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Today's Weekly Campfire: The Rec

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 6:55 PM

BEFORE WE HAVE OUR WEEKLY REC, THE RANGERS WOULD LIKE TO RE-ACQUAINT YOU (OR IF YOU ARE NEW, ACQUAINT YOU) WITH THIS CAMPFIRE:

ACQUAINTING YOURSELF WITH ADF AND THE RULES OF THE FOREST

Points to remember:

  • We are a SUPERNATURAL website. We allow anything supernatural at any time without ranger approval or rec. We also allow a handful of other topics that can be seen by viewing the TAGS in the search bar.
  • We have weekly campfires to help keep the forest tidy, these are Monday through Thursday. If you need a refresher on these, just ask me.
  • If you start a campfire, make it interactive and make it pretty. Include a rec ONLY if you are asking for something in return or if it is a special rec campfire.
  • Ask Permission of a ranger to post off topic campfires on weekdays.
  • Everything else should be covered in the linked post. If you would like to ask a question, you can do so when you rec a fic in this campfire. We love having you here, but are rules are just good manners and you are dining at our house. 
  • omg, this post is NOT aimed at any one camper. It is just a reminder that we have to post once in a while when the forest fires seem to be getting out of control. Don't be sensitive. I don't mean you.

Now on with the show:

Tell us what you are reading RIGHT NOW!

Books and Fanfiction alike

It can be supernatural or not, it can be a copy/paste of your reading list, it can be a flyer for the local supermarket. We don't care. 

Please link if you are reading fanfiction or give us a nice summary if you are reading a book. We also LOVE reviews, so tell us what you think of what you are reading!

Besotted

New Story by JenEsme!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 4:35 PM

My good friend JenEsme has finally taken it upon herself to post this gem of a story she's been working on for over a year.  It's entirely pre-written, and I have to say, as a married, thirty-something woman, this story REALLY spoke to me.  The difficulties that both Bella and Esme face in this story are ones I think many of us... especially those that are married with children, can relate to.  JenEsme posted her prologue last night, and she will begin posting the story tomorrow!  Check it out!

 

Summary:

What happens after the happily ever after? This is the story of two women, two generations, two marriages, both on the brink of breakdown. It follows Bella who is struggling with the throes of new parenthood, a new house, and a new attitude from her once-attentive husband who is now more focused on his job and his image than his wife, and Esme, who lived through much of the same 20 years ago. Can Esme's advice about commitment, communication, and (gulp) sex help Bella save her marriage, or will she be written off as a meddling mother-in-law?

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8032020/1/The_Fantasy_Basket

DELETED USER

POSITIVITY and reading fun

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 3:38 PM

So, In light of all the P2P dramz, I wanted to do a POSITIVE post about a p2p that's getting some good reviews.

Sempre, formerly Emancipation Proclamation, is making its way to my ears, and the stuff I'm hearing is phenomenal.  I never read EP as a fic (mostly because the length scurred me), but I have heard the author did beaucoup rewrites to the original version, switched it to 3rd person, and the final product is Sempre.

On Amazon, it has 56 reviews. 50 of them of 5 star, 4 are 4 star & 2 are 2 star. The summary looks really great and interesting. While it's not 56 thousand reviews, they all look substantial and positive, even the ones that remark about the books origins.  So, I'm wondering if anyone has read it in THIS incarnation and is it worth my hard earned dollars and cents?

To make it interactive:

Have you read any of the p2p books? Did you like them better as fics in the Twi-verse, or do you think the book is better outside of the Twilight fic world? Which ones have you read were heavily re-worked? Which ones did you read AFTER they were pubbed? Did you love them?

My rec:

Crushed Seraphim, by Debra Anastasia
How does a foul-mouthed angel end up as the last hope for all of Heaven and Earth?

When Seraph Emma is maimed and tossed from Heaven by a rogue angel who's taken charge, she fears she'll never be allowed to return. Tasked with the impossible job of showing the self-loathing (and not even human!) Jason his worth, Emma is sure she's doomed to fail.

Meanwhile, having wormed his way into Heaven, the corrupt Everett has trapped God in Hell and has designs on unleashing evil everywhere. Fortunately, if there's one thing Emma can't do (in addition to minding her language), it's give up. Determined to save Jason and get back to Heaven-even if it means going to Hell-Emma's plan is simple yet impossible: trick the Devil to save God.

