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Top-25 List
February 21st - February 27th, 2011. Over the last week 66,916 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	A former #1 here for a 13th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
24.	A three-time #1 here for a 35th week, Ambrosia's alternative Original / Uber novel Blessings In Disguise (187 pages).
23.	A former #1 here for a 11th week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novella On The Fast Track To Love (144 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
22.	For a 4th week, Kamouraskan's alternative Original / Uber short-story Stalker (13 pages).
21.	For a 12th week, Greek Warrior's alternative Original / Uber novel Leather and Lace (238 pages).
20.	For a 7th week, D's alternative X:WP novel Blood Bond (431 pages).
19.	For a 7th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novel First (247 pages).
18.	For a 5th week, Meghan O'Brien's alternative Original / Uber novella End Game (73 pages).
17.	Meghan O'Brien's alternative Original / Uber short-story Who We Are Not (22 pages).
16.	For a 53rd week, Tas's alternative Original / Uber (Futuristic) novel Return (The) (306 pages).
15.	A three-time #1 here for a 17th week, Fingersmith's alternative Original / Uber novel Critical (178 pages).
14.	A former #1 here for a 8th week, Revan's alternative Original / Uber novel Second Soul (194 pages).
13.	A former #1 here for a 11th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
12.	A three-time #1 here for a 14th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
11.	For a 8th week, Bel-Wah (Belle Reilly)'s alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novel High Intensity (203 pages).
10.	A three-time #1 here for a 37th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
9.	For a 2nd week, Annazon Fox's alternative Original / Uber (Pre-1900) short-story Redemption (38 pages).
8.	Shadylady, T. Stratton, Debbie Dee, and Wizzy's alternative Original / Uber novella Who's Out In Africa (61 pages).
7.	For a 3rd week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel Sarah's Choice (196 pages).
6.	A former #1 here for a 2nd week, Estillore's alternative Original / Uber short-story Wedding (The) (5 pages).
5.	A former #1 here for a 3rd week, Cas's alternative Original / Uber novel Warrior Mine (175 pages).
4.	A four-time #1 here for a 12th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
3.	For a 5th week, Cephalgia and MJ's alternative Original / Uber novel Connecting Hearts (200 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
2.	For a 2nd week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber short-story V1: A Valentine's Day Odyssey (39 pages). This is part 3 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	and 2010 Story Of The Year For a 55th week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages). This is Omega13's 11th #1!

February 14th - February 20th, 2011. Over the last week 68,196 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	For a 8th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Secret History of Vampires (The) (412 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
24.	A former #1 here for a 10th week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novella On The Fast Track To Love (144 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
23.	A three-time #1 here for a 13th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
22.	For a 11th week, Colleen's alternative Original / Uber novel Just a Breath Away (155 pages - Unfinished).
21.	For a 8th week, Alex Tryst's alternative Original / Uber novel Stick to the Script (184 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
20.	A two-time #1 here for a 36th week, Xenasgrrl's alternative Original / Uber novel Safe Place (A) (247 pages).
19.	A two-time #1 here for a 30th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Chance (230 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
18.	D's alternative Birds of Prey short-story Rolling Down Memory Lane (26 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
17.	romansilence's alternative Stargate SG-1 (Futuristic) short-story When You Feel Longing, Sing of Women in Love (32 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
16.	For a 2nd week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber short-story Jericho Part II - Lost Episode (6 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
15.	A three-time #1 here for a 16th week, Fingersmith's alternative Original / Uber novel Critical (178 pages).
14.	A former #1 here for a 12th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
13.	For a 2nd week, Annazon Fox's alternative Law and Order: SVU short-story Propositions (35 pages).
12.	Allie's alternative Law and Order: SVU novella Open to Persuasion (135 pages).
11.	D's alternative Birds of Prey short-story Dear Diary (25 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
10.	For a 2nd week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel Sarah's Choice (196 pages).
9.	A former #1 here for a 10th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
8.	Estillore's alternative Original / Uber short-story My Valentine (1 page).
7.	A three-time #1 here for a 36th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
6.	A four-time #1 here for a 11th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
5.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 54th week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
4.	Annazon Fox's alternative Original / Uber (Pre-1900) short-story Redemption (38 pages).
3.	A former #1 here for a 2nd week, Cas's alternative Original / Uber novel Warrior Mine (175 pages).
2.	Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber short-story V1: A Valentine's Day Odyssey (39 pages). This is part 3 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	Estillore's alternative Original / Uber short-story Wedding (The) (5 pages). This is Estillore's 4th #1!

February 7th - February 13th, 2011. Over the last week 69,242 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	A two-time #1 here for a 18th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Please Baby (138 pages).
24.	Rae D. Magdon's alternative Law and Order: SVU short-story From The Outside (4 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
23.	Geonn Cannon's alternative Original / Uber short-story Little Gossip (A) (25 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
22.	A two-time #1 here for a 35th week, Xenasgrrl's alternative Original / Uber novel Safe Place (A) (247 pages).
21.	A former #1 here for a 11th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
20.	For a 7th week, Jynaki's alternative Original / Uber novella Scarz (90 pages).
19.	A former #1 here for a 9th week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novella On The Fast Track To Love (144 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
18.	Rae D. Magdon's alternative Law and Order: SVU novella Alternating Currents (65 pages - Unfinished). This is part 4 in a Series.
17.	A former #1 here for a 5th week, Alex the Cat's alternative Original / Uber short-story Apartment for Rent (28 pages).
16.	A former #1 here for a 6th week, Cheyne's alternative Original / Uber novella Nature of the Beast (98 pages).
15.	For a 15th week, S X Meagher's alternative Original / Uber novel Right Thing (The) (478 pages).
14.	For a 7th week, Lisa S.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Refuge (79 pages - Unfinished).
13.	Annazon Fox's alternative X:WP short-story Godspeed, Amazons (25 pages).
12.	A three-time #1 here for a 12th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
11.	A three-time #1 here for a 35th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
10.	A former #1 here for a 9th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
9.	A two-time #1 here for a 29th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Chance (230 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
8.	filfil's alternative Original / Uber novella Desperate Measures (79 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
7.	A four-time #1 here for a 10th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
6.	Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber short-story Jericho Part II - Lost Episode (6 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
5.	Alwayzdreamin's alternative Original / Uber short-story Dress Blues (11 pages).
4.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 53rd week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
3.	Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel Sarah's Choice (196 pages).
2.	Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel On the Fast Track to Love 2 (249 pages). This is part 2 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	Cas's alternative Original / Uber novel Warrior Mine (175 pages). This is Cas's 4th #1!

January 31st - February 6th, 2011. Over the last week 56,981 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	For a 37th week, Spyrel's alternative Conqueror (Ancient) novel Pretium Silenti (216 pages).
24.	A three-time #1 here for a 34th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
23.	For a 29th week, Cheyne's alternative Original / Uber novel Renegade (280 pages).
22.	A three-time #1 here for a 11th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
21.	A former #1 here for a 50th week, Catherine Burke's alternative Original / Uber novel With All of My Heart (265 pages).
20.	For a 8th week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Whispering Pines (199 pages).
19.	A three-time #1 here for a 34th week, Ambrosia's alternative Original / Uber novel Blessings In Disguise (187 pages).
18.	For a 23rd week, S X Meagher's alternative Original / Uber novel All That Matters (658 pages).
17.	A former #1 here for a 10th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
16.	For a 48th week, A.K. Naten's alternative Original / Uber novel Turning Tides (272 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
15.	For a 23rd week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Finding My Way (215 pages).
14.	For a 14th week, B L Miller's alternative Original / Uber novel Accidental Love (275 pages).
13.	A former #1 here for a 9th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novel Twilight (371 pages).
12.	A two-time #1 and 2008 Story Of The Year here for a 63rd week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel Dark Side of the Moon (The) (330 pages).
11.	For a 10th week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novella Rage of Eden (The) (136 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
10.	For a 22nd week, Day's alternative Original / Uber novel October (150 pages).
9.	For a 3rd week, maggielassie's alternative X:WP short-story Another Way (33 pages).
8.	A former #1 here for a 82nd week, dabkey's alternative Original / Uber novel And Playing the Role of Herself... (243 pages).
7.	For a 5th week, D. Virtue's alternative Original / Uber novel Corporate Raider (The) (349 pages).
6.	For a 5th week, C. Paradee's alternative Original / Uber novella Agent (The) (118 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
5.	A four-time #1 here for a 9th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
4.	For a 16th week, Susanne Beck and TNovan's alternative Original / Uber novel Driven (273 pages).
3.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 52nd week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
2.	A former #1 here for a 3rd week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novel Diera's Lyric (257 pages). This is part 2 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	A former #1 here for a 8th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series. This is Ann McMan's 1st #1!

January 24th - January 30th, 2011. Over the last week 61,272 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	A two-time #1 here for a 17th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Please Baby (138 pages).
24.	A former #1 here for a 3rd week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel White Fever (189 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
23.	For a 47th week, A.K. Naten's alternative Original / Uber novel Turning Tides (272 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
22.	For a 5th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novella Eye of the Beholder (57 pages).
21.	For a 7th week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Whispering Pines (199 pages).
20.	A former #1 here for a 15th week, Capt_Esq's alternative Original / Uber novella Dorian's Desire (50 pages).
19.	A former #1 here for a 9th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
18.	A three-time #1 here for a 30th week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel Rumors (180 pages).
17.	A three-time #1 here for a 10th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
16.	A two-time #1 here for a 13th week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novel Falcon and the Handmaiden (The) (245 pages).
15.	A former #1 here for a 32nd week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel One Good Memory (169 pages).
14.	A former #1 here for a 8th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novel Twilight (371 pages).
13.	For a 21st week, Day's alternative Original / Uber novel October (150 pages).
12.	A three-time #1 here for a 33rd week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
11.	A two-time #1 and 2008 Story Of The Year here for a 62nd week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel Dark Side of the Moon (The) (330 pages).
10.	A former #1 here for a 81st week, dabkey's alternative Original / Uber novel And Playing the Role of Herself... (243 pages).
9.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 51st week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
8.	For a 4th week, D. Virtue's alternative Original / Uber novel Corporate Raider (The) (349 pages).
7.	For a 2nd week, maggielassie's alternative X:WP short-story Another Way (33 pages).
6.	A four-time #1 here for a 8th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
5.	For a 9th week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novella Rage of Eden (The) (136 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
4.	For a 15th week, Susanne Beck and TNovan's alternative Original / Uber novel Driven (273 pages).
3.	For a 4th week, C. Paradee's alternative Original / Uber novella Agent (The) (118 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
2.	A former #1 here for a 2nd week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novel Diera's Lyric (257 pages). This is part 2 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	For a 8th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series. This is Ann McMan's first #1!

