live tree I’ve ever had.” His blue eyes shine with genuine excitement, and I can’t help but smile at his enthusiasm.

“Then we’ll go back there.” I change course and we cross the main field. Peeta chatters as we walk, talking about how busy he expects the bakery to be this weekend and how he’s not sure he’ll get his paper for AP English done by midnight tomorrow night, and why our AP Bio teacher thinks it’s okay to give a major test on a Monday. I stay quiet, letting him dominate the conversation. Peeta’s a natural conversationalist; I am not, but I join in his lament about the biology test.

“Maybe we, ah, could study together,” I suggest.

“Really?! I mean, yes, yeah, definitely!” He grins at me, and despite the frigid temperature, I feel warm everywhere.

We reach the edge of the section where the largest trees are. Since this is his first live tree, I figure I should help him out a little, so I caution him to check for branches that are already brown or are sparse of needles, because those will not last as long as fully green trees once they’ve been chopped down and stuck into a tree holder. His eyes sweep over the rows and rows of trees and his grin turns almost giddy.

“These all look good to me. I don’t even know where to start.”

“Well, you can take as much time as you want to look,” I say, even though I know he said he needs to get back to the bakery, “and when you find something you like, just let me know.” He knits his brows and blows out a breath. The white puff hangs in the air for a moment before dissipating. Then he cranes his neck, looking back towards the lot, which isn’t fully visible from where we are. He glances back to me, smiles, and starts meandering between and around the trees. I keep a few paces behind him, content to let him study each tree he approaches. The snow continues to fall, though even more lightly than earlier; just a smattering of flakes here and there.

Peeta is pretty far into the field when I hear him say, “This is perfect.”

I glance at the tree he’s standing beside and gape at him. “Are you serious? That tree is like twelve feet tall and—” I lose my words when Peeta steps towards me and gently takes the handle of the dolly from me. He lowers it to the ground.

“Put down the saw,” he says gruffly. The tone of his voice has me immediately complying. My stomach does a swan dive as his gloved hands cup my jaw. “It’s perfect for me to do this,” he whispers. His cold nose brushes my cheek as he descends on my mouth and his lips nestle against mine. Almost immediately, he draws back and gazes at me expectantly. His right palm gently caresses my cheek. When I smile at him, my lips tingle.

“I’ve been waiting to do that for…” One corner of his mouth quirks up. “Well, you probably don’t want to know how long I’ve thought about kissing you.”

“Well.” I draw a shaky breath to get my emotions under control. “If you had kissed me that night at the scare farm you could have been doing it a lot more.”

He stares at me, his blue eyes probing. “I guess I’ve been overthinking it. I just wanted it to be perfect, since…yeah, I’ve been thinking about it for years.”

“So that’s what you meant by perfect?” I exclaim and motion to the enormous tree behind us. “You don’t want this tree? Do you even want a tree?”

He laughs. “Yes. I mean, yes I want a tree, but yeah, no, not that one. My mother would kill me. But this tree is the right size to make sure we had privacy. If I wanted an audience for our first kiss I would have kissed you under that mistletoe.

“And with the snow falling and everything,” he continues. “Well…I hope it was perfect for you.” He gives me a smile I feel right beneath my navel.

“As far as first kisses go, it was perfect, yes,” I reply.

“First kiss…with me…or…” he winces and trails off, then rubs at his jaw with his free hand. “Sorry. That’s none of my business.”

“I don’t care,” I say. “First kiss ever.”  His blue eyes widen in shock, but I swear I see a tinge of pride flicker in them too.

“Really?” he asks, incredulous. “I’m…I’m your first kiss? I just assumed…” And again, he trails off.

“Assumed what?” I prompt.

He grimaces slightly. “You. Gale Hawthorne.”

“What!” I exclaim. “No. What. No. Gale and I are friends. Nothing more. I’ve never once thought about kissing Gale.”

Peeta presses his lips together, and he looks like he wants to say something, but he falls silent for a moment. “I’m really glad I could be your first kiss, then,” he says quietly.

“Me too.” I smile.

He leans down and his breath fans across my lips, a shock of warmth against the cold. “Can I be your second kiss too?”

In response, I loop my arms around his neck. “Yeah. And my third and my fourth…” I say, before I crush my mouth to his.

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 i write for Harry styles, Steve rogers, Ransom Drysdale, Andy Barber, and Bucky Barnes

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harry styles

❁; what are you waiting for *smut; it’s never good to lie

        ⤻ what are you waiting for; aftercare

❁; grandpa styles *fluff; instances where h’s inner grandpa jumps out

❁; my annoying girlfriend *fluff; annoying h, bc it’s what u do best

❁; a perfect mix *fluff; u and h admiring ur newborn

❁; who’s that? *fluff; ur kid thinks chris evans is her father?  ♡

           ⤻ that’s daddy! *fluff; another mix up? 10x more embarrassing 

           ⤻ that’s daddy alt ending *fluff

❁; you’re amazing, don*t worry *fluff/angst; first time going public...kind of

❁; just dance *fluff; h is the sorest loser

❁; vases *fluff; you and h go to bed 

❁; the cat burglar *fluff; your cat like Harry a little too much 

❁; the importance of i love you’s *fluff; you forget to say ily to H

❁; kissies *fluff; morning ‘kissies’ with your little family ♡

❁; what’s in a name *fluff; you must call him accordingly 

❁; lethologica *fluff/angst; pregnant yn & dad!h fluff while seeing how their fam lives w/ the fame (it’s good but descriptions sucks)

❁; always my valentine *fluffity fluff/slight angst; all these valentines you’ve spent together but these will always have a special place in both of your hearts.