DISCLAIMER: I don't want this to be a post bashing P2P and its authors (and plz not to be discussing the you-know-what-book). In the interest of full disclosure, I'm generally not a fan of p2p but as the debate has gone on, I've softened a bit, especially after reading my above recomendation (Crushed Seraphim).  I have my stance on it, and my opinions are still there, but that doesn't change the fact that some of these works are quality, regardless of where they originated. 

So, come inside and share with me the p2p's you loved more AFTER they became books. =)

Alley Cat

Stop Killing the Lemons!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 3:04 PM

So I was sitting here behind my lappy (that's how I not-so-fondly named my laptop), stalking Twitter minding my own business, when a friend of mine sends me this:

now, before you read, a warning: this is disgusting. seriously. I hope you aren't eating at the moment.

Rather than a verbal answer, he proceeded to show me by lifting me off the floor and sliding his happiness into me Cupping my breasts, he continued kissing. “Your tits are definitely mine and so is your stomach.” Frenching my belly button, he added, “And this is mine, too.” I started giggling as he slid down further. “This is my honeypot; mine. I make it get full of sweet juice that is just for me. Like now. It’s getting all wet and full of honey – just for me."

Didn't I tell you it would make you gag?

Now that we have that piece of crap fine work of art, I'd like to say that I have been writing and reading lemons for more than 10 years now. I know how a crappy one looks, feels, reads, and writes, and let me tell you -- this is a new low for me. 

I asked if this was a crackfic, but my friend (who's stuck with betaing this) told me that the author was completely serious. Next thing that came to mind was, "Is this a perverted version of a Winnie the Pooh fic?"

This is monstrosity example above shows pretty much how you should NEVER ever write a lemon.

Let's get one thing straight--in case anyone had doubts about this--women don't have honey flowing from their pussies. They don't. No matter how much sugar you feed your girl, or how many bees you swallow, no honey. Though I think you have bigger problems than your inability to write lemons if you start swallowing bees, but that's another matter...

Naughty Edward...

I'd like to leave you with a rec for something that will get you licking your lips like our sexy Rob up above, so here is a short story (two-shot) that is properly lemony and with a nice HEA: Forgotten Parties by EnchantedSailorBella:

Summary: Bella wakes up with her first ever hangover and a big hole in her memories. She can't remember much from what happened the night before. She rushes into class, and that's when things get a little...odd.

Here's a taste:

Biology, I reminded myself. I was learning about Biology, not Anatomy. Especially the Anatomy of the infuriating man sitting next to me. The one who's bold hand was now resting between my crossed legs. It was getting harder and harder to ignore the part of my brain that told me that I needed to open my legs and allow him access to the point where I was dying for him.

And yes, this one has a good lemon. More than one *smiles*. Leave her some love when you stop by.

Before we part, I am curious to hear what's the worst you've ever seen in a lemon? What's the worst lemon you've ever read? Don't be paranoid shy about brining quotes and links!

Alley Cat.

mentallady

Vamp Books

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 2:50 PM

I am thinking this campfire is ok because it is somewhat related. This CF is very okay! ADF welcomes anything supernatural, no permission required :-)  *ranger edit

What other vamp books/ series have you read?

 

Would you rec them?

 

 

 

Book Rec:  Not a vamp book, but it did have bloodsuckers...

Under a Never Sky by: Veronica Rossi

I really enjoyed this so much more than I thought I would.  This is mainly due to the fact that I loved the protagonist, and that rarely happens to me. I didn't like her at first, but she really develops into a strong woman by the end of the book.

sri

Happy Birthday AMY!!!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 1:43 PM

AMY!!!

writerinmydreams for everyone.....HAPPY BIRTHDAY GIRL!!!!!

wolvesnvamps

Meet Maggie!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 1:01 PM

I meant to post this last week but I was too busy sobbing over the video and wasn't sure what was going to happen to Maggie. I am so happy and relieved that she has a happy ending!

The loyal Labrador who gained international fame braving traffic to guard a dead companion has been claimed by a possible owner.

An unidentified southern California woman has stepped forward to say she owns the hero hound – nicknamed Grace – who stood vigil over a motionless yellow Lab in a video released Saturday, officials said.

The woman had a personal photo of the brave black Lab and correctly described body markings “that only the owner would know," Lt. Marie Rosales of the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control told reporters Monday.

“(Grace) did respond immediately (to her). If any of you saw her this morning, she was timid…But as soon as she heard the person who claimed to be her owner’s voice, she lit up and started wagging her tail,” Rosales said.

