OMGosh, loving his proper British accent.  I wish he'd move back to the UK just so he'd hone his accent back to its original.

This looks pretty damn good:

So I'm dying my hair in a couple hours and need your opinions please!

Deciding between those two hair colours, which do you think is better?

OR

Which one do you like better? Also open to other recomendations but I want a colour thats kind of light. :D

What colour is your hair right now? When was the last time you dyed your hair, if ever? I dyed it two weeks ago but it looks so ugly so I need to re-dye.

Thanks!!

this post is now new and purple ranger-approved! but let's make it a hair post, and since i can, i request that you all post pictures of either your hair or what your hair aspires to be~

This may be a can of worms but we'll see. I just read a fic and it brought back what's bugged me a lot in fics and books and really TV, movies and the like.

The battle between a person's parents or parent vs their spouse, SO, boyfriend, girlfriend, etc.

More often than not in fics, movies, books, TV and so on oddly it's the parent or parents who are completely insensitive or just flat out rude and cruel to the point where you're wishing the character could divorce they're parents because they just need to get away from that kind of person, energy in they're life.

Then you have their child who for some reason sort of leaves they're SO out to dry while momm, dad or both is shooting bullets in their direction.

No jumping in front of them, no "Hey now Mom, I love you but she's my wife," no you need to leave since you're my parents and you're disrespecting my spouse and really me in MY house I pay for with my own money that you have no claim over.

I've always found this...interesting

Who do YOU defer to? Who comes first? Spouse, SO, etc or your parent/parents? Both because....?

This curious mind wants to know because if I go based on fics I'm like why is anyone in any sort of relationship, lol.

ETA: KIDS aren't in the equation because that's it's own CF. This is just your partner vs your parents.

I saw a tweet earlier referring to betas... and it needed a beta.

I laughed, and then went like this...

...because of the number of times I see this specific #grammarfail.

And I got to thinking... how many times do I do things that make other people feel the same way??

SO LET'S SHARE!

What are your grammar pet peeves?  If you're a beta, what do you see WAY too often?

Maybe if you share them here you'll start seeing them less!

Mine will be inside. :)

I can hardly wait until Sunday when The Walking Dead returns.  I have missed this show so much!  Who else is anxious to find out what happens?  Who is your favorite (or least favorite) character? 

My favorite character is this dude below.  My least favorite is Andrea, who I wish would die or be zombified already.  My  husband bought "me" the comics the show is based on for Christmas (kind of like he bought "me" all of the Sopranos dvds over the years even though he's the only one who ever watches them and I never even mentioned wanting to watch the Sopranos, lol!), but I don't want to read ahead and see if she buys the farm or not. I want to be gratified surprised if/when it happens.

As always, this weekly campfire tells us

what you are reading or

what you have read that you think everyone needs to read as well!

It is very important that you include links and even more important that you not only give a description of the fic, but tell us

WHY YOU LOVE IT!

Don't forget to give us a link.

This week, your challenge is to rec us the angstiest fic you ever read that you LOVED. One that really brought tears to your eyes. The fic you will never forget or the fic that you are dying to update so you can feel the pain once again. I always ask for happyfic. It was time I asked for some pain!

BUT REMEMBER, YOU CAN REC ANYTHING. NOT JUST ANGST. WE HAVE HAD LOADS OF REC-POSTS LATELY AND THOSE CAN GET LOST IN THE SHUFFLE, SO MAKE SURE TO PUT WHAT YOU WANT PEOPLE TO READ HERE. STUDIES* SHOW THAT PEOPLE READ IT!

Also, if you are reading something that someone else recs, you can discuss it or concur here. That helps campers decide if they want to read it as well!

*;)

Hey all!

Just wondering if anyone knows of any actual books for sale (or Kindle) that are along the lines of The Submissive? 

I guess what appeals to me about that one is the very strong male character, who needs to control and dominate (but not in a slave way) and a woman who decides to let herself become controlled by someone.

Not necessarily looking for one of those .99 cent Kindle books that are just smut smut smut, but a real, fleshed out, good read. Character development, etc.

Secondary, if nothing like that exists, a good romance with a controlling male (not necessarily Dom).

