Dacro's journal

I'm going to write - even if it kills me!

2009-10-23T16:19:26Z

Thanks to accioslash, I have joined wrisomifu on lj, the (write something, you miserable fuck) community!

Need someone to whip your butt all throughout November? Can you commit to writing something, anything for 10 minutes a day? Than this is the community for you!

We're realistic enough to know we're not going to have that novel/thesis paper/poem on Emus/shopping list completed in a month, but we're going to get sort of disciplined and write SOMETHING, damnit!

Are you a high-functioning procrastinator? Feel the need to join? I thought so! :D

Snarry fic rec - Sine Qua Non by dracofiend PG-13

2009-10-08T05:19:42Z

Title: Sine Qua Non
Author: dracofiend
Team: Team Cauldron: stirring up the win since 2009.
Genre(s): Alive and Kicking
Prompt(s): Hold My Hand; Odyssey
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG-13; none
Word Count: ~13,600

Summary: He passes a hand over his face and takes a few seconds to silently, pointlessly curse the Dark Lord, himself, and the wretchedness of magic for burdening him with something so fantastic and absurd as true love for Harry Potter.

Oh, if you haven't read this fic yet, you need to save it as read it when you get a chance. don't miss this one! It's no secret that I love Dracofiend and her writing, but this fic has made me fall in love all over again - and I'm pretty sure there was no dark magic involved. :D
We're taken for a lovely walk on a high wire that's been suspended over the pools of Love and Disaster. Did I mention there's a wind?
Amazing storytelling, refreshing and engaging plot and masterful emotional manipulation - in the best way possible.

Wait, WHAT? GOLD??????

2009-10-07T06:01:34Z

Ok, my team friggin' WON GOLD when I wasn't looking!

Congrats to all my snitchy team-mates!

A special thanks to joanwilder and my beta army for being my rock and having faith in me, Queen of all Extensions.

Thanks to djin7 and her mods of awesome for all the hard work, and for bringing us the BEST GAMES EVER!

also, I'm so looking forward to having the time to read all the cauldron fics now. That will be my bestest reward!

*so much love to the fandom!!!!*

All snarry, all the time!

2009-09-27T19:35:48Z

snarry_games polls are coming down TODAY! If you haven't yet voted, the time is now, my dear Snarry-lovers! Here's the master list again.

Also, check out the snarry_games site because both teams are posting out-takes, deleted scenes, soundtracks and tributes! There is sooooo much good fun happening in the closing games. It feels like we've all won!

snarry fic rec - death and the open mind by loupgarou1750 NC-17

2009-09-26T21:21:49Z

Title: Death and the Open Mind
Author: loupgarou1750
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Alive and Kicking (EWE)
Prompt(s): Can You Hear Me?/Last Hope
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: NC-17 (barely) *Het (mild,) underage (Harry/Ginny immediately post-War,) ageplay (fantasy chan only), caning (fantasy only), language*
Word Count: 44,000 +/-

Summary: Harry's having nightmares, blurting out rude things, causing trauma, generally behaving badly, and thinks he may be going mad.

A really cool concept behind this story. It was really exciting to have the hints unfold, but at the same time poor Harry has to though a lot before he gets any peace (or his hearts desire). The 'someone living in someone else's mind' idea could go so many ways of cracky, but this was more a thriller at heart, and I really enjoyed the journey.

Shameless!

2009-09-26T05:26:17Z

Ok, I just posted the master list for the snarry_games, but someone asked me to also post the link to my fic again, so here it is *blush*:

She Who Knows The Orphan

*loves*

Last call!

2009-09-26T01:35:49Z

Well, the snarry_games are coming to a close over on IJ, so this is the time to catch up on the fine art and fics that you haven't had a look at yet. Can you believe that there were 100 entries? Believe it, baby! (and bonus 'out-takes' are being posted every day, so head on over there!)

Also, you can still vote, but time is running out, so don't wait!

Here's a Master List of all the entries.

Have fun!

(and remember to vote! ~~(<--for team SNITCH!!!)~~

Snarry fic rec - Tombstone, the town too tough to die by Wook77 PG-13

2009-09-24T06:40:33Z

Title: Tombstone, the Town Too Tough To Die
Author: wook77
Team: Snitch!
Genre(s): Alive and Kicking (EWE)
Prompt(s): Second Impression, Go West
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG-13; none
Word Count: ~2800

Summary: Some of the things you find in Tombstone – copper, cowboys, rattlesnakes, sunshine, wooden sidewalks, gunfights, and one Severus Snape (the man too tough to die).

I friggin' LOVE Wook's sense of humour! This little gem shines big-time! (and managed to keep me laughing from the beginning to the end!) Read, vote, love!

Snarry fic rec - rapture by mia_ugly NC17

2009-09-24T05:31:02Z

Title: Rapture
Author: Mia Ugly (mia_ugly)
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Time-Travel
Prompt(s): The Long Goodbye, Achilles Heel
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: NC17; *Epilogue Compliant, non-explicit Harry/Ginny*
Word Count: ~50,000

Summary: Snape sees the man, for the first time, on his twenty-fifth birthday.

The most beautiful flangsty epic story I've read in quite some time. Amazingly written, heart-stoppingly painful and unforgettably romantic.
If that sounds good to you, please read, vote and comment. *loves*

Snarry fic rec - This noble Land by conquest won by abigail89 R

2009-09-21T17:41:19Z

Title: This Noble Land by Conquest Won
Author: Hysterical Hystorian abigail89
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Alive and