January 17th - January 23rd, 2011. Over the last week 63,970 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	For a 13th week, B L Miller's alternative Original / Uber novel Accidental Love (275 pages).
24.	A three-time #1 here for a 9th week, Cas's alternative X:WP novel When Do You Know? (364 pages).
23.	For a 6th week, Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber short-story October Romance (An) (48 pages).
22.	For a 2nd week, silverwriter01's alternative Glee novella Plans Change, Dreams Change (64 pages).
21.	A former #1 here for a 80th week, dabkey's alternative Original / Uber novel And Playing the Role of Herself... (243 pages).
20.	For a 3rd week, Rae D. Magdon's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Witch's Daughter (The) (134 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
19.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 50th week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
18.	For a 5th week, T. Chase's alternative Original / Uber short-story Into The Flame (5 pages).
17.	A former #1 here for a 2nd week, Dee's alternative Original / Uber novel Roadtrip (151 pages).
16.	For a 4th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novella Eye of the Beholder (57 pages).
15.	For a 2nd week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Jolene (59 pages).
14.	For a 6th week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Whispering Pines (199 pages).
13.	A two-time #1 here for a 12th week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novel Falcon and the Handmaiden (The) (245 pages).
12.	Xenamungrrr's alternative X:WP short-story Living in the Past: Book 3: Chaos Theory (29 pages - Unfinished). This is part 3 in a Series.
11.	A former #1 here for a 7th week, Kim Pritekel's alternative Original / Uber novel Twilight (371 pages).
10.	For a 20th week, Day's alternative Original / Uber novel October (150 pages).
9.	A four-time #1 here for a 7th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
8.	For a 3rd week, D. Virtue's alternative Original / Uber novel Corporate Raider (The) (349 pages).
7.	D's alternative Multi-Fandom short-story Snippets of Solstice (22 pages).
6.	For a 14th week, Susanne Beck and TNovan's alternative Original / Uber novel Driven (273 pages).
5.	maggielassie's alternative X:WP short-story Another Way (33 pages).
4.	For a 3rd week, C. Paradee's alternative Original / Uber novella Agent (The) (118 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
3.	For a 8th week, Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novella Rage of Eden (The) (136 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
2.	For a 8th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series. And the most read story of the week was...
1.	Lucien St Clare's alternative Original / Uber novel Diera's Lyric (257 pages). This is part 2 in a Series. This is Lucien St Clare's 3rd #1!

January 10th - January 16th, 2011. Over the last week 68,707 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	A former #1 here for a 8th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
24.	Korkyra's alternative X:WP novel Journey of Discovery: Part Two: Dénouement (156 pages). This is part 4 in a Series.
23.	romansilence's alternative Sanctuary short-story I Called her Nina (9 pages).
22.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 49th week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
21.	For a 4th week, J. S. Connolly's alternative Original / Uber short-story Opening Doors (27 pages - Unfinished).
20.	For a 5th week, Alice D.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Surviving the Storm (88 pages - Unfinished).
19.	For a 22nd week, S X Meagher's alternative Original / Uber novel All That Matters (658 pages).
18.	For a 4th week, Alex P.'s alternative X:WP novella Keeper of My Soul -- Always (The) (86 pages).
17.	For a 5th week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Whispering Pines (199 pages).
16.	Norsebard's alternative X:WP novella Reflection (81 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
15.	For a 7th week, Kim Phoenix's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novella Moon, Sun and Stars (78 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
14.	For a 9th week, L.N. James's alternative Original / Uber novel Chicago 5AM (200 pages).
13.	For a 2nd week, Rae D. Magdon's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Witch's Daughter (The) (134 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
12.	silverwriter01's alternative Original / Uber short-story Extraordinary Adventures of Brice Johnson, Bus Driver (The): The Fourth Adventure (48 pages). This is part 4 in a Series.
11.	Alison Brooks's alternative Original / Uber short-story For the First Time (2 pages).
10.	Yorksbard's alternative X:WP short-story Journey to Recovery (25 pages).
9.	A four-time #1 here for a 6th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished).
8.	For a 2nd week, D. Virtue's alternative Original / Uber novel Corporate Raider (The) (349 pages).
7.	romansilence's alternative NCIS short-story Very nice, Officer David (12 pages).
6.	Rhuarc Black's alternative Original / Uber short-story Change Your Life (5 pages).
5.	Kim Phoenix's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novella Moon, Sun and Stars 2: Life of an Immortal (128 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.
4.	For a 7th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
3.	silverwriter01's alternative Glee novella Plans Change, Dreams Change (64 pages).
2.	Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Jolene (59 pages). And the most read story of the week was...
1.	Dee's alternative Original / Uber novel Roadtrip (151 pages). This is Dee's 4th #1!

January 3rd - January 9th, 2011. Over the last week 57,705 links were followed to stories that we host or link from other sites. You can always view previous week's lists here!
25.	A three-time #1 here for a 32nd week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novel Scarred for Life (252 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
24.	A three-time #1 here for a 21st week, Cheyne's alternative Original / Uber novel Clandestine (155 pages).
23.	For a 7th week, Bel-Wah (Belle Reilly)'s alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) novel High Intensity (203 pages).
22.	For a 46th week, A.K. Naten's alternative Original / Uber novel Turning Tides (272 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
21.	A former #1 here for a 2nd week, silverwriter01's alternative Original / Uber short-story Extraordinary Adventures of Brice Johnson, Bus Driver (The): The Third Adventure (41 pages). This is part 3 in a Series.
20.	A two-time #1 here for a 16th week, Shea K.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Please Baby (138 pages).
19.	A three-time #1 here for a 29th week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel Rumors (180 pages).
18.	A former #1 here for a 22nd week, Amber's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novel Freedom's Heart (472 pages).
17.	For a 4th week, Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber novel Whispering Pines (199 pages).
16.	A two-time #1 and 2008 Story Of The Year here for a 61st week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel Dark Side of the Moon (The) (330 pages).
15.	For a 7th week, Leslie Ann Miller's alternative Conqueror (Ancient) novella Conquered (60 pages).
14.	A former #1 here for a 11th week, D. J. Belt's alternative Original / Uber novella Angelique (70 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
13.	A two-time #1 here for a 28th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Chance (230 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
12.	For a 12th week, B L Miller's alternative Original / Uber novel Accidental Love (275 pages).
11.	A former #1 here for a 31st week, BadSquirrel's alternative Original / Uber novel One Good Memory (169 pages).
10.	For a 11th week, Lynne Norris's alternative Original / Uber novel Second Chances (336 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
9.	For a 5th week, Calliopenjo's alternative Original / Uber novella When Truth Comes Pain (97 pages).
8.	A ten-time #1 and 2010 Story Of The Year here for a 48th week, Omega13's alternative Original / Uber novel Denial (352 pages).
7.	For a 8th week, Sai Wielder's alternative Original / Uber short-story English Breakfast (31 pages).
6.	A former #1 here for a 79th week, dabkey's alternative Original / Uber novel And Playing the Role of Herself... (243 pages).
5.	For a 6th week, Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Jericho (513 pages). This is part 1 in a Series.
4.	A former #1 here for a 7th week, J. Falconer's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Eagle's Reach (148 pages).
3.	For a 8th week, Claudette Dillard's alternative Original / Uber novella Kendal (142 pages).
2.	A former #1 here for a 5th week, Cheyne's alternative Original / Uber novella Nature of the Beast (98 pages). And the most read story of the week was...
1.	A four-time #1 here for a 5th week, Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (237 pages - Unfinished). This is Windstar and Zee's 8th #1!


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Tuesday, August 16th, 2011

We like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum. The Mighty Lu Bu has penned alternative X:WP short-story Old Woman (5 pages).
Lady D's alternative Original/Uber novella I See You (127 pages).
Part 8 (11 more pages) of Onesockbard's alternative X:WP novella Birdie's Song X - Gone (140 pages in 8 parts - Unfinished). This is part 10 in a Series.

Thursday, August 11th, 2011

The Conclusion (33 more pages) of Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Dust (Completed story is 225 pages in 10 parts + Epilogue).

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

Mochamaker's alternative Rizzoli & Isles/L&O: SVU novella Blondes Have All the Fun (62 pages).
Ijay's alternative Original/Uber short-story Special Day (4 pages).
Ijay's alternative Original/Uber short-story Coming Home (37 pages).

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

silverwriter01's alternative Original/Uber short-story Extraordinary Adventures of Brice Johnson, Bus Driver (The): The Sixth Adventure (20 pages). This is part 6 in a Series.
Chapter 1 (41 more pages) of Zipplic's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) novella Beggar's Flip (54 pages in 2 chapters - Unfinished). This is part 2 in a Series.
Chapters 15-17 (18 more pages) of Colleen's alternative Original / Uber novel Just a Breath Away (173 pages in 17 chapters - Unfinished).

Sunday, July 31, 2011

A quick note to let folks know we are planning to catch up on updates after another rough patch...we have tales and parts from Mochamaker, Ijay, Ann McMan, silverwriter01, Zipplic, Shea K., Onesockbard, D. J. Belt, Boudica X, Norsebard, Rae Magdon, R.D. Wylder, Lady D, Colleen, Palabrino and a new bards to post. :-)

Thanks for your patience,
Bardeyes & WebWarrior

Thursday, June 16th, 2011

Just a quick update today...
The Conclusion (111 more pages) of Norsebard's alternative Original / Uber novel Playing With Fire (231 pages in 2 parts).

Reader Recommendations - (Hide)

Playing With Fire By Norsebard (Original / Uber - Modern, 231 Pages)
Great story. You have me hanging on to see what happens next in this wonderful tale. Very much looking forward to the update. - colorado fan - Jun-16-2011

Dancing With The Bride By Penelope Street (Original / Uber - Modern, 16 Pages)
Sweet and comforting. We really had come a long way. I loved the story. - Alake - Jun-16-2011

Dark Side of the Moon (The) By BadSquirrel (Original / Uber - Modern, 330 Pages)
Hmm, where to start....... Fantastic characters that I found very real, great story, very well written. It was a pleasure to read, I cried, I laughed, this story really should be published. - Angie - Jun-16-2011

Breaching Barriers By C. Paradee (Conqueror - Ancient, 76 Pages)
One of my favorites. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-15-2011

Stirred By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 127 Pages)
i really like this series.. so i'm contemplating reading 'strained' immediately or getting some much needed sleep first.. as if that's a hard decision to make.. 'strained' here i come! - xtra dog - Jun-15-2011

Shaken By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 156 Pages)
nice story, indeed.. leaves me with anticipation for the follow-up.. so i'm off to read 'stirred' right now.. - xtra dog - Jun-15-2011

Wednesday, June 15th, 2011

Larisa's alternative Glee short-story Conspiring (23 pages).
Norsebard's alternative Original/Uber novella Playing With Fire (120 pages - Unfinished).
Chapter 7 (27 more pages) of Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Dust (192 pages in 7 chapters - Unfinished).

