Fandom Picks

UPDATE!

2010-01-22T21:33:00.000-08:00

Alright. Here's the deal: Fandom Picks is canceled.

Have I lost faith in what I was trying to do here? No, but what use is the effort if no one appreciates it? I had an idea. It didn't work out. End of story - I am moving on. I'll still be around the cyberweb, of course, just... not here.

So, in conclusion, I want to thank all the lovely, talented people who allowed me to showcase their work here - you guys are awesome. Keep making Fandom proud!

Warm regards,
Quenderra

Fansite - The Less Than Legendary Journeys

2010-01-16T02:00:00.000-08:00

Growing up, one of my favorite shows was Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. It enraptured and inspired me, drew me in, and undoubtedly left a profound impression upon my imagination. As with any of the shows I love, I periodically go back and watch it all through again - a process which often also demands the reading of fanfiction.

The Less Than Legendary Journeys is the home of excellently written fanfiction by a diverse group of talented writers. The tales reside within a "shared universe" in which many of the stories correlate with one another, though, they are often by different authors. The best thing about the fanfiction on this site, however, is the grand quality of the tales shared. They're superb - the characters are spot-on, their adventures believable, and the stories themselves thoroughly delightful.

I really enjoy the fanfiction at The Less Than Legendary Journeys - they even have a graphics' section and other cool stuff! Though, it would seem it has been some time since the writers actively participated in writing for the site, I was delighted to find it is still around (as are many of the authors, so be sure to send them reviews!). Full of a number of inspiring works, The Less Than Legendary Journeys is well-worthy of its place as this week's Fandom Pick.

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Site Name: The Less Than Legendary Journey
Fandom(s): Hercules: The Legendary Journeys; Young Hercules
Type: Fanfiction, Graphics

(click to visit)

SN FanArt - Plastic!Winchester Theater

2010-01-09T02:00:00.000-08:00

In all honesty, I consider myself more 'inspired' than 'creative'. Lots of things inspire me into some sort of action or emotion, but my success at actually pulling things off is often quite limited. Which is why the creativity of some people simply astounds me...

I discovered Plastic!Winchester Theater on a FanFiction.net profile, though, sadly, I can't recall whose. Following the link, I was delighted at what I found. What happens when you take one loyal (or perhaps 'obsessed' LOL) fan, some dolls, a camera, and the imagination and motivation to do something with it all? Well, pure, unadulterated and endlessly entertaining CRACK, of course! And something like Plastic!Winchester Theater.

A 'must-see' for any and all Supernatural fans with a healthy sense of humor, Plastic!Winchester Theater is truly a work of art and this week's Fandom Pick.

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Creator: Anteka
Title: Plastic!Winchester Theater
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/Fanart
Genre: Humor
Venue: LiveJournal (click to read)

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SG-1 Fic - Who Am I? Who Are You?

2010-01-02T02:00:00.001-08:00

Some of my most favorite stories and authors have been found on the favorites' lists of others; Who Am I? Who Are You? is no exception.

The tale opens with Jon, Colonel Jack O'Neill's teenage clone, who finds himself struggling to figure out who he is after the life he had known is no longer his. His career, his team - his family - all has been stripped away from him, leaving a lonely void.

Then, into this void steps another lonely soul: Cassandra.

A story of two people and the solace they are able to find in each other through the trials that are life and just growing up (again!), Who Am I? Who Are You? is a beautiful account and this week's Fandom Pick.

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Author: KellethMetheus
Story: Who Am I? Who Are You?
Fandom/Type: SG-1/Chapter Fic
Genre: H/C, Drama, Romance
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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UPDATE!

2010-01-01T19:45:00.000-08:00

First of all:

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!

All the best to everyone in 2010!

The first Pick of the year is scheduled for tomorrow - it's a rather sweet one, a bit on the mushy side. I realize there's been a good amount of romance, recently, so I'll do my darndest to remedy that so ya'll have some variety. The good news is: You can help!

Yes, you! My goal for this blog this year is to drag some interaction out of folks out there. I'm endeavoring to share some great fanwork with other fandom-lovers out there, and I hope that all of you will be willing to do the same.

