Fic Rec Friday's Week of Celebration and Self Recs, Day 1
Thank you for tagging me @a-noble-dragon @elleelleg amd @jamilas-pen !
I've decided to go big or go home and rec every single fic I've written this week! Some of them are a bit of a stretch to fit the theme, but I'll warn you in advance.
Light & Fluffy: here are two drabbles for your enjoyment: Snow & Brick.
Humor: a holiday themed double drabble, Yule Love It
Around the World: A fic where David & Patrick visit New York City, A Knight and His Noble Companion.
Tagging some writer mutuals who may have self recs @carolrain @mammameesh @tyfinn @fictasticvoyage @queenmabcreates @trickiwooao3 @characterassassination-at-9am
Well, friends, here it is, the last of one full year of posts. At some point in the next few days, I'll do an aggregate stats post (when I'm able to get it together). Thanks for all your support over the last year!
2019
Fold in the Cheese [david/patrick, T, 2,386] by TayTay4936
David decided it was his turn to be the gift giver for once.
Never Gonna Get My Love [david/patrick, T, 1,051] by @fraudulentzodiac
After missing out on the open mic night, Alexis unearths footage of a very different performance of Patrick's.
Inspired by actual Noah Reid song "Never Gonna Get My Love."
Pictures of a different time [david/patrick, G, 1,771] by @theres-a-goldensky
It was liberating to finally get one over on Sebastien Raine -- both literally and figuratively. If it made David feel a little slimy in the aftermath, well, it wouldn’t be sex with Sebastien without the lingering regret and shame anyway. At least this time he did it with his eyes open. And a condom.
Patrick meets Sebastien Raine.
Stuck on your heart [david/patrick, G, 2,395] by @theres-a-goldensky
“Thank you!” Patrick said again, beaming at the applause from the crowd, looking so handsome with that stupid acoustic guitar still strapped to him. Was it hot in here? It felt hot to David all of a sudden.
2020
a sweet treat [david/patrick, T, 365] by @hullomoon
David tries to find out who ate the last of the ice cream bars.
After the Whisky, Before the Fire [david/patrick, M, 5,278] by @aeliagioia
They went for a drink at Jake's knowing the invitation had very little to do with the whisky.
Here's what happened when they got home.
Let's make this last forever [david/patrick, T, 14,193] by Point_of_no_return
Patrick is decorating the Christmas tree throughout the years of his life with special trinkets he has collected in his relationship with Rachel and then with David Rose. There is a lot of reflection going through all of the different ornaments and this is a nostalgic story of finding love, staying in love, getting married, and starting a family. These young men have had an incredible journey of finding themselves and then each other.
No Point in Placing the Blame [david/patrick, M, 14,507] by odofidi
Part of him knew it was a mistake, that he was overreacting, falling into old patterns, putting Patrick into the same columns as the ones who came before him. The rational part of his brain knew this. But the stronger part, the part that had been broken for so long, the part still covered with fragile cracks, over ruled.
What if David wasn't so sure about everything. What if in the end, the idea of having gone through with anything at Jake's scared him so badly that he walked away?
2021
As the sunlight crept through the cracks [david/patrick, M, 1,144] by @orangesnlavender
TW: Homophobia
I am putting a trigger warning because there is some homophobia and I know that it's triggering for some. <33
Patrick tries to be the good husband he is and he sets up a meeting with a vendor without mentioning it to David. It goes very badly, the vendor is homophobic, and it sets off some past triggers for David.
baby blues [david/patrick, E, 3,612] by @schittyfic
“Sometimes I don’t wear, uh, boxers. Or briefs.”
David’s eyes flash. “Excuse me, are you telling me you’re going commando in our store?”
Our store. Patrick tamps down a giddy smile. “Not commando.”
“Well then, what - oh.” David shimmies with delight, stalking closer and dancing his fingertips up Patrick’s arms to his shoulders. “Patrick Brewer, what are you wearing?”
