#writer appreciation

[hussyknee]

Shout-out to the brazen AO3 smut crankers posting the nastiest, most unholy filth I can only save in private bookmarks. Y'all's cojones are solid brass. The international sexual deviant community thanks you for your service

#the freak shall inherit the earth #ao3 #ao3 authors #ao3 writers #fanfic #fanfic appreciation #fanfiction appreciation #writer appreciation #proshipping #fandom positivity #sex positive #kink positive #knee of huss

[bobaheadshark]

when you find a fanfic writer whose work just sings to you… i would read anything you write…. i would wade into a tag no matter how deranged… i would travel to the ends of the earth for you if only to soothe your little oyster shell just so you would be comfortable enough to make another pearl whenever you felt like it … i would love you tenderly and support you as you carefully place every grain of sand onto your little castle, regardless of how long it takes, if only to enjoy your words just a little longer

#fanfiction #fanfic #writing #ao3 stuff #ao3 memes #ao3 #creative writing #on writing #writeblr #writer stuff #writing stuff #authors of tumblr #fanfiction stuff #writer appreciation #writer encouragement #bobah speaks

[breannasfluff]

Fanfiction Comments: Why Bother?

Genuine question: If ya’ll like a story, why not comment?

This question, born out of previous discussions and Discord chats, is one writers have been dealing with for a long time. Feedback/reblogs on art tends to be more common than on fics. Yet writers continue to beg for comments on stories. So what's stopping people?

Don't know what to say/an emoji/script feels too impersonal

Forgot to comment

Read everything and how do you pick out one part?

Rather give feedback personally

Feels like an expectation/I owe them

Send me a string of emojis? I love it. Send a single heart? I love it. Keyboard smash? I love it. Copy/paste a "thank you for writing"? I still love it. "I don't know what to comment or how to put my feelings into words." Then put that! That's a compliment! Can't think of anything to say, then "I don't know what to write but asgfdhgf I liked it." is fine!

Seriously, I don't care WHAT you put, because it shows me you cared enough to take a few second to show that love. I recognize and look for my regular commenters, even the ones who leave just a heart or "extra kudos".

Forgot to comment? Leave the fic open on your phone or get in the habit of dropping SOMETHING right as you finish. If you had time to make it through the last 100 words, you can probably tap an emoji. It's likely more of a habit to build up than anything.

Read it in one go and it's all a blur? "I read this all in one go and it's a blur, but I loved it!" We don't need specifics; just tell us you loved it on the chapter you stopped on. That in itself is a compliment because Hey! You loved it so much you had to keep reading!

Personal feedback? Well, I'll never say no to friends gushing about stories to me! And it might not be the same for everyone, but if you stop commenting on AO3 and only tell me personally...my assumption is you don't like it enough to say it publicly. I've spent many a time wondering why people stopped giving that support and what I should do better. If it's a friend, try asking them which they prefer! We can go back and reread (and do!) AO3 comments. Much harder on discord/dms/etc.

Owing authors? Look, we put a lot of time and work into writing and providing content for free. Hours of idea planning, actual writing, editing, catering to requests, etc. My partner once said I have a second job, writing, but I don't get paid. If you read and enjoyed something that someone put a lot of work into, it's nice to take a few seconds and tell them that.

You don't owe authors comments. They also don't owe you free writing. Sometimes, you forget there is an author at all when you're reading. But there is. A real person put out a story hoping you'd love it, or connect to it. You'd see yourself in the writing and feel less alone, or cheered up when you have a bad day.

Writing is art, and all we want to do is connect with you. Comments help bridge that gap.

#fanfiction comments #fanfic commenting #fanfic writing #ao3 #ao3 writer #fanfic #fanfiction #writer appreciation #ao3 comments #ao3 community #writing #Ika is opening a writer support cheerleading team. The requirement is: cheerleading for the writers

[lele5429]

I cannot describe the kaleidoscope of emotions I got from reading @not-freyja ’s “References” before bed time after a long day of academic work.