Reader Recommendations - (Hide)

Taught by Love By Zoe (Original / Uber - Modern, 398 Pages)
Good Read. I like the interaction between the main characters. Fiesty. - ~M - Jun-14-2011

1.11 - Influence (post The Black Wolf) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
go here, there's stories all the way through the 2nd season http://www.academyofbards.org/authors/texbard.html - Nicole - Jun-14-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 192 Pages - Unfinished)
Ann McMan you are one of the best author's out there. Thank you for giving us another fantastic story. I just can't seem to stay away until the last chapter is posted... they say patience is a virtue but I'm a instant gratification reader ;-) Please, please post faster - ha. - colorado fan - Jun-14-2011

Which Way to Sway By Red Hope (X:WP, 45 Pages)
Another great story. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-14-2011

Infinite Possibilities By Cate Swannell (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 254 Pages)
Although I really loved Ms. Swannell's other story better, this one was also fairly entertaining and well worth taking the time to read. - uber goober - Jun-14-2011

Window in Time (A) By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 45 Pages)
what a cute, romantic story. I too wish it had been longer. liked the twist at the end. Thanks to the recommendation, I've found another bard I really enjoy. Going to go back and check out her other work. - colorado fan - Jun-14-2011

Elevated Interlude By Creme Brulee (Original / Uber - Modern, 17 Pages)
I really enjoyed this story. Witty and very well written. These are two women who really bring this story alive. Very good:-) - Lyn B - Jun-14-2011

Home By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 125 Pages)
This is a realistic portrait of the beginning of a relationship between two women who have been scarred by what has happened to them before they meet. Kelly and Susan are very well rounded characters and the ending of the story feels like there should be a sequel after it. Well worth reading. - Lyn B - Jun-14-2011

Old Wounds New Beginnings By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 115 Pages)
Another great story. - sassy123 - Jun-14-2011

Hawk Run Chronicles (The): Welcome Home By Skippy (Original / Uber - Modern, 67 Pages - Unfinished)
The story is finished. - Anonymous - Jun-14-2011

Renegade By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 280 Pages)
exellent story - agata - Jun-14-2011

Under The Mistletoe By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 10 Pages)
..only the beginning.. of a sequel? there's some potential to come up with a very funny sequel.. given tess' state.. - xtra dog - Jun-13-2011

Road from Kilimanjaro (The) By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 127 Pages)
this is really a wonderful story.. the way the author describes the trek across the mountain makes you feel like a part of the expedition.. nice subtext (maintext?) as well.. especially loved the humour in the dialogues.. i recommend this story to everyone who is not looking for a thriller, horror or ghost story.. since such expectations are the only ones that could prevent you from enjoying this story.. - xtra dog - Jun-13-2011

Fetchin' Cousin Minnie By B. Soiree (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 415 Pages)
This is a really good story, however (and I'm dating myself here), when I was a kid I read a book called "How to Speak Southern." It was a very funny book but you definitely had to sound things out, I'm glad I had that experience and that the story was good enough to keep my attention. - ~M - Jun-13-2011

Fetchin' Cousin Minnie By B. Soiree (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 415 Pages)
This is a really good story, however (and I'm dating myself here), when I was a kid I read a book called "How to Speak Southern." It was a very funny book but you definitely had to sound things out, I'm glad I had that experience and that the story was good enough to keep my attention. - ~M - Jun-13-2011

After A Millennium A Renewal: Discussions By Kudara (Gargoyles - Modern, 406 Pages - Unfinished)
This is a great story even though its not finished. I would love to see a true ending this series. - Anonymous - Jun-13-2011

Conqueror's Touch (The) By Xena's Little Bitch (Conqueror - Ancient, 6 Pages)
By the Gods !!! Temperatures will rise with this one ! - Thothgirl - Jun-13-2011

Gladiator By Carola Rychan Eriksson (Conqueror - Ancient, 14 Pages)
Anything written by Carola Rychan Eriksson is great ! This story is superb. You feel the anguish and misery in this Gladiator's bleak existence. Very powerful. - Thothgirl22 - Jun-13-2011

Conqueror's Destiny (The) By J. A. Zollicoffer (Conqueror - Ancient, 176 Pages)
Thank you for sharing this story with us. It was excellent and kept my full attention all throughout. I read it in one sitting. An awesome cast of characters in here ! - Thothgirl - Jun-13-2011

Private Dining By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 10 Pages)
it's not just the wining and dining in this story, it's the message behind it.. really.. doesn't matter that it's also really hot.. - xtra dog - Jun-13-2011

1049 Club By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 285 Pages)
Absolutely fantastic read!! So well written I felt like I was there with the characters...The best story I have read in a long time, the emotion, the heartache, the love, unbelievable..I even cried.. Well done Kim! you are an amazing author!! long may that continue!! - RavenIrish - Jun-13-2011

New Lover Lust By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
sad but sweet.. - xtra dog - Jun-13-2011

It Never Rains, But It Pours By Red Raven (X:WP, 245 Pages)
Great Read would love a sequel. - Lysia - Jun-12-2011

Wordsmith (The) By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 48 Pages)
God, what a wonderful little short story, really original and hot! - Anja - Jun-12-2011

Ultimate Uber (The) By J. Falconer (Original / Uber - Modern, 5 Pages)
Approve. - Anonymous - Jun-12-2011

1.09 - One for Death the Hard Way (post Death In Chains) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
Really Good - Silver - Jun-11-2011

Heart of the Matter (The) By Cephalgia (Original / Uber - Modern, 133 Pages)
Very touching story, you could feel real love between characters. Great read. - Anonymous - Jun-11-2011

Gray Line By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages - Unfinished)
The second installment of this trilogy did not disappoint! Anxiously awaiting the third. - Jude - Jun-11-2011

Mended Hearts By Alix Stokes (Original / Uber - Modern, 124 Pages)
Unfinished sequel "Choices Of The Heart" part 1 and 2 http://www.academyofbards.org/fanfic/a/alix_choices1.html - Anonymous - Jun-11-2011

No Ocean Deep By Cate Swannell (Original / Uber - Modern, 278 Pages - Unfinished)
Another incredible tale of our two heroines. I love the way Cate Swannell writes a story so that you can actually picture the story in your mind as your reading it. - uber goober - Jun-11-2011

Heart's Passage By Cate Swannell (Original / Uber - Modern, 292 Pages)
That was a truely wonderful story! Great plot and characters that really makes the whole tale come to life as your reading it. - uber goober - Jun-11-2011

I Saw Xena Kissing Senticles: A Solstice Tale By Ann McMan (X:WP, 9 Pages)
Cute :-) - Silver - Jun-11-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 192 Pages - Unfinished)
love this author, can't wait for the rest of this story. - Silver - Jun-11-2011

One Good Memory By BadSquirrel (Original / Uber - Modern, 169 Pages)
i like this story One Good Memory...making me smile with all the fun serious meaning words. Robin, a truly womenly behaviour, where can i get this kind of women. How i wish i'm Maryl. BadSquirrel is truly talented. - zen - Jun-11-2011

Gabrielle and Xena (Deceased) By Mark Annetts (X:WP, 101 Pages)
i really, truly, sincerely dislike the final episode. i guess that's how epic it was seeing how i still feel the same years later, or, perhaps i was invested too much in the xena/gabrielle characters/relationship. it's all to say that i much prefer this as the final look at the two. good read. - kc - Jun-11-2011

It Could Be Worse By IseQween (X:WP, 10 Pages)
Link Broke. - Lysia - Jun-10-2011

Shell Game By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 186 Pages)
Well developed characters, captivating plot, witty lines... great story telling!! The writer's stories must be read to understand the talent of making the readers' actually experience the world of the characters... A great story can only come from a very talented writer! Please write more. - raspberry beret - Jun-10-2011

Rabbits of the Apocalypse By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 127 Pages)
A talented writer who pulls the reader to the world she has created... All her stories are a must read! - rasberryberet - Jun-10-2011

CyberEpic By Redhawk (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 90 Pages)
Nice story and a great job of writing - sassy123 - Jun-10-2011

Refuge By Lisa S. (Original / Uber - Modern, 79 Pages - Unfinished)
When is this one going to get finished? I NEED to know how it ends!! - Anonymous - Jun-10-2011

Is This It? By Ijay (Original / Uber - Modern, 27 Pages)
very well written for a first story. The emotion and passion in the story is very deep and develops gradually. It really reminds me of how magical love feels. Bette is surely an angle ssennt from above especially to Nadia. I demand a sequel... - viva - Jun-10-2011

Gloria's Inn By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 93 Pages)
Enjoyed it a lot :) Loved first guests at the Inn ;) Good job. - Anonymous - Jun-10-2011

Taking a Chance By planetsolin (Original / Uber - Modern, 132 Pages)
Really worth reading - Anja - Jun-10-2011

Torn Deep By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 73 Pages)
Part 2 of story is missing. [Editor's Note: Hmmm...I appears to be there when I just looked. 6-15-2011] - Lyn B - Jun-10-2011

Promise (The) Part 3 By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 76 Pages)
Very good ending to the series:-) It's very well written and brings the soul mates together full circle. The story has tension and romance. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-10-2011

Reunions By Sinful (X:WP, 140 Pages)
Another good story. - Silver - Jun-10-2011

Promise (The) By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 121 Pages)
A very well written story. It's a little different to the usual romantic story in part 1, but the story develops and unfolds more in part 2. Poignant and romantic. If you believe in soul mates meeting again, this story is a nice twist on the theme. I enjoyed reading this story and am looking forward to read part 3. Worth a read:-) - Lyn B - Jun-10-2011

Remember, Never to Forget By Sinful (X:WP, 227 Pages)
The start was brutal, but it made a brilliant hurt comfort story. - Silver - Jun-10-2011

Permission To Recover By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 582 Pages)
great story, hope there's more to come. - Anonymous - Jun-10-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
WOW, Okay. How can you describe a story that horrifies you and grips you at the same time. WOW, jus wow. I love/hate/love this story. Because..... well just read it and you'll see but be warned its not an easy/lite read. - F. - Jun-10-2011

Dwelling in the Past By Fingersmith (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages)
great story with lots of mystery.. very well written.. without the spoilers i would have hated the ending, though.. - xtra dog - Jun-10-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
wow... that was the first word to come to mind at the end of the story. Literate, smart, engrossing -- and yes very disturbing -- story that nevertheless has the timeless idea of love conquering all. Highly recommend, but not for the squeamish. - squinty - Jun-10-2011

Penance By Korkyra (X:WP, 6 Pages)
Someone finally fixed it. Well written - cmwulf - Jun-09-2011

Joanna (I Love You) By Mandygirl78 (Facts Of Life - Modern, 40 Pages)
Nicely done. - Nada - Jun-09-2011

Deception and Distraction By Mochamaker (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 8 Pages)
Funny. Very funny. Thanks. - nada - Jun-09-2011

Deception and Distraction By Mochamaker (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 8 Pages)
Funny. Very funny. Thanks. - nada - Jun-09-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 192 Pages - Unfinished)
Love this story so far..."Evan was every bit as shocked as she would have been if Julia had suddenly whipped out an accordion and started playing top hits from The Lawrence Welk Show." This made me laughed until my face hurt. - Ramsey - Jun-09-2011

Still Life By Devize (Original / Uber - Modern, 19 Pages)
Very well written. Poignant and bittersweet. Devize's stories are always powerful and full of imagery and great characters. Well worth reading. Excellent - Lyn B - Jun-09-2011

Walking On Water, Running On Alcohol By The Fallen (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 78 Pages)
Kind of missed a real story... they were fighting and running... and fighting... and suddenly they are in love... - Anonymous - Jun-09-2011

Denial By Rae D. Magdon (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 29 Pages - Unfinished)
Love the story so far and can't wait until the next part is posted! - Anonymous - Jun-09-2011

Warlord Metal By Redhawk (Original / Uber - Modern, 203 Pages)
Great story of redemption. - sassy123 - Jun-09-2011

