WIP vs Completed Fics

In the Twi-fic fandom there are a lot of people who will only read stories that are complete and will not read stories that are WIP.


I went through a phase of only reading completed stories and then started a spreadsheet to put WIP stories so I would remember to read them.

So I was reading some pretty good completed stories but then I hit a wall. I went fic diving and looking for recs on web sites.

All the completed recs I had already read, I’m a fic h00r like that. The fic diving stories I found were ok but nothing really owned me. Sooooo....I went to my spreadsheet and started reading the WIP.

It is a different experience for me to read a WIP story. I love the excitement I get when I go to my favs on FFN and see that a story has updated or get the email that has updated it. I am a better reviewer for WIP stories. I usually review every chapter. Completed stories..not so much, I usually don’t review until the end. I also like the interaction from the writers when you are reviewing a WIP. Friendship can develop through supporting them with their writing and sometimes you get a bit more insight from them on the characters.

I do have a few "standards" for starting to read a WIP fic.

• The main one is if the story hasn't updated within the last 60 days, I will not start it. I will put it on my to read list and check back every so often.
• This isn't just for WIP but for all fics...if the story hasn't grabbed me with in the first 5 chapters. I will flounce...sorry but it's true.
• I usually can read through minor grammar errors as long as the plot is good but if there are a lot them I will give up.

It has been forever since I put Fic Recs on my blog…I have been reading some amazing WIP stories. For the most part I read Edward/Bella All Human stories. I am drawn to angsty stories. I think I like them because they usually make me emotional. I do like happy endings but I don’t need them. After reading a few angsty stories I like a sweet love story where they have overcome all of these obstacles and still love each other in the end. I am a romantic at heart. *sigh*



Bella & Edward forever!


Here are the stories that own me at the moment – I will try not to give any spoilers:


Beautiful Sorrow by DreamOfTheEndless

Author’s Summary: Bella worshiped Carlisle, so when he proposed she didn't think twice before accepting. But then she met Edward, her fiancé's half brother & the other part of her soul. Will they be able to survive the consequences of their betrayal?

This is another story that owns me! I love Issy's style of writing. I can visualize what is happening. In this one both Carlisle and Bella are very wounded. My heart goes out to both of them. So far, we do not know much about Edward but I'm sure when we do my heart will go out to him as well. This story makes me think...there isn't a clear good guy/bad guy. Mistakes are made by both Carlisle and Bella. This doesn't excuse their behavior and they haven't made the best choices as you will learn when you read it. Issy gives just enough of the story to keep me coming back to read because I have to know what happens or why the characters are the way they are. There are 15 chapters completed. Sometimes I root for Bella and Carlisle's relationship to make it and then I remember this will be an Edward and Bella story. I'm looking forward to seeing how this turns out. I also have become twitter friends with Issy. She is a sweetheart and gives great story recs.


There is light by belladonnacullen

Author’s Summary: This was 1987; before the Internet, before Twitter, before Facebook – this was back when it was still possible for people not to know about things: big things - like bands, and little things - like G-spots. AH, ExB, with some other parings along the way.

When I read the description 1987 grabbed me because it was the year I graduated from high school so I thought I would give it a go. The story starts off Edward is a rock star and Bella is still in high school. He is a lot older than her and the things they go through are a beautiful heartache. The flashbacks to the 80’s bring back a lot of memories for me of good and not so good times. This is one of the stories that makes me feel. My heart physically hurts when I read it. I want I Bella and Edward to be ok and I don’t know if they will be and it’s killing me. That is all I’m going to say about this story but if you like angsty stories then read this one. It’s on chapter 18.


Bring on the Wonder by Bronzehyperion

Author’s Summary: Bella works the streets of Seattle as a prostitute. Edward is waiting to be ordained as a Catholic priest. Is there anything they have to offer each other? Or are there just sacrifices they both have to make… All human. Rated M for a reason.

The writing in this story is amazing! It is so well done. I love the concept. This is not the usual Bella is a prostitute and Edward comes in and saves the day. There is conflict in their relationship. Bella feels like she isn’t good enough for Edward. Edward struggles with decision on becoming a priest or not. The priest and Carlisle do not support Edward and Bella’s friendship. I have thought about myself while reading this story. If I had a son would I want him in a relationship with a girl that was a hooker? I don’t think so. Now I feel like I’m a bad person…sorry I digressed. This story is on chapter 36. We are now getting answers to Bella’s past and I have a feeling it is coming to the end soon.


Here is a rec for a completed story for those of you that only read completed fics.