So I’m going to process this with drawings. This is my first “large scale”-ish fan art project.

Again, if you’ve not read Freyja’s brilliant 19k chapter, go have a wild ride!

#linked universe #this is an adjuration #lu four #lu colors #red link #blue link #vio link #green link #shadow link #writer appreciation #first fanart #four swords #four swords manga #hyrule warriors #linked universe ravio #vio needs a hug

[christinesficrecs]

Author Spotlight is a Saturday thing now **checks to make sure it really is Saturday** 😋 Enjoy these gems. They are all amazing!!

pretty in tents by kellifer_fic | 7.6K

Even though he’s making fun of it, Stiles thinks the whole thing sounds awesome and, like most stuff these days, the experience is going to be totally wasted on Scott.

By Moon And Stars by kellifer_fic | 15.9K | Mature

“Have you heard of this Alpha?” Stiles asks, shuffling up his pallet so Scott has room to sit. Scott does with a grateful little twist of his mouth. Stefan forces him into the Stilinski ceremonial armor when they travel and Stiles can see that it’s heavy and doesn’t sit well on Scott. He can’t shift encased in metal and Stefan knows it.

“I know of him, mostly stories that seem a little fantastical. Shifters exaggerate just like common people. They like their war stories.”

“Tell me of him. Tell me a war story.”

Relationship Status: It’s complicated by kellifer_fic | 4K | Mature

Okay, I know this is a huge stretch for you, but can you please pretend you’re like, into me?

the ring of the ancestors is not a euphemism by kellifer_fic | 10.6K

Stiles hadn’t noticed the way the entire commissary had gone silent when the guy had approached his table, or the two military escorts that had been flanking him, looking at each other like maybe they should be intervening but weren’t sure how. All he saw was someone stealing the last dessert from him and Stiles didn’t think about it, he just reached across the table and snatched it back with a, “What the hell, dude?”

tumescent by kellifer_fic (9k)

“I would have to want to date Derek for your plan to work,” Stiles points out, secure in the knowledge that his logic is infallible and yes, he’s had a pointless and soul-destroying crush on Derek for as long as he can remember but nobody knows that.

powerful in-scent-ive by kellifer_fic | 14.5K

Stiles holds up a hand, because he really can’t listen to the bites-are-all-right speech that Derek has given Scott dozens of times. “Dude, don’t.”

insert camping pun here by kellifer_fic | 12.5K

“I’m going to be different,” Stiles clarified. “I’m going to go to parties and make friends and,” Stiles leaned closer into the computer and whispered conspiratorially, “Get laid.”

Dude, what’s a bulwark? by kellifer_fic | 12.1K

Beacon Hills is the kind of small town where everybody knows everybody, and what everybody knows is that surly diner owner Derek Hale and free spirited single dad Stiles Stilinski have been in love with each other for years. If only they knew it too.

has time re-written every line by kellifer_fic | 14.6K

No, dad. Listen to what I'm saying. Yesterday, I was eighteen. I'm not speaking metaphorically, or about the way I feel or whatever. I was eighteen, we lived in the house on Maple, the last conversation we had was about how fries didn't count as a vegetable and I, uh, wasn't married.

Vampires, man. Not to be trusted by kellifer_fic | 9.6K

Stiles appreciates Derek worrying about him being overwhelmed but he really could have used a few overenthusiastic werewolves and impatient humans for his homecoming. He’s felt disconnected because of his forced isolation and would have at least liked to have had Scott on his doorstep when he got there.

monster at the end of the book by kellifer_fic, maichan808 (maichan) | 16.7K

It's not like he forgets about the scar. Just, sometimes it takes him off guard when he's half asleep or run down. It's there, a new companion that reminds him of the world he now lives in, how it's changed and what it's cost. Still, sometimes he'll blink at it owlishly in the mirror like he's doing now, at the way it runs alongside his collar bone and down. It even separates a mole into two neat halves.

i love you a latte [Fic & Podfic] by kellifer_fic, RsCreighton | 6.6K

"You... want me to come to your family reunion?"

