i’m about to start gatekeeping interacting with fic authors from a lot of y’all. u need to learn how to behave
“i need more” “pls continue this” “when are you posting the next bit” why don’t you try showing some proper appreciation for what’s already written before you go demanding more!!!
a lot of time and energy goes into each piece of writing and it is incredibly disappointing for the primary feedback to be “give me more!” if you’re trying to motivate authors to continue, this kind of response has the opposite effect.
you know what is motivating? specific praise.
let me break it down for you.
How To Leave A Comment Without (Unintentionally) Sounding Like A Pri- [GUNSHOT]
point out a few specific things you liked about the fic and why. how it made you feel.
highlight a line or two or three that stuck out to you.
if it’s an incomplete work, express excitement at seeing where they’re going — without a demand for more.
it’s quite simple, and it doesn’t even have to be a long thing. this can be done in a hundred words or less.
and yeah, it takes effort. takes a bit of time. but fandom is about mutual support. it’s about community.
fic authors are not celebrities who don’t even see your attempts to get their attention. there is a real person on the other side of that screen living a real life, and if you want to encourage them in their craft and properly motivate them to write, try treating them like a fucking human being.
authors put in hours to create content (that only ends up not being truly appreciated). i think you can spare a few minutes to leave a detailed, thoughtful comment in turn.
idk just a semi-friendly reminder that authors don’t owe you shit actually
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If lestappen teammates the only reason they lost is because max was too busy staring at charles' ass to focus on the game
Although my deeply unserious lestappagenda wants to agree with you 🤭… the realist in me knows they lost because outside of racing, Max and Charles are two of the most unathletic losers we’ve ever seen. I mean have you seen them try to play football, basketball, [insert any sport that is not F1]?! 😭🙈
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hullo tia!! i love lovr loveee your writing!! i was wondering, do you have some specific recs for harvey and sam fics? 🫶🫶
oh boy do i !! i love giving reccs and shouting out some of my favourite writers, so i hope you love these fics as much as i did 🫶
* = the fic features nsfw content; not suitable for those under 18.
harvey reccs:
echos and equilibrium* by @hotelraleigh
this series is honestly one of the best, the way raleigh writes slow burn and tension ?? i'm a blushing mess every time. the perfect balance of angst, comfort, and smut.
A Blunder, a Bluff, and a Bet with Fate* by @mossymountain
mossy is a phenomenal writer; this series is a masterclass in narrative tension, character development, and realism in a fantasy setting. cannot recommend this one enough aaa.
Torment by @nanamikeento
you already KNOW i adore this fic, but let me praise it some more !! the dialogue is so tender,, and the atmosphere gabi manages to craft in a fairly short story is just... astounding.
Harvey being your husband would include... by @jupiter-letters
i need this old man so bad y'all,, these headcanons are so spot-on, and so dreamy <3 jupiter managed to capture the vibes of a classic 90s romcom with this one and i am Swooning !!
sam reccs:
8:05 by @peeweekey
anytime key writes a sam fic it's perfection !! she's an incredible writer who has mastered writing fluff, and i honestly can't wait to read more !!
Drunken Nights* by @deepestnightcolor
in vino veritas, my beloved <33 theres no way i can review this fic while remaining sfw, so i implore you to just read and enjoy.
Drained (chapter one) by @coughedfeathers
i know it's strange to include just one chapter of a fic here, (the first chapter is sam-specific) but !!!!! i love some good comfort/fluff, and the author's writing is descriptive and warm-- cannot recommend his fics enough <3
Puppy!Sam* by @sashiavi
,,i hauve covid,,, everything risa writes makes me feral, but her puppy!sam fics destory me. he really is such a good boy !!
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Beware the Phoenix Squad-Room
(Wolfwren Fanfic, Canon-Divergence, Post-Peridea, Rated: M)
Part 1 of Phoenix Four & Commander Wren: Sabine is promptly punished for sneaking into Shin's bunk (again) when Phoenix Squadron gets put in quarantine. Keeping a pack of unruly, sickly phoenixes and a malfunctioning dark jedi in line was not what Sabine signed up for.
Read on Ao3
Sabine: Shin...you're doing that force-light thing again....you're meant to be resting.
Shin: ...you're not the boss of me...
(p.s. did I just draw fanart of my own fanfic? Um yeah 🤷♀️🤷♀️🤷♀️.)
(p.p.s. this was MEANT to be a light-hearted fic but then Ezra said to Sabine, "You can defend yourself without the force, but can SHE?", and. I hurt my own feelings guys.)
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Giving credit to original posters, creators, artists, photographers, and sources matters.
It matters to the person who put in the time and effort to create the content. Whether it's finding that photo and editing it to make it stand out. Or downloading that video, editing it, coloring it, turning it into a gif, adding subtitles, etc. Regardless of what you do (job/student), I'm sure you too would not like it if someone else takes credit for your work.
It matters to people who want to know context. Was it said by a fan, your favourite's bestie, a reputable journalist? Published by a tabloid or the New York Times? From last week or last year? Is it an original, or did someone get photoshopped in for a meme?
It matters to people who may want to explore more content of that particular publication, so they will continue to publish top-notch articles. Or give kudos to a budding artist for their outstanding art work, potentially encouraging them to create more. Or compliment that photographer on capturing their fave in just the right light.
It matters, because even though it may take you an extra minute or so to add on that name or link, it is the right thing to do.
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BRO. @ftl-faster-than-life this is beautiful. I love it so much.
I was literally nailing down the timeline for this au and I think it's pretty solid and then yOU HIT ME WITH THIS?! THIS IS SPECTACULAR. WHAT THE FUCK.
Oh my god their ears are so perfect. Wally's little baby ears are literally so cute. And the matching hats 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
I'm going insane I love this so much
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Zero-Context WIP Game
If you’re tagged, make a new post and share 1-2 (a few) sentences from your most recent unposted WIP(s) with zero context – Let your followers guess!
I'm throwing myself in here because my dash has been filled with beautiful little snippets all day, and gosh, it's been great. Shout out to @inquisimer for opening the floor.
And this is really the best zero context I've got going on
Fenris and Cal did not relax. They sat squeezed into opposite ends of the old bathtub, each with their knees tucked up to their chins, and stared at one another over the steaming water. Their toes were forced to meet in the middle.
“This is nice,” Cal said enthusiastically, hugging his shins closer. Fenris knew at once this whole idea had been a mistake; he’d long since learned Cal only called things nice when they were, in fact, horrendous.
tagging @samseabxrn and @blarrghe if you'd like!
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Tom's Top 20 Bands!
L-R: Every Avenue, The Academy Is..., The Downtown Fiction, Settle Your Scores, As It Is, Beartooth, Doll Skin, Yours Truly, New Found Glory, Billy Talent, Four Year Strong, State Champs, Seaway, A Day To Remember, Blink-182, As Sirens Fall, Stand Atlantic, Simple Plan, Good Charlotte
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