Please Hold Tightly, Bonding

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Big friggin' table.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Please Hold Tightly
Author: M
Characters: John, John, Noranti
Prompt: #21, Epiphany
Rating: NC-17
Length: Medium
Brief summary: John, Noranti, lakka, and a red dusty planet; TalynJohn shows MoyaJohn what he is. This is an elegantly written dream fic that presents a really cool concept via John/John porn. Okay, it's not so much about porn than about John piecing himself together, but the believable and well-handled John/John is definitely a bonus.
Link to the story: Please Hold Tightly. Season 4 spoilers

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Bonding
Author: Thea
Characters: John, Braca
Prompt: #22, UST
Rating: R
Length: Medium
Brief summary: A stressed out John vents out on Braca. Read this because this is completely, refund-guaranteed, 100% believable John/Braca. I love this Braca, smug and a little bit superior but still thoroughly Smithers.
Link to the story: Bonding. Season 4 spoilers.

Hook, Line and Sinker; The Break-Out Club series

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Big friggin' table.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Hook, Line and Sinker
Author: Searose
Characters: John (with brief mentions of the crew)
Prompt: #23, Time
Rating: PG
Length: Medium
Brief summary: This is a great, lyrical, surreal and creepy look at what would happen if John's reality was the ONLY reality, and he lost track of his original destination. This is a post-Unrealized Realities story, with an original look at the consequence of wormholes.
Link to the story: Hook, Line and Sinker. Season 4 spoilers.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: The Break-Out Club series
Author: Thea and Feldman
Characters: John, Aeryn, Chiana, various sprogs (a.k.a. spawn of John and Aeryn)
Prompt: #24, Future Fic
Rating: generally PG-13 (I guess) except for a porn interlude
Length: Epic
Brief summary: These are long, plotty, and fun post-series stories featuring a settled-in John and Aeryn. Their kids are engaging, sympathetic, yet still flawed characters. I especially dig their D'Argo, who's thoroughly a teenager -- desperate to get away from his parents' strict rules, unaware of just how dangerous their lives are.
Link to the story: The Break-out Club. PK Wars spoilers.

Black (Ghosts); Scientist, Astronaut, and Nymphomaniac: The nine lives of John Crichton

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Big friggin' table.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Scientist, Astronaut, and Nymphomaniac: The nine lives of John Crichton
Author: Feldman
Characters: John, Aeryn
Prompt: #25, Kink
Rating: NC-17
Length: Long
Brief summary: No matter what, I would have read this story just based on the title alone, even if it were a Mary-Sue fic with a 1 to 3 ratio of typos. Fortunately, this is the best canon-based genderfuck porn story I've ever read -- a both hot and in character Out of Their Minds fic. (And yes, genderfuck is canon for Farscape, as well as cross-dressing and mpreg. ::hearts fandom::)
Link to the story: Scientist, Astronaut, and Nymphomaniac: The nine lives of John Crichton. Season 2 spoilers.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Black (Ghosts)
Author: M
Characters: John, Sikozu, Chiana, Aeryn, Grayza (with guest appearances by Scorpy and D'Argo)
Prompt: #26, Death
Rating: NC-17
Length: Long
Brief summary: If this fic were a movie, I would have watched it through the sieve of my fingers. M brings John to an absolute nadir -- with his mind frelled until his synapses popped -- but the story stops just shy of dark fic, balancing it out with compassion and hope for a different day. Beautiful storytelling, with one of the coolest uses of non-chronological narrative that I've seen around.
Link to the story: Black Ghosts. Season 4 spoilers.

After Never Too Late; In the Nightmare of the Dark

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Big friggin' table.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: After Never Too Late
Author: Sunshiner
Characters: John, Harvey, OC
Prompt: #27, Original Character
Rating: PG-13
Length: Long
Brief summary: While sniffing down Aeryn, John tries and fails at another round of the ol' trust game. The John POV here is solid. You can understand why John connects with the original character Sunshiner builds; John sees her in terms of Moya's crew, in a Zhaan-like smile or Jool-type pout, as he tries to find something familiar. A fill-in-the-blank for the downtime between season three and four.
Link to the story: After Never Too Late. Season 3 spoilers.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: In the Nightmare of the Dark
Author: StarsGoBlue
Characters: John, Aeryn
Prompt: #28, Dream
Rating: PG-13
Length: Medium
Brief summary: John dreams the million ways A Constellation of Doubt could have gone wrong. Five things that never happened after John pulls his gun on Aeryn, but it doesn't stop him from obsessing about them. Gorgeous.
Link to the story: In the Nightmare of the Dark. Season 4 spoilers.