Several Devils By ROCFanKat (Original / Uber - Modern, 198 Pages)
The hilarity and mayhem never stop. Loved the characters. One of the funniest reads ever. - cmwulf - Jun-08-2011

Painting (The) By Bongo Bear (Original / Uber - Modern, 2 Pages)
Very thought provoking. It's complex and that's all I'll say as a spoiler. I've read it three times now and it's still intriguing. Worth a read:-) - Lyn B - Jun-08-2011

Window in Time (A) By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 45 Pages)
This was a fascinating and thought provoking story. It's more than a romance. It's very well written and definitely worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-08-2011

Laney's Beginning By Robin Hicks (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages)
Another great story. Job well done - sassy123 - Jun-08-2011

Dakota's Way By Robin Hicks (Original / Uber - Modern, 168 Pages)
A great story. Job well done - sassy123 - Jun-08-2011

Hearts and Flowers Border By Fingersmith (Original / Uber - Modern, 151 Pages)
as i am a teacher myself: very recognizable when it comes to how you address students.. lol.. very nice writing! - xtra dog - Jun-08-2011

Caught in the Trap By Claudette E. Dillard (Original / Uber - Modern, 114 Pages)
lovely story line well worth a read - chippy - Jun-08-2011

Caught in the Trap By Claudette E. Dillard (Original / Uber - Modern, 114 Pages)
i enjoyed this story very well writen - Anonymous - Jun-08-2011

Third Death (A) By C.L. Bactad (X:WP, 151 Pages)
This is a really great story if you like emotional tales this is the one to read had me crying and laughing all night long - erma - Jun-07-2011

Jericho By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 513 Pages)
I have no clue how I missed this story. Best story I have read all year!! I hope the author keeps writing. - Emily - Jun-07-2011

Kink and How to Work It (The) By Penumbra (Original / Uber - Modern, 68 Pages)
You will find working links to the Kinksserie here http://web.archive.org/web/20080716110822/http://xenafiction.net/styles/athenaeum_deepblue/author_pages/penumbra.html - Anonymous - Jun-07-2011

Careful What You Wish By R. D. Elliott (X:WP, 61 Pages)
This disturbing story brought me to tears several times throughout the reading. This is a dark and gut-wrenching piece as Xena struggles to repair the emotional and mental loss of Gabrielle's damaged mind. I found parts of this story so cruel and harrowing in the depiction of Gabrielle's brutal treatment into submission and so agonizing as Xena tries to put back the broken pieces of a ruined Gabrielle whose mind and body is so shattered by the repetitive brutality that was inflicted on her, that she is catatonic. Brace yourself for an emotionally powerful punch. If you like angst ridden stories like I do, this is it. This goes into my 'best of' category for classic Xena storytelling. - Karon Reiter - Jun-07-2011

Gray Line By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages - Unfinished)
YES!!! YES!!!!! brilliant second part can't wait for the last bit! - JettBlk - Jun-07-2011

What Are You Reading? By Mochamaker (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 4 Pages)
Ironic way to get the two together. And the title of the 'story', too funny. - B - Jun-06-2011

Deception and Distraction By Mochamaker (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 8 Pages)
Loved this short. Really rich characters, the despair just jumped off the pages. - sweetness - Jun-06-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
I usually don't like stories with gore and the like, but I gotta say I thoroughly enjoyed this story and the writing was excellent! Recommend this 100% - Anonymous - Jun-06-2011

Trading Rooms By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 21 Pages)
definitely funny.. and of course hot too.. - xtra dog - Jun-06-2011

In Her Arms By Sarah H. (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
Sweet and short :) Lovely! - Luie - Jun-06-2011

Dakota's Way By Robin Hicks (Original / Uber - Modern, 168 Pages)
I really loved this story. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-06-2011

Landslide By BG (Birds of Prey - Modern, 141 Pages)
This is the first chapter in such a beautifully written series. Whether or not you're a fan of the show, you'll be captivated by the characters and the love story. I'd love to read more BG! - Ginger - Jun-06-2011

Beginnings By Fingersmith (Original / Uber - Modern, 206 Pages)
loved the humour in the beginning.. especially the part where the siblings tease lou about their mother's reaction after lou was born.. laughed out loud at that one.. highly recommend this story!! - xtra dog - Jun-06-2011

Without A Front By Fletcher DeLancey (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 884 Pages)
FANTASTIC!!!!!!! Amazing plot, great characters, always love a strong warrior but enjoyed the inner strength of Salomen. Thanks for the exceptionally well written tale. More PLEASE.... - Anonymous - Jun-06-2011

Without A Front By Fletcher DeLancey (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 884 Pages)
FANTASTIC!!!!!!! Amazing plot, great characters, always love a strong warrior but enjoyed the inner strength of Salomen. Thanks for the exceptionally well written tale. More PLEASE.... - Anonymous - Jun-06-2011

Without A Front By Fletcher DeLancey (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 884 Pages)
IT.WAS.AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!! I enjoyed the interaction between the characters and immersing myself in their world of emotional 'fronting'. Would love the continuation of this series. Keep up the GREAT work Fletcher D. - toni - Jun-06-2011

Crybaby Bridge By Nene Adams (Bardwynna) (Original / Uber - Modern, 15 Pages)
I like ghost stories and this is a good yarn:-) Well worth reading as all Nene Adams stories are:-) - Lyn B - Jun-06-2011

Come Dawn By Nene Adams (Bardwynna) (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
Good horror story. It's a creepy ending. - Lyn B - Jun-06-2011

I Dream Of Genies By Nene Adams (Bardwynna) (Original / Uber - Modern, 74 Pages)
I'm surprised that no one has written about this story. It is a fast paced sequel featuring Jo and Evan. Their relationship is fun and the characters around them are vivid too. It's definitely worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-06-2011

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall By Nene Adams (Bardwynna) (Original / Uber - Modern, 44 Pages)
I enjoyed this story. It's very well written and full of romance, action and wonderful characters. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-06-2011

Christmas Special Delivery By Lois Kay (Original / Uber - Modern, 51 Pages)
A fun packed story. I enjoyed the Christmas coming together of the family:-) Very well written. It's leaves you smiling:-) - lyn B - Jun-06-2011

Crossing Over By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 26 Pages)
wheee.. hilary's back!! - xtra dog - Jun-05-2011

Threshold By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 15 Pages)
and here i were thinking that saint peter was the gate keeper.. only to find out that he has been replaced by milton.. even in heaven there is no such thing as job security.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Close Protection Officer By Lisa Countryman (NCIS - Modern, 242 Pages)
Another great fic from Lisa Countryman. I was familiar with her fics from Voyager fandom, and was happily surprised to find this fic from her. Now I've read this a couple of times, and it's just as good on repeated readings. I've, in fact, recommended this story on various other sites. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Surviving the Storm By Alice D. (Original / Uber - Modern, 100 Pages - Unfinished)
Great story! please finish! or another chapter:-) - Fan - Jun-05-2011

Remember, Never to Forget By Sinful (X:WP, 227 Pages)
wow thats is one very well written story I recommend that all Xenite reads this one if you don't ..........well you can not be truly a Xenite - erma - Jun-05-2011

Lucky Number Seven By Grayson Kelly (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
I think, you did very well on your first PWP attempt. I believe, a perfect way to end the series, would be with a third and final installment. You know, a happy ending... Girl gets girl for life! Please keep on writing, and I will keep on reading...:) - Gloria Jean - Jun-05-2011

Unspoken By Fingersmith (Original / Uber - Modern, 18 Pages)
very recognizable.. have had similar things happen to me in the library.. honestly.. some teenagers have asked me where to find books, elderly males have rubbed up on me, some very attractive women have made too much noice.. after reading this story i can't help feeling i have missed out on something.. can''t quite put my finger to it, though.. - xtra dog - Jun-05-2011

Fin de Siècle By Fingersmith (Original / Uber - Modern, 37 Pages)
splendid mixture of humour and misery, philosophy, angst, love,.. loved this line: "Initially I thought it was my imagination, but then realised I didn't have one." pretty graphic too.. - xtra dog - Jun-05-2011

Conquest Of The Heart By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Conqueror - Ancient, 60 Pages)
completely different take on the conqueror story.. with a few surprising twists.. definitely worth the read!! - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Halloween Tryst By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 22 Pages)
I can't really describe this story. It's well written; whimsical and quirky. I liked the story and the ending explains it all:-) Read it. - Lyn B - Jun-05-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
gory... morbid... awesome! and yes a part of it is sort of reminiscent of stephen king's gerald's game. only this story's plot, for me, has more oomph. to those who like stephen king's morbidly descriptive writing, read this. you wont regret it. - ann o'nymous - Jun-05-2011

Conquered By Leslie Ann Miller (Conqueror - Ancient, 60 Pages)
A sequel most definitely required. The most original Conqueror story I have read, thank you... - Anfor - Jun-05-2011

Crossing the Fire By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 20 Pages)
double thumbs up.. this story has such a high "awww" factor, it get's my breeches in a twist.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Sunday, June 5th, 2011

We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum. Mochamaker has penned the alternative Rizzoli & Isles vignette What Are You Reading? (4 pages).
Mochamaker's alternative Rizzoli & Isles short-story Deception and Distraction (8 pages).
The Conclusion (21 more pages) of Mandygirl78's alternative Facts Of Life short-story Joanna (I Love You) (Completed story is 40 pages in 2 parts).
Chapter 6 (31 more pages) of Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novel Dust (165 pages in 6 chapters - Unfinished).

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1.11 - Influence (post The Black Wolf) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
sorry to see that this was the last installment.. ever going to continue this series?? i, for one, certainly hope so.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

1.10 Fit for a Queen (post Hooves & Harlots) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 4 Pages)
ah the insights of my favourite harlot.. uh, amazon.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

1.09 - One for Death the Hard Way (post Death In Chains) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
tough imagining someone being so cleuless in this day and age.. but then again, they didn't "live" in our times, huh.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Gray Line By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages - Unfinished)
This is great! I've been waiting for this and it certainly did not disappoint. The wait for the third and final bit will be excruciating! Thank you so much for the time and effort y'all have put into writing this piece. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Born On Hallowe'd Eve By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 19 Pages)
A very quirky story. It's quite chilling and perfect for Halloween. It's well written. Not romantic, but well worth reading. Give it a try:-) - Lyn B - Jun-05-2011

1.07 - The Virgin Goddess (post The Titans) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 4 Pages)
i always interpreted xena's reaction to gabrielle's and phileus' interaction to be a mere protective act.. maybe she was jealous after all.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

1.06 - Until Next Time (post The Reckoning) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 4 Pages)
a deluded ares and a delightfull aphrodite.. just like it is in the show.. great job!! - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

1.05 - My Friend (post The Path Not Taken) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
without benefits, up until now.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Boar's Head Inn (The) By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 20 Pages)
I've read this story several times and enjoy it each time. It's not a romance, but it's very well written and intriguing right to the last line. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-05-2011

Amy's Eyes By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 21 Pages)
Very romantic story. If only things like this happened in real life:-) Nice fluffy read. - Lyn B - Jun-05-2011