❁; a styles snow day *fluff; u and h enjoy your daughter’s first snow day in Boston! 

      ⤻ a styles vacation to hawaii *fluff; the family of three take a fun trip to Hawaii, with mile bumps in the road. It’s ava ofc it’ll be crazy 

❁; i wasn’t supposed to know?! *drabble; harry finds out a secret he wasn’t supposed to know...on national television. 

❁; a night *fluff; a small after the show blurb 

❁; harry’s home *fluff; harry arrives home late, now he has to deal with the wrath of his 3 year old  ♡   

❁; terrible 2′s *fluff; You and Harry’s daughter goes through her terrible twos during Love on Tour.

❁; my love *fluff;  a blurb of ceo!harry taking care of his pregnant wife  ♡

chris evans

❁; a special hat *fluff; it’s Fathers Day, and you get Chris a special gift!  ♡

❁; the couch *fluff; you prank chris  ♡

❁; toot. *fluff; your three-year-old joins Chris in his workout!

andy barber

❁; poor excuse of a husband *smut; the one where Andy dominates, Ransom has no back-bone, and you get to enjoy it all

steve rogers

❁; mafia!gang!dad steve masterlist *fluff;  follow the life of y/n, Elysia, and Steve (a mafia/gang leader trying to be the best dad he can be!)  ♡

❁; captain stupid *angst/fluff; you find out Steve jumped out an airplane, parachuteless 

❁; my baby, my baby*fluff/angst; you ask Steve for one thing before the fight of Thanos (IW)

❁; pool day *smut/fluff;  the one where steve realizes he’s no longer in the 40′s with the bikini you have on  ♡

❁; christmas tree farm *fluff; steve and his family go to a xmas tree farm!

❁;  steve dating bookworm!reader *fluff  

❁; gorgeous *smut; frat!Steve drags you to a frat party, this is not how you wanted your night to go, but you end up getting your way as always  ♡

❁; hey mama *angst/fluff; steve never got the chance to say goodbye to his mother, never got the closure. He woke up out of the ice and was no longer a son. You get him a birthday gift for the comfort he never received.

ransom drysdale

❁; a father’s duty *fluff; ransom takes up the challenge to sew up ur daughters stuffy  ♡

❁; the first tooth *fluff; your daughter loses her first tooth, Ransom is a pain 

❁; poor excuse of a husband *smut; the one where Andy dominates, Ransom has no back-bone, and you get to enjoy it all

bucky barnes

❁; love me for me, it’s all i ask *angst;  Bucky meets your family, but your nerves clouds you judgment. 

❁; a faux pair *fluff; you and alpine do not get along

❁; emotions *angst/fluff; where bucky has problems coming intact w/ his emotions after sam gets hurt

❁; not ur groupie *angst/fluff/*lil smut; you've been hooking up w/ bucky for a while, you've tried cutting him out of your life too-- that doesn't work. It's time he knows you don't want to be that way anymore ♡

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Day Nineteen - Christmas dialogue prompt 29 "How many Christmas jumpers do you really need?" with Sherlock Holmes

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Sometimes you really didn’t like the narrow halls of 221b Baker Street. Considering the thickness of your winter coat and the bags in your hands, climbing the long flights of steps is considered to be a greater challenge than you were used to.

Your nose twinged at the fading smell of gunpowder and coffee, the discordant plucking of violin strings floating your way as you ascended the stairs. When you finally burst through the front door, John had been approaching his chair - the famous chair opposite Sherlock’s plush, leather one - holding a cup of coffee. Sherlock seemed to not notice your presence as you dropped the handfuls of bags in your arms onto the couch.

“Christmas shopping?” John asked before lifting the white mug to his lips.

“Hm?” You asked as you shrugged off your coat. “Oh, no, not really. The shop down the road was having a sale, thought I’d pop in and see what they had.”

The blond simply nodded, accepting the information without question and sitting in his chair, switching his mug for this morning’s paper. You hang your coat in its place on the rack by the door, when Sherlock’s plucking stopped. Without a word, he jumped from his chair and walked over to your bags, looking through each one with intense thoroughness.

With an accusatory squint, he turned his gaze from the bags to you to ask, “How many Christmas jumpers do you really need?”

“Wh-” you started, “what if some of them aren’t for me? What if I planned on giving a few to Molly, or Mrs. Hudson?”

John, who had grown curious, walked over and inspected the bag, chuckling as he did so. “Y/n, you bought the same sweater in every color the shop has!”

“No, I didn’t.” You swore, crossing your arms with a huff. “They didn’t have the ocean blue that was on the mannequin out front. Said I should wait until next week.” John tried his hardest to hide his laughter, while Sherlock looked… nearly amused.

“Look, that’s not the point,” you continued. “So, what, most of them are for me, but I do plan on giving a few away.” Pulling a lilac sweater from the nearest bag, you said, “This one would look wonderful on Molly.”

“No, not that one. Lilac doesn’t suit her,” Sherlock said, searching the bags before pulling out a deep purple. “Darker colors.”

You and Sherlock shared a conspicuous look, struggling to hide your smiles as the brunette dropped the sweater and promptly returned to his violin.

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