Have a suggestion for a fic, vid, artist, or author that you think is Pick-worthy? Drop me a note!!! You can do so in a comment or send me a message via e-mail. Tell me what you read or watch or admire so I can enjoy it, too! Heck, ya'll can even recommend your own work!

Also, I am looking into recruiting some "staff" as there's a high probability that I might not be able to tend to this blog for a good part of the coming year. Ideally, I would like some staff who are involved in many fandoms, not just one or two - the more the merrier. You should also have at least some awareness of the different elements of fandom: fanfiction, fanvids, artwork, etc.

If you're interested in contributing to this project, let me know!

Speak up. Be heard. Help Fandom Picks become a place where you can do just that.

Regards,
~Quenderra*

SN Author - Bambers2

2009-12-26T02:00:00.000-08:00

Before I had even joined the fandom, myself, my best friend told me that I had to read the work of an author by the name of Bambers2. When I finally made my way to the profile of this talented author, I found a smorgasbord of brilliantly written tales.

Easily one of the most talented writers of any fandom, Bambers' writing brilliantly covers the entire spectrum of genres: gen, angst, humor, suspense - even the occasional bit of romance. I highly recommend her tale So Not Following the Yellow Brick Road and her AU series (after the conclusion of season 3) Angels and Demons.

Few people possess the talent of Bambers2 - and I'm not necessarily speaking only of fanfic writers. Her stories are truly a must-read for Supernatural fans everywhere.

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Author: Bambers2
Story: So Not Following the Yellow Brick Road
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/Chapter fic
Genre: Humor
Venue: Link Here (click to read)

Title: Angels and Demons
*First Story: When Angels Close Their Eyes
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/Series
Genre: Gen/Angst/AU
Venue: Link Here (click to read)

Bambers' Profile

SN Fic - Sneeze

2009-12-19T02:00:00.000-08:00

It started with a sneeze. Then another. And another. And... well, let's just say that this delightful drabble collection has been affectionately dubbed Snot Without Plot (SWP) by the author, Mad Server.

Now, with more than 30 hilarious little... well, sneezes, mostly on the part of Dean, but some good contributions from Sam, these drabbles never fail to bring a smile to my face. (Along with the more-than-occasional 'Ew.... Gross!') So, give 'em a read - and be sure to bring some tissues!

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Author: Mad Server
Title: Sneeze
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/Drabble Collection
Genre: Humor
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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Fanvidder: Samus McAslan

2009-12-12T02:00:00.000-08:00

While on the dGeek forum (on David Hewlett's website for his movie A Dog's Breakfast), I made the acquaintance of one Samus McAslan. She writes a bit of fanfiction, but her main specialty is fanvideos - which she does for multiple fandoms, including Stargate Atlantis, Harry Potter, and I do believe I saw a couple Star Trek ones amidst several others.

With a unique talent for matching the scenes to the lyrics, Samus is certainly one of the most talented vidmakers on the web. Below are a few of my favorites and a link to her livejournal where the rest of her vids can be found.

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Vidder: Samus McAslan
Vid: Nowhere to Run
Fandom/Character(s): SGA/McKay/Cadman
Genre: Humor/Pairing
Download: Nowhere to Run (right click/save as)

Vid: Not Ready to Make Nice
Fandom/Character(s): SGA/Michael
Genre: Gen
Download: Not Ready to Make Nice (right click/save as)

Vid: Always True to You (In My Fashion)
Fandom/Character(s): HP/Hermione/Everyone
Genre: Humor/Pairing
Download: Always True to You (right click/save as)

Vid: High School Never Ends
Fandom/Character(s): HP/Snape
Genre: Humor
Download: High School Never Ends (right click/save as)

Samus McAslan's Livejournal

Cats Fic - A Passion of Loneliness

2009-12-05T14:09:00.000-08:00

Two or three years back, likely during the last time I was writing Cats fanfiction, I came across an supportive fellow author by the name of Aevany Storm. As I do with many who review my own fanfiction, I read many of hers, among which I found a story I especially loved.

Exotica, the young cat ever on the fringes of Jellicle life, has long grown accustomed to being alone. In fact, it has become a passion, this loneliness, something to which she tenaciously clings. When Macavity defects, after swearing revenge against the tribe, Exotica follows him, for reasons all her own - this is her story...

