Ao3 Fanfic Blog

MY AO3 IS ALSO destielinfinity4. follow for writing updates, tips?, inspiration, prompts, etc. I wouldn't object to kink memes, message me if you have an idea, I reserve the right to say I'm not into it but I'm kinky af so it isn't likely to happen .I MIGHT REBLOG SPOILERS IM SORRYYY

[writing-and-nutmeg]

…does this make sense?

[superpaltriofan]

Motivation be a bitch like that sometimes.

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Back at it again with them writer memes.

[formerlyjannafaye]

posting your fic on AO3 like

[destielinfinity4]

I said I’d post tips sooo

Anyway y’all I’ve been writing again! I came up with a nice way to set up my fics finally. I tend to make them over complicated and then get overwhelmed and they become difficult to change SO here’s the 15 minute non overwhelming version!

1. Write a paragraph long summary of your ideas for the fic, if you wanna break it up into chapters just do one sentence per chapter and number the sentences. 

2. Then make a list of your characters (since this is fanfic you probs don’t need to make them from scratch yay). Then for each character write ONE (or mayyybeee two if you think you can swing it) trait that you want to emphasize. Then write for each character one trait that causes conflict that you wanna emphasize.

3. Themes you wanna discuss. I always end up sneaking these in, AKA my real life struggles end up pouring out into my writing and I can’t stop it. BUT yeah, you know how in English class you look for social commentary, symbolism, all that jazz? I’m guessing it made you wanna write shit like that and here’s how you do it! These should be things you care about, ie I tend to write a lot about mental illness. THIS IS YOUR PLATFORM USE IT! 

anyway this ended up longer than I meant, hope this helps someone

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[angel-kitten-babygirl-u-choose]

I feel attacked by this

[fanfictionwriter101]

Read Read Read Read Read Read

[meridianrose]

AO3 tags

Do you ever type in the additional tags box at AO3 and be surprised/delighted that “There’s a tag for that?” And other times wonder “Why isn’t there a [canonized] tag for that?”

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me: going through a depressive episode, anxiety, mood swings, whatever

me: how can i……….take this out on my favorite fictional characters

[dnmc-designs]

[donttouchthegun]

Me: I love writing and I do it because it’s my passion, I don’t need to get reviews or feedback fro-

AO3 Inbox: (1)

Me: FUCK THAT VALIDATE ME PLEASE

[universalfanfic]

Non-writing fanfic tips

Writing fanfic can be as hard emotionally as it is technically. Here are some things I’ve learned on my own journey! - You are your own fan: Few writers really rise to the level of fanfiction fame that we all dream of. As discouraging as it may be, you can’t let that stop you from writing. Be your own fan! Draw yourself fanart, get excited over your next chapter, make yourself a playlist! It may feel self indulgent, but if it gets you motivated then it’s worth it!

- Write that scene you’ve been thinking about for two days: Really. Just write it. Maybe it’s not going to happen for another three chapters, but you’ll feel better when it’s on the page or the screen. It might just help you with that writer’s block you’ve been having. Plus, now you have a spot in your story to look forward to.

- Write what you like; even if it’s just that one thing: So you like soulmate aus, or oc fics, or hurt/comfort. You feel like that’s all you write. Awesome! Who cares! You like it! No one is paying you anyway, you might as well just write what you’re into! And you never know, you might just become the niche author who people clamor to. Fic readers are hungry and they have cravings. Maybe you’ll be the one that satisfies that need for that one kind of story readers are desperate for.

- Appreciate those regular reviewers; they are awesome: Maybe you get three reviews every chapter. They are always the same three people. Those people are gold. They are the ones that become your un/official friends and fuel your motivation to finish the story. And, odds are, if they’re the ones sticking around the most, they’re going to be the ones to leave the most in depth and encouraging feedback. Love these people; they set the bar.

- Be the kind of reader you wish you had: If you love a story, let the author know! If you just sort of liked a story, still leave feedback! That bit of encouragement might make a persons day! Don’t be afraid to talk to other writers, draw fanart for stories you love, or ask questions. You could even check out the stories of your reviewers! Leaving feedback on their stuff could really blow them over, especially if they really like your writing. Don’t do it to pander, though, be sincere! Even if you don’t increase your readers or feedback, I’ve found that none of that feels quite as good as making someone else’s day!

Hope these tips help you mentally as you transverse the world of fic writing! It’s a dynamic community with plenty of places to explore and go. I’m still learning myself! Feel free to add on to this list if you’ve learned something you want to share!  

[sagemoderocklee]

can fandom just collectively start to treat fanfic writers the same way it treats fanartists

like can we support fanfic writers with kofi accounts and patreons? can we help struggling writers out with donations in exchange for fic? can we share fic with the same fervor that we share art? 

because honestly, writing is hard and this strange dichotomy that’s been created is really weird. not everyone is a great artist, and by that same token not everyone is a great writer. 

if you love fanfiction, support fanfiction writers 

[kianraidelcam]

Me: Scrolls through Tumblr instead of writing.

Me: I’ll put on music to write to so I don’t get distracted.

Me: Dramatically scrolls through Tumblr.

[castielthesmolbean-deactivated2]

Thank you

I would like to thank all of the ao3 writers who fucked me up on a personal level.

[infinityhallows-deactivated2025]

Living the secret life of a fanfic writer is…

· Tapping notes on your phone wherever you can

· On the bus, on the tube, on your lunch break

· And very late at night

· Cause that’s when you get inspired the most

· But you also need to SLEEP

· Saving moodboards for every character

· Looking through headcanons to keep up the creativity

· Coming up with scenes in your head when you’re walking, or in the shower

· Making excuses to not go out cause you need to write

· Then staring blankly at a screen as you will your brain to bloody work ffs   

· Getting distracted from writing by reading other fanfics

· And you can’t stop

· Lterally it’s an addiction. You read it everywhere

· The guy next to you on the train is reading over your shoulder and judging you

· Setting deadlines in your head and knowing you’ll be STRESSING to meet them

· Stalking over other fic writer’s feeds cause they are #goals

· Procrastinating… By writing posts like this one 

💚✒

[thesakurainrain]

Me, posting a fic onto ao3: can I get a comment. Can I please get a comment