Better a diamond with a flaw than a pebble without

Crowley's "Finish that Bloody Fic" Challenge

2022-06-02T12:36:24Z

What more is there to say? I'm sure I've got a few knocking about (including a couple of actually "bloody" fics that aren't suitable for SPN-BigPretzel)
- ironically also last week's DEW challenge which I wrote most of, but then never finished...

My comment to an entry 'Announcing Crowley's Christmas Fic Exchange - 2021 edition' by crowleysxmas…

2021-12-05T19:21:50Z

I don't mind which characters you use, but I'll always prefer comedy over schmoop:

They get back to the bunker to find Santa caught in one of the demon traps.
Someone uses the opportunity of having everyone in the bunker for a Christmas get-together to make an announcement.
In the depths of the bunker they find a bottle of “Christmas Spirit”. The rest of the label is faded, so who knows what might happen if it was opened?

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The SPN_BigPretzel Big Splat!

2021-07-02T06:56:51Z

It's the challenge you didn't know you needed!

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SPN Eldritch Bang 2021 sign-up

2021-06-05T14:28:01Z

So I've signed up for SPN Eldritch again this year:

Sign-ups 2 June until 1 July

No idea what to write for it yet, I'm still figuring out what I'm going to do for Summergen:

SPN Eldritch Bang 2020: The Hotel on the Edge of Forever

2020-10-23T01:25:43Z

Title: The Hotel on the Edge of Forever

Writer: TheYmp

Artist: m-stoltz

Pairings: gen

Rating: Teen

Warnings: gory scenes, temporary major character death

Summary: A text from Castiel summons Sam and Dean to an imposing hotel, ruled over by the mysterious Concierge, where the line between nightmares and reality is tenuous, and nothing is quite what it seems.

Link to fic: (AO3) || Link to art: (Tumblr)

My comment to an entry '9th Annual Spring Fic Exchange - it's time to tempt those artists!' by…

2020-04-25T02:29:21Z

Author: theymp

Recipient: candygramme

Original Prompt: Sam is working his way through the legacy Rowena has bequeathed to him. He finds a mirror that connects him with...?

Title: Mirror, Mirror

Synopsis: When Sam brings home Rowena's "affirmation mirror", he finds the reflection it casts is every inch as fabulous as the ornate design that frames it.

Snippet:

Gingerly tugging on one of the nails to test it for strength, Sam cautiously hung the mirror on the wall. It was hardly a grand transformation, but he had to agree that it certainly lent something to the otherwise drab and utilitarian room.

"Dull and functional, just like me," sighed Sam, unashamedly feeling sorry for himself, gazing at himself unhappily in the mirror. Sometimes it was good to wallow. Dean had a strict rule that the only person allowed to speak ill of Sam was Dean himself – not even Sam was allowed to be critical. He supposed it was sweet if somewhat smothering.

"Well, shame on you!" cried Sam, his eyes widening in shock at the unbidden and unexpected words flowing from his mouth. Words that were equally mouthed by the reflection in front of him, but whose movements now no longer conformed to Sam's own. "A tall streak of hot, salty goodness like you has got no damn reason to be down on yourself!"

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My comment to an entry 'Christmas Fic Exchange: By Candygramme For Theymp' by crowleysxmas in…

2019-12-25T14:18:40Z

What a wonderful Christmas gift! (Shame it cost your soul).
Liked the EFKD and Naomi and the angels - sound like bands!
Loved the little hints of Deamon/Crowley... poor wistful Crowley!
And Crowley for President... well, there’s something else to look forward to for next year ! ;-) /s

As Tiny Tim (Jack?) would say "A Merry Christmas to us all; God bless us, every one!"

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My comment to an entry 'Happy Post: A brilliant day with brilliant people' by dizzojay

2019-12-01T22:20:32Z

It was wonderful to catch-up. Can’t wait to do it again, hopefully soon!

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The SPN_BigPretzel Hallowe'en Team Drabble Challenge

2019-11-06T00:41:46Z

Comment to 'Introducing the Spn_BigPretzel Summer of Fun Comment Fic Challenge' by dizzojay in…

2019-08-24T18:26:09Z

Jack found Sam when he stepped out on the porch of the holiday cabin they were renting. They stood shoulder to waist for a moment as they watched the increasingly bizarre proceedings in front of them.

"Sam?"

"Hmm. Yes, Jack?"

"What's Dean got in his hand?"

"Saran wrap," replied Sam as if this alone answered all the questions in the universe.

"Okay..." said Jack, with an increasingly puzzled frown. "But why he's using it to chase after Castiel?"

"Because he wants Cas to go swimming with him."

