I like the control that I have in writing fics, as odd as that sounds, in that whatever happens to the characters, what happens through the plot or the setting the fic is centered in is, for the most part, up to me – my muse can be quite fickle, and sometimes things don’t quite turn out the way I want them to, but that in itself is also part of the fun. Character studies are always fun, because development is really important to me, and I enjoy delving deeper into the traits of the character and exploring it further; another very fun thing to do is take the characters, as they exist, and twist things – be it their surroundings, the universe they are in, and sometimes even the circumstances they find themselves in. It is, to me, a writer’s joy in throwing characters into an unfamiliar situation and seeing how they handle it.

Being able to write and publish fanfics for this fandom is such an amazing thing! I never thought in a million years that I would ever write fanfiction, but now that I am now, I can’t imagine not doing it. There is always the fear that no will like your fic after you’ve published it, but you shouldn’t let that fear stop you from doing what you love.

I love ALL fanfics and I know how hard it is to write even with writers block so thanks fanfic writers.

I love reading. Always have, always will. So when I discovered Fanfic, I was really really really happy, because sometimes, canon content just isn’t enough. I’m really grateful for pretty much everything I’ve been able to read in my 15+ years of being in fandom, and for all that content I have only the authors to thank. I know this is something you do for free, so I want to thank you for all the time and dedication you put into your stories. It’s a job with very few rewards and, as a reader, I’ve tried to be better at leaving kudos or comments (even if it’s just incoherent keysmash squealing), but I know I still have a long way to go. Lots of love to all writers, you are appreciated ❤

For me, fandoms and fanfiction are an escape. They are a place where I can go to be myself and interact with other people who enjoy the same things. I’ve always been a writer, so for me fanfiction is the perfect place to join two of my favorite hobbies. I remember the first time I ever published a fic. It was short, plotless, and was only to fulfill my need to write out an idea I had. Within half an hour I had gotten about 5 likes. It doesn’t sound like much, but for me it was amazing. People were actually reading (and enjoying) content that I had made! I started getting more invested in fanfiction, critiquing my own works, getting comments and likes. The day one of my fics got 1,000 hits was one of my proudest moments. Now I regularly write and (try to) update my fics. It’s an uphill struggle, but honestly it’s worth it. Knowing that people are getting enjoyment and entertainment out of something that you made is one of the best feelings in the world, and I wouldn’t give it up for anything.

I just really like reading first off. But I like reading fanfics because there are totally different things that happen that won’t happen in the books. And I like fanfiction because anybody can write them.

I’ve been writing fanfics for a pretty long time now. Though I have to admit that I wasn’t very good at it back then. Not saying that my work now is Stephen King level but it’s definitely improved. I write malec fics now on archivesofourown. I have to admit sometimes while trying to publish a chapter I get mad nerves, mostly because I haven’t exactly gathered my head around the fact that I’m sharing a part of me through these fanfics. It takes time for me to get comfortable around people so writing fanfics and posting them online is sort of an anxious situation for me and at the same time…freeing. I’m still trying to become a bit more bold in my writing, but I highly doubt I’ll be any good as the other fanfic authors in this fandom. I love writing ideas for various scenarios for malec and I love sharing them with other people. Seeing others respectful opinions on my fics gives me genuine happiness and a connection to this fandom. There are a lot of cons and pros with writing a fanfic, but the entire expierence is liberating and really intense for me. The biggest con to it though is writer’s block😂. My main advice for people who are about to start writing fanfics, don’t expect too much of popularity to your fics at first, it’ll come gradually. And you don’t need validation from others unless you are looking for new ways to learn and write. Be strong and brave-faced when reading harsh comments and just ignore them. But at the same time, learn to see the truth in respectful critique of your work. And if you unknowingly put something offensive, learn your mistake and don’t do it again.

Writing a fic for me, is like exploring the inner thoughts and feelings of my favourite characters. It’s getting to know them better while also at the same time plotting their non-canon deaths. And it’s getting to ship WHOEVER YOU PLEASE. A big part for me of writing fanfiction, is relating how a character feels to myself. There are huge parts of me that resonate with these characters. For example, Isabelle’s protectiveness of Alec. I often just focus on what I would do if I was these characters. I also like using the character’s personality and flaws to make their deaths and thoughts in my fic’s as sad and potent as possible. I am the one cutting the onions here!

Writing means a lot to me! I never thought that writing would bring me such joy, but it really does. I love challenging myself and trying to improve with every new thing I write.