"Yes."

"And you'll come to my best friend's wedding as...my... date?" Stiles thinks the whole proposition bears repeating.

"Yes," Derek says again, brows furrowing like he's starting to regret asking.

it's free (and always will be) by kellifer_fic, maichan808 (maichan) | 31.6K | Explicit

Stiles starts looking around, like there's someone who'll rescue him from this painfully awkward situation and Derek can't blame him. All he can think is this is some kind of elaborate prank Laura is playing on him after she'd found his pile of Fangboy back copies last month.

Or, the one where Derek has to marry a human to save Clawbook and it turns out to be Stiles. He's completely doomed.

#sterek #sterek fics #ficrecs #author spotlight #writer appreciation #sterek fandom #kellifer_fic #fanfic writers

[sucker-for-shifters]

For Day 4 of GtWAC:

Share one of your favorite scenes from a creator.

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I was tempted to put the whole thing, so I’m putting the whole thing.

I’m obsessed with this little comic by @might-be-tiny-gt, and for good reason! IT’S FREAKING AMAZING! (Also because I wanted to share something that wasn’t fandom stuff for a change. XD)

Even though there isn’t any speech at all, and most of the text that you read is on the potion bottle itself, it conveys all sorts of emotions so well, just from expressions! Also, the attention to detail is just astounding, and, admittedly, I’m kind of jealous of their art skills. XD

But to be serious, it’s also relatable as hell. Sometimes, you just don’t want to deal with people and have a low social battery/energy for anything. It’s the G/T equivalent of a spa day, and I’m totally here for it.

Also this comic from @eightyuh. AU be damned, this simultaneously made me go “Aww~” and bawl my eyes out. Like DAMN, it’s both well-written and WAYYY too relatable. (Also, please, for Pete’s sake, read the original story. Not only will it provide more context into their relationship, but it’s just a damn good story in general.)

#g/t #giant/tiny #gtwac #writer appreciation #g/t writing

[merci-killing]

just want to scream my appreciation for writers.

i can barely do my actual job and do the normal human tasks like staying alive, let alone keep up with reading and watching my little shows and movies and podcasts, and yet y’all are out here putting so much thought and care and time into your craft. it’s not just writing incredibly moving stories about our silly little guys. it’s the effort and thought and care and creativity that goes into sharing them with us, for the sole purpose of our enjoyment and ease of access to read at our leisure.

i’m feeling sentimental on this tuesday afternoon while distracted from my job and just truly in awe of you. i want to send you all flowers and i hope you feel so loved and inspired to keep writing and filling up my “to be read” tag with so many more stories than my little adhd brain can handle.

your passion is palpable and appreciated so much.

#appreciation post #writer appreciation #thank you writers for keeping me fed #and distracted from The Horrors™ #across fandoms but particularly wanna thank PP character writers #for feeding my delusions #joel miller x reader #javier pena x reader #din djarin x reader #frankie morales x reader #pedro pascal #and also #tommy miller x reader #you know who you are

[thyhauntedmansion]

Comedy and tragedy, at its finest.

Just some appreciation for our favorite star✨

(Spoilers‼️)

I adored Cassandra before but now? NOW?!Knowing now that Cassandra’s future has been prioritized since the ripe age of SIX YEARS OLD is insane. Every new thing I learn about her makes me love her even more.

She was robbed of a normal childhood. Which, is acceptable in some regards, like being more worldly and cultured rather than getting a regular education. However, I know damn WELL Alcina (wether intentional or not❤️) put too much pressure on Cassandra for the sake of “reaching her full potential” to the point where growing up she internalized her image as quite literally the only thing that mattered.

Her going hysterical and downright INSANE by the end of her bad route is literally so perfect.

This is her destiny. She would stop at nothing to see it become a reality. She’s worked too hard. This won’t go to waste. SHE won’t be a waste.