The Elusive Mr Cullen by dariachenowith

Author’s Summary: Bella is a high class escort, Edward her newest client. They soon realize that there's more between them than great sex and witty conversations. While Bella doesn't believe in fairy tales, her life seems to be turning into one fast. Or is it? AH/OOC

This one started out very hot. I'm not kidding, you may need a cold shower after reading the first few chapters. It really gripped me from the beginning and then something happened that blew me away! I totally didn't see it coming!!! I can't tell you what IT is or I'll give it all away. This very steamy story ends up to be a mystery. I also love Daria's writing style. She gives me shivers!


I hope you read the stories and please review. I know it makes the writers squeeeeee!

Hi I'm Twi-Lin and I LOVE 100 Monkeys

My friend @twikiwi50 came into town from New Zealand. She is on an epic west coast U.S. holiday. Check out her blog to see her adventures. It just happened to be the same week that 100 Monkeys came into town. What perfect timing for her!

My BBF @tipsy_daisy and I sped up to Seattle last Wednesday night after work to meet up with @twikiwi50, @red_bella, and @kitty_elvis for dinner in Seattle. After dinner we of course had to get pictures at Escala since it was across the street. Unfortunately there were no sightings of Fifty but we did get some strange looks from people as we took pictures outside the building.

@twikiwi50, me, @kitty_elvis

The next morning, earlier than we originally planned, @tipsy_daisy and I headed back up to Seattle because 100 Monkeys were doing an in-store show at the Best Buy at Northgate. I will always give up some sleep for 100 Monkeys. I didn't give it a second thought.

@kintail joined up with us and it was fun meeting other 100 Monkey fans as we waited.
They played 3 songs and then signed autographs.

 When it was over we headed over to Macaroni Grill for a late lunch. Yum.

I like that you can color on the table at Macaroni Grill!

 Oh I almost forgot to mention that @twikiwi50 won a meet and greet for her and her friends!!!! Squeeeeee!

@twikiwi50 had never seen a parking pay station like this. She was cracking up!

We had to be at Chop Suey an hour early to wait a bit until they let us in to meet the boys. @twikiwi had an extra M&G ticket and she included our new friend @mrsbowiejackson from Bosie, ID in too!

I was a bit nervous and sometimes I say really dumb things when I'm nervous. I didn't want to be a that creepy fan girl. I had left over Toy Story bracelets from my grandson's 2nd birthday party and decided to give them to the guys because my little guy loves to listen to 100 Monkeys and loves Toy Story. I told them that every time we are in the car he says, "Gammy...listen to ohohoh song." which is Orson Brawl. They really seemed interested in what I had to say and they were like "Really, that's cool." When I handed out the bracelets they were like I want Buzz, I want Woody. Ben G. said that he could make a comment about Woody and I said "It's Toy Story guys, we're keeping it clean." They laughed.


Photo by @twikiwi50 - if you look closely you can see the Woody bracelet that I gave him


I got to spend a couple of minutes talking to Ben J. and Jerad. I wanted to know what key Invisible Monsters is in because I love the key board part in the beginning and I wanted my daughter to figure out how to play it and then teach me. She said it is easier for her if she knows what key to start with. I told them that she was a music major and they thought it was cool. Then it got a bit crazy rushed so we could have pictures and then have to head out so the next group could come in.


Here is our group - @tipsy_daisy, Ben J, Me, Jerad, @kintail, Jackson, @red_bella, Ben G, @twiKiwi50, Uncle Larry, Megan, @mrsbowiejackson

 Of course I was so happy that @twikiwi50 was getting to see them! I love to share my love of 100 Monkeys with new people!

Once we could head into the bar area we rushed in to claim seats at the front so we didn't have to stand all night. Then I noticed that @twikiwi50 was standing outside the bar in front of me. Apparently you need a passport for ID. They only accept ID from the US or Canada. I actually started to get a bit teary eyed because it is a stupid law and you couldn't have drinks outside the bar area. Fortunately @red_bella took charge and talked to the manager and @twikiwi50 was able to get in. We had lots of fun!

Silly Monkey trying to go swimming in Rum & Coke!

Me, @tipsy_daisy,@red_bella, @twikiwi50



This pic reminded me of Liquid Zoo.



Friday my hubs and I headed over to Spokane (5 hour drive) to visited his best friend and his family because 100 Monkeys just happened to be having a show there on Saturday Night. I had contacted the venue earlier to get handicapped seating because my hubs needed it and we got to go in the venue before anyone else. WIN! We got front center seats in the bar area. I saved seats for @chrisranberg (aka Rottymama) and @kintail. This was the first show that there was actually a decent number of guys at the show and I took 2. I'm glad that their fan base is expanding. It may have been because of Twilight that got me to see them in the first place but it is their music and showmanship that keeps me going.

My hubs and friend waiting for show to start

 

 



100 Monkeys makes Chris and I smile!

Once again I had so much fun as I always do at their show. After the show they did a signing. I told them that after 8 performances I finally took my husband and his friend to a show. They asked my guys if they liked the show and of course they said Yes. They thanked them for coming and I had them sign their wonderful piece of literature Every Monkey Dookies.