1.03 - Stones in the Pond (post Dreamworker) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
awww.. really cute story.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Christmas Tree (The) By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 16 Pages)
Very sweet story. Fits the holiday period:-) - Lyn B - Jun-05-2011

1.01 - Looking for Trouble (post Sins of the Past) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (X:WP, 5 Pages)
can't believe i didn't find this series sooner.. well, better late than never.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Once Upon a Future Time By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
okay.. third time i try to place a recommendation to this story.. maybe third is the lucky charm? love this series.. would love to see it continued.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Once Upon a Future Time By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
love this series.. would love to see it continued.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Once Upon a Future Time By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
love this series.. would love to see it continued.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Shell Game By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 186 Pages)
I really enjoyed this story. Well written, great characters, excellent dialogue - read it. I would have enjoyed more sex scenes but that's the only caveat I can give this story. It was excellent. Got to love pirates. - snott - Jun-05-2011

Double Teamed By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 20 Pages)
since i'm european, still living in europe, i don't know anything about american football.. don't know what all the craze is about, either.. sure enough, i do know who melissa good is.. nice to see some of her characters popping up in this story.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Moondancer's Delight By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 19 Pages)
this short story takes place right after "bluest eyes in texas" and right before "borderline".. nice introduction to two other characters by texbard.. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Who Saves the Hero By Kudara (Mass Effect - Futuristic, 370 Pages - Unfinished)
Excellent story. I love the depth of character development and pacing of the story, and how well this story is interwoven with the action from the game. - Anonymous - Jun-05-2011

Gladiator By Aurelia (X:WP, 71 Pages)
interesting twist and concept.. time period is a bit too short to see a credible relationship evolve.. but that's just IMO.. - Anonymous - Jun-04-2011

Wordsmith (The) By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 48 Pages)
I actually learned a few things in this story... callipygian!I loved the unique plot and the chemistry between the two main characters. Please continue this story. I'd like to see how it plays out. - Anonymous - Jun-04-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
I'm going to recommend this, as the last time I was that morbidly fascinated was at the end of the book "Gerald's Game" Its got a major ick factor, but a good solid read. - AC - Jun-04-2011

Chronicles of Ratha (The) - Book Six: Knock Knock...Who's There? By Aurelia (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 27 Pages)
pity this story wasn't written in first person.. kinda liked being in j's head.. nice series.. - Anonymous - May-18-2011 - Anonymous - Jun-04-2011

Borderline By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 335 Pages)
**** Spoiler Warning **** this story begins where "bluest eyes in texas" ended.. love the dynamics between the two main characters.. pity there is so much confusion when it comes to names: the dogs, cats and horses have all gotten different names.. but it doesn't stop there.. somewhere during the story tom becomes sam to be changed back into tom when the "real" sam makes a reappearance.. nevertheless, i highly recommend this story! - Anonymous - Jun-04-2011

Many Skills By Mayhem Incarnate (X:WP, 2 Pages)
Wow, what a great story. - sassy123 - Jun-04-2011

Saturday, June 4th, 2011

Part 2 (113 more pages) of Windstar and Zee's alternative Original / Uber novel Gray Line (350 pages in 2 parts - Unfinished).
Rae D. Magdon's alternative Rizzoli & Isles short-story Denial (29 pages - Unfinished).
Rae D. Magdon's alternative Rizzoli & Isles short-story Don't You Know (8 pages). This takes place in Rae's Denial universe.
Rae D. Magdon's alternative Law and Order: SVU short-story Mismatch (8 pages).

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Partita By Vivian Darkbloom (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
Excellent. A perfect ending to the stories. The writing is beautiful. - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Lexicon for the Sunday Morning Sleeper (A) By Vivian Darkbloom (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
Very powerful story. She is an excellent writer who create such vivid imagery and characters in every word. Excellent. - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Narcoleptics's Guide To Romance (A) By Vivian Darkbloom (Original / Uber - Modern, 10 Pages)
A very powerful and intense story. It's very well written, each word counts. Not a romantic, happy ending, but definitely worth reading. - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Hero of Arcadia By Barbara Davies (Original / Uber - 1900-1960, 29 Pages)
Very good sequel. It's very powerful, poignant and builds on the relationship between Mavra and Gwen that began in the first story. It would be nice to read more about these ladies. Very good:-) - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Flight of the Gryphon (The) By Barbara Davies (Original / Uber - 1900-1960, 17 Pages)
The story is completed, so the 'unfinished' is wrong and needs changing. I liked this story. The characters are very well written and make you want to read more about them. A nice read. [Editor's Note: Corrected. 6-4-2011] - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Date to Remember (A) By Barbara Davies (Original / Uber - Modern, 13 Pages)
A fun short story written for a Halloween challenge. I liked the characters and the psychic recording they witnessed. The whole story makes me wish that it was longer but it's a nice read:-) - Lyn B - Jun-04-2011

Vineyard by the Sea By Mayt (X:WP, 88 Pages)
Awesome story. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-04-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
The stuff of nightmares but also hope... an excellent, and wothwhile read, but not for the faint hearted.. - Anfor - Jun-04-2011

Short Oestra Story (A) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 4 Pages)
very romantic.. should read it prior to "to the love of my life", though.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

To the Love of My Life By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 10 Pages)
nice FF piece.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Rituals By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 16 Pages)
and so the saga begins.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Soul Vessels By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Ancient, 15 Pages)
nice halloween story.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Death Is Just The Beginning By Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (Original / Uber - Modern, 163 Pages)
I liked this story. It's quirky, fun and full of all kinds of twists. Well worth a read:-) - Lyn B - Jun-03-2011

Bluest Eyes in Texas (The) By Texbard (Linda Crist) (Original / Uber - Modern, 330 Pages)
loved it.. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Business Trip By Lady J (Original / Uber - Modern, 233 Pages)
a wonderful story. but pls do finish the sequel. pls. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Love's Melody Lost By Radclyffe (Original / Uber - Modern, 99 Pages)
Quite possibly, my favourite. And that is saying something because I have read a LOT of these stories. Wonderful love story, with just the right mix of spicy bits. - Anonymous - Jun-03-2011

Galina of Morwea Woods By J. A. Bard (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 175 Pages - Unfinished)
Do you plan on finishing this at all? I would really love to see it finished. - pickles - Jun-03-2011

Crossroads By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
only fools and horses.. hot as hell.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Crossroads By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
only fools and horses.. hot as hell.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Test Drive By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 9 Pages)
i'm thinking i need to buy me a new car.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Gray Line By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages - Unfinished)
GOD, you can't just leave it there! I check, like, constantly for updates! I love this story and I can't get enough of everything you two write! This one just can't be updated fast enough! This story has everything! Action, suspense, intrigue, and it's way hot to boot! - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

My Goddess By Erin G. (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 6 Pages)
A very nice short story. Great job - sassy123 - Jun-02-2011

Ultimate Uber (The) By J. Falconer (Original / Uber - Modern, 5 Pages)
Frikkin' hilarious! Loved it soooooooooooooo so much. :) - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Unspoken Question By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Modern, 20 Pages)
nice read.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Red Tide By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages)
really loved the way their relationship has evolved.. i'm also thoroughly relieved you didn't make this an epilogue of the turning tide because the styles of both stories are quite different.. the second tide is far more light hearted than the first tide.. so making the former into an epiolgue of the latter would have decremented both tides.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Birdie's Song X - Gone By Onesockbard (X:WP, 129 Pages - Unfinished)
Just to let Birdie's patient readers know.... we are back in the saddle and rolling again. I appreciate Birdie's readers more than I can say... thank you. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

Turning Tides By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Modern, 272 Pages)
very in depth writing where the characters' feelings and insecurities are concerned.. - Anonymous - Jun-02-2011

In Her Arms By Sarah H. (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
me like it...can't seems to hold my breath :) - waynie - Jun-01-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
Super writing; clear and concise. Intriguing plot with lots of twists and unexpected turns. Unlike so many fanfic, I find myself unable to predict the end with any certainty but am looking forward to each further instalment. Please keep on writing Ann, your novels are a joy to read. A MUST READ FOR ANYONE WHO ENJOYS A WELL WRITTEN NOVEL WITH FULLY DEVELOPED CHARACTERS. - CoolNik - Jun-01-2011

Blood Meridian By Penumbra (X:WP, 88 Pages)
aw, broken link [Editor's Note: Corrected. 6-4-2011] - Anonymous - Jun-01-2011

Opacity By Penumbra (X:WP, 9 Pages)
broken link [Editor's Note: Corrected. 6-4-2011] - Anonymous - Jun-01-2011

Stirred By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 127 Pages)
I haven't recommended this sequel yet, although this serie has been one of my favorite for many years. I often come around here and read it all over again, and time after time, I can't help but find it more and more beautiful. - yuka - Jun-01-2011

Touchdown (there) By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 81 Pages)
I didn't comment this novella the first time I've read it. My recommendation will not differ with the others. This tale shows how things should be happening for everyone. I had this melancholy stuck in my chest when I finished reading it, knowing too well all of it was truly to good to be realistic, but I have to thank again these two wonderfull bards. I want to thank them for their tremendous work, for wanting to offer the readers, a piece of what the world should be like for two young women falling in love with each other. Love without guilt, or dramatic dilemmas, or hatred, or the fear to loose everything... Love without all of this ugly, unfair and so realistic suffering is really beautifull... don't you think? :) - yuka - Jun-01-2011

Accidental Seduction By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 85 Pages)
Awww,but it looks like there should be a PART 2, not even a sequel. It just CANNOT END THERE!!! Please, please continue...... - Amazonka - Jun-01-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
Really great second novel by one of the most talented authors on the net. Highly recommended. - anonymous - Jun-01-2011

Was That the Tooth Fairy, or Just Bad Acid? By D. J. Belt (Original / Uber - Modern, 34 Pages)
Lovely story. It's one of those stories that it teeters on the edge of being too sweet, but the wit and poignancy save it. I really liked its quirkiness. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Vampyre! By D. J. Belt (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 54 Pages)
Light-hearted story that made me laugh quite a few times. Well worth reading. - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Extraordinary Adventures of Brice Johnson, Bus Driver (The): The Fifth Adventure By silverwriter01 (Original / Uber - Modern, 43 Pages)
Xcellent!!! gotta have on the computer to read again! - Anonymous - Jun-01-2011

I've Never By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 11 Pages)
A good sequel:-) Charlie and Terri have great chemistry and this is more than a pwp. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Ready To Take Off By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages)
Very good PWP. Hot and with fun characters. Recommended:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Perfect Fit (A) By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 11 Pages)
Hot PWP:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

My Guardian, My Friend By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
This story has a little bit of everything in it:-) Gentlebutch saving damsel in distress, friendship and a pwp. It's very well written and leaves you with the feeling of wanting to know more about Alex and Amy in the future. Nice read:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Facts, Just the Facts By Enginerd (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 181 Pages)
I loved it. I couldn't stop reading even with my partner begging me to come to bed. Great job!! - pickles - Jun-01-2011

The Cat's Meow By BardBQue (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
Cute story. Made me smile:-) - Lyn B - Jun-01-2011

Warrior Mine By Cas (Original / Uber - Modern, 175 Pages)
I liked this story it was interesting and fairly well written and I would recommend reading it. - uber goober - May-31-2011