Slave to Time; Disruption

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Big friggin' table.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Slave to Time
Author: Crankygrrl
Characters: John, Kara (Fandom: BSG)
Prompt: #29, Weapons
Rating: PG
Length: Long
Brief summary: Kara is snatched up for inter-dimensional slavery and Einstein forces John to rescue her lest time, space, and several dimensions collapse. John's not exactly the ideal cavalry, Kara's not exactly a damsel, but they save the day with explosives and messy planning. This is a fun and plotty story, both true to the characters and not at all as cracked-out as you think it would be.
Link to the story: Slave to Time. PK Wars spoilers.

Claim: John Crichton, Farscape
Title: Disruption
Author: Huzzlewhat
Characters: Jenavian, Aeryn, Chiana, Crais, D'Argo, John, Jool, Rygel
Prompt: #30, Seduction
Rating: PG-13
Length: Long
Brief summary: After Fractures, the crew bumps into Jena, the Peacekeeper Disruptor from LatP trilogy. Wacky hijinks ensue as Jena tries to complete her (unrelated) mission while piecing together what happened to the Moya crew over the last year. I fell in love with Huzzlewhat's Jena -- focused, decisive, independent, seductive, manipulative, intelligent, and sometimes in need of a good slap upside the head. She's a different kind of Peacekeeper, but she's still a Peacekeeper.
Link to the story: Disruption. Season 3 spoilers.

"Like Having Sex", "Easy Out"

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Claim: Queer as Folk US, Brian/Justin
Title: Like Having Sex
Author: julad
Characters: Brian
Prompt:50. Reccer's Choice
Rating: -
Length: short
Brief summary: Brian finally finds a parallell to love - and something that makes it acceptable to him. I think this is the likeliest way things were to unfold for him, and it's incredibly sweet.
Link to the story: Like Having Sex



Claim: Queer as Folk US, Brian/Justin
Title: Easy Out
Author: ragingpixie
Characters: Brian, Justin
Prompt: 37. Make-up.
Rating: -
Length: Medium
Brief summary: Brian seems to always be giving Justin easy outs. Wonderfully accurate and sweet in a completely in character manner.
Link to the story: Easy Out

"I Hope You're Happy Now", "Stop and See"

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Claim: Queer as Folk US, Brian/Justin
Title: I Hope You’re Happy Now
Author: negativeerin
Characters: Brian, Justin
Prompt: 48. Reccer's Choice
Rating: -
Length: Short
Brief summary: From the moment Justin leaves in 513 and 7 years into the future. One of my fave post-513 shorts that is credible to the last word.
Link to the story: I Hope You’re Happy Now


Claim: Queer as Folk US, Brian/Justin
Title: Stop and See
Author: seperis
Characters: Brian, Justin, Michael, Daphne, Deb
Prompt:38. Betrayal.
Rating: -
Length: Short
Brief summary: Completely and utterly heartbreaking. B/J/M that remains to stay BJ whilst breaking your heart into tiny pieces.
Link to the story: Stop and See

"This is the Countdown"

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And that's it for me! There's so much more awesome stuff ouy there, but I had to stick to the prompts, which proved to be quite the challenge. Anyway, link to MY BIG DAMN TABLE.


Claim: Queer as Folk US, Brian/Justin
Title: This is the Countdown
Author: yoursweater
Characters: Brian, Justin
Prompt: 49. Reccer's Choice
Rating: PG-13
Length: Medium
Brief summary: An incrediby sad look on how things could have turned out after 414. Heartbreaking.
Link to the story: This is the Countdown

Nature vs Culture, and Marrying Sandburg

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The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: Nature vs Culture(Nature series #1)
Author:Francesca
Characters:Jim/Blair, Simon, others
Prompt:046-Reccer's Choice
Rating:R
Length:Medium
Why this must be read This is an incredible series that explores the nature of the Sentinel and Guide and their connection. It's a long series, but it's constructed in pretty much stand alone arcs. This first story is a little dark, but don't let that scare you away. If you love the 'sentinel' part of TS, this series is a must read.