Jack shuddered. "Ooh, I hate how that makes my wings go all frizzy."

"I know, that what Cas said," snickered Sam. "But I may have mentioned to Dean how I used to shower when I had my arm in a cast."

"Ah!" replied Jack with sudden understanding. "Castiel runs quite quickly though, doesn't he?"

"Five bucks says Dean catches him," said Sam.

"You're on," snorted Jack as they both settled down to watch events unfold.

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Comment to 'Introducing the Spn_BigPretzel Summer of Fun Comment Fic Challenge' by dizzojay in…

2019-08-24T17:18:32Z

Sam could see the large, cool glass of water waiting just ahead of him. Droplets of condensation glittered in the bright, golden sunlight that shone from directly overhead. He smacked his lips and reached out with one hand, then two, before stretching out both with all his might.

A hand landing on his shoulder jolted him awake from his dream, the small rowboat he was lying in swayed alarmingly under the sudden motion. He blinked, screwing his eyes up against the harsh glare of the sun that beat down on them mercilessly.

"You were crying out in your sleep," explained Dean apologetically, wincing as his parched lips cracked from the effort of speaking.

"Water," croaked Sam, his mouth unbearably dry.

Dean shrugged, his eyes hollow pits of despair. "Yeah, all around us, but not a drop we can drink."

"The Great Salt Lake's one of the most saline inland bodies of water in the world," said Sam in his lecturing voice, while still looking somewhat crazed.

"You're such a nerd, said Dean with an affectionate tone. He sighed. "I'm so sorry, it was my dumb idea to hire a rowboat. I just wanted to get you out of the bunker and some fresh air in those lungs." He rubbed his stomach absently as it rumbled, but they'd already eaten their remaining provisions earlier when the gnawing hunger had grown too much.

There was a formula for times such as these, so Sam pulled his brother into a firm bear-hug. Despite the strong emotion, he still found himself distracted by the potential moisture content of the single perfect tear that rolled down Dean's cheek.

"I just want you to know," snuffled Dean, "if we don't make it out of here-"

He was interrupted by the roar of an onboard motor and a hearty greeting as a boat drew up beside them. It was Dave, the guy that had rented them their rowboat.

"You seemed such confident rowers went you set off," said Dave remorsefully. "It was only after the seventh time I saw you go past in the same direction that I realized you might be in trouble."

Sam grabbed the proffered bottle of water and guzzled it greedily, before remembering his manners and passing the last remaining third to Dean with a shamefaced expression.

"Thanks. How long were we stranded out here?"

"Er... about three hours," replied their rescuer, trying his best to hide his smile.

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SPN Reverse Bang 2019

2019-08-04T00:13:46Z

Okay, so I've gone and signed up for another one (as an author), before finishing the one I'm on...

Schedule, Rules & FAQ
Sign Ups: Artist | Writer | Beta

Eldritch Bang 2019

2019-06-01T17:36:33Z

Okay, so despite not having started my Summergen yet, I've gone and signed up for Eldritch Bang 2019.

SPN_BigPretzel's Spring Fic Exchange: Untying the Knot

2019-06-01T17:05:37Z

Title: Untying the Knot
Recipient: jdl71 (Great prompts and great encouragement - I've never written anything like this before, fingers crossed you like it!)
Author: theymp
Artist: jdl71 (So many amazing images, thank you!)
Warnings/Spoilers (if applicable): Dean/Sam, oppressive patriarchy / ABO
Rating: NC-17
Characters: Sam and Dean Winchester
Genre: Family
Word count: ~10,200
Original prompts:

Dean has been hurt on a hunt and is delirious. Aside from wanting to pet Sam's hair, he keeps telling Sam he's the best husband in the world.

Dean and Sam find themselves in a new reality where they aren't brothers, but a married couple that own a bar.

Sam and Dean aren't only brothers but a mated pair with Sam as the alpha and Dean as his omega. What kind of trouble can this cause for them?

Story summary: Dean is mortally wounded, so Sam uses a wish pearl to save him, but instead they're whisked to a very alternate world. At first, all seems great, but then their bodies and minds start to adapt to match the new reality. Will they accept the cost of the changes or risk trying to get back home?

Off to the story...

Judith Kerr

2019-05-25T14:03:34Z

Sadly, Judith Kerr died a couple of days ago. She wrote The Tiger Who Came for Tea and the Mog series - all books I read to my children when they were little. So while sad to hear of her passing, it did also bring back many fond memories of the happiness from reading those stories.

Here's me reading to my greyhound, Cody. He's less grey, more brindled orange, black and white. Walking him the other day a small boy pointed at him and in a confused voice asked his parents, "Tiger?"