Thanks! 

I'm on a weird kick....

kinda tl/dr, but still interesting

Oh my....

ETA: Mods, not sure if this is OK to post. No problem if you delete it, of course

Ranger edit:  Howzabout you toss in a rec to amuse us? Or open a discussion about it?   

Rec: Everlasting Why

Discussion: Er, like it/don't like it??

The Tales From The Void Contest is going to be kicking off soon! We just wanted to announce that we will be open to take submissions beginning February 10th.

We are looking for Sci-Fi and fantasy O/S of all genre's. Give us time travel, aliens, space travel, alternate universes, apocalypse, witches, psychics, robots and monsters. 

For a list of rules and prizes, please visit the ff.net page or you can contact us on twitter @TwiSciFi or @SoapyMayhem

Unbecoming Chapter 5

So any theories? Why did Edward divorce Bella so suddenly, even though he knew that she was pregnant (but obviously still cares about her a lot)? Why did the Cullens stopped talking to her as well? What really caused her miscarriage and why doesn't she want Edward to know? And anyone love Emmett in this story as much as I do? Oh and Tanya and Jane as well!

Come in and discuss!

Sorry if this is a stupid question, but I've been wondering about this for a while now, and don't recall seeing it specifically addressed.

Should I be reading and giving reviews on ADF instead of FF?

I am so grateful for ADF.  It's a pretty rare day that I don't at least take a peak from my phone to see what y'all are posting about and recommending.  I'd like to be a good camper and support ADF and it's authors.  I truly appreciate everyone's efforts to make this such a unique place to hang out and/or lurk.  But it seems my habit is to actually read stories on FF, not ADF.

So, as writers, do you prefer to have your read and review counts show up on FF or ADF?  Is there a benefit to having higher numbers at one place or the other?  Does ADF benefit by having higher numbers?

REC:  If , like me, you put off reading LJ Summers Open Up Next to You due to angst, the sequel (Tender is the Night) has progressed enough that you can really dig in and enjoy them both.  The new character in the sequel has the potential to be one of the best ever in AU fan fiction!  (I didn't add a link since I wasn't sure if it was better to link to FF or ADF).

Time to Feed the Forest!

Well... their creativity, at least...

I'm lame. I know. Now you do, too.  Just go in the campfire already.

.  .  .

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!

Come in and chat about CHAPTER FIVE!!!!

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7770738/5/

http://www.adifferentforest.com/Fiction/Title/920/Tender_is_the_Night/5

Be warned, we talk specifics here...

i need help finding a fic. my head hurts from thinking too hard. :333

bella and edward are in university (grad school maybe?). they are busy with school and after a week of exams or something they finally get to bang. lol. bella was a virgin or something and apparently edward has such a big penis that bella can't walk and jokingly asks edward to carry her to the get together that they have to attend to in honor of edward. idk it was pretty much a PWP but it's bothering me so much!

ANYWAY. here's my rec

the keepsake by windchymes

summary: Some things you never forget, they just hurt too much to remember.
 

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7562914/1/The_Keepsake

so unique. and pretty writing. and stuff is about to get real

So I am getting antsy, waiting for Rob to emerge from somewhere...

HOPING that his hair is shooting out of his head at some heightened, magical growth rate.  Then this appears:

Looks like there's nuthin' there.   Ah well, at least he isn't simultaneously growing a hippie beard.

Trying to think of a rec that's about HAIR.   Can you?

Okay, can't think of one, so I'll rec this fabulous story, which really should be a proper published book.  I love the scarred and tormented scientist Edward and the way they slowly fall in love.  The time travel is credible, I promise.  A smart, determined Bella too.  What's not to love?

CLOCKWORK

Bella is a scientist in 1942. In 2010, Edward suffers from a traumatic past. A chance event allows their paths to cross, but decisions they have not yet made threaten to tear them apart. AH
Twilight - Rated: M - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 33 - Words: 197,460 - Reviews: 3209 - Updated: 1-7-12 - Published: 5-24-10 - Edward & Bella - Complete

Hm, there's no tag for 'hair'

 Does anyone know of any good twilight fics that have under 1,000 reviews? ...

here is a few you can check out..... twilight.... bxe....M...

