I've had lots of people add me to their friends list lately to follow my fan fictions, so I thought I'd do a welcome post.

Friending Policy:

Please feel free to friend me if you are interested in my fan fiction or other fandom thoughts/discussions. I normally only friend back if I know you from numerous exchanges because I barely have time to keep up with my current f-list. So don't feel bad if I don't friend back. I'm still happy to have you here.


My Fandoms:

I have written numerous fan fictions for both Harry Potter and Star Trek, as well as a few for Heroes (Volumes 1-3; I couldn't make it through volume 4), and, most recently, Parks and Recreation. My stories are generally either het romances or genfic.

My Fanfiction Index
 
I sometimes discuss but have not written fics for: The Office (US), LOST, Battlestar Galactica, the Whedon-verse, and Arrested Development. I'm sure other shows and books will join that list as time goes on.

I am not always good at tagging, but I do try. So if you want to search for my various fandom discussions, try my tags list.

Other stuff:

I generally restrict my discussions on real life stuff and my original writing projects to a select group of friends. If you are interested in becoming a member of that group, comment on my fics frequently and start conversations with me. Let me get to know you. That's when I'll add you to my f-list.

Thanks for your interest in my writing and fandom thoughts. I look forward to meeting you all.

Title: Still Not That Sneaky
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/ships: Leslie/Ben; the nameless Triplets; Andy; April
Rating: M (but more the silly kind of M than the smutty kind)
Word Count: ~1,300
Summary: With three toddlers in the house, “adult alone-time” is never easy.
Notes: The deleted scene with the nameless triplets inspired me to fic – yay! I write as a voice of experience, y’all. I have 4 kids. I know how this works.


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Ben slowly and carefully close the door behind him, making sure the latch made as little sound as possible when it clicked shut.

He sighed with relief and tip-toed down the hall to the master bedroom. With a  satisfied grin on his face he stepped inside and locked eyes with his wife, sitting on her side of the bed, her work tablet in hand.

“I did it,” he announced, with no small feeling of triumph welling in his chest. “The boys are finally asleep.” Thank God. It had only taken three glasses of water and thirteen goodnight stories. Why couldn’t they just conk off fast like their sister?

With a feisty gleam in her eyes, Leslie carefully placed her tablet on her nightstand and eyed him up and down. Tingles of excitement ran through Ben’s body. This was their first peaceful night together for more than week, and God did he miss their adult alone-time. (Parenting was really doing a number on his vocab—even when he wasn’t speaking out loud.)

Leslie pointed at him. “Clothes off. Now.”

“Yes ma’am,” he said, a broad grin on his face as he stripped off his t-shirt and pajama pants.

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Title: Archived Footage: January 18
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters: Leslie/Ben, ensemble
Rating: PG
Word Count: ~3,800
Summary: For the prompt, "Vignettes of Ben celebrating Leslie's birthday every year since they've met (3rd season UST, 4th season brand new campaign manager~, 5th season engaged, 6th season marriedssssS)"
Notes: This is my Leslie's Birthday gift for Caity/shornt! I hope you like it. I had the random impulse to write fic in the form of a tv script for the first time ever, which is probably not the greatest because I'm sure I made format mistakes and you were a television major, but, uh, that's what happened. *Shrugs*. I hope this will help brighten up your week. And much thanks to stars_inthe_sky for the last minute beta read.

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I just couldn't wait any longer, so here it is!

Title: Witness Protection, part 25/25
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 8,800
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes:When I started this story I had no idea it would become such a big part of my life or of the Leslie/Ben community. The reception is has received has truly lifted and inspired me. I know I haven't always been great at replying to comments, but as a thank you for sticking with this story for so long I solemnly swear to personally respond to each and every comment left on this final chapter—even anonymous comments.

Just for fun, here are some little factoids about "Witness Protection." When I first started writing I thought I could finish it in 10-13 chapters (ha!). I posted the first chapter on October 20, 2011. That makes this story just 1 1/2 months younger than my youngest daughter, who can now speak in complete sentences and feed herself. At approximately 184,100 words it is undoubtedly the longest single piece of fiction that I've ever written. It's been a wonderful journey. Thank you so much for sharing it with me.

Finally, I'm posting this un-beta'd just because I'm so excited to be done and to share this with you all, so forgive any errors or minor inconsistencies. Love you all!
Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19, Part 20, Part 21, Part 22, Part 23, Part 24

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Title: Scary Wax Figures
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters: Leslie/Ben, Orin
Word Count: ~1,270
Rating: PG
Notes: For the Halloween Trope challenge, using the trope: The figures in the wax museum are alive! Happy Halloween!

