Byler fanfic recs (bc we need it)
A Dream Always the Same - @sevensided
If you're on byler tumblr, and you haven't read this fic, this is a requirement. So well written, and gives us a perfect characterization of Mike (looking at you, vol 2).
Can't Hold Out Forever - scorchstorm
The fics that go through the years of Mike and Will knowing each other since kindergarten just hit different, ok? This one's no exception.
Crazy Together - imyoursandthatsitwhatever
A S2-era fic about Mike and Will sharing emotions, having sleepovers, and overcoming trauma. What's not to love?
Darling, You Got to Let Me Know (Should I Stay Or Should I Go?) - andiwriteordie
Mike gets vecna'd. Need I say more?
Filling the Gaps - nfna118
A series of works about Mike and Will starting in kindergarten and going through the seasons. From multiple povs. This is one of my favorite works ever; the characterizations are spot on!
Geography Notes and Doodles - midnighteverlark
Mike accidentally takes home Will's sketchbook instead of his geography notes. This one is so adorable omg.
I Never Find Out 'Til I'm Head Over Heels - orphan_account
Mike asks Will to the school dance every year, but Will thinks he's just being nice. Mike is trying so hard but he's not quite there yet.
I Want to Know What Love Is (I Want You to Show Me) - reitvelds
The snowball, where Mike and Will finally get their slow dance. S2 my beloved <3
In The Haze of Hesitation - sylvianightshade
Byler and elmax, ft. an oblivious Dustin and Lucas. Set post-S3 and currently in progress.
It's Dangerous to Go Alone! - @byeler
Will has trouble sleeping, so of course Mike sleeps over. Late night talks and movie watching, it's adorable.
Jealousy (Turning Saints Into the Sea) - wasabi8000
Set post vol 1, Mike is jealous when a cute guy hits on Will at a gas station. Mike pretends he isn't jealous, but his excuses are getting out of hand. This is hands down the funniest fic I've ever read, it will have you smiling the whole time.
Laughing Matters - empressoftears
Will gets his wisdom teeth out, and the medicine causes him to say some things to Mike he normally wouldn't. This one is hilarious, I'm never not thinking about "how am I supposed to kiss Mike if I don't have any lips?!"
Neither Of Us Ready to Let Go - dirtyvalentines
A different take on the S3 fight in the rain, filled with angst, fluff, and lotr references.
Over a Bridge Of Time - @sevensided
The amazing sequel to "A dream always the same." So cute (that ending though!), and I am constantly thinking about the picture of Mike and Will hanging on the Byers' wall of family pictures. So adorable <3
The Red Envelope - midnighteverlark
Another classic for byler tumblr--if you haven't read this, where have you been? Will writes down his feelings for Mike in a letter, which Mike accidentally takes home with him. Cue angst.
Mike and Will through the seasons, if El left to be with Kali after S2. Also, Will has powers.
Together Forever - orphan_account
From kindergarten onwards; Mike and Will's development in their feelings for each other. They're kids and maybe don't understand everything quite yet.
Yet another classic fic for byler tumblr. In which Will hasn't had his first kiss yet and Mike offers to help him practice. Featuring Max as the best guide to sorting out feelings ever <3
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