06/07/05
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I am in college, American, and in love with God. I enjoy reading, writing, music (playing, singing, listening), my friends and family.
I am a compulsive editor. This means that while new chapters may come infrequently (translation: I write slowly), the older chapters are always under revision. Check back now and again to read the new and improved versions! Also, I've been working on Britishisms, but as an American, my knowledge is limited. Please, feel free to (gently) Britpick.
I also write a lot of drabbles, which you can find by following that link to my website, along with some poetry and original fiction.
Lovely banner thanks to GinnyPotter!
This banner is thanks to the wonderful TheVanishingAct!
At The Ceili: This is a Christmas gift for Cinderella Angelina, a beloved fellow SPEW member. The title comes from the song it is based on, performed by the very excellent group Celtic Woman. Enjoy, Leslie!
Gold: This was originally the third chapter of In His Own Right, but I felt that it really didn’t fit with the others, so now it is a sequel.
Hide and Seek: This slightly lengthy one-shot deals with the choice between good and evil. It’s under Romance only because it didn’t fit in any of the General categories.
Home To Stay: Based on and set around a song by Josh Groban (same title), Hermione goes travelling Europe, trying to find what she’s lost during the War. Ron waits for her, living for the short notes that she sends to Ginny, waiting for the day when Hermione will be ready to come home for good.
In His Own Right: It was after writing my SPEW 007 challenge (seven prompts, one character) that I really came to appreciate Neville. He’s been through a lot, but he is strong and capable—he just needs a chance to show it. (It has a sequel in Gold.)
Left, Right, and Centre: This began as an attempt to understand why the relationship between Bill Weasley and Fleur Delacour seems to work, though no one else understands why. The reason? Fleur isn’t the idiot everyone thinks she is.
Love Is Not a Simple Thing: For now, this is a one-shot (its continuation is unlikely, and depends on the revival of a long-dormant plot bunny). It is a Remus/Hermione romance, but features no time travel. Instead, the setup comes during Hermione’s school years. Following chapters (if they appear) will follow their growing relationship during the war and post-war years.
So She Dances: One of my personal favourites. It's based on the Josh Groban song of the same name, and is a Neville/Ginny missing moment from GoF. It was the first atmosphere-based piece I wrote, and it came out quite nicely.
The Unknown: Also Neville-based, I consider this the best thing I have yet written. It's a little darker, but very real, with hope at its end.
Transformations: This is a Remus/Tonks, my first—and most ambitious—project. It began back in August 2005 and has been heavily rewritten and edited in preparation for the long-awaited finish. It will be around 11 or 12 chapters when finished
Waiting: This is a post-HBP one-shot, now AU. It was written for the S.P.E.W. Anniversary Challenge: Friends discussing changes since the one-year anniversary of an event (in this case, the death of Dumbledore).
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To Fight a Werewolf by twitchylittleferret
Rated: 3rd-5th Years •Summary: When Remus doesn't get his potion and runs wild in 12 Grimmauld Place, he and Tonks face off with interesting results...RATED R FOR PROFANITY
Date: 06/28/05 Title: Chapter 1: To Fight a Werewolf
I love it! Fantastic and I'll definitely be looking for a sequel!
Author's Response: Sequel sequel sequel...I'll be honest, I wasn't innitially planning to continue, but I've had so many requests...tell you waht, I'll look into it once I've finished the fic I'm currently working on. Your review is much appreciated, especiall one so positive. Thanks for taking the time.
Aetas nam mutatio by H Cooper
Rated: •Summary: Bearing in mind the events of book 6, this story now no longer fits into the overall plot of Harry Potter. However, I shall continue to write it regardless, keeping it as a separate story. Therefore, please remember that it will not be influenced by book 6. It's the beginning of Harry, Ron and Hermione's seventh year at Hogwarts and change is in the air. Unfortunately, Ron seems to be the only one who doesn't sense it.
Date: 09/17/05 Title: Chapter 15: The party to end all parties
Interesting. Different, and interesting.