While the author of this tale has since changed her name to Maudey, A Passion of Loneliness remains, in my mind, a lovely, bittersweet tale well-worthy of its place as this week's Fandom Pick.

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Author: Maudey
Story: A Passion of Loneliness
Fandom/Type: Cats/Chapter Fic
Genre: Gen/Angst
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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SG-1 Fic - This Cannot Be Happening

2009-11-28T02:41:00.000-08:00

A member of SG-1 steps through the Stargate, her arms wrapped protectively around a young boy... Oh, did I happen to mention that the major in question was already on base and had neither a tan nor that long hair? But the arrival of the second Samantha Carter and her son is only the beginning, as Sam soon finds herself stranded in the other Carter's reality!

Cleverly utilizing those problematic Quantum Mirrors and a cast of lovable alternate characters that are almost-but-not-quite like our own, This Cannot Be Happening is easily one of my most favorite Sam/Jack fics to date.

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Author: Jojo6
Story: This Cannot Be Happening
Fandom/Type: SG-1/Chapter Fic
Genre: AU/Romance
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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UPDATE!

2009-11-28T02:32:00.000-08:00

Needless to say, it would seem my little project flopped when I moved... four months ago. *grimaces* Here's to giving it another go, with one minor change.

I have returned to my earliest fandom, Cats, so there may be some of those stories included in future picks, as well. In fact, Fandom Picks is hereby a growing collection of superb fics from all fandoms!

Again, I hope any who make their way here will feel free to send me fic suggestions, as I really want to expand my reading horizons as well as challenge you to do the same. It can be anything, and as long as it's a fandom to which I subscribe, I will eventually give it a gander! Promise!

Anyhow, here's me shutting up - I present to you! The return of Fandom Picks!

SN Fic - A Supernatural Day

2009-07-20T15:29:00.000-07:00

This light-hearted one shot with our boys was written by my best friend Ebbtide. It never fails to make me smile, regardless of how often I read it, so it's only natural that I share it here.

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Author: Ebbtide
Story: A Supernatural Day
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/One shot
Genre: Humor
Venue: Supernaturalville (click to read)

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SG-1 Fic - Steadfast

2009-07-13T10:50:00.000-07:00

It would seem that Mondays have become "Fandom Pick Monday", huh? Though, it wasn't necessarily intended, it'll work for now, especially since I'm not entirely sure how much internet access I will have over the next month or so.

This next pick is one that I absolutely fell in love with. A story of unrequited love and devotion from a POV that I, myself, never would have considered. It's short and sweet - and a must read for Daniel lovers anywhere.

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Author: JosephineLL
Story: Steadfast
Fandom/Type: SG-1/One shot
Genre: Gen/Romance/Character-centric
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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SN Fic - Just Your Average Hunt

2009-07-06T23:50:00.000-07:00

I struggled a bit with what I should choose for this first post, but after a bit, I finally consulted my favorites list and chose this lovely one shot by a friend of mine who was so kind as to highlight me, of all people, as the Fanfic Writer of the Week on her Podcast recently. Since I've a love for humor, I thought this darling little fic was perfect for the first Pick.

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Author: PlatinumRoseLady
Story: Just Your Average Hunt
Fandom/Type: Supernatural/One Shot
Genre: Humor
Venue: Fanfiction.net (click to read)

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So, I got to thinking...

2009-07-03T18:56:00.000-07:00

... and whilst thinking, I said to myself, "There is so much great fan-work out there, but so few recognized." Thus, this blog.

I guess you can call it a sort of compilation of favorites and highly recommended pieces, but I have seen so many great authors and artists and stories go completely unrecognized that I wanted to do something about it, no matter how small. Naturally, starting out it will mostly be that which I myself have read or encountered, but I'm hoping over time that I can get feedback from other fans out there, hopefully have you recommend stuff that you've enjoyed over the years.

For now, the fandoms of focus will be the three that I, myself, participate in. Namely: Supernatural, Stargate: SG-1, and Stargate Atlantis. I hope to highlight not only authors, but individual stories and series, along with fanvids and art, as well. You will, no doubt, see some names that you are familiar with, but with time, I hope to help introduce you to some that you haven't seen before.

Anyhow, enough of my rambling, on to the picks!

Regards,
Quenderra
(aka Dream Painter)