Link to the story Nature vs Culture


The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title:Marrying Sandburg(...Sandburg #4)
Author:WordWitch
Characters:Jim/Blair, Naomi,Steven,William, others
Prompt:036-Family
Rating:PG
Length:Medium
Why this must be readThough this takes place in the middle of a series, each story has a stand alone presence. This one views Jim and Blair's marriage through the eyes of their family, both of blood and choice.

Link to the story Marrying Sandburg

Limbo, and Angel of Death

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The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: Limbo
Author:Julad
Characters:Jim/Blair
Prompt:040-Confession
Rating:PG
Length:Medium
Why this must be readThe actual confession never takes place on screen so to speak, but it is pretty much the confession for the show. The one that changes everything for good. This story is how they come to the decision, and it's a lot of other things too, including a beautiful first time story, and a meditation on Jim with almost lyrical imagery.

Link to the story Limbo



The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: Angel of Death
Author:Cm Shaw
Characters:Jim/Blair, others
Prompt:043-Denial
Rating:PG
Length:Medium
Why this must be read This is one of my favorite TS stories for many reasons, among them, Blair's faith and determination, his denial of death itself, Jim's dedication and devotion, and the miracle we all wish we could have.

Link to the storyAngel of Death

If Ben were here..., and Heartbeats

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The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: If Ben were here and Sentinels weren't so stupid
Author:Alyjude
Characters:Jim/Blair
Prompt:017-Jealousy
Rating:PG-13
Length:Short
Why this must be read Um, my last Aly rec-really! It's short, cute, sweet and funny, and hey-it's Jim and Blair stuck in an elevator.

Link to the storyIf Ben were here...


The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title:Heartbeats
Author:JM Griffin
Characters:Jim/Blair, Eli,others
Prompt:046-Reccer's Choice
Rating:PG
Length:Long
Why this must be read Well I admit I love kidfic, and this is one of the best out there. Blair is missing and he sends his son to Jim to take care of. They grow to love each other while they wait for the man they both love to return to them. A simple summary that can't encompass just how touching and lovely this story is-without being sappy or false in any way.

Link to the story Heartbeats

Back to Good, and National Security

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The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: Back to Good
Author:Bone
Characters:Jim/Blair
Prompt:037-Makeup
Rating:R
Length:Medium
Why this must be read There are a lot of post SenII fics out there, and this one really captures the sense of disconnect that had to be present between Jim and Blair after they returned home. The reconnect isn't smooth and sweet-instead it's awkward and uncomfortable and painful and real.

Link to the story Back to Good


The Sentinel-Jim/Blair
Title: National Security(Panther Tales #1)
Author:Saraid
Characters:Jim/Blair,others
Prompt:02-A/U
Rating:R
Length:Epic
Why this must be read This is an amazing-gripping-painful-powerful vision of what could be. This story left me stunned the first time I read it. When you finish it-go check out Legion's a/u of this a/u-equally amazing, and a prime example of why fanfic from fanfic can be an excellent thing.

Link to the story National Security

A Pocketful of Ashes, Home

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My rec table.

Claim: Stargate: Atlantis - John Sheppard
Title: A Pocketful of Ashes
Author: lyndac
Characters: John Sheppard.
Prompt: 26. Death.
Rating: PG.
Length: medium (1,550 words)
Brief summary: Five ways John Sheppard didn't die, and they're haunting and horrifying and beautiful—each one is less than inches away from reality, and John knows it.
( Excerpt )

Link to the story: A Pocketful of Ashes

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Claim: Stargate: Atlantis - John Sheppard
Title: Home
Author: 20thcenturyvole
Characters: John Sheppard.
Prompt: 32. Secrets.
Rating: PG.
Length: short (620 words)
Brief summary: It's a tiny slip of a story, but this fic could teach some novels a lesson or two about detail, development, and the slow reveal. Of all the stories that examine John's relationship with Atlantis, I keep going back to this one.
( Excerpt )

Link to the story: Home

Trust Issues

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Claim: Firefly: Zoë/Wash
Title: Trust Issues
Author:luminaraunduli[Unknown site tag]
Characters:[Unknown site tag] Zoë, Wash, Mal, and mentions of the rest of the crew
Prompt: Betrayal
Rating: PG-13 for violence
Length: medium
Brief summary: I like this fic because Zoë, for once, is at ends with Mal. And why? Because of Wash.
Link to the story: [Unknown site tag]( Trust Issues )