When Do You Know? By Cas (X:WP, 364 Pages)
Wow! What a great story. It was so good that once I started reading it I did'nt want to stop. I very much recommend the reading of this tale. - uber goober - May-31-2011

Mediations By Mayt (X:WP, 71 Pages)
Another great story. Well done - sassy123 - May-31-2011

And Playing the Role of Herself... By dabkey (Original / Uber - Modern, 243 Pages)
I fell in love with Caid and Robyn's story. I miss them now that I'm done reading. This could be the makings of a great film. If I could I would do it! - Romantic fool - May-31-2011

I've Seen the Devil's Eyes By Sinful (X:WP, 189 Pages)
very good story an emotional rollercoaster and well worth the time to read - erma - May-31-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
...brutal but talented writer. i like it at least it's something different. the rest of the bards should read it. Valerie Ross please write more !! - umie - May-31-2011

Somewhere Only We Know By Korkyra (X:WP, 16 Pages)
that was a great story - one I could see happening to Xe/Gab. Real issues, jealously... highly recommended. - colorado fan - May-31-2011

Long Shadows Cast By Korkyra (X:WP, 110 Pages)
Highly recommended. nice sequel in this wonderful series. - colorado fan - May-31-2011

Oil of Lanius (The) By Korkyra (X:WP, 107 Pages)
Thank Sassy for the recommendation. I really enjoyed this series. Lot's of action & agnst. Loved the twists and turns. Korkyra is a fine bard. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent !! - colorado fan - May-31-2011

Heart's Choice By Lois Kay (Original / Uber - Modern, 58 Pages)
Very romantic and sweet, with a feel edgy characters and situations to even out the romance. Nice read:-) - Lyn B - May-31-2011

Friend In Need By D (Facts Of Life - Modern, 44 Pages)
One of the best Facts of LIfe fanfiction out there. Well written. - cmwulf - May-30-2011

Way We Were (The) By BG (Birds of Prey - Modern, 108 Pages)
Loved it! - Ginger - May-30-2011

Aftermath By planetsolin (Original / Uber - Modern, 155 Pages)
please please please write a sequel. don't let this series end. cheers!:D - ashcrom - May-30-2011

As Long As the Earth Endures By Bracer (X:WP, 221 Pages)
oh a verryy gggooooodd sotry I recommend this for all XWP lovers - erma - May-30-2011

Two Halves, One Soul By Alex the Cat (Original / Uber - Modern, 61 Pages)
great story - ebby - May-30-2011

Southern Comfort By C.L. Bactad (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 10 Pages)
I love Mel and Janice erotica! This is a good one. :-) - Jessica - May-30-2011

New Life By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 44 Pages)
Another great story. Great job - sassy123 - May-30-2011

I've Never By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 11 Pages)
Another great story. Job well done - sassy123 - May-30-2011

Ready To Take Off By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages)
What a great story. Job well done. - sassy123 - May-30-2011

Mulligan V: Best Ball By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 20 Pages)
i don't understand the first bit of golf.. still this was an interesting series to read.. says a lot about the qualities of the author.. - Anonymous - May-30-2011

Mulligan By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 24 Pages)
quite different from the majority of stories out there agewise.. - Anonymous - May-30-2011

Summer Sunset By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 10 Pages)
sweet.. would love a sequel.. - Anonymous - May-30-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
Note to readers: This novel is complete, but is being posted in installments. No worries about it never being finished! - Ann McMan - May-30-2011

Out in Thirty Days By BC Bones (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 155 Pages)
Fantastic read, This is one that i've read again and again and it's always as magical as the first time - Anonymous - May-30-2011

After Shadow By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 220 Pages)
another must read!!! - crv - May-30-2011

Steps By J.N. Taylor (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
Welcome to the party :D Always nice to see new blood. The story was interesting. I would like to see it expanded, but a nice little look into an unusual world. Thanks for sharing it. - Stardawn - May-29-2011

Somewhere In Time By Friction (X:WP, 132 Pages)
Beautiful... every time i read it I cry. this is a love we all hope to find someday. - Americangal - May-29-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
i really love the story - ebby - May-29-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
Looking forward to reading this, so I'm patiently stalking this author's page until this story changes from "Unfinished" to "Finished". - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Brig (The) By romansilence (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 72 Pages)
Love the story. It's great. But I feel like it's part of a series and I missed the beginning(B'Elanna and Seven's story) - Anon - May-29-2011

In Her Arms By Sarah H. (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
Adorable! - lily - May-29-2011

Second Son By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Ancient, 280 Pages)
i absolutely hate stories that are situated in the Dark Ages.. but decided to give it a go after having read other stories from this author.. surprise: i absolutely loved this one!! splendid read!! - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Steps By J.N. Taylor (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
I like reading stories from new authors...very nice...made me think... - bluebutterfly - May-29-2011

Gravity By BG (Birds of Prey - Modern, 188 Pages)
I've just finished reading everything listed here by this fabulous author and am so wishing there were more! This series is so smart, sensual, intriguing, heart wrenching...I couldn't put it down but hated for it to end. Would love to read more! - Ginger - May-29-2011

Wild By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 263 Pages)
Such a beautiful story! No other word but "Beautiful"! - lena - May-29-2011

Sunday, May 29th, 2011

We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum. J.N. Taylor has penned the alternative Original/Uber vignette Steps (1 page).
The Prologue of Zipplic's alternative Original / Uber (Middle Ages) short-story Beggar's Flip (13 pages - Unfinished). This is the sequel to Shell Game.
Rae D. Magdon's alternative Law and Order: SVU short-story The Interview (10 pages). This is part 8 in a Series.
Chapters 4-5 (39 more pages) of Rae D. Magdon's alternative Law and Order: SVU novella Alternating Currents (104 pages in 5 chapters - Unfinished). This is part 4 in a Series.
Chapter 2 (8 more pages) of Fanofhearts's alternative NCIS short-story Forever Love (17 pages in 2 chapters - Unfinished).
Chapter 5 (42 more pages) of Ann McMan's alternative Original / Uber novella Dust (134 pages in 5 chapters - Unfinished).

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In Her Arms By Sarah H. (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
I found this like a breath of fresh air....nice writing - S. Anne Gardner - May-29-2011

Reawakening (The) By J. A. Zollicoffer (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 269 Pages)
I don't think I have ever read a fantasy future like this. Dr Seuss probably would have like the talking animals. Thanks for an interesting story. - SHK51 - May-29-2011

Shell Game By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 186 Pages)
Thank you so much for sharing this story with us! The story has everything....original plot, interesting well-developed characters and excellent (and humorous) dialogue. This was a joy to read. Please write more! - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Where Eagles Fly By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 80 Pages - Unfinished)
OMG! Please finish this. - nada - May-29-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
wow. - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Extraordinary Adventures of Brice Johnson, Bus Driver (The): The Fifth Adventure By silverwriter01 (Original / Uber - Modern, 43 Pages)
Amazing! Read all 5 adventures til 2am! Can't wait forth next installment!!! - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
Really amazing read... Good job and keep it up! - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
Disturbing - Anonymous - May-29-2011

Breaking of The Bones (The) By Valerie Ross (Original / Uber - Modern, 101 Pages)
Wow, This is a gripping read from start to finish. I look forward to reading more from this author. - Rocky - May-28-2011

Denial By Omega13 (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
Damn... - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Joanna (I Love You) By Mandygirl78 (Facts Of Life - Modern, 19 Pages)
Is this story really finished - doesn't seem like it. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Audience with the Sidewalk Saviour (An) By K. Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 202 Pages)
WOW! This story stayed with me for days after I read it. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Forbidden History By Kim Phoenix (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 89 Pages)
This is an Awesome fic. Also it's one of those fic that when you read then finish theres something more to it. And I for one really feels that this story is really not yet finish, it feels there's still a "Celestial" mystery about Sakura. So... I hope that you can make a sequel. Also I'll be Supporting you in the shadows of net. Hope to see more work from you and new installment. Again Thank You for sharing this GREAT piece of fanfiction. - EAnIL - May-28-2011

Phoenix And The Flame (The) By PatR. (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 61 Pages)
Great story. But it does have some rather disturbing scenes in it. If descriptions of rape or their aftermath disturb you, then this story is not for you. But I do recommend this story it is very well written and has some very steamy scenes with jan and mel. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Slow Burn By Roo (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 20 Pages - Unfinished)
Great story! I just wish she would finish it. It's worth reading even though it is unfinished. - Jessica - May-28-2011

Dust By Ann McMan (Original / Uber - Modern, 134 Pages - Unfinished)
Simply fantastic. Clean, fast-paced, and engrossing. Incredible dialogue. A great story from one of the best writers out there. - anonymous - May-28-2011

Mirror of Urartu (The) By Kay Bowring (Xena: Janice and Mel - Ancient, 21 Pages)
Not sure why this is labeled as alternative. This is a general fic. [Editor's Note: Corrected. 5-29-2011] - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Saturday, May 28th, 2011

We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! Valerie Ross has penned the alternative Original/Uber novella The Breaking of The Bones (101 pages).
We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! Sarah H. has penned the alternative vignette In Her Arms (1 page).
We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! Kam has penned the alternative Original/Uber short-story Intrigued (7 pages).
romansilence's alternative Star Trek: Voyager novella The Brig (72 pages).
Chapters 16-25 (187 more pages) of Kudara's alternative Mass Effect (Futuristic) novel Who Saves the Hero (370 pages in 25 chapters - Unfinished).
Mandygirl78's alternative Facts Of Life short-story Joanna (I Love You) (19 pages).
Revised version of Nothing But The Rain's alternative Battlestar Galactica short-story Bent (5 pages).
Odon's general Star Trek: Voyager short-story Attack of the 50-Ft. Half-Klingon (6 pages).

