TZ's Alternative Fan Fiction

and various other ramblings

  

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This page was last updated 07/13/08

 

 

What's new in my happy place?

 

13 July 2008

Wow - a long time since I played in this back yard.  I had taken most of my site offline out of a fear of being "Googled" by folks at work.  A Facebook incident brought about a policy at the office that had rules being set up about what people put online.  Despite the pivotal point being a mention of the company by an employee on the web, I was paranoid enough to just pull my stuff to edit out my real name, which I had begin to use some time back.  While I am somewhat out at work, I do not want workmates to find what I write.  Not that I'm ashamed, but when I'm at work, I work.  I would rather not have to deal with looks, or worse...questions.  How do you answer a question like..."If Gabrielle is the pacifist of the couple, why is she so aggressive in that one scene?"  

Yeah, right.  I only get those questions from folks that truly know our dynamically passionate duo.

Honestly, though, I'm slacking these days.  Real life has me a bit occupied.  I keep telling myself that one of these days, a  great book will come of it all.

First thing first - I need to learn some frikkin' discipline.

Til then...  As usual, if I goofed on any links when I put the site back up, please contact me.

 

11 June 2005

I have come to the conclusion that I am a workaholic.  On top of all the other little and not-so-little projects I've got going, I've also started a blog.  Never thought I would, but you know the saying...  Never say never. 

 

 

 

Xena:Warrior Princess

 

General Disclaimer and Muchas Gracias:

Characters and backstory of Xena: Warrior Princess are the property of Renaissance/MCA/Studios USA.  Thanks to them for playing nice and sharing their toys if we promise not to sell them for monetary gain.  The stories, however, belong to me.  Please be sure to read the disclaimers to each story.  They are there for a reason and will warn of and maybe even explain any content that may be offensive to some readers.

Stories marked with a * have been reviewed by Lunacy.

      

Stand-Alone Stories
I first started writing Xena fan fiction during the latter half of Season 3 (April 1998).  To be completely honest, I started because I'd really gotten into reading fan fiction and found a lot on the internet that was lacking.  Spurred on by the belief that I could do as good, if not better, I began a journey through a fandom that ended up changing the way I looked at myself and at life.  My very first story was X&G Lend a Hand.  I laugh at that one now.  I'm glad I survived that first bumbling step and kept writing.   Bardly Pursuits* The Magic of Mushrooms*
The Biggest Step* Passion Improvised*
A Bucket of Eels* Plug and Plunge*
Forbid the Flesh The Silent Savior
For Gabrielle* What the Future Holds*
Fragments* X and G Lend a Hand

Letters to Ephiny*

 The Golden Chalice*
Just Because*  
Getting It Right*    Winner of an Amazon Ice Award (BL Miller's site)

 

Series

Cravings of the Heart

 This series was borne out of a meeting of two kindred spirits meant to trip over each other.  I met Silk online at the Xena Chat Palace and sort of butted in on her poetry improvisation.  From there, a true partnership of sorts grew.  The first two stories below were the very painless results of a smooth melding of minds.  And I'll bet she'll never be able to think of dental dams without laughing.  Silk is the original WIT (Warlord in Training) and I shall forever be the NIT (NitWit... get it?  Ah, heck, just read the stories... LOL).
 
  Hunger Winner of an Amazon Ice Award (BL Miller's site)
  Agony Winner of an Amazon Ice Award (BL Miller's site)
  A NitWit Guide For Alt Fanfic Collaborators Winner of a Xippy Award (MaryD's site)

The Eternal Series

These were some of the first stories I wrote.  As it seems to be a habit of mine, the second story was the first that I wrote; I wrote the first one later and added it to the beginning of the series.  I enjoy reading these every so often to convince myself that my writing did improve over time.

 
  Eternal Rewards*  
  Eternal Love  
  Eternal Bond  
  Eternal Life*  

A Sacrifice for Love Series

All of these stories deal with the Season 3 Cliffhanger (or pit-hanger as it was), Sacrifice.  That said, they all have spoilers.  It was the summer after Season 3 that I truly became obsessed with writing Xena fan fiction.  The concept of bringing Gabrielle back sparked a lot of creativity and I had fun experimenting with different styles and concepts, including a skit and a stream of consciousness piece.