A female with big brown puppy-dog eyes, Grace was expected to remain at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center overnight pending an inspection of the purported owner’s house, Rosales said.

“We have to ensure that’s she’s going to go back to an adequate home,” she said.

The owner, who reported owning Grace for about three months, will be cited for having an unleashed, unvaccinated, unregistered dog, she said.

Estimated at between one and two years old, Grace apparently escaped from the owner’s garage and was in heat at the time she was spayed Monday, Rosales said.

The courageous canine had been up for adoption but is expected to be released to the self-described owner as early as Tuesday, officials said.

Video of Grace watching over her recently deceased companion was shot by a motorist who saw the dogs on a La Puente, Calif., street Wednesday morning.

The Good Samaritan put down traffic cones to alert other drivers.

Rosales said it’s not clear who owned the fatally struck yellow Lab.

 

 
Let's discuss happy endings and incredible people/animals/events.
Camilla

New Bel Ami clip

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 11:32 AM

 

This is for the American campers who still have to wait. A Bel Ami clip that is quite lengthy and the famous long underwear is visible.  And boys, was I thrilled to hear Rob speaking in English. Stefano Crescentini voice is OK for the eternal teenager, but here I prefer the real thing . Only, I can't embed -. Anybody who can do it, please do it in this campfire. I can only post the link

RANGER EDIT-THE UNDERWEAR CLIP IS INSIDE THE CAMPFIRE!

DELETED USER

Published fic with a twist

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 11:10 AM

Don't worry this isn't another fic-that-shall-not-be-named campfire. There's been tons of discussion about pulling fic to publish but it got me thinking about other genres of fiction.

Basically if something is in the public domain (Shakespeare to Regency and beyond) then you can publish your fanfic-esque novels to your hearts delight.

So, has anyone ever read any Jane Austen stories continued (eg. Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters)?

Have there been any particularly lol-worthy or are there a few gems that you can poudly shout about from the rooftops?

Rec me your  faves or laugh about how terrible some are!!

I can't remember the name of the ones i have read, only that is was by someone called Emma-something and it was terrible! Instead my fic rec: http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7586716/1/A_Hope_Renewed a cute, regency era twific with a bit of adventure and romance.

weatherday

Looking for a fic

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 10:57 AM

I started reading this fic and forgot to put it on Story Alert.

Edward and Bella go to High School together, he is Mr popularity and she is the Juno like girl everyone laughs at.

He sneaks into her bed every night but pretends he doesn't know her at school. He started dating one of the popular girls but would still come to Bella every night.

Does it sound familiar to anyone?

 

My rec:

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6749059/1/Sideline_Collision

A cocky QB runs into a snarky band geek. What happens when they collide on and off the field? Rated M for language and lemons. Let The Games Begin public vote winner!
Twilight - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 17 - Words: 103,029 - Reviews: 5246 - Updated: 4-14-12 - Published: 2-15-11 - Edward & Bella

RainyGirl1978

ZOMG this fic is killing me

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 9:45 AM

But what a sweet death...

I don't think I've ever started a campfire to recc a single fic before...  But I just can't help it with this one.

I'm currently completely owned by I Hate You, Kiss Me by BittenBee

I Hate You, Kiss Me 

Bella's given up on dating but has a one night stand w/mystery guy Edward. Both are surprised when he gets a job at her law firm! Coworkers Alice and Jasper, best bud Emmett & sultry boss Rose play a role in Bella's love life. Humor, UST. AU/AH OOC ExB
Twilight - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 28 - Words: 207,952 - Reviews: 2835 - Updated: 9-9-10 - Published: 1-19-09 - Bella & Edward - Complete

Seriously.  I can't even with this story.  It doesn't happen very often because I just don't find a lot of fics that I really, really love.  But this story?  Yeah, a lot of you have probably already read it, but if not, let me try and persuade you.  

I'm only about a third of the way through the story but the UST and sexual tension are incredible.  Edward is completely captivated by Bella.  He is arrogant, confident, infuriating - in the best way, and totally ungggg.  Lol, that doesn't sound all that attractive.  But it is.  Oh.  It IS.  Bella is a commitment-phobe and Edward is set on winning her heart.  He's determined and persistent but he has this really soft, sweet, vulnerable side that pops out every now and then.  Oh, it's just so good!  They have the best fights and I just read this scene.

