Rough Draft Requirements Reminder

Hi all!

As we are now getting ever closer to the rough draft deadline on the 1st July we thought this was a good time to post a reminder of the rough draft requirements.

A minimum word count of 6000 words.
We're not going to be totally tyrannical about this. If you're only at 5,000 words, but it's clear you're well on the way to finishing, that works for us. But if you're only at 1,000 words, we have a problem. Talk to us and let us know how you are getting on. We don't bite.......... hard. ;D

A reasonably complete outline of any unfinished scenes
The outline can be as complete (massively detailed descriptions of every remaining incident in the story) or as brief ("insert sex scene here") as you like.

A reasonable confidence that you will be able to finish the whole story (10,000 word minimum) by the September 23rd deadline.
This last bit is the most important. Since it gets handed to an artist at this point, we'd like for the artist not to work on something that isn't going to get done.

A short paragraph-length summary/blurb that can be posted publicly on the comm for the artists to claim from.
This should give a good flavour of the story, but doesn't have to give everything away. You can see what people wrote for the last few years: 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018. Please also include a warning if one applies (e.g. for subjects like death, rape or underage sex) or, if the story needs a warning but you are worried about spoilers, you can let us know that you choose not to warn.

Lastly you don’t need a title at this point, we all know that sometimes this can be the very last thing that you write :D.

We will be putting a post up in a few days time detailing how to send us your rough draft and summary so please look out for that.

Finally, as always, if you have any questions about anything please get in touch by emailing the mods at prosbigbangtwo@gmail.com.

Sorry for the delay.  lj is being very difficult!  We're still trying to figure things out.

Meanwhile the Draft instructions are the same as last years.
Here's a link:
https://ci5-boxoftricks.livejournal.com/292793.html

Let us know if you have questions at prosbigbangtwo@gmail.com

Hope you're all alive an kicking (just not the cat off the keyboard)

If anyone is thinking of doing art this time please let us know. I know the authors so enjoy it!!!

So, do you all need a weekly check-in or would every other week do? I ask because we don't much action.

Let me know your thoughts . . . we - together make the fandom.

How is it coming, or should I ask, how's it going?? Are your plots in place, your scenes in sync and your characters, well … in character? Want a sounding board or whatever - we're here!

And don't forget: there is still time for signing up as an artist or vidder. (https://ci5-boxoftricks.livejournal.com/305500.html). C'mon, you know you want to!!

Hey there, BBers - it's your favorite time of the week... It's check-in time!

Welcome to all and sundry artists / vidders who have signed up so far! If you don't know what I'm talking about, then check out the artist/vidders sign-up post from May 1st. It'll give the official bits on how to give your all for the lads art-wise. If you yearn to capture the broad expanse of Bodie's chest, or the cheeky curve of Doyle's - well, cheek (of your choice), then here's your opportunity and an appreciative audience. ;-)

And if you have any questions, come find your friendly neighborhood modsTM. That's what we're here for!

More in general, to writers and artists/vidders alike: how is it going? Are the Bisto Kids seeing eye-to-eye yet? Or is Cowley about to suspend them both so he can pull an Operation Susie on them? (Or is the blank screen of your computer, and the seven earlier tries, mocking you? I raise my hand here.) Come share, and tank up on petrol in the Capri so you can take it out for a(nother) spin.

Let us know!

Artists and Vidders sign ups begin

It's that time! The writers sign-up post has been up for a while, and now it's the turn of all our fabulous artists and vidders.

Please give the rules a read before you sign up so you understand what is expected of you. The mods are excited to see who's joining us for the 2026 Big Bang.

Rules For Artists:

1. You agree to create at least one piece of art or one vid for a Pros Big Bang story.
2. Collaborations between artists are also allowed. Just let us know when you sign up if you are planning on working with a partner.
3. The art may be an original illustration, title banner, photo manip., or whatever else strikes your fancy except AI. The vid may be a reflection of the story or a teaser to entice people to read. Have fun with your project!
4. You’re free to create what you will for the art or vid, but we suggest that you consult with your writer before doing anything too explicit.
5. On your assigned date, you will make a master post for your art at this comm (the mods will provide a template for this post closer to the time). The art itself may be posted to, and linked from, your personal LJ, Dreamwidth, AO3, The Automated Hatstand, etc. Please do not post your artwork anywhere prior to your assigned posting date and please do not cross-post it to any other community before the end of October.
6. If you feel you have the energy and willpower to create artwork for someone else's story, as well as writing your own, then please feel free to sign up as both an artist and as a writer.

Sign ups open on 1st May and close on 31st May.

On 9th July, a list of story summaries will be posted anonymously. You will claim the story that interests you on a first come, first served basis. Once you have successfully claimed a story, we’ll give you the author’s contact information and the rough draft/outline of their story from which to work.

The due date for your artwork/vid is 23rd September. Your work should not be posted on a public forum at this time, but you must provide us with either a working link to the art or vid, or the art or vid file itself.

An assigned, staggered posting schedule will happen in October.

To sign up, please comment below with:

● Artist/Vidder name:
● LJ username (if applicable):
● Email address:
● Art or Vid, or both (if you know):
● Would you prefer to work on slash, gen or het/have no preference?:
● If necessary, would you be willing to pinch hit?

If you would prefer not to put your email address in the comment then please send the mods an email at prosbigbangtwo@gmail.com. Questions happily answered by email or by comments here.

We'd love to have you on board, whether you've done this before or you're brand new to Pros or to a big bang challenge. Come on, you want to do this! It's a blast.

Thank you!

Hello once again, BB'ers and welcome to another check in post.

May 1st is coming soon and with it comes the sign-up posts for the artists among us. So keep your eyes peeled for that, you arty types. Whatever way you’re engaged in the Pros Big Bang, we welcome you and thank you for your continued interest and support. Here’s to a creative summer, everyone! (If it ever arrives, of course!)

Hi all,

May is the month that we have the Artists and Vidders sign ups. It's like a half way point, yes, start screaming now. So be ready!!

Anyone can do art, so if you're thinking hey, I'd like to take a stab. . . .put your feet in. All we ask is no AI work. Authors can be artists too. . . :)

If you're stuck in a void, just remember, we are here!