My crazy fun weekend isn't over. On Sunday morning we headed home. I had planned to meet with with @twikiwi50, @StarlitViolets, @musingbella, @tipsy_daisy for dinner in Olympia. Our usual 5 hour drive ended up being over 7 because of an accident at Snoqualmie Pass on I-90 but finally we met up with the girls and had a wonderful time talking and enjoying each other's company. After a bit they wanted to go sing some Karaoke but I was really tired after my whirlwind weekend and headed home.

Me, @musingbella, @starlitviolets, @twikiwi50, @tipsy_daisy

 I can't believe that it has already been a week since this amazing adventure started! I love that because of a book called Twilight, I have been able to meet such lovely women from around the world! I can't wait for Foooooooorks!

I Obeyed

Well this post is definitely NC17 – I had this dream awhile back and it was so real and detailed that I remembered it. I decided that it would make a good AH - OCC fanfiction story. Well since it was me and in the dream I had to make it an older Bella and then the man of course had to be a younger Edward – this time I did picture Rob (as you know Rob isn’t always the Edward in my mind). I usually have my husband proof read stuff before I post but the Bella in this story does cheat on her husband. I didn’t want my hubs to think I was going to cheat on him because it was my dream…you know.

I posted it a while back on my page at FFN but decided to put on my blog as well...oh and you get some pictures too! :)

This dream/story has BDSM theme going on so if that isn’t your thing then maybe you shouldn’t read it. I’m also not a “real” writer so ignore any grammar or punctuation issues. Enjoy the story….

I Obeyed

I walked into Edward's living room and his gazed met mine. I was nervous and excited at the same time. I felt anxious about what I knew I was going to do. I haven't been with another man in 25 years and here I am about to cross the point of no return. I loved my husband but I wanted excitement. He no longer wanted me in a sexual way. We were like roommates who cared about each other. I wanted, I needed a man to touch me, be rough with me, to fuck me. I blocked out thoughts about consequences and guilt.

I felt his eyes penetrated my soul. There was silence but you could feel the energy in the room. It was electric. It was screaming.

After a few minutes he spoke, "Take off your clothes."

I obeyed even though I was self-conscious about being naked in front of another man as I am a plus sized woman.

He looked up and down my body. I wanted to hide myself but I just stood there as he evaluated me.

He walked towards me and placed his hands upon my shoulders, "Kneel" he said sternly. He pushed down on my shoulders and I once again obeyed.


As I knelt at his feet I felt myself get excited. I wanted to please him. I wanted to be what he needed me to be. My eyes were on his feet. As I heard him unzip his pants the anticipation was growing. I felt my nipples perk and slightly ache.

He reached down and grabbed my chin to have me look into his eyes. "Suck it!"

I leaned forward and licked his hard cock from the back to the front and placed it in my mouth. I relaxed my throat and took him all the way in. He grabbed my hair and started moving his hips back and forth. I sucked and twirled my tongue around the head of his cock.

I felt his cock start to twitch and I tasted his salty release. His movements were jerky as I swallowed it down. He released my hair and patted my head, "Good girl." I felt happy that I had pleased him.

"Now crawl over the couch. Stand up and bend over the arm."

I obeyed.

I could hear him move behind me and I wanted to look around to see what he was doing but I didn't. The waiting made me feel wound-up. I loved it. I could feel the warmth of his body as he moved closer to me. He gently rubbed his palm over my ass and then he gave a few light taps and then SPANK! I wasn't painful but had a nice sting. SPANK! SPANK! SPANK! I felt his fingers part me and he started to rub my clit. SPANK! SPANK! So many nice sensations …rub…spank...rub…finger inside me…another finger…in…out…rub…spank…rub…in…out. I felt like I was going to explode…then nothing. He stopped abruptly. Oh no, I wondered if I did something wrong. I felt so exposed bent over the arm of his couch my face down on the cushion. I couldn't see what he was doing. Then I heard it, a foil wrapper being torn. I felt his legs up against mine. He slammed his cock into me and then slowly pulled out. He slammed in and slowly pulled out again and again. I was so fucking aroused and needed some kind of release.

I finally spoke, "Please!"

"Please what? Do you want me to fuck you?" he asked.

"Yes, please Sir!" I begged.

And he did. In and out hard and fast hitting the spot inside over and over!

"Ugnh…oh fuck…yes!" I yelled as I felt my climax build.

"Now!" he yelled and with that I came apart trembling and felt him fall over my back as he released into me.

I was out of breath. It had been so long since I have been fucked. It was wonderful and exciting. What a great escape from real life. I was enjoying the moment as he moved away from me.

I stood up and stretched my body and looked up at him. He smirked and turned to walk into another room. "Isabella, you can now get dressed. I will see you next week."

I obeyed.