Uhhhhhhh..... this scene.  It killed me.  It might have been the hottest scene I have ever read.  If you've read it, I'm talking about the Christmas party bathroom scene.  It was...  Yeah.  I have no words.

Anyway, come in here and talk to me about the amazingness that is I Hate You, Kiss Me or BittenBee - now I'm on a mission to read all her fics, after I finish this one, that is.  

Recc me other fics like this, with a passionate relationship between E and B, a strong Edward, a feisty Bella.  The other stories that come to mind that I really liked with this kind of relationship tension are Beyond Time - yumm, for hot blooded Edward - and The Lost Boys - they had some serious intensity too.  

Or as an alternate conversation, I am so excited because I get to go to my *ahem* annual exam this morning (where's the sarcasm font?)  So come tell me any interesting stories about that.  Yeah, let's not be too graphic though.  I have a couple crazy stories to share. :) 

MegsD

Hungry?

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 9:20 AM

And the Plot Thickens...

A cooking ground for writers

What we’re cookin’...

  • Plot Bunnies! Ever have a plot bunny that needed some spice? Who said anything about too many cooks? The more the merrier, here! Bring your undercooked plots or ideas, and help others hash out their stories, too.
  • Your Characters! Feel like your characters are just skin and bones? Come chat with your friends and see if they can help you create the perfect recipe for meaty greatness.
  • Basically anything related to your fic that you need help with!

 

Allergies...

  • We’re allergic to negativity! Constructive criticism and suggestions are welcome, but please try to stay positive and productive!
  • And pilfering, too! There will be plenty of story ideas being discussed, so please stay respectful to your fellow authors by not using another's idea as your own - unless given explicit permission by the author first and then giving due credit, of course. No eating off someone else’s plate unless they say you can!

 

Food Bank...

  • Donations! Have some untouched plot ingredients that have been sitting in your cabinet for far too long? Come drop them off at our Food Bank and help another hungry author!
  • Pick up! Need some ingredients for your writing? See what ideas have been left for a good home.

 

You’ve given us an excuse to use the kitchen for the first time.

So, come on in and share your ideas! Maybe someone will have that perfect plot point that pushes your story from good to great, and hopefully you’ll be able to do the same for a fellow author!

DELETED USER

Spoil me!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 7:03 AM

Finally I got tired of Twilight thing and I may leave it soon, not that it matters  to any of you. lol

But I want to know about the short summaries of few fics before leaving the fandom. 

1)Emancipation Proclamation (Its size always scared me. I can't put away a fic, once I start it and I never got time to read 1950 pages!)

2) MOTU( I tried and tried and tried, but always flounced it...

3) Boycottes and barflies(Idk, I never got into that fic.)

4)University of Edward Masen

 

Please don't tell me what did I do, if I didn't read these books? lol

sri

your picture says?

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 4:59 AM

Do pictures really say a thousand words....tell me...

Share your pics!!!

made a latest banner....show us!!!

the current story you're reading has a banner....show us!!!

had a new hairstyle...

painted your nails??!

saw an unusual pic?!!

anything!!!!!

anything you wanna share will make me smile!!

or my favorite....

show us hot bods....

i'll start with an unusual pic 

no this is not a gif, its a still pic....

this is for the sighs....

Darn he's cute!!

ETA: his name is Aaron Johnson, he starred in Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging...

 

THIS IS A TMI CF, THERE MAY BE NO SHIRTS ON HOT BODS, JS.

xsecretxkeeperx

Hufflepuffs Unite!

Tuesday April 17, 2012 at 3:51 AM

I was talking to a friend recently about her involvement in the Twi-Community, and she made a comment that struck a chord. She views fandom as stages in her life. She used to belong to another, now she belongs to this one. Maybe she will belong to another in a few years, but she will undoubtedly have moved on from Twilight by that point.

I view fandom as something that becomes an inherent part of me. Twilight and Harry Potter will always be there, perhaps not as prominently as they are now, but I will never “move on,” as she put it. I will always be Hufflepuff; I will always be Team Edward; these fandoms will always be home.

But after further reflection, I came to realize her view is not uncommon. Just take a look at all those who finished their stories and then disappeared. Or erased their profiles completely, not to publish, but just because they didn't want to be a part of the fandom anymore.

My questions to you, Campers, are these:

Where do you see yourself if two years in relation to this fandom or another?

How have you managed being a part of fandom in the past? Are you still a frequent flyer there, or has that ship sailed?

And why? Are there reasons you stick with it or abandon it? Or do you move through fandom unconscious of how it affects your life?