 
  All You Need is Love* Love's Sweet Face*
  At What Cost* A Thread In Time*
  Gabrielle's Return* A Warrior's Heart*
  The Gods' Hope* When Evil Meets Itself*
  Irritating Can Be Good* Madness and Discovery*
The Way of Life As I mentioned before, I have a habit of starting in the middle then backtracking to fill in the beginning.  Such was the case with this series.  The Way of the Wolf was actually one of the first stories I wrote.  I enjoyed the character of Wolf (admittedly, alter ego of sorts), so I just kept writing.  I do have continuing plans for this series.  They just keep getting pushed aside for real life.
 
  1 The Way of Love* 8 The Way of War
  2 The Way of the Wolf 9 The Way of Honor
  3 The Way of the Amazon 10 The Way of the Regent
  4 The Way of the Bard* 11 The Way of Intrigue
  5 The Way of the Child* 12 TheWay of Treachery
  6 The Way of the Mother 13 The Way of Destiny
  7 The Way of the Family*    

 

Novelas
The Dreams of Children

This short novel is dedicated to the memory of PD Wonder, the most incredible editor with whom I've ever worked.  This was the most ambitious thing I've ever tried (and completed) to date.  I started it mostly as a challenge to myself that I could write a novel-length piece.  At the time, I had grand schemes to write professionally.  I would have to honestly say that I am most proud of this story.


(Beyond Uber's 
Swollen Bud Site)

a Novella
Edited by PD Wonder

Synopsis

The Dreams of Children is a novella set in an alternate Xenaverse setting. In this alternate place, Xena and Gabrielle, as well as a host of other characters from the series, grow up together in the sleepy village of Amphipolis. Xena, with a great desire to be a great warrior, leaves the village in search of her destiny. Gabrielle, through a viciously cruel twist of fate, finds herself trapped in a life she dreaded as a child.

Unable to contain the darkness within, Xena finds herself in trouble and only a powerful ally can save her. Their alliance creates the Destroyer of Nations. For years, Xena lays waste to Greece. Her name is feared and spoken only in hushed tones. Her future seems lost in bloodshed until she remembers the fair, golden bard. Realizing that she was everything Gabrielle would have fought against, she betrays her mentor. Ignoring the price on her head, she makes her way back to Amphipolis in search of forgiveness and love.

Gabrielle, in the meantime, must remain in Amphipolis. Her dreams of travel and adventure are shattered in the course of one violent night. Disowned by her family, she is taken in by Cyrene. At the inn, she falls into the daily routine of helping with the business and telling stories she hears from other bards and travelers.

When their two paths meet once more, Xena and Gabrielle are changed people. Their feelings towards each other, however, remain the same. They discover in each other's arms, the answers to all that they are seeking. However, a jealous and petty god that is determined to keep Xena in his dark embrace will test their love for each other.

Their dreams will seem as distant as the stars they wished upon when they were children. Will their love be strong enough to pull down the heavens?

Come, share the dreamscape, where nightmares and blessings are but a silken thread apart.

Part One  Part Two Part Three Part Four
Part Five Part Six Part Seven  

 

Other Xena Stuff
A quick trip down memory lane via graphics.  Warning: page is very graphics intensive.  It may take time to load for you, depending on your connection. A Graphic History of Their Story
   
When I originally started this web site, it was to house my own fanfic.  Somewhere along the way, I decided to use some of my generous space so that others could have a place to share their writing.  This really didn't get off the ground, but what is here, is staying here unless the bard wishes otherwise. The Bards' Society
     
This a very extensive list of my favorite Xena sites.  I'm not the greatest at updating or deleting links that no longer work, so if you come upon one that isn't working, just drop me a line. Favorite Sites

 

The L-Word

 

General Disclaimer:

Characters and backstory of The L-Word are the property of Viacom, Showtime Networks, Inc., Coast Mountain Films, and Posse.  Characters and back story are used respectfully without permission.  The works of fan fiction contained herein are for entertainment purposes only and no profit is intended from the creation or posting of them.

 

Stand-Alone Stories
Showtime began airing The L-Word last year (2004).  I was immediately drawn into its story and characters.  I've only written one fan fic so far, but who's to tell what'll happen.   Living in the Past  
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 

 

Original Works

 Prose - Reflections  
Poetry - Facets of Love  
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