Date: 06/27/05 Title: Chapter 11: Taking it badly
This is the first time I've read this story and I really like it! I've read countless variations on Ron-and-Hermione-like-each-other-and- don't-realize-it but yours is the first I've seen that has Hermione date someone else to get on with it. I like it. You're really good at keeping them in character, too.
Date: 06/28/05 Title: Chapter 12: The aftermath
First review, yippee! Okay, I love it! Your portrayal of the characters and everything is...practically perfect in every way. (No, I don't usually quote Mary Poppins, but it fits.) More soon please!
Date: 07/27/05 Title: Chapter 13: A lot can happen in a day
I like it! More please!
Mistletoe and Ginny by hattiepotter
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: Harry is looking forward to spending Christmas at The Burrow, but there's an unexpected present under the mistletoe which comes as a bit of a surprise... A lot of fluff, a little anger and copious amounts of happiness! Set in the trio's 6th year, Ginny's 5th.
Date: 06/17/05 Title: Chapter 5: Footsie
I love this! More coming, right? Please?
Ginny's Love by The Marauder
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: After Sirius' death Harry is in his own private world of misery, but with Ginny's love and a plan to bring together his best friends, he is brought back to reality with much more than he expected...
Date: 08/15/05 Title: Chapter 12: Written in the Stars
That's sweet. Very nice!
Common Ground by kaybella
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: One is pining, Another analyzing, the Last debating. Three girls, one thing in common, three stories, one shot.
Date: 02/12/06 Title: Chapter 1: Common Ground
Nicely done. I like the way you found a common thread in these stories and strung them together. It's cool to see the parallels between them. Good characterization, as well. There are a couple of grammatical errors (such as not capitalizing O.W.L.s), but it's not that bad. And the way you separated the paragraphs with the dashes worked really well. Good job!
Date: 11/15/05 Title: None
I love it. It's so sad, but so beautiful. James is perfect, the prankster who grew up, mostly. Sirius is still the kid. I love your portrayal of Remus as loving Lily but giving her up without ever saying anything. It fits perfectly with his behavior to Tonks. And I really like that they realized it wasn't Remus, too. I hate to think they died fearing him.
Author's Response: Thank you for reading. Sorry it took me so long to respond, but I'm glad you read the stories. :)
Meant To Be by chloish
Rated: 3rd-5th Years •Summary: "What can I say?" James shrugged his shoulders. "We are just obviously,"
"Completely,"
"Irrefutably,"
"Logically,"
"Undeniably,"
"Unfortunately,"
James laughed, "Meant to be."
Lily Evans and James Potter share absolutely nothing in common, not even their feelings for each other. Lily, perceived as a ‘model student,’ detests the handsome, popular, Quidditch star James, who she thinks to be something of a git. James, on the contrary, has been infatuated with Lily for years, and has let her and the whole school know it.
As time progresses into Voldemort’s ‘reign of terror,’ the two have to learn to trust, tolerate, and love each other.
Please note, this story is incomplete, and will likely remain so for a long time. I apologize!
Date: 11/08/05 Title: Chapter 15: Chapter 14 - Time to Waste
Long girly SQUEEEEE! Er, right, very very nice. Mick's very well done. Love the way he grabs James, bewilders him, and leaves. Marlene ought to be burned at the stake, but you knew that. A very good portrayal of two confused and confusing people in love. Yay. :-)
Date: 07/02/05 Title: Chapter 11: Chapter 11 - Christmas with the McKinnons
Hi! first time reading, like it much. Okay, so Marlene is pretty horrible, but she's an Order member later, so -- hm. Waiting for more!
Date: 07/23/05 Title: Chapter 12: Chapter 12 - Through the Fireplace
I love it! It's sweet without being suffocating and just about right. Keep writing!
Date: 09/17/05 Title: Chapter 13: Chapter 13 - Howlers and Howlings
I love it. Pleeeease keep writing!
Someone to Die For by Ella Norman
Rated: 1st-2nd Years •Summary: Hermione always dreamed of being a Healer, and now that's she's begun her career, she refuses to let a silly thing like love get in her way. What happens when Ron, wounded in battle, is admitted to St. Mungo's? And, when an inside informant threatens the lives of both her and her friends, will she finally get her priorities in order? Chapter Twenty, guys, it's the end! Now, a big, super-awesome, enthusiatic thanks to every single person who reviewed my story! I love you all, and it's been a good run.