Those books were also the inspiration for some of my Supernatural fanfic:

I have my own version of The Tiger Who Came for Tea where Sam reads it as a bedtime story to Lucifer, plus Mog was very much in mind when I wrote my Sam the Cat series.

SPN Eldritch Bang 2019

2019-05-19T00:10:29Z

SPN Horror never materialised and then I was too late to enter SPN Eldritch Bang last year, so this time I might give it a go...

Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn!

(;,;)

SPN SUMMER GEN 2019

2019-05-18T23:54:08Z

Got this one coming up...

Sign-ups May 1 – May 19 - Click the banner for details!

Although, I'm not sure I even got around to cross-posting my entry from last year...

The 8th Annual SpnBigPretzel Spring Fic Exchange

2019-05-18T23:49:08Z

Posting starts next week. NEXT WEEK!

Why do I always leave it to the last minute?

Lucky Thirteen

2018-10-08T09:48:54Z

Watched the new season of Doctor Who, first episode with a female Doctor. Loved it. I’m sure it won’t persuade the majority of haters who’ve already made up their minds, but for me it’s still the same show, just different pronouns!

Unlucky Thirteen

2018-06-03T09:17:56Z

I've finally caught up and finished watching Season 13! Managed to avoid most spoilers; ironically got a few via a writing prompt!

I've got mixed feelings about this season - LOL, when don't we - feel like I need to re-watch - maybe I missed an episode, but when did you-know-who leave you-know-where?

Also

Dean becoming a caricature of himself

"Sideline Sammy"

Bringing back beloved characters only to squander them

That last scene with the close up made me laugh.

Now I don't need to worry about spoilers I need to catch up with my reading!

SPN_BigPretzel Spring Fic Exchange - Adventures in Washing Machines

2018-05-29T14:10:52Z

Ah, the stress of arriving home much later than anticipated on scheduled posting day only to discover the story doesn't have any of the last minute editing changes I'd made before leaving for the weekend!

Still, even without being able to completely reproduce what it was before, I'm still pretty pleased with how my first Sam/Deam came out.

Written for SPN_BigPretzel Spring Fic Exchange for vexed-wench.dreamwidth.org with art by amberdreams

Title: Adventures in Washing Machines (and Dreams of Domestic Bliss) (AO3)
Word count: ~3700

Story summary: It's kinda hard to accept that you're lusting after a guy if you're still picking up and washing his dirty Underoos.

Whoot whoo! Look at those legs!

Weird coincidence: the idea of offsetting the effect of the short-shorts with the black socks and dirty trainers was from a video of Jared Padalecki exercising using a giant tyre. I had a distinct memory of shaking my head at those socks! I've not looked at it since, but just searched for it on YouTube only to find it was uploaded by amberdreams!

SPN Spring Fling Exchange Challenges!

2018-03-22T08:00:16Z

I've been so distracted this year, I thought I'd missed these - luckily author sign-ups are open for SPN Spring Fling until Friday 23 March, and Big Pretzel Spring Exchange until Friday 30 March - now I've just got to think of some prompts!

theymp @ 2017-12-30T20:21:00

2017-12-30T20:21:50Z

That was great - it must have taken ages to find all the appropriate lyrics.

I love the idea of Dean and Rowena being Facebook friends - I wonder it was willing or kinda like when you feel obliged to accepted invites from co-workers?

Thanks, Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Merry Christmas

2017-12-25T11:07:54Z

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas, or at least Happy Holidays!

And from snoopynatural

(Yes, I'm assured that it's Castiel on the tree - the fandom is strong in that one...)

Recent Writing Challenges

2017-11-26T21:38:03Z

I've not posted here for ages, so more for my own benefit, here are a list of non-drabble challenges I've written in the meantime:

SPN-Reversebang 2017
I Miss the Kiss of Treachery - art by Loracine

Crowley finds himself in an unendingly empty landscape. It’s a brief time for reflection before deciding what should come next.
(Spoilers for season 12 finale - now completely Jossed by season 13.)

SPN-Summergen 2017
The Stars Above
Sam and Dean have always found solace in watching the stars above.
(Spoilers for season 12 finale)

SPN-BigPretzel - Spring Fic Exchange 2017
Dancing Daze - art by Dizzojay

After trying to keep up with his brother, a Zumba-related accident leads to an amnesiac Dean finding work in a diner. There he discovers that if people keep telling you something, eventual you might just start to believe it.

SPNSpringFling 2017
In Fields of Yarrow
Even healing's not the altruistic act it appears when it serves a dark purpose.
(Rowena/Sam. Non-con. Set season 12.)