Anything over 900 words needs to be under a readmore. Im serious. This kinda shit will get you blocked by other blogs who frequent the tags your using!
It’s been getting worse & worse recently. It esp sucks on mobile for how long you have to scroll go get passed them.
If you don’t know how either type “:readmore:” (without the quotes) or hit the icon with the squiggly line in the middle (beside the poll icon)
I’m tagging this with fandoms & characters ive been seeing it under in hopes y’all see it.
S: you will obviously top, you big manly man you, like oooobviously you're not gonna bottom, that wouldn't be very ubermensh of you, only I'm damsel enough here to have to bottom
Z: I could bottom
S: omg that's so hot and generous of you, let's never bring it up again, now fuck me
(sorry I'm just so tired of femboy/genderqueer twink damsel in distress sanji and aggressive caveman borderline abusive zoro that I've started avoiding solely Z/S fics in recent years, but I can't stay in my lane if the fics are mistagged can I?)
if i see a fic that says they dont have a beta and I read it and I love it but I see spelling mistakes and I would really like being the proofreader can I ask the author or am I being weird?
[Kinda small "psa" or something??? Response to AO3 recent Anon comments]
Okay so a tw, this is a long-a$$ rant and way too early for that but I had to bring it up cause comments are getting out of line. Fandom wank, fandom issues (concerning some comments I got on my fics recently, mostly Elrondriel.)
I know I write a lot. Like... a lot.
Maybe even too much at times. But that’s just how I function creatively—I write and write and write, and I don’t really stop to take a breath.
I don’t say that as some weird flex, and I definitely don’t mean it as, “Oh, authors should be constantly cranking out content.” That’s not my mindset at all. Writing is deeply personal, and everyone has their own rhythm. Some people take their time, some people work in bursts, some don’t write for months and then drop a masterpiece out of nowhere. And all of that is valid.
For me, though, writing is just this endless cycle of ideas hitting me, and I have to get them out before they fade. It’s less of a conscious choice and more like—if I don’t write it down, my brain is gonna chew on it forever and never let me rest.
I have dozens of notebooks FULL of notes, story ideas, prompts, lyrics, poetry, quotes etc.
And because of that, I don’t read as much as I probably should. Not even just fanfic—I barely read books, and I own a lot of books. They just sit there, collecting dust while I hyperfixate on my own writing.
And that’s not me being shady or ignoring other writers or the community. It’s not me thinking, "oh, my writing is the only thing that matters", because that’s absolutely not the case.
There are so many incredible writers out there, and I know I’m missing out on amazing stories, but the way my brain works... if I’m in a writing headspace, I can’t read other people’s work.
Not because I don’t want to, but because I tend to compare. I’ll read something brilliant, and instead of just appreciating it for what it is, my brain immediately twists it into something negative. It’s not just "your writing isn’t this good, why are you even trying?"—it’s "you’re taking up space that belongs to better writers, you should stop, you should step aside, you’re just cluttering things up".
And once I start thinking like that, it’s a downward spiral. I get stuck in this loop of convincing myself that I don’t belong, that I’m taking attention away from people who deserve it more, that I should just give up and let “real” writers do their thing. And I know that’s not logical.
I know creativity isn’t a limited resource, and there’s room for everyone, but when those thoughts hit, they hit hard. And I want to be clear—I’m not saying this to be bitchy or fish for reassurance or anything like that. It’s just the way my brain works, and it sucks, because I truly believe that everyone deserves their space in writing and fandom. Every writer, no matter how big or small, deserves to create, to be seen, to take up space. And that includes me. I have to remind myself of that sometimes, but it’s true.
So, when I’m in a writing flow, I just let myself write.
I let the ideas pour out, and I don’t stop to consume anything else—not because I don’t want to, but because if I shift my focus, I might lose the momentum. Writing, for me, is like chasing a current; if I let go of it for too long, I might not find my way back. And my ADHD sure as hell isn’t helping. My brain is already a chaotic mess of thoughts bouncing around at high speed, and if I don’t grab onto an idea the second it hits me, there’s a solid chance it’ll vanish into the void forever. I can tell myself, "Oh, I’ll just take a break and come back to it later", but nine times out of ten? Later never happens.
The idea either warps into something completely different, or it’s gone entirely. So, when I’m in that flow, I have to follow it. I need to write while the words are there, before my brain decides to hyperfocus on something else entirely and leaves me standing there like, "Wait… what was I doing again?"
And when I’m in that space, I get so wrapped up in my own world that everything else fades into the background. It’s not intentional, and it’s definitely not about ignoring or dismissing anyone—I just get hyper-focused, and pulling myself out of that mindset isn’t easy.
I know that might make me seem distant, or like I don’t engage with the community as much as I “should.” I know it might come across as being uninterested, but I promise that’s not the case. I see the incredible talent all around me. I know there are so many brilliant writers out there, creating beautiful, moving stories, and I know I’m missing out on so much. But my brain doesn’t let me do both—if I try to read while I’m in a writing headspace, I start comparing. I start doubting myself. I lose the joy in my own work, and instead of writing, I end up spiraling. And at the end of the day, I just want to create.
I want to tell the stories that won’t leave my head, and I want to do it without constantly questioning whether I deserve to be here.
I also want to make it clear that I’m working on it. I’m trying to find better balance, to remind myself that engaging with other writers and appreciating their work doesn’t take anything away from my own. I know that creativity isn’t a competition, and I want to be better about reading and supporting others. But at the same time, I also don’t think it’s fair to act like the way I write is somehow wrong. It’s my process. It’s what works for me.
And no, that’s not a valid excuse for people to leave anonymous comments on my AO3 saying I take up “too much space,” or that I should “step aside” for others. That’s not how creativity works. No one is taking space from anyone else—there is no limit, no quota.
We’re all here to create, to share, to express ourselves, and everyone has a place in that.
And honestly, it’s not just fanfiction—I write like this all the time.
I’m working on my own books, too, and those come out fast as well. It’s just the way I am, the way my brain processes stories. I get an idea, and it feels like it has to be written right now before it disappears. I don’t sit on things for months, letting them marinate—I dive in headfirst, and I write until it’s done. That’s not me trying to churn out content for the sake of numbers, and it’s definitely not me clout-chasing or trying to follow whatever ship or fandom trend happens to be popular at the moment. I don’t work like that.
I write what I want to write, what inspires me, and what won’t leave me alone until I put it into words.
The speed at which I write isn’t calculated, it’s not about feeding an algorithm or staying “relevant”—it’s just how I am. Some people write slow and deliberate, others take breaks, some people only write when the mood strikes, and all of those approaches are valid. But this is mine. I write fast because that’s how my ideas come to me, and trying to slow down or force myself into a different process doesn’t work—it just frustrates me and makes me lose the joy in what I’m doing. And I’m not going to change my entire way of creating just to avoid looking like I’m trying to dominate a space that isn’t limited to begin with.
I genuinely don’t know what the goal is when people come into my spaces—my pages, my posts, my comment sections—just to tell me to slow down, or to mock the way I write, or to say I’m “taking up too much space,” even as a so-called joke. What am I supposed to do with that?
Stop writing? Apologize for creating? Ask for permission before I share something I poured my time and energy into?
Because I’m not going to do that. I don’t understand why the speed at which I write is something that bothers people to the point that they feel the need to comment on it, as if my creative process is some kind of personal offense. I’m not flooding a tag with meaningless spam. I’m not demanding attention or pushing other people out.
I’m literally just writing.
And the idea that I should somehow "slow down" just to make other people more comfortable is ridiculous. No one else is obligated to read what I put out. No one is being forced to engage with my work. If my pace annoys you, don’t look. But the fact that I write quickly doesn’t mean I’m doing anything wrong.
And the thing is, I’m doing my best here. I don’t have infinite time. My schedule is full. I have responsibilities, studies, exams, deadlines, things I have to juggle, just like anyone else. And still, I make time to write because I love it, because it keeps me going, because I need to get these stories out of my head. It’s not like I’m sitting around with endless free hours, doing nothing but typing away just to prove some kind of point. I squeeze writing in wherever I can—late at night, early in the morning, between everything else I have to do. So the idea that people see that, see me putting in effort to create something I care about, and their response is to mock it, to act like I’m doing something wrong by simply existing and writing at my own pace? That’s frustrating. And I need people to understand that I’m not going to stop, or slow down, or apologize for writing the way that works for me. Because at the end of the day, I’m not hurting anyone.
I’m just doing what I love, and that should be enough.
Writing is a coping mechanism for me. It always has been. It’s how I process things, how I make sense of the chaos in my head, how I give myself a space where I can just exist without overthinking every little thing. Some people go for a walk, some people journal, some people drown themselves in movies or music—I write.
It’s what keeps me going, what makes me feel like myself. And when I’m told that I’m being “too much” just for existing the way I do, for expressing myself in the way that feels most natural to me, it fucking sucks. Telling anyone that they’re “too much” for simply creating, for being passionate about something, for sharing what they love? That’s cruel. That’s not “criticism,” that’s not “just a joke”—it’s tearing someone down for no reason other than to make yourself feel bigger.
And no one deserves that. No one should be made to feel like they have to shrink themselves just to make someone else comfortable.
If you don’t like what I write, don’t read it. If my pace, my output, my existence in this space somehow bothers you, mute me. Block me. Walk away. I promise you, I do not give a single fuck.
I am not forcing anyone to engage with my work. I’m not standing outside your house, banging on your window, demanding you acknowledge me. If I’m not for you, that’s fine—just move on. But what I won’t do is apologize for taking up space. I won’t dim myself down just because someone else thinks I’m “too much.” I love writing. I love creating. And I’m not going to stop just to make people who contribute nothing but negativity feel better about themselves.
I’m not afraid to block people who are demanding, entitled, or just outright awful.
I don’t care if we’ve interacted before, if we were mutuals, if you “supported” my work in the past—if you treat me like some kind of content machine that exists solely to pump out stories on your schedule, you’re getting blocked.
No hesitation. I’ve had to block people I once considered mutuals because they thought it was okay to press me like a fucking lime for updates constantly, as if I owe them a never-ending stream of content just because they read my work. Newsflash: I don’t. I write because I want to, because I love it, not because I’m under contract to provide endless entertainment on demand.
If I post something and you enjoy it? Great! If I don’t update for a while? That’s my business. If you think pestering me, guilting me, or demanding more (or Gods forbid, adding my work to your list of projects or something to "finish it" because "i'm taking too long") is going to do anything other than get you permanently removed from my space, you’re dead wrong.
I set boundaries for a reason, and if you can’t respect them, you’re gone. Simple as that.
I definitely didn’t think this would be how my morning was going, but here I am, replying to comments—sipping my drink, minding my business—and between the sweet, adorable ones that make my heart grow three sizes, there are always a few people who just can’t resist being assholes. Like, congratulations, I guess? You saw a nice, peaceful comment section and thought, "Wow, this needs some negativity!"
Must be exhausting carrying around that much unnecessary bitterness so early in the day.
I am not taking up anyone’s space. I am not pushing people out. And I am not some cold, inactive bitch in communities who refuses to engage just for the sake of it. I am simply existing the way that works for me. I write a lot because that’s how my brain functions—it’s how I cope, how I create, how I express myself. It’s not some calculated effort to dominate a space or to make others feel lesser. I’m not sitting here thinking, "Ah yes, time to overshadow everyone else today".
That’s ridiculous.
I just write because I love it, because I need to, because the stories won’t leave me alone otherwise. That’s it. That’s the whole thing.
And sure, I’m not the most active in communities in the way people might expect—I don’t always comment on everything, I don’t always interact as much as I “should,” but that’s not because I don’t care. It’s not because I’m some aloof, selfish asshole who can’t be bothered. It’s just that when I’m in a writing headspace, that’s where my focus goes. If I stop to read too much, I compare. If I spend too much time engaging, I spiral, thinking "I shouldn’t be writing at all because I am taking too much space". And then suddenly, the thing that brings me joy—the thing that keeps me going—feels like a burden.
That’s not something I’m willing to risk. But I am working on it, working on being better.
So no, I’m not ignoring people, I’m not taking anything away from anyone, and I’m not some clout-chasing machine following fandom trends for engagement. I write what I love at the pace that works for me, and that should be enough. If someone has an issue with that, if they feel the need to police my output, my presence, my way of existing, that’s on them. Not me. I refuse to shrink myself down to make other people more comfortable. I refuse to apologize for taking up space when everyone deserves a spot. Including myself.
M'kay, can we normalize NOT leaving unsolicited criticism in fic comments again? Got my first negative comment today and it fucking sucks. Idgaf if you didn't like how I wrote MY story. You didn't have to fucking read it, did you? Perhaps I wouldn't write it the same way if I'd written it recently. But at the time it was a creative choice, one I've seen and admired reading from other fic writers. I get that not everything I write will be someone's cup of tea, that's fine. But it's FUCKING RUDE to leave comments like this on people's work! Fic is a gift, written FOR FREE. I don't need to know what YOUR preferences are. I wrote the story with MY preferences in mind. Fuck. Off. If. You. Don't. Like. It. Ugh 😡
I'm feeling too lazy to make a poll about this but what are everyone's thoughts on reading someone's fics on ao3 after realizing they've blocked you on social media? Would you still read stuff but not interact? Would you avoid their works/mute them? Would you be upset if someone you blocked interacted with your fics?
What do people do with unfinished fics? I have like....a dozen that I am so not moved by the fandom anymore to the point they’ll likely remained unfinished, but I do quite like them. Is it AO3 faux-pas to post something that is just snippets? Stories for adoption? Post on Tumblr only? Horde and keep to myself for ever and ever?