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Journals By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 48 Pages)
not quite the story i was expecting after reading the first few lines.. brilliant.. i love it when an author surprises me.. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Strike Out By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Modern, 43 Pages)
finally a story where the children are allowed to express their puberescent narrowmindedness.. good interaction between evie and taylor.. with a couple of stretches in some parts, this story can be easily converted into a novel.. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Malicious Pursuit By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 174 Pages)
good thriller.. bit shallow in the romantic department.. so calling it a thriller, even against the wishes of the author, does not make me feel guilty.. - Anonymous - May-28-2011

Between A Memory and A Dream By L. A. Tucker (Original / Uber - Modern, 50 Pages)
...unbelievably cool story by L.A.Tucker. I felt the same way too about someone until nd of the day she confess her love to me :) - zen - May-28-2011

Fiction By Ana Ortiz (X:WP, 7 Pages)
This is a strong, hauntingly melancholy piece. It reaches deep inside you stays with you for a time that really makes you think. This bard did an especially wonderful job paying homage to our heroes which made them more real than watching them or reading about them. I myself wish to write that story for Gabrielle, not just because of my love for these characters, but out of the respect and reverence they deserve for all that they have done for me. This is a very deep piece. If you cannot read it now, bookmark it for later because it needs to read. This is a whole new way of storytelling that brings a new facet of our heroes and how we can view them. One that I have not come across in the many, many years I have been reading fanfic. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you Ana Ortiz, for reminding me just what these heroes have done for me all these years, and what they have gone through to do so. A wonderful way to pay homage to their creation itself, though bittersuite. - Furrybear - May-27-2011

This Little Dare By Zzelami (X:WP, 35 Pages)
lovely; utterly romantic. but i would like more, for closure. - kc - May-27-2011

Outcome By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 259 Pages)
One of my favorites! I enjoyed it even more the second time I read it and will definitely read it again and again! - Jaime - May-27-2011

Blown Away By Kim Baldwin (Original / Uber - Modern, 30 Pages)
Sweet sweet story of love found. - Anon - May-27-2011

Long Shadows Cast By Korkyra (X:WP, 110 Pages)
What a great story. Great job - sassy123 - May-27-2011

Journey of Discovery: Part Two: Dénouement By Korkyra (X:WP, 156 Pages)
What a great story. Great series - sassy123 - May-27-2011

Journey of Discovery: Part One - Family Ties By Korkyra (X:WP, 95 Pages)
What a great story. Great series - sassy123 - May-27-2011

Blown Away By Kim Baldwin (Original / Uber - Modern, 30 Pages)
Sweet sweet story of love found. - Anon - May-27-2011

Blizzard By Kim Baldwin (Original / Uber - Modern, 13 Pages)
Great short story. Passionate piece - Anon - May-27-2011

Facts, Just the Facts By Enginerd (Rizzoli & Isles - Modern, 181 Pages)
Fun story with great characters. The interruption of Jane's confession was bittersweet but humorous - the one-sided phone conversation with her mother was soooo funny. - Helen - May-27-2011

Into The Woods By Georgia (X:WP, 5 Pages)
Hot! - Starry - May-27-2011

New Life By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 44 Pages)
nice enough read.. - Anonymous - May-27-2011

Reawakening (The) By J. A. Zollicoffer (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 269 Pages)
Some very original ideas in a post apocalypse novel. I enjoyed it very much. - wasabigrrl - May-27-2011

Friday, May 27th, 2011

We'd like to welcome a new bard to That Athenaeum. Ijay's has penned the alternative Original/Uber short-story Is This It? (27 pages).
We'd like to welcome a new bard to That Athenaeum. Fanofhearts' has penned the alternative NCIS short-story Forever Love (9 pages).
We'd like to welcome a new bard to That Athenaeum. E. J. Cady's has penned the alternative Facts Of Life novella Black Ice (98 pages).
J. A. Zollicoffer's alternative Original / Uber (Futuristic) novel The Reawakening (269 pages).
Holly Rose's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) short-story My Rose (29 pages).
Holly Rose's alternative X:WP short-story Lament (2 pages).
Ann McMan's alternative Original/Uber novella Dust (92 pages - Unfinished).
Part 7 (14 more pages) of Onesockbard's alternative X:WP novella Birdie's Song X - Gone (129 pages in 7 parts - Unfinished). This is part 10 in a Series.
Chapter 6 (12 more pages) of Alice D.'s alternative Original / Uber novella Surviving the Storm (100 pages in 6 chapters - Unfinished).
More stories on the way tomorrow...

Reader Recommendations (last 100) -
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Christmas Story (A) By Anne Azel (Original / Uber - Modern, 5 Pages)
A powerful story around a theme. It would have been good to read a sequel as the relationship between the characters is compelling. - lyn B - May-27-2011

Perfect Moment (The) By Anne Azel (Original / Uber - Modern, 3 Pages)
Very cute, with a touch of humour and lots of romance thrown in too:-) A nice read. - Lyn B - May-27-2011

Dangerous Liaison By Aurelia (Original / Uber - Modern, 17 Pages)
Good fun:-) Well worth reading. A romantic pwp:-) - Lyn B - May-27-2011

Affair of Love (An) By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 130 Pages)
Whuuuu weeeeee the last quarter wil leave in absolute ecstacy..... - Kimmie - May-27-2011

Affair of Love (An) By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 130 Pages)
Whuuuu weeeeee the last quarter wil leave in absolute ecstacy..... - Kimmie - May-27-2011

Breath of Scandal (A) By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 99 Pages - Unfinished)
Just fabolous,if Anne u can hear me please please finish...please...i need you to...love the story.... - kimmie - May-27-2011

Home Sweet Home By Barbara Davies (Original / Uber - Ancient, 72 Pages)
Love the series! Zee and Christie are great. I wish there were more stories!x - Bolly - May-27-2011

In All the Empty Places By Janneen Brownell (Original / Uber - Modern, 126 Pages)
Loved this story. Great job - sassy123 - May-26-2011

Hearts and Flowers By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 28 Pages)
Good sequel. I like the relationship between Gwen and Eden. It felt realistic to have the scars of Gwen's previous relationship hinder her new one. However, the passion is still electric between them. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Welcome To The Neighborhood By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 24 Pages)
Great story with Eden and Gwen. Their relationship is funny and sweet. Very nice read:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Chances Are - Murphy Was An Optimist By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 5 Pages)
Witty story, especially in the airport. These are characters that you'd like to read more about:-) Nice read. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

In Search of a Greater Cause By J. A. Bard (X:WP, 156 Pages)
This was a little long and I got confused once in awhile. However, it was a good story on many levels. I have to say I enjoyed it for the most part and it kept reading on. - Starry - May-26-2011

Message in a Bottle By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 3 Pages)
Very well written and powerful story. A good read. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Cherish Is The Word By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 9 Pages)
The reviews before mine have described the story very well. i like how the story was written. You do get a sense of their relationship and how it developed and changed through the years. A good read. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Big Ju Ju By Saggio Amante (Original / Uber - Modern, 5 Pages)
I liked this story, which is why I wish that it was longer. There are so many details that I'd have liked to have seen fleshed out more. Nice. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Running Away By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
Bittersweet story. Very well written. The story encapsulates so much emotion in a few pages. It left me feeling reflective. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Life Worth Repeating (A) By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 17 Pages)
Good story. I enjoyed how it unfolded and the twist in the final line. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Little Something (A) By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
and how pitiful minds run businesses.. tsk, tsk,.. - Anonymous - May-26-2011

Touchdown (there) By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 81 Pages)
as a high school teacher in an all boys school i can tell you most have very distinctive ideas about gays.. none too flattering.. i think its just part of puberty to fight against things unknown and misunderstood.. hence my continuing battle against prejudice amongst my pupils.. the scene at the prom being very recognizable for me.. the openmindedness grady and di exibit a sad unreality (is that actually a word?) in our puberescent world today.. luckily most harsh opinions and prejudices against gays tend to wear off once puberty is over.. - Anonymous - May-26-2011

Forever and Always By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages)
This is a very well written story. Powerful and poignant. Excellent. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Forgiven By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 2 Pages)
Very powerful and thought provoking story. It's intense and makes you wonder how you would respond in the same situation. Good - Lyn B - May-26-2011

And Playing the Role of Herself... By dabkey (Original / Uber - Modern, 243 Pages)
Wow. I never expected to like a story that involved actors. This is one of the best stories I've read so far! The characters are rich, colorful and real, and the story is very complete-there are no unanswered questions like many of the stories here. And, like someone previously mentioned, you won't tire of the story after the couple gets together. This could easily be turned into a series of stories if the author so desires. - TKD Vixen - May-26-2011

Match Made In Heaven By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
Hilarious. It's so well written. You can visualize every incident. A must read for anyone who has had a bad day and needs a pick me up. Everyone else should read it because it's excellent:-) - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Camping With The Klutz's By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
This is absolutely hilarious. A definite must read for everybody, especially those who have had a bad day. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Aunt Charlotte By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 28 Pages)
There are a lot of twists in this story. Aunt Charlotte is a great character. i'd like to read more about Peyton and Tracy. They're a good couple. - Lyn B - May-26-2011

Finding Your Heart By planetsolin (Original / Uber - Modern, 122 Pages)
Brilliant story! The author had the words to put you through the anguish during the rescue! Hope she will give us a sequel soon! - louise - May-26-2011

Starting Over By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 27 Pages)
hot damn.. - Anonymous - May-25-2011

Return (The) By Tas (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 306 Pages)
Wow! Just Holy Freakin Wow! This is a bloody damn fine read. Do yourself a favor and read it, and then read it again. - ~M - May-25-2011

Denial By Omega13 (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
I am usually not a huge fan of angst-- I mean, I love me some tension but even Missy Good"s stories are sometimes too angsty for me :) But this was, in a word, AMAZING. The angst is so worth it for the great story and phenomenal writing. READ IT!!!!! It deserves all of the accolades it has gotten and then some. Can't wait for a sequel! - twinsparadox - May-25-2011

Rabbits of the Apocalypse By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 127 Pages)
I can taste the dust while reading this story. Excellent original story and message. Please give us a sequel! - searcher - May-25-2011

Shell Game By Zipplic (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 186 Pages)
Thank you for sharing these wonderful characters with the rest of us. I love the pace of the dialogues and the very distinct personalities. Please keep writing! - searcher - May-25-2011

Penance By Penumbra (X:WP, 124 Pages)
broken link - Anonymous - May-25-2011

Valentine for the Family (A) By Kamouraskan (Original / Uber - Modern, 30 Pages)
A very powerful story. I'm not sure that it's easy to describe. The best thing is to read it. Excellent:-) - Lyn B - May-25-2011

One (The) By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 18 Pages)
Very good sequel. It's quite realistic about being confronted by a jerk. Whitney and Holly are still a great couple and you can feel their connection throughout the story. Well worth reading:-) - Lyn B - May-25-2011

Revolution By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 227 Pages)
easy read.. i missed chemistry between the two main characters.. laughed out loud with the way things ended for bill and martha, though.. - Anonymous - May-25-2011

What Ever Happened To? By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 17 Pages)
Nice story and pwp :-) A nice easy read. - Lyn B - May-25-2011

None So Blind By LJ Maas (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
Reading this author's terrific collection of stories over the years helped to inspire me to try my own hand at writing. I miss her imagination, wit and talent. This particular story is a true, sparkling Uber classic. - L.A. Tucker - May-25-2011

Party (The) By Bat Morda (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 20 Pages)
Loved it!!! - Jessica - May-25-2011

Alternating Currents By Rae D. Magdon (Law and Order: SVU - Modern, 65 Pages - Unfinished)
Loving this sequel - cannot wait for the next installment. - joey - May-24-2011

Journey of Discovery: Part One - Family Ties By Korkyra (X:WP, 95 Pages)
I really like this series. Great job. - sassy123 - May-24-2011

And Still She Follows By Cousin Liz (X:WP, 16 Pages)
I love this story. Very hot and very passionate. I wish there was a part 2. Link was broken, but I found the story here: http://www.academyofbards.org/cousinliz/fanfic/cousinliz_assf.html - Rei - May-24-2011

Dinner Party By Andi M (Original / Uber - Modern, 15 Pages)
A new working link http://andimarquette.com/stories/freebie-stories/dinner-party/ - Anonymous - May-24-2011

Everything I know By Xena's Little Bitch (X:WP, 7 Pages)
Tonight is the first time I've read XLB, and this is the fifth straight XLB story that I've read...and it's impressed me so to inspire my first comment ever. This story avoids the strong temptation to right the "wrong" of a dead Xena, and Perhaps gives a more realistic account of what might have happened after FIN. Amazingly well written, offering one of the best interpretations of Gabrielle, and leaves a lasting impact. - Samia - May-24-2011