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Title: Witness Protection, part 24a and 24b/25
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: R, this chapter
Word Count: ~ 12,300, posted in two parts for length
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes:I'd hoped to have this up sooner, but this was a tough one with difficult emotions and it ran really long (but you don't usually mind that, so I won't apologize). As usual, I know I suck at responding to comments but I read and appreciate every single one of them, so keep them coming. Thank you all so much for sticking with this crazy AU of mine. Just one more left! Once again, I owe much thanks to saucydiva for her beta reading awesomeness. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19, Part 20, Part 21, Part 22, Part 23

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Title: Witness Protection, part 23/25
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 8,800
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: Happy birthday shornt! I got this one out today just for you. It's the beginning of the end. Thanks for all the support and encouragement along the way. My fingers are crossed that I can have the last two chapters finished before the new season premiers, but I can't guarantee it. Once again, much thanks to saucydiva for beta reading. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19, Part 20, Part 21, Part 22

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Title: Parks and Trek, chapter 2/5
author: jncar
Fandom: Parks and Recreation / Star Trek
Characters/Ships: Leslie Knope, Ben Wyatt, Leslie/Ben, ensemble, Star Trek TOS character cameos
Word Count: ~7,000
Rating: PG-13
Trope Bingo Square: love/hate (it came out more as like/annoyed by, but I say it still counts)
Summary: When Admiral Traeger and Captain Wyatt are sent to conduct a routine pre-decommissioning inspection of the freighter Pawnee, led by Commander Ron Swanson and his First Officer Lt. Commander Leslie Knope, things quickly go awry.
Notes: This chapter more fully introduces my Star Trek-ified cast of characters. Spot the specific references to the actual Star Trek stuff, and you win the geek-of-the-week award! Here's my trope bingo card. And much thanks to stars_inthe_sky for beta reading. Find chapter 1 here.

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Title: Witness Protection, part 22/25
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 10,000
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: We're in the home stretch. Thanks so much for sticking with this story for so long. I appreciate everyone who is reading and commenting more than you can know. And much thanks is due to saucydiva for her beta reading. She keeps me sharp. Thanks!Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19, Part 20, Part 21

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Title: Parks and Trek, chapter 1/5
author: jncar
Fandom: Parks and Recreation / Star Trek
Characters/Ships: Leslie Knope, Ben Wyatt, Leslie/Ben, ensemble, Star Trek TOS character cameos
Word Count: ~2,800
Rating: PG-13
Trope Bingo Square: Author's choice – Space AU
Summary: When Admiral Traeger and Captain Wyatt are sent to conduct a routine pre-decommissioning inspection of the freighter Pawnee, led by Commander Ron Swanson and his First Officer Lt. Commander Leslie Knope, things quickly go awry.
Notes: Inspired by both AU month at the Leslie-Ben LiveJournal and by the Trope Bingo game from the same community, I'm finally making my Parks/Star Trek AU a reality in a five chapter fill for the center column of my trope bingo card. Much thanks to stars_inthe_sky for beta reading. Expect each chapter to get progressively zanier. For the Star Trek fans out there: this AU is set in classic Shatner-era Trek, sometime after the ending of the original television series, but prior to the first Star Trek film. If you want to play a Trek-trivia game with me, each chapter will feature people, places, and things that actually appeared in the original series. Spot them all, and you win super-nerd points.

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Title: Witness Protection, part 21/??
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 10,000
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: Sorry (kind of) for the lengthy LBD-induced delay, followed by a slightly less lengthy illness/kids induced delay. But we're back with a bang! I don't expect any more 3 month gaps; hopefully I'll be able to update every 3-6 weeks depending on family obligations. Finally, much thanks to the fabulous saucydiva for her quick beta work. She really helped smooth out some rough edges. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19, Part 20

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Title: What is Right, Chapter 4
Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Characters: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Lydia, Jane, Gigi, George, Mr. Bennet
Rating: R/M
Word Count: ~ 10,200
Summary: William Darcy has a plan to stop George Wickham. He needs Lydia and a car. What he doesn't plan for is Lizzie inviting herself along for the ride. A road trip AU.
Author's Note: I've loved hearing from so many of my kind readers. Thank you for the support and encouragement. And a final huge thank you to my beta reader, Kyrie Anne. She made this story so much better. Thanks! Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3.


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Title: What is Right, Chapter 3
Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Characters: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Lydia, Jane, Gigi, George, Mr. Bennet
Rating: R/M
Word Count: ~5,700
Summary: William Darcy has a plan to stop George Wickham. He needs Lydia and a car. What he doesn't plan for is Lizzie inviting herself along for the ride. A road trip AU.
Author's Note: I love your kudos and comments. Keep 'em coming! Thank you, Kyrie Anne, for you beta work. You keep my characterizations sharp and my story on track. I hope the 4th and (I think) final chapter will be up by the end of the week. Chapter 1, Chapter 2