Date: 07/29/05 Title: Chapter 18: To Have and Have Not
Very good. Very interesting. Hermione is more than over-analyzing, I think, she's scared too. She's not willing to give it a try.
Author's Response: That's pretty much it.
Right Under His Nose by CathCarl
Rated: 3rd-5th Years •Summary: Harry comes back from serving detention with Ron and finds Ginny and Dean in a rather compromising position. A strange and confusing set of new feelings erupts... like wanting to punch Dean Thomas senseless. But what's confusing Harry most of all is that Ginny no longer seems to be just Ron's little sister... she's a beautiful girl, standing right under his nose-- exactly where he hadn't been looking.
Edited by Moderator: Summaries should be concise and minimally formatted. They should not contain any form of author's note or pleas for reviews.
Date: 09/05/05 Title: Chapter 13: It's Like Magic!
I LOVE IT!!! You're really good about being true to the characters and Jo's plots and everything... please keep writing!!
The Unseemly Proposal by sparx
Rated: 3rd-5th Years •
Summary: The reign of Voldermort comes to an end, and with it ends the prestige and power Lucius Malfoy once had in the Wizarding World. In order to regain the respect of his fellow wizards and to make them believe that he has turned over a new leaf (which he actually hasn't) and has graciously accepted muggles and Mudbloods, Lucius asks Hermione, a Mudblood, to marry his son, Draco, a pure-blood. Obviously, they both refuse, but Lucius isn't going to give up easily. After all, he wants his status back. He still has a few tricks up his sleeve and is determined to play match-maker. What happens next is a series of events that serve only to bring Hermione and Draco closer, both literally and figuratively speaking. Read to find out how this one unseemly proposal causes absolute chaos in their lives! THIS STORY IS NOT HBP and DH COMPATIBLE! Hey all! Check out my personal info for the expected date of the next update. =)
Date: 08/05/05 Title: Chapter 17: Chapter 17- Rumors
I LOVE your story -- the mods need to move faster!!
Author's Response: Thank you so much! Chapter 18 got rejected due to a slight problem, so I had to re-do and submit it again!
Date: 07/07/05 Title: Chapter 15: Chapter 15- Aviophobia
First time reviewing (I think) and I really like it! By very definition, Draco has to be OOC, but you've managed him really well. I like it. Keep it up! oh and 10/10 :-)
Author's Response: Second time actually, but it's ok! I'm glad you like it. Yeah, I have tried to keep Draco as close to his original character as possible. And if in any chapter ou do find him OOC, do let me know! Thanks for the 10!
Date: 09/01/05 Title: Chapter 18: Chapter 18- Pansy’s Outburst
I really, really like this story. It's so different and fun! oh and... katiepenguins@hotmail.com. Please!
Author's Response: I'm glad you like it! It makes me very happy when readers appreciate my story. Sure Starmaiden, the conversation has been sent to your email address!
Date: 07/08/05 Title: Chapter 16: Chapter 16- Dropping In
This is fantastic! It's romantic, but it's tactful and so funny!! There are a couple slightly awkward things, like this:
"Everyone at the Gryffindor table turned to stare at the commotion, wondering what in the world was going on with Draco Malfoy."
The end sounds a bit melodramatic. But the idea comes across well. More soon please!!
Author's Response: Thank you! Oh, and about that line, I have changed it. I realized that you had a good point; it did sound too melodramatic. Do point out any such things in the future as well okay? I really appreciate it. I'll keep this in mind when I write the other chapters. Thanks for that! =D And yes, more shall be served soon...
Date: 07/13/05 Title: Chapter 17: Chapter 17- Rumors
Very nice. You managed to have Michael leak his secret and spread it around very, very well. And I love having Lucius pop in like that. I don't know how he does it, but it's well done in any case.
Author's Response: Thank you so much! Oh, and about Lucius? Well, his animagus is a bat so it's pretty easy for him to just 'fly' into their dorm whenever he pleases...Haha...