Stewed, Screwed, & Tattooed By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 18 Pages)
funny and hot.. excellent! - Anonymous - May-23-2011

House on Sandstone (The) By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 212 Pages)
sometimes sad, sometimes hilariously funny.. great read.. loved the off hand remarks the author made at the end of each part.. 'don't worry about your teenagers friends.. they diserve each other' LOL - Anonymous - May-23-2011

Denial By Omega13 (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
That was a truly beautiful story. - Danny - May-23-2011

Tiopa Ki Lakota By Redhawk (Original / Uber - Ancient, 286 Pages)
This is the first story I read of the alt genre. I can never go back to harlequinn again. Such a fantastic tender first love story that does not need nor rely on graphic sex scenes to hold the readers attention. I recommend it to all readers of ANY genre. - Paula - May-23-2011

Sophie's Game II By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 9 Pages)
setting is different but the sex scenes are a repetition of the first game.. - Anonymous - May-23-2011

Sophie's Game III By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 19 Pages)
not as good as the first, better than the second game.. - Anonymous - May-23-2011

Denial By Omega13 (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
Great read, you will not be able to stop reading until its done. - hovercat1 - May-23-2011

Sophie's Game By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages)
those jocks.. they do tend to get physical.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Getting It Right By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
nice read.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Expectations By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 15 Pages)
really felt the expectationsof the main character building so very good title.. nice ending.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Remembrances By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 11 Pages)
loved "expectations" more than this story.. there are so many sad remembrances in this one.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Decline to Continue By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 9 Pages)
very sweet.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Outcome By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 259 Pages)
Strange.. at the beginning of the story it seems like andi is the more mature one.. at the end of the story i get the impression haley is the most mature.. or how characters in a story can grow.. nice.. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Was That the Tooth Fairy, or Just Bad Acid? By D. J. Belt (Original / Uber - Modern, 34 Pages)
Har! This is an excellent & trippy little story. I definitely recommend it. - Anonymous - May-22-2011

Tropic of Hunter (The) By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 158 Pages)
Funny story...I enjoyed it better than Clandestine. - wiggy - May-21-2011

Is There an Archeologist in the Dig? By Red Hope (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 16 Pages)
I didn't get very far into this story so I honestly can't say anything about the plot or the story itself. I had to stop reading it because of the way the author wrote Mel's accent. It was very annoying. - Anonymous - May-21-2011

Lessons By Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (Original / Uber - Modern, 160 Pages)
simply loved the beginning, the middle and the end.. and everything in between.. one minor point of criticism: the timeline is not always correct.. e.g. june to november is a period of 5 months, not 7.. would recommend the story nonetheless.. - Anonymous - May-21-2011

First Light By Emily Duncan (Original / Uber - Modern, 178 Pages)
the link is not working, this one does http://www.academyofbards.org/amazontrails/fiction/firstlight.htm - sabrina - May-21-2011

Warrior Mine By Cas (Original / Uber - Modern, 175 Pages)
Such a good story! I simply loved it! It was rich of all the things that transforms a story into a really good one! - luna - May-21-2011

Ms. Evans By Ronica Black (Original / Uber - Modern, 58 Pages)
...cool awesome story - zen - May-21-2011

Trial by Fire By Vilia Kinell (Original / Uber - Modern, 51 Pages)
SEQUEL PLEEEEASE!!!!! - intheair - May-21-2011

Exposed By Ronica Black (Original / Uber - Modern, 18 Pages)
i love this short story. It blend well with the title..Exposed. Need more from Ronica Black - zen - May-21-2011

Autumn Winds By Anne Azel (Original / Uber - Modern, 103 Pages)
What a great story. Enjoyed reading it. - sassy123 - May-20-2011

Oil of Lanius (The) By Korkyra (X:WP, 107 Pages)
What a great story. Great job - sassy123 - May-20-2011

Trouble with a capital V.A.L.E.N.T.I.N.E.S. By Ralst (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 7 Pages)
Excellent short one and it reads like a picture book with laughter and twists and turns. Thank You! - Punakass - May-20-2011

Before the Beginning By Omega13 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 108 Pages)
What a great story! Omega13, you are really talented and should get this published if you haven't already! - Claire - May-20-2011

If...This Had Been The Beginning By planetsolin (X:WP, 96 Pages)
This and Home again the story after are wonderful. I could not stop reading them once I began. You will enjoy the love, fears, heartbreak and surrender. - Starry - May-20-2011

Camping With The Klutz's By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
this story had me laughing at 4 in the morning. good one ms alexander! - Anonymous - May-20-2011

Camping With The Klutz's By Robin Alexander (Original / Uber - Modern, 6 Pages)
this story had me laughing at 4 in the morning. good one ms alexander! - Anonymous - May-20-2011

Together Alone By A. Tietz (Original / Uber - Modern, 106 Pages)
Can we please see a sequal? love this story - Anonymous - May-20-2011

Cold By Midgit (Original / Uber - Modern, 208 Pages)
I've enjoyed this story very much. It's captivating and the characters are great, you grow to like even many of the secondary ones. There are a lot of sweet and emotional moments and I'd love to read more about these characters. By the way, for those who don't know - "Winter's Thaw" is a small continuation of this story. - Enverz - May-20-2011

I wish You Loved Me Again By Syro (Original / Uber - Modern, 31 Pages)
Good sequel. I like Jada and Sarah and it was interesting seeing what had happened to them. - Anonymous - May-20-2011

Devil and Carson Mahoney (The) (aka The Devil Made Me Do It) By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 85 Pages)
there are still a few loose ends, so a sequel is a possibility :) - Anonymous - May-20-2011

Something Different By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
pwp? hell, yeah!! - Anonymous - May-19-2011

Coming Home By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 15 Pages)
loved this better than "a short vacation".. - Anonymous - May-18-2011

Somewhere Only We Know By Korkyra (X:WP, 16 Pages)
Another great story. Very well done - sassy123 - May-18-2011

Avenging Angel By Aurelia (Original / Uber - Ancient, 43 Pages)
pity this story wasn't written in first person.. kinda liked being in j's head.. nice series.. - Anonymous - May-18-2011

Remember, Never to Forget By Sinful (X:WP, 227 Pages)
Great read! Very engrossing, so much so that I didn't want it to end. It was definitely worth the time. - Anonymous - May-18-2011

Blue and Green Life (A) By Morgaine139 (X:WP, 64 Pages)
Why hasn't anyone commented on this? It's a great story with all the mushiness a girl can handle. Well done! - nes_fan - May-18-2011

Love Burns Bright By StarWarrior (Rie) (X:WP, 25 Pages)
SWEET AND HOT!!!!!! - Anonymous - May-18-2011

Nights of Silk and Sapphire By Amber (Original / Uber - Ancient, 176 Pages)
I loved it. I have read just about every story on this site and I can say without a doubt this is on my top five list. - pickles - May-17-2011

Watershed By BG (Birds of Prey - Modern, 144 Pages)
What a great story. Fantastic job. - sassy123 - May-17-2011

Adios, nunca es para siempre By V (Birds of Prey - Modern, 195 Pages)
Gracias por publicarla en espa?ol, me gusta mucho esta p?gina y siempre es agradable leer en mi idioma. - Lebasi - May-17-2011

Heaven Down Here By Rebecca Hall (X:WP, 52 Pages)
This was a different kind of love story but very loving. You could really visualize it happening. Worth the read! You will not be disappointed. - Starry - May-17-2011

Sing For Me By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
really laughed out loud with the blind date.. - Anonymous - May-17-2011

The Long Way Home (Billie and Jewl) By Katia N. Ruiz (Original / Uber - Modern, 130 Pages)
Great story, but when will book 2 be posted? I tried contacting the author, but couldn't get through. I'm really interested in Jewl's next steps! - TKD Vixen - May-17-2011

Dragon's Child (The) By Domenica (X:WP, 18 Pages)
WOW!! Absolutely beautiful story! - Anonymous - May-17-2011

Deja Vue By Dee (Original / Uber - Modern, 52 Pages)
Good story. I enjoyed watching their relationship develop. The twist in the plot adds to the romance too. Worth a read. - Lyn B - May-17-2011

For the First Time By Alison Brooks (Original / Uber - Modern, 2 Pages)
This is like a teaser you see before the film begins. It definitely needs a sequel. - Lyn B - May-17-2011

Code Blue By Katlyn (Original / Uber - Modern, 250 Pages)
the pathways arn't working i enjoyed the 1st page but.... - Anonymous - May-17-2011

Zoya By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 151 Pages)
now this is a story that just begs for a follow-up.. so many threads can still be used for the next part of the series.. i hope the writers continue with this series.. - Anonymous - May-16-2011

Best Friends, Bitter Enemys By Katrinna Pint (X:WP, 43 Pages)
Link is dead. - Anonymous - May-16-2011

Strike Out By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Modern, 43 Pages)
Quirky story that is very well written. It has romance, drama and humour in it. I liked the characters. Everything felt realistic too. Good read:-) - Lyn B - May-16-2011

New Life By A.K. Naten (Original / Uber - Pre-1900, 44 Pages)
This is a very well written story. I enjoyed watching their relationship unfold. Very nice:-) - Lyn B - May-16-2011

Chance By Windstar and Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 230 Pages)
not what i was expecting from a were-story.. definitely way better than my expectations! good characters, good pace, good mixture of humor and suspense.. certainly recommend it to were-haters as well as were-lovers.. - Anonymous - May-16-2011

Watching Her By Gentle Rebel (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
Beautiful... simply beautiful - Anna Lei - May-16-2011

Damek Keep By Sandra Barret (Original / Uber - Ancient, 159 Pages)
Great story, it's incredibly well written. The author takes you to her world in a very fluid way, I found myself absorbed by the story. I just regret the end, which left us kind.a hanging there, a lot more could have been said, so I hope there will be a sequel some day. - Raf_51 - May-16-2011

Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

Revised chapters 11-15 of Kudara's alternative Mass Effect (Futuristic) novel Who Saves the Hero (183 pages - Unfinished).
Revised version of JS Stephens's alternative Pre-1900 short-story Revival (The) (34 pages). This is part 2 in a Series.

Reader Recommendations - (Hide)

Denial By Omega13 (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
There are so many twists- I loved the ride... Deeply painful at times, amazing sex & the intensity..oh the intensity. Loved it. Highly recommend! - surferdp - Mar-13-2011

Nine Minutes By Lois Cloarec Hart (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
So glad I found this author. This is another gem of a story with a wonderful "moral of the story" weaved in - which is so true. A real-life situation that many do face as we struggle to live our lives. Highly recommended. Thank you LCH for sharing her wonderful talent with us here. - colorado fan - Mar-13-2011

Permission To Recover By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 582 Pages)
Awesome book. Accurate, exciting, suspensful. Sequel PLEASE. Need to follow JJ and Dale. And don't forget about Shannon and Anne. Great book - E-12 MP - Mar-13-2011

Getting It Right By KG MacGregor (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
excellent story - I didn't see that one coming! - Anonymous - Mar-13-2011

Crystal's Heart By B L Miller (Original / Uber - Modern, 400 Pages)