Black Friday, Boxes

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Claim: NSync, TrickC
Title: Black Friday
Author: Terpsichore
Characters: JC/Chris
Prompt: #10 Fandom Cliche
Rating: Rish
Length: Short
Brief summary: JC likes pink and gets pouty because he think Chris doesn't. And Chris hates a pouty JC because it breaks his heart. Plus, every time I read this one, I get a good laugh 'cos it's cute and funny and so probably not like JC other then the fact that well, he does like pink.
Link to the story: Black Friday


Claim: NSync, TrickC
Title: Boxes
Author: Terri
Characters: JC/Chris, Lance/Justin, Joey
Prompt: #2, AU
Rating: NC-17
Length: Long
Brief summary: Chris takes cares of JC and JC takes cares of Chris. They may not have much but they do have love. And that's enough for them to survive.
Link to the story: Boxes

Sleepy-sex, In Between Love

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Claim: NSync, JC/Chris
Title: Sleepy-sex
Author: Mira
Characters: JC/Chris
Prompt: #28 Dream
Rating: R
Length: Short
Brief summary: JC just wants to dream and sleep. Chris on the other hand, has other ideas.
Link to the story: Sleepy-sex

Claim: NSync, JC/Chris
Title: In Between Love
Author: Rachel
Characters: JC/Chris
Prompt: #13 Established Relationship
Rating: R
Length: Long
Brief summary: Why do I like this one? It's Rachel's TrickC. They love each other so deeply and they just can't beathe without each other. It makes me want to believe in true love, soulmates and forever.
Link to the story: In Between Love

Methods of Negotiation

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Claim: Firefly: Zoë/Wash
Title: Methods of Negotiation
Author:trisana_mcgraw
Characters: Zoë and Wash
Prompt: Established relationship
Rating: PG-13
Length: medium
Brief Summary: This is a ficlet that occurs as Zoë and Wash are getting a handle on the whole dating thing, which is harder for Zoë than Wash.
Link to the Story: ( Methods of Negotation )

Amor Vincit Omnia & Photograph

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My Rec Table


Claim: Queer as Folk: UK - General
Title: Amor Vincit Omnia
Author: Shella villain132001
Characters: Stuart/Vince
Prompt: 02. AU
Rating: NC-17 (Eventually)
Length: Epic
Brief summary: The AU of the AU's. Shella took a very brave step and set Stuart/Vince in 75AD Roman-occupied Britiannia. Vincentius is a Roman soldier who is sent to Glevum to work. Acanthis is a Celt slave who catches Vincentius's eye. What I love about this story so very much is that she keeps the essence of each character there, even through they are so far removed from modern times. She is building up this WIP so well, giving us equal doses of angst, drama, and yes, naughtiness. At the same time, you really get the feel for the time, as well as the constraints that this relationship is under. She has taken her time to research and be as accurate as she can. What I really love about this story is that you feel like you are reading a book. The plot is well thought out and a real joy to read. This is a WIP; Shella writes at a fairly fast clip, so I don't hesitate to recommend this, even if you usually wait to read WIP's.


Link to the story:Amor Vincit Omnia by Shella


Claim: Queer as Folk: UK - General
Title: Photograph
Author: Shella villain132001
Characters: Stuart
Prompt: 43. Denial
Rating: R
Length: Medium
Brief summary: A story set while Stuart is away at Uni. I really loved the premise of the story, with Stuart wanting Vince, and thinking he wasn't good enough for him. I picked this for Denial because it's so obvious that Stuart is forcing himself not to want Vince, to refuse the belief that they would be good together.

( Excerpt )

Link to the story:Photograph by Shella

It's the Little Things, the Other Half

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Claim: NSync, JC/Chris
Title: It's the Little Things
Author: Kim G
Characters: JC/Chris
Prompt: #7, Love
Rating: NC-17
Length: Short
Brief summary: Chris ponders why he loves JC so. What can I say? I'm a huge fan of Kim's TrickC. She writes them quite beautifully.
Link to the story: It's the Little Things


Claim: NSync, JC/Chris
Title: the Other Half
Author: Bitterchick
Characters: JC/Chris, Justin/Britney
Prompt: #14, loss
Rating: NC-17
Length: Medium
Brief summary: JC doesn't fully appreciate Chris until he's gone. This sounds like a sad story but it's not. It's actually quite funny, sweet and just plain wacky. And in the end everyone goes home happy.
Link to the story: the Other Half