Fanfiction

Fanfiction is a type of fiction that is based in part on character or setting from a previously created work. While fanfiction itself is not a genre, writing fanfiction comes with its own challenges and tropes that non-fanfic writers encounter less frequently.

The Fanfiction forum was added in 2012 for writers of fanfiction. Note that discussion of the original works belongs in the Fans and Critics forum.

Forum Description

"If you're cross at your crossover, saddened by your ship, or in need of consultation on canon, come here to connect with your fellow fanfiction writers." (2015-present)

"Writing a crossover Potter/Twilight fic? Want to talk to your fellow fanfic writers about the challenges of writing fanfiction? Here's the place to discuss the unique challenges of writing fanfiction!" (2012-2014)

Topics and Threads

• Individual threads on various fandoms, such as Harry Potter, Naruto, Final Fantasy, Supernatural, and so on.
• A general crossovers thread for discussing specific crossovers or in general
• A thread for discussing Alternate Universes (AUs)
• A thread for sharing handles and links for where people post fanfiction
• General discussions of fanfic-specific tropes, such as canon adherence, shipping, fanfic pet peeves, etc.

Moderators

Current Moderators

• Heather Dudley (2015)
• The global moderators (September 2019-present)

Former Moderators

• Jade Brooke (???)
• ChocolateQueen (2012)
• tiakall (2012-September 2018)
• Nikko-chan (2015-September 2018)
• Elyndra (October 2018-September 2019) (joined the global moderators)

External Links

• NaNoWriMo forum for Fanfiction