Up Love's Creek by LondonGoth  147 reviews

A story about growing up, finding friendships that last a lifetime,and finding yourself up love's creek without a paddle. AH Rated 'M' for language and sexual content.

Letting Down the Walls by Edward's my obsession1971  397 reviews

Bella is a transfer to U Dub from Phoenix with severe self-esteem issues from a chronic disease. Edward is a med school student seeing patents at his Dad's practice. When they meet, will Bella let Edward in her life or is she too damaged for love?

Jar of Hearts by sunflowersongs  742 reviews

Bella Swan, a shy, quiet librarian finds herself bewildered to be pursued by the handsome and charming Edward Cullen. A little drama, a little humor, a lot of romance.

Tomorrow Is Another Day by LyricalKris  435 reviews

In the post Civil War South, there are consequences for a Northern man who falls for a Southern Belle. A story of a friendship ripped apart by war, and rebuilding your life after near total devastation.

All the Days After by iheartrpattz   386 reviews

Edward is a 30 year old widower trying to figure out his life after losing his beloved wife. Can 18 yr. old Bella start over and forget her past. This is a story of All the Days After trying to move on.

Twilight Through the Looking Glass by Willa Mitty   117 reviews

A chapter-by-chapter rewrite of the original . . . in reverse. This time, Edward is an ordinary human boy living with his mother in Forks, and Bella and Charlie are Cullen "cousins" who have just moved into town . . .

Sandcastles and Making it Work by duhitsangie    804 reviews

Bella is spending her spring break in Florida with her mom, and she's hating being away from her friends. Can a certain bronze haired boy change that? *2nd place in Showers to Flowers contest* NOW EXPANDED

Fated Love by twilover76    971 reviews

After a tragic death, Bella maintained a safe, yet lonely existence until an unexpected encounter on a stalled elevator ignited a fairy-tale romance. Bella and Edward throw caution to the wind and find what truly makes life worth living. AH/M

Beautiful Complications by Discordia81   122 reviews

Bella and Edward's hook up at a party causes a rift among their friends but they can't stay away from each other. When Edward leaves for Italy and Bella realizes she's attracted to her friend Claire, their already shaky relationship is threatened.

I'll stop here .... I could go on for a while lol ... tell me if one of the links is wrong..
 

Sometimes... the words just won't come. No matter how much you wrestle and argue and plead with them.

Sometimes stepping away helps. Sometimes reading something else altogether helps. For some, it's watching television or taking a jog. For others, it's a nice long nap. 

I was originally going to make this all about writing MUSIC since that's what always works for me, but I thought, hale, let's make it broader than that.

So what do you YOU do when you need a writing pick me up? What gets the mojo going again?

Post pics, songs, videos, gifs... whatever gets you writing.

Oh! And here's another one of my writing pick me ups:

Has anyone already mentioned this?

I'm not that current on movies but I saw this trailer and immediately thought "Hey, didn't I read that story already? Why yes, yes I did. I think LambCullen wrote it, then pulled it, then reposted it, then pulled it." hahaha

I'm just wondering what other fanfic stories have preceded Hollywood! Do you think producers and screen writers are trolling fanfic for ideas?

My rec is Proud by Jennde - (I don't know how to add the link)
Her Edward makes me swoon. And it's not too angsty as my heart can barely take anymore angst these days.
 

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7617777/1/Proud_Fictionista_Witfit_Prompts_Winter_2011_2012

Booya!  On an iPad to boot!

(Supernatural spoiler alert)

Can any of you direct me to a good Supernatural fanfiction community? I'm looking for any story that explores the most recent episode (The Slice Girls), specifically Dean's emotions about the death of his daughter. Fic diving has resulted in a bunch of poorly written crap and/or stories that don't focus on what I was hoping for.

My Twilight rec is a lovely vignette that didn't get anywhere NEAR the attention it deserves.

Wayfaring New Moon AU. Edward returns home from Volterra to a wary Bella. Edward talks about his ugly past. Bella goes shooting. Racism themes.