Inquiring minds want to know, haha.

Ocsickgirl

LOOKING FOR THIS FIC

Monday April 16, 2012 at 8:57 PM

HI I AM TRYING TO HELP SOMEONE FIND A FIC, PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU RECOGNIZE ANY PART OF THE SUMMARY BELOW....

I am looking for a story that I read a while back. I can't remember the name of it so I am hoping some of you remember. The Volturi send out notice that all unmated vampires need to go to camps to pick out human mates that have been kidnapped. It seems unmated vampires are dangerous and will be killed if they refuse to pick a mate. Edward gets his letter, goes and after testing ends up with Bella. Tanya refuses to go and is on the run. Marcus tours where they keep the humans and ends up mating with Angela. 

Tks

OcSickGirl

HERE IS A RECOMMENDATION OF MY OWN.....

Room w/a Vu by Angelgoddess1981 (very cute angst free fic)

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7829435/1/

maymay74

Strong Bella

Monday April 16, 2012 at 7:11 PM

This is my 1st CF.

I know that is already a CF of possssiveward, but I like to know  Bella when she´s already a friend of Rosalie or Jasper, because she´s stronger than when shés a friend of Alice or Emmet. Is there a reason for this ? What are your favs stories abot it'

Mine are

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4561940/1/bScotch_b_Gin_and_the_New_Girl

Les Liaisons Dangereuses, je croix. We were Cruel Intentions. We are Gossip Girls. We do not care. At all." all-human.
Twilight - Rated: M - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 21 - Words: 115,727 - Reviews: 3663 - Updated: 7-31-09 - Published: 9-27-08 - Complete

 

 

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7076900/1/

The slowest burn

360 : He took my underwear, hung them from his back pocket, then said, "These are mine." - AH, E/B, Lemons.
Twilight - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 30 - Words: 257,225 - Reviews: 5151 - Updated: 4-10-12 - Published: 6-12-11 - Bella & Edward

wtvoc

why yes, that IS sparkly my little pony font

Monday April 16, 2012 at 6:34 PM

adf personal ads

 

there are lots of new faces around here, and even more lurky-loos. i command that you get in here, de-lurk, introduce yourselves, and make some friends.

if you're an old ADF veteran, i guess you can come make friends, too. 

come on, people. let's have a good old-fashioned friending campfire.

directions:

-start a comment. write your ~personal ad; likes, dislikes, musts to maintain a friendship. 

-add links to your various social networking accounts, like your tumblr, twitter, pinterest, goodreads, ravelry, whatev. just no personal emails, and linking to your facebook on a public website like this just shows poor judgement, man. if you want to leave your credit card information or social security number, you can PM that to me here in the forest.

-respond! make a new friend or two or seven! or just troll the campfire and mock. or post rude/amusing gifs in response, idk. just participate, okay? make us look good to google ads (and maybe click on an ad while yer at it, plznthx).

kiedis and flea rock it fyt:

 

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mentallady

PLZ don't kill me...

Monday April 16, 2012 at 6:29 PM

I actually ignore most campfires about 50 shades. I am as sick of the topic as the rest of you.

But.......

 

I found out through a poster on IMDB- Rob's board- that the author of MOTU is doing a book signing at her local bookstore and there is a $25.00 charge to attend!!!

I really do not attend book signings. I hate crowds and avoid them at all costs.

Is this normally done? The charging, I mean.

What book signings have you gone to?

Were you charged?

Fill the camfire with book signing adventure stories.

elana86

So Excited!!!

Monday April 16, 2012 at 5:50 PM

I was on my way to bed last night when an update came in my email....OMG I was instantly WIDE awake and had to read the update!! If you're not reading or aware of Ruthless And Ivory, you should be.  Most amazing story written.  I've been waiting patiently since February for it to update!!!   Here is the link for the story and some pictures I found for it...

look, wtvoc is awesome and hyperlinked it for you! clicksies for ruthless and ivory!

too bad those file extensions for the pictures weren't working, though!

Now I have to let it out my next best story that I'm currently reading..and that would be:

a different kind of pain by Sparklingwand.  You will need LOTS of tissues for this one and the other one which is more on the heavy side would be:

his cimmerian view By weekittyand tat.  Maybe not for everyone to read.  I like to torture myself with the heavy angst!! lol 

Please give Ruthless and IVory a go..There is some heavy issues...but it's wonderfully written... xo

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