Top 5 WIPs

[yourlibrarian]

This list seemed easy to put together at first. What stories do I jump on the moment I see a new installment posted? On the downside (for the list, that is) people kept finishing their WIPs before I could post this! I think this is the fourth iteration already. So, as of today...

(1) The Other Side of the Tracks by frimfram - Mature – I half wonder if I shouldn’t call this a crossover, given that the B story involves a not yet successful Arthur Conan Doyle drawn by curiosity to William’s disappearance and Cecily’s mysterious machinations. This is a fascinating look at William’s early days as a new vamp with enjoyable historical detail and some gripping characterization of the relations in his new family.



(2) Temporary by entrenous88 - Teen so far – Xander is working for the Watchers Council post-Chosen. Spike reappears from the amulet, but not in L.A. And he’s not talking – which considering who he is, should be enough of a mystery right there.

(3) Serenity and the Outside Man by justhuman - Mature – Firefly crossovers seem to be getting popular. This was one of the first I read and I really enjoy the way all the characters have been ringing true, which is particularly important when you’re blending universes. In this case Spike takes on a new job in his long, nomadic life, and his new boss takes on more than he bargained for.

(4) Ring the Bell Backward by st_salieri - Mature – Post-NFA, Spike gets the shansu but it’s not an easy choice, and it has ripple effects on those around him. I like the approach here to his reactions, and there are loads of spot-on character moments, particularly of Spike and Angel’s. Continuation of a Spike/Buffy prequel which should probably be read first. I absolutely loved the way it had them meet again – that’s exactly how ME should have done it too : )

(5) On Parliament Hill - by calove - Teen - Mostly finished from what I can tell but apparently with a chapter still to come. As the title indicates, a series of vignettes taking place in the same spot over the years in William’s life. A nifty idea and lovely execution.


ETA Why is the star icon all angry? My kitty mood set just seems rather fascinated...

Comments

[jans-intentions.livejournal.com]

I've only read the first one, but I'll look forward to the others. You know I want her to update that story soon. I adore it. I miss it!

[yourlibrarian]

Yes, yes! Completely with you there.

[lillianmorgan.livejournal.com]

On the downside (for the list, that is) people kept finishing their WIPs before I could post this!
Yes, I have exactly the same problem! :) I guess a new year means new fic for some perhaps.
#2 does sound really interesting! Anyone that can get Spike not to talk is really working hard! :)

[yourlibrarian]

LOL! I actually have a non-talking Spike in another list too. Of course if writers really had him talking as much as he's supposed to that would be a lot of work dialogue-wise!

Yes, who knows, if our luck keeps up maybe this post will bring about the conclusions of all the WIPs. But then they'd be over. Hmm, rather a mixed bag, that.

[frimfram.livejournal.com]

::hides::

I'm a gettin', I'm a gettin'! Thank you so much for reccing me. Any suggestions on kicking the ass of writer's block gratefully received ;)

[frimfram.livejournal.com]

Yay, thank you very much for the rec! The others are all ones I've bene meaning to read, so I'm going to use this as a spur to get down to actually doing so. Going to hit the printer ahead of going home for the holidays.

[yourlibrarian]

One of the enduring benefits of this community (we hope) is that it can be an archive for all of next year. I know I'll be reading for months what I've already seen here so far, and we're not even a week in!

[entrenous88.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much for including my story "Temporary" on this list. I'm glad you have enjoyed what has been posted of it. And I would say sorry that it isn't finished yet, but...then it wouldn't have gotten a mention. Kidding! I am trying to finish it before the new year rings in, at any rate.

Thank you again for listing it here among these other intriguing-looking stories. :)

[yourlibrarian]

And I would say sorry that it isn't finished yet, but...then it wouldn't have gotten a mention.

Hee, for the sake of this list's completion I was kind of glad it hadn't too! But it's good to hear the wheels are still spinning and I'll get more soon.

I just saw one of your other stories recced farther up the list and I don't think I've read it so I'm looking forward to that.

[entrenous88.livejournal.com]

Oh, very cool! I'll look around to find that person and thank them, if I haven't already. I hope you enjoy that other story. :)