Also her traveling around as a child really makes you think about how much Cass must actually appreciate Elena’s friendship. Someone who has remained in her life despite any amount of flirting and shenanigans. Whereas Cass probably has a hard time maintaining any friendship since she could never stay in one place for long :((( Children need stability in order to learn how to make lasting relationships and I don’t think Cass ever really got that beyond being with her sisters.

She’s just a special lil star🥺🌟

#love her sm #I adore every aspect of her story #both height and trauma runs in the Dimitrescu bloodline #thank you for giving us this caffeinated broadway disaster💕 #cassandra dimitrescu #resident lover spoilers #resident lover #writer appreciation

[hellsitevistor]

There’s something special about queer people making their own representation through fanfiction and just fandom in general . Sometimes, I can feel the author’s past traumas, and I feel so close to them through our shared experience of growing up queer.

It’s like “hey I’ve never met you, but we both had gone through the same thing, and we both turned to the same show for comfort.” Or like “hey I’m also working out my issues by projecting them into this character”. *highfive*

It’s funny because even with explicitly queer media, I rarely feel as seen as I do with fanfic.

#merlin bbc #good omens #bbc sherlock #spn #merthur #stucky #shera #the 100 #voltron #ofmd #johnlock #byler #fandom #fanfic #also happy pride month #ao3 #sk8 infinity #tma #writer appreciation #the owl house

[deadhumourist]

It's cool reading smut and romance and adventure about your favourite P characters but...

...you end up finding writers whose work you love. And you would read anything they wrote.

Tag your favourite writers and spread the love!

I have so many but here are a few who are probably tired of seeing me screeching at them. You are amazing 💕 @blueeyesatnight @just-here-for-the-moment @oonajaeadira @katareyoudrilling @quica-quica-quica @fuckyeahdindjarin @ezrasbirdie @yespolkadotkitty @foli-vora @magpie-to-the-morning @fromthedeskoftheraven @sirowsky

#writer appreciation #pedro pascal fanfiction

[destinedtobeloved]

I don’t think fanfic writers understand what impact they have on people and even fandoms as a whole. When I read a fanfic, I don’t forget about it- it’s always something I turn in my head over and over thinking about it constantly. They change the way I think of characters and also my view of how one would act. I literally fall asleep thinking of these pieces. I’m so blessed to be able to interact with such talented people that obviously have such pure hard work and dedication for things like fandom works. This is a love letter to all those writers at there that I have interacted with, and maybe even not. I love you guys more then you know.

#writing fanfic #fan fiction #fanfics #top gun fandom #top gun fanfic #top gun fanfic writers #top gun fanfiction #i <3 fanfic writers #fan fiction writers #writers #writer appreciation

[sotwk]

The fact that you can just walk into a Tumblr writer's ask box and basically order yourself a custom story and then get a high-quality product for FREE after a relatively short wait is WILD. Especially considering these writers have professional-level talent and by all accounts should be published and paid.

The concept is still so wonderfully novel and bizarre to me that I'm holding myself back from dropping requests in the boxes of the many amazing writers I've come across, simply because I know how much effort and time it takes to craft stories. It somehow feels wrong to just ask and take advantage of the offered generosity. 😅🙊

Let's take a moment to appreciate how GIVING the Tumblr fanfiction writer community is, because I don't think this sort of culture exists on any other social media platform. It's simply amazing.

#writing #tumblr writers #fanfiction writer #thank you writers #writer appreciation #writing encouragement #encourageoneanother #gratitute

[fangbangerghoul]

I wanted to do something fun for making it to my 100-follower count! So, in honor of all my mutuals and followers I am going to do mini prompts to those who request it in my asks! (you do not have to be a mutual, all followers are welcomed)

You must list: a short sensory description, an emotion, and a random object. Along with a preferred ship or if you just want something OG you can request that too. (I'll accept a mood board too, but I still need ship details)

You can request my own ships (Ghoul x Val, Delgado, Sam Coe, Gale, Astarion, Anton, Halsin, Andreja, etc) or if you describe your own dynamic I will do my best!

