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Post by augiesannie on Jul 16, 2021 10:48:38 GMT
I was thinking about indigoblue's recent story, created in response to a request from reverendcaptain and laurynvi, and it made me wonder: what stories would YOU like to see someone write? Is it "missing moments," like the dinner scene the night of Maria's return, or "telling the children?" Is it backstory on a minor character? Is it an AU about TSOM in modern times? |
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Post by galan on Jul 16, 2021 23:03:37 GMT
I always enjoy missing moments, whether with the proper canon or moments that would take place before the movie begins. Or following canon (maybe with missing moments) a third or half of the way, then changing one plot point and following it to the end conclusion. AUs are hit and miss: they have to make sense, and some absolutely get out of hand whilst some are perfect jewels...she says as she drafts something bordering on AU.  But most of all, I love things with a good ol' serving of angst. |
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Post by schnitzelwithnoodles on Jul 17, 2021 3:10:49 GMT
i always love a good "slow burn" au that has an engaging plot and stays true to the original characterizations. short collections of vignettes/prompt one-shots are also fun to read. just curious augiesannie , are you currently in the process of writing a new story? |
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Post by captainfraulein on Jul 17, 2021 20:56:55 GMT
I would really love to read a story about the dinner after Maria returned. I feel like it’s a pivotal moment that we don’t get to see.
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Post by augiesannie on Jul 18, 2021 20:58:36 GMT
i always love a good "slow burn" au that has an engaging plot and stays true to the original characterizations. short collections of vignettes/prompt one-shots are also fun to read. just curious augiesannie , are you currently in the process of writing a new story? I have been working back-and-forth on two stories for quite a long time. I can't really say when they will be ready for prime time though. I'm ambivalent about both of them. The good news is that I will bring my mixed feelings here first so you can help me resolve them! |
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Post by reverendcaptain on Jul 30, 2021 23:11:32 GMT
My favorite are relationship stories where G&M are sorting out their feelings for one another.
I like missing moments too. And I like stories that keep everyone in character, though that is always colored by the opinions of the author of course.
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Post by jennifer1983 on Jul 31, 2021 3:47:48 GMT
I like reading Missing Moment stories and I like reading stories where the Anschluss didn't happen at all.
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Post by utility_singer on Jul 31, 2021 13:21:13 GMT
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Post by augiesannie on Jul 31, 2021 23:04:38 GMT
Also agree with reverendcaptain but ESPECIALLY on keeping people in character. I don’t like it when people write Georg as “sensitive man.” Oh, and I also like stories where they sort out their feelings - seems like I always have to write a long bit where M&G talk things out. In fact the one I am writing now is improbably long - they’re going to need a bathroom break if I don’t stop them soon - so I’m glad I’m not the only one who likes that kind of thing. |
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Post by galan on Aug 1, 2021 2:07:04 GMT
Also agree with reverendcaptain but ESPECIALLY on keeping people in character. I don’t like it when people write Georg as “sensitive man.” Oh, and I also like stories where they sort out their feelings - seems like I always have to write a long bit where M&G talk things out. In fact the one I am writing now is improbably long - they’re going to need a bathroom break if I don’t stop them soon - so I’m glad I’m not the only one who likes that kind of thing. I think it's possible to write him that way--able to be more open with his emotions, etc.--BUT...If that's your end goal, then the character has to evolve and every single moment has to make sense in the context of the moment before and the moment after. So many risks, so many pitfalls. But mainly, yes, keep the characters in character. If that's not what you're going to do, why are you writing fanfiction rather your own fiction? Obviously there is room for how individuals interpret the characters' actions and personalities, but there comes a point where it crosses into wish fulfillment. Case in point, though not TSoM: I also do some writing in the Midsomer Murders fandom, and have come across a couple of fics that put Barnaby (the first) and Troy in a romantic relationship of sorts. Got about a paragraph in without realizing the plot, noped out immediately: I don't know these characters and I want to read about these characters. Entirely antithetical to their personalities. I very recently read a couple TSoM stories that gave me the same sense; I finished them (car crash and all that good jazz), but there was the same sense that I don't know these characters and don't understand why these names were slapped on them. |
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Post by Reisova on Dec 28, 2021 19:51:32 GMT
I would really love to read a story about the dinner after Maria returned. I feel like it’s a pivotal moment that we don’t get to see. I really like those stories where is slowly building passion by their confrontations and sparring matches. Generally it's rare in movies that you have strong and daring character like M and when you mix that with G who likes to be in command for me it's fabulous. |
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Post by MeltIntoSpring on Dec 29, 2021 14:04:35 GMT
I'd love to see a story with missing moments, especially G's thoughts when M left. How did the conversation with Elsa go? Did he even think about contacting the Abbey? Did he write to her?
I also like to read about their feelings, thoughts and what they were going through straight after the Laendler, as that seems to be the pivotal moment for them.
In all honesty though, you all have so much talent that I love reading anything you all write 😊
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Post by augiesannie on Dec 30, 2021 23:03:42 GMT
I always enjoy missing moments, whether with the proper canon or moments that would take place before the movie begins. Or following canon (maybe with missing moments) a third or half of the way, then changing one plot point and following it to the end conclusion. AUs are hit and miss: they have to make sense, and some absolutely get out of hand whilst some are perfect jewels...she says as she drafts something bordering on AU. But most of all, I love things with a good ol' serving of angst. haha, after reading those wonderful stories in the Advent calendar, I felt like I had to start publishing something, and as I am still ambivalent about the dark, angsty, mature one I've been working on, I decided to start with the shorter and sweeter AU story that I was holding off on for fear it - yes, wait for it! - makes no sense. Now what should I do? |
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Post by augiesannie on Jan 2, 2022 11:20:06 GMT
still looking for advice here: dark, angsty, mature, or shorter, sweeter, missing moments?
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Post by galan on Jan 2, 2022 16:05:38 GMT
still looking for advice here: dark, angsty, mature, or shorter, sweeter, missing moments? If you're truly ambivalent about the dark one, then go with your gut and work out kinks in the shorter, happier one. At the very least, it should satisfy the itch to be putting something out there for people to read. My two dead presidents... |
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Post by reverendcaptain on Jan 6, 2022 20:42:18 GMT
still looking for advice here: dark, angsty, mature, or shorter, sweeter, missing moments? If you're truly ambivalent about the dark one, then go with your gut and work out kinks in the shorter, happier one. At the very least, it should satisfy the itch to be putting something out there for people to read. My two dead presidents... I agree, if it doesn't feel right posting something, trust your instincts. Though, I have to say, I would love to read any new story you have for us augiesannie! galan, what does "my two dead presidents" mean? |
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Post by galan on Jan 7, 2022 0:46:07 GMT
If you're truly ambivalent about the dark one, then go with your gut and work out kinks in the shorter, happier one. At the very least, it should satisfy the itch to be putting something out there for people to read. My two dead presidents... I agree, if it doesn't feel right posting something, trust your instincts. Though, I have to say, I would love to read any new story you have for us augiesannie ! galan , what does "my two dead presidents" mean? It's just my twisted way of saying "my two cents". |
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Post by indigoblue on Jan 7, 2022 23:27:45 GMT
I'm on for the shorter, sweeter moments, although a good bit of angst doesn't go amiss...
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But most of all, I love things with a good ol' serving of angst.