Calls from Marcy [david/patrick, G, 1,644] by @goodiecornbread
Patrick talks to his parents a few times a week. He tells them everything about his new life in Schitt's Creek.
Well, almost everything.
Maybe it's time to tell them the rest of the story?
Chile [twyla/oc, T, 300] by Rosey_Peach
Common Ground [david/patrick, G, 2,267] by orphan_account
Ronnie heads to Rose Apothecary looking for relief from the flu, but David's kind gesture suddenly falls to Patrick.
(See notes for a better summary. I'm sorry I'm so terrible at this)
Crying Your Heart Out [david/patrick, G, 22,177] by SoonerOrLater
The first, second and third times David and Patrick cried in front of each other. And the first time they cried together.
Doin it for the fame [david/patrick, NR, 1,857] by anonymous
Patrick decides to team up with a familiar performer
Downtime [alexis & ruth, G, 1,198] by another_Hero
Alexis and Ruth have a slumber party at a fancy hotel
exalted in the scene [david/patrick, T, 1,065] by budd
Patrick lightly opens up to David about his struggles with body image on the ride to his apartment after getting fitted for their wedding tuxedo.
Title from "Rather Be" by Clean Bandit
i can tell that we are gonna be friends [david & twyla, G, 700] by @sarahlevys
She's beaming at him. He can hear his sister's voice in his head – I know you guys aren't, like, close, but it would really mean a lot to me if you got to know each other better. So he smiles back at her, close-lipped, but a real smile nonetheless.
When it's time for the newly-branded Twyla's Café Tropical to reopen, Twyla asks David for a favour. AKA: Help me, David-Wan Kenobi! You're my only hope!
I Can't Live Without You [david/patrick, T, 6,818] by DawnDust
David gets into a car accident while he's on the phone with Patrick.
I want to show you the shape I'm in [stevie/alexis, T, 1,017] by @kiwiana-writes
The backing track for 'Money, Money' is already pumping out of the speakers when she pokes her head around the door to see Patrick and Stevie stomping around each other like they have been in every rehearsal, while the smokeshow Alexis assumes is the choreographer takes notes on a little clipboard.
I Would Still Know You [david/patrick, M, 851] by @im-televisions-moira-rose
Post-canon, Patrick watches David sleep and thinks about how time passes.________
Writing referenced for this piece of the Commonplace Book is from Lang Leav's Memories
Many the Miles [alexis/twyla, T, 7,996] by @sarahlevys singsongsung
There's a hesitance on the other end, before Alexis speaks up again. "I mean, I super miss you, Twy. Of course I want you here. But –" She sneezes again. "I'm like, super gross and on my deathbed and stuff. So not –" Another sneeze, followed by a huffing, disgruntled nose. Despite Alexis' illness, Twyla can't help but smile as she tries to imagine the face Alexis is making. "So not a cute look for me, babe."
On the weekend Twyla is supposed to visit Alexis in NYC, Alexis gets a cold.
Twyla goes anyway.
Son-rise Bay [david/patrick, T, 2,032] by @grapehyasynth
AU where Patrick never makes it to Schitt's Creek but gets cast as Vivian Blake's son in the Sunrise Bay reboot
the b word [david/patrick, G, 1,009] by thisfp
Patrick usually enjoys seeing how David responds to being riled up. This is different.
The Headache [david/patrick, G, 2,701] by @frizzlenox
When Patrick ends up in the hospital after a hockey injury, David assumes the worst. What David doesn't expect is how hard it is to deal with an impatient injured Patrick.
the most important meals are shared with you [alexis & ruth, G, 2,265] by budd
An exploration of Alexis and Ruth's friendship through four meals they share together.
Where We Can Go As We Are [david/patrick, G, 703] by @redwineandqueer
By the time David gets to Patrick’s apartment, his stomach is churning and his palms are so sweaty he can barely grip the key to get the door unlocked. It’s stupid - he’s been to Patrick’s place more times than he can count in the two months since he’s moved in. But this is his first time being here alone and part of him can’t shake the feeling like he’s trespassing somewhere he shouldn’t be.