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Title: What is Right, Chapter 2
Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Characters: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Lydia, Jane, Gigi, George, Mr. Bennet
Rating: R/M overall (PG this part)
Word Count: ~7,000
Summary: William Darcy has a plan to stop George Wickham. He needs Lydia and a car. What he doesn't plan for is Lizzie inviting herself along for the ride. A road trip AU.
Author's Note: Much thanks for your wonderful responses so far! I love hearing from you all. And again, I need to thank Kyrie Anne for her excellent beta work. What I intended to be chapter 2 turned into a 12,500 word epic, so I split it in half for easier reading. This is the first part, the next will go up in a couple of days, and the 4th and (I think) final will hopefully be up no later than the end of next week. Thanks! Chapter 1

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Title: What is Right, Chapter 1
Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Characters: Lizzie Bennet/William Darcy, Lydia, Jane, Gigi, George, Mr. Bennet
Rating: R overall (PG this part)
Word Count: ~8,500
Summary: William Darcy has a plan to stop George Wickham. He needs Lydia and a car. What he doesn't plan for is Lizzie inviting herself along for the ride. A road trip AU.
Author's Note: I've compressed the timeline of Lizzie's videos during the sex-tape arc, having her post 85 on the Saturday after returning home, 86 with Jane on Monday, and 87 with Lydia on Thursday. I did this mostly because I prefer this faster pacing and I don't like the cliché of stopping the bad-guy just in the nick of time. I'd much rather stop him well before the deadline, thank you very much. Much thanks to the wonderful beta work of Kyrie Anne. I expect this to run a total of 2-3 chapters.

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Title: Witness Protection, part 20/??
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 6,500
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: I mentioned on Tumblr that I could have written 5 chapters of domestic fluff set in this time period. But in my eagerness to keep the story moving along at a good pace (since I actually do want to finish it someday) this ended up being fairly angsty instead. You'll have to live out the domestic fluff in your imaginations. Sorry! (not really). And I’m trying an experiment of sorts for the next few chapters. I'm adding short scenes from new points of view to help with the more action/plot-filled points of the story. I hope it works. Thanks as ever for reading! Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18, Part 19

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Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Title: Just Like Tony Stark
Characters: William Darcy/Lizzie Bennet, Fitz, Gigi
Setting: Post episode 83
Word Count: ~ 6,300
Rating: PG
Summary: "So, who's your favorite Avenger?" During a movie night with Gigi and Fitz, Lizzie gives Darcy reason to hope. Later, an unexpected role model inspires him to action.
Author's Note: I expect this to be canon-shafted by the end of the week, but it was fun writing in the meantime. Thanks for reading and reviewing.

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Title: Witness Protection, part 19/??
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 4,700
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: Once again, I haven't been great about replying to comments. But I read and adore each and every one of them. They really help keep me pumped about finishing this epic of mine, so keep 'em coming. Love you all! Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17, Part 18

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Title: Perfect
Fandom: The Lizzie Bennet Diaries
Characters: Lizzie/Darcy
Rating: PG-13
Spoilers: Through episode 78
Summary: The night after their first date. “I can’t just casually sleep with a man who’s in love with me.”
Author’s Note: Eep. So. I wrote LBD fic. I guess I just can’t help myself, sometimes.

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Title: Witness Protection, part 18/??
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 5,400
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: Okay—this is the first of 3 (maybe 4) chapters that I'm calling "the calm before the storm," and then we're heading into our climax. Again, thank you for all the words of encouragement. You have no idea how much they mean to me. And Happy New Year! Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16, Part 17

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Title: Witness Protection, part 17/?
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: R (this chapter only)
Word Count: ~ 8,000
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: I wrote most of this chapter in the car on my way home from a visit to my sister for Thanksgiving, so you can thank my husband for driving the whole way. I still can't give a final chapter estimate, but I can tell you with confidence that we're heading into the home stretch. The end is finally in sight. It could be 5 more chapters, or it could be 8, but I know where we're headed and we're getting there soon. As ever, thank you so much for all your wonderful comments. They really keep me energized. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15, Part 16

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Title: Witness Protection, part 16/?
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 5,200
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: Okay – my goal is to update a minimum of 2 more times before Christmas. So send positive vibes my way to help it happen! This is a more introspective chapter, but I think introspection was called for at this point. And thanks so much to everyone who leaves comments! I know I don't always reply, and I'm sorry for that. But I do read and appreciate all your kind words. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14, Part 15

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Title: Witness Protection, part 15/?
Fandom: Parks and Recreation
Characters/Ships: Ben/Leslie, Chris/Ann, Andy/April, Ben/Pawnee, ensemble
Rating: PG-13
Word Count: ~ 10,000
Summary: When corporate whistleblowers Ben Adams and Chris Robinson barely escape an attempt on their lives, they gladly accept the protection of the Federal Witness Protection program. What they don't count on is being sent to a city that feels more like something out of a movie or a sitcom than real life: Pawnee Indiana. An AU starting in "Master Plan."
Author's Notes: So, this one isn't short. But I don't think you'll mind. And I shirked lots of responsibilities to bring you a long chapter so quickly, because apparently I just can't help myself. Enjoy!Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, Part 8, Part 9, Part 10, Part 11, Part 12, Part 13, Part 14

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