The word count will be 100 - 200 words (so allow time for me to respond please)

I will accept 2 asks from the same person.

I will accept asks until 04/18/24

This is supposed to be fun and a way for me to give back my appreciation to everyone who has reblogged, liked, or commented on my posts and my AO3 content.

#fang writes #100 followers #writer appreciation #oc fics #writing exercise #thank you to all my lovely followers #this will be reblogged

[the-ellia-west]

Writing - Encouragement!

Writing is hard. It's difficult. A skill not many will master and not many can. It is an art, but it is not an art of the eyes, it is an art of the mind. Words on a paper that create an image in your mind not in your eyes.

Writing is difficult and you, lucky you, can do it.

You think your work is Bad? At least you are trying. Some wouldn't make it even that far. You think it's not good enough? There's no line you can cross where it will ever be good enough, so draw that line yourself and let me tell you that it is good enough.

If you keep working, keep writing, keep hoping, keep dreaming, you will reach. Because every dream and every word brings you one step closer to the stars. And no matter how long that ladder to success may be, no ladder can truly be infinite.

A Masterpiece is not some hidden standard you must reach. A Masterpiece is what you make it. The Masterpiece is you.

Go on, climb that ladder. It's not moving. It will always be waiting for you, and no matter what or who you are, it will stay firmly rooted in the ground as long as your belief in yourself.

You can't keep climbing forever, take some time to rest every now and again. You've earned it no matter how far you've gone, one step or one million.

Go get em you Masterpiece.

#creative writing #fiction writing #writing community #writer things #writerscommunity #writers on tumblr #writeblr #writing #calling all writers #writers #writers and poets #write #writer #how to write #writer stuff #writers and writing #on writers #random writing thoughts #random writing things #writer appreciation #writer advice #writer and poets #writer asks #i write #original writing #writting #i write therefore i am #i write things #i write stuff #i write shit

[rebuke-me]

it is the new years season so i'm going to do a shoutout to every cool creator and mutual i've met and interacted with this past year - you're all amazing and i adore you all !

some amazing artists : @theabyssgazesalsointoyou, @pensivebathtub, @venananix, @lunesart, @wovenvessel, @milolovesbmc, @lizard-queen-izzy, @caus34concern, @ottororin, and @woah-uhuh-uhuh-uhuh !! you guys are fantastic and your art is so inspiring to me, and i'm so glad i get to see it when you share it.

some awesome writers : @lohstandfound, @pigeonwit, and @aqueous-aerolite !! you all are. so talented. special shoutout to pidge for letting me beta read his fics.

and some general good pals : @maybe-i-should-try-harder, @mountain-dew-tickledpink, @ineffable-grimm-pitch and @razzmatazzez !! (yes leigh, you're getting included in this section.) thank you for letting me scream at you and for being my friends.

if you weren't included in this, i still deeply appreciate you and wish you the best in the new year. these are my standouts but i hope you all have a great new year and that your 2023 was as good as it could be <3 love you all and godspeed soldiers

#appreciation post #artist appreciation #writer appreciation #friend appreciation #happy new year <3 #i adore you all

[siampie]

Siampie's Masterlist

Currently working on one fic so far but plan on writing more in the future about Michael Kinsella, Dean Winchester, and Sam Winchester. And so much more.

You'll just have to be patient because life often get in the ways and I have more stories in the works. Hope you'll enjoy.

Let me know if you want to be tagged for any of these characters or this current work.

Join my Tag List

Masterlist of Matt Murdock Fics

Masterlist of Michael Kinsella Fics

Masterlist of Dean Winchester Fics

Dividers by @cafekitsune

#matt murdock x reader #michael kinsella #frank castle x reader #frank castle #matt murdock angst #michael kinsella x reader #dean winchester x reader #sam winchester x reader #writer appreciation