You Made It All Okay [david/patrick, T, 17,796] by @trueillusion82
The incoming winter storm was why David had gone to Heather’s farm that afternoon rather than waiting until the following morning, when the worst of the storm was supposed to hit the Greater Elms. In fact, he’d left when he did so he’d be sure to have plenty of time to get back to Schitt’s Creek before the snow even started, but now, that appeared to be a moot point.
Patrick was considering dialing David’s number for a fourth time -- and perhaps leaving a voicemail -- when the phone started to vibrate in his hand, and a number he didn’t recognize flashed up on the screen.
2022
Asking for what you want [david/patrick, E, 2,112] by Obsessedwithdavrick
Patrick struggles with being okay with what he wants. David always sees him, and helps him to vocalise exactly what he wants. Which to be clear, is copious amounts of cum.
A little bit smutty and a little bit sweet story of conversations that happen when you become vulnerable.
If Ever A Wiz There Was [david & stevie, T, 16,458] by @a-noble-dragon
David is in a tizzy, he's going to have to get busy if he wants to apologise to his best friend and find his way home again.Can he and his little dog succeed in this strange and fantastical land full of familiar faces, sunshine and songs?
Slip of the Tongue [david/patrick, T, 753] by @tyfinn
David finds himself the object of Patrick's Freudian slips during a day trip to search for new vendors.
2023
Layover [david/patrick, NR, 46,466] by resilient_rose
AU where David and Patrick meet at the airport. Oneshot.
The French [david/patrick, NR, 93,869, CW: rape/noncon] by Critically_Reviewed
David needs a date to his sister's wedding. He decides that Patrick is perfect for the job. Chaos ensues.
2024
Fever breathe your love on me [david/patrick, E, 28,642] by @a-noble-dragon
It starts with a cough. That's all. There's nothing significant about it, it's merely a cough... and a few aches and pains here and there. But that's all. Patrick's fine. Really. Besides, he has a new store to run, so he's busy, and it's just, like, whatever.
- Or, Patrick is not not sick, and David (somehow) takes care of him.
Language of Love: Birthdays [david/patrick, NR, 13,002] by PandorasDaydream
David and Patrick celebrate their first birthdays as husbands.
Not Today [patrick & rachel, G, 1,391] by Obsessedwithdavrick
Patrick and Rachel's conversation after the fallout of the Barbeque.
Take my heart and make it strong [david/patrick, G, fanart] by @lizzie-bennetdarcy
David's olive branch to Patrick
Vacation Husbands [david/patrick, G, fanart] by @lizzie-bennetdarcy
David and Patrick embark on their summer vacation
Stats:
No fanworks for 2017 or 2018
2019: 4 fics/7,603 words
2020: 4 fics/34,343 words
2021: 20 fics/79,152 words
2022: 3 fics/19,323 words
2023: 2 fics/140,335 words
2024: 5 fanworks (3 fics, 2 fanart)/43,315 words
Total: 38 fanworks (36 fics, 2 fanart)/323,891 words
Spring has finally arrived here in the Northeastern US. To celebrate, this week I'd love for you to recommend your favorite fics featuring nature. Whether that's hiking, gardening, our favorite boys getting caught in the rain or any other outdoor adventure.
Spring is definitely here in South Carolina, and by Spring, I mean pollen. All the pollen. Staying indoors to read about my favorite boys is just what I need! 🌼🌺🌸
I thought my top ten fic list was solid and impenetrable until this lovely fic came into our lives last year. I love it so, so much! I have read it at least 5 times already! 🏜️
Catch Me When I Fall
by smallumbrella / @smallumbrella369
Sometimes you blow up your life on purpose, sometimes it gets blown up for you. And sometimes, if you're lucky, you find essential parts of yourself in the rubble and build something new. David Rose and Patrick Brewer find themselves, and each other, in Joshua Tree, California.
I adore this fic! Such a creative way to tell a story—as always I’m blown away by this little group of ours! 🥥🌴
Rose from the Ashes
by Likerealpeopledo / @likerealpeopledo-on-ao3
Meet David Rose and Patrick Brewer, the two men who were found living on a deserted island for over forty-five days after the Blayze Music Festival went up in smoke. Documentary filmmaker (town council member, real estate agent, closet organizer, and photographer) Ray Butani has assembled an in-depth, first-person account of one of the more positive outcomes of the fraudulent festival: the romance that blossomed amongst the chaos. Binge read all eight episodes to learn how getting lost led David and Patrick to find both themselves and each other.
A perfect soulmate meet-cute. I love the meaning behind the flowers, and they are perfect choices for D&P. 💙🖤
Bloom
by AWorldOfDreams / @a-noble-dragon
David takes Patrick's hand and... gasps at the contact when there's a sudden buzzing like electricity up his arm from where they're touching. And that's not all.
And here’s another lovely fic about the meaning of flowers and our boys falling in love. 💐
with a little water and a little bit of sunlight
by stereopticons / @stereopticons
David owns a flower shop and specializes in selecting flowers based on their meanings. Patrick comes in to buy flowers for his girlfriend and gets more than he bargained for.
For week 47, @stargazer56 asked us to reflect upon all the wonderful fics we have discovered through Fic Rec Friday:
In the spirit of discovery, this week let's all recommend our favorite underrated gems. Is there a fic you constantly reread that you think deserves more love? What about that fic you've been dying to recommend, but it doesn't fit neatly into any of the previous categories? Writers, is there a fic of yours that you feel is overlooked? Let's recommend those deep cuts and fics that haven't previously received any Fic Rec Friday love.
Here's our list of miscellaneous but loved fics:
At the Beginning With You by @fishyspots
Beneath the Same Moonlight by calloftheloon / @wearpersistencewell
Broken Kind of Feeling by @elleelleg
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE - 4.02 Pregnancy Test Coda Fic by Poutini / @cheesecurdsgravyandfries
Coffee, Cookies and Other Completely Normal Office Perks by @stargazer56
David Sits Here And Thinks About What He’s Done by @nilolay
The Details of Desire by @trickiwooao3
Dropping anchor by @demora00
the grey ceiling on the earth by @queenmabcreates
Hearts' Awakening by @ineveryuniverse-sc
Held by @jamilas-pen
I would teach my feet to fly by @stargazer56
I'll Light the Fire by @norskheks
i'll stick by your side, if you'll be right by mine by ApothecaRose / @chanyelle
I'm Here For You (and the rest of the Patrick the Poet series) by @elifisher96
into the wild blue (and its sequel back to the blue) by Ayes
The Light in your Eyes by @smallumbrella369
Luster by @rosedavid
Memories Feel Like Weapons by @elifisher96
New year's wishes and midnight kisses by @demora00
The Not-Lake House by DisgruntledPelican (and its podfic by @amanita-fierce @delilah-mcmuffin)
Over The River by @flowerfan2
Spiralling Off In All Directions by The_Same_But_Different / @different-but-the-same (and its companion Jewish Channing Tatum by DawnDust)
step by step by @fakingsincerity
time will say nothing by @stereopticons
Trapped In This Gothic Horror Show by calloftheloon / @wearpersistencewell
Twelve Hours by @treluna4
Unexpected Places by iola17 / @beaiola
What Happened To You? by therapychicken
You dropped this by lonely_ampersand / @smblmn
You took the time to memorise me by yourbuttervoicedbeau / @kiwiana-writes
I love this list. I hope everyone finds something new here. Thank you, all.
For week 48, we are writing self-recommendation posts. Join us! Let everyone know what you've written that deserves attention! (Tag me, please.)
As always, tumblr and I are imperfect, so let me know if you spot a mistake.
Winter weather is swiftly descending on Schitt's Creek, so bust out your laptops and hot cocoa and get ready for another year of Frozen Over!
Frozen Over is a prompt fest (not an exchange) for Schitt’s Creek fanworks inspired by that time of year when the creek is frozen over. All types of AO3-supported fanworks are welcome! Prompting will begin October 15 at noon!
Important Dates: (all times Eastern)
Prompts Submitted: October 15 - October 31, noon
Claiming Prompts: October 31 - December 14 (please note that any claims made prior to noon EST on October 31 will be removed to give everyone a fair shot!)
Posting Deadline: December 14 at 11:59pm
Fanworks Released: Daily at noon beginning December 17
Creators Revealed: Noon on December 24
How to Participate:
I want to participate as a writer! Awesome! Once the collection opens for prompting on October 15, leave all the prompts that your heart desires, then come back after noon on October 31 or later to claim the prompts you want to fill. We will have catch-all prompts, too, if you want to work from a separate, original idea.
I want to participate as a podficcer or a fanartist! Yay! We love this journey for you. Message us here on tumblr and, if possible, we'll connect you with a writer! We will have catch-all prompts, too, if you want to submit your own original fanart or podfic of an existing winter-themed fic.
Wait – I'm a writer, and I'd love to have a podfic or fanart created to go with my Frozen Over 2025 work! Cool! Send us a message and, if possible, we'll connect you with a podficcer and/or artist!
Can I leave prompts even if I'm not contributing to the fest myself? Yes! But we'd love it if you considered contributing, too! (No pressure, of course.)
Questions? Reach us on Tumblr @scfrozenover (Asks are open!)
I had a few ideas for what is most likely my last week to host. Ultimately, I felt like it was time....since we're winding down....for....SHAMELESS SELF PROMOTION!
That's it. That's the theme. Do you have a fic that you're particularly proud of? Or a fic that got a lot of attention when you posted but hasn't been recc'd yet? Or something that didn't get enough attention and you want to give it a boost? Here's your chance! I know we all hate it, but we should be proud of the work we've done and there's nothing wrong with patting ourselves on the back every now and then ;)
I'm going to start with 3 of mine. The first two come from my 'Pants on Fire' series wherein Patrick Brewer is caught lying about one thing or another, usually to embarrassing results. These two are less embarrassing and more heartwarming and ended up being chapters long instead of a one-shot. Some of my best works spawned from short fics that you carnies loved and encouraged me to write more! So thank you all!
Public Displays of Affection where Patrick learns to let go a bit around his family.
Dana? where we meet Patrick's BFF Brad!
For my 3rd rec, I'm going to go with my frozen over fic from a couple of years ago. It's just got a healthy dose of embarrassment, along with some feelings too....and my most favorite parents, Marcy and Clint.
Stockings Were Hung By The Chimney With Care
The last thing I'll say is that if you're new here, or not familiar with my work, about 90% of it is super embarrassing situations for our boys that usually involve sex and Marcy, sometimes Clint. So if second-hand embarrassment is your jam, you should probably check out my fics ;)
Details for the week can be found here, including the themes for each day.
Day 1:
Light & Fluffy- This was tough because I love writing fluff. That being said, I'm choosing Lost Time that I wrote for @a-noble-dragon. Seems only fitting since they organized this week's themes. In this fic, David questions Patrick's love of PDA while visiting Clint and Marcy.
Humor- I write a lot of humor, but for this I'll rec my Shower Shake-Ups! series. I loved finding new ways when characters found themselves walking in while another was showering. My personal favorites are Patrick walking in on Stevie, David walking in on Stevie, and Ray walking in on David.
Hurt/Comfort- Man About Town was one of my earlies fics where David hurts his ankle. Patrick and Stevie learn some surprising things they never knew about David.
Around the world- For this I choose What Happens in Vegas Can Last Forever. This was an AU different first meeting where David and Patrick meet on their way to Las Vegas. I had a lot of fun writing this one.
I'm looking forward to this week!
NP tagging @stereopticons @mallpretzles @olinsghost @wearpersistencewell @ramonaflow @jettestar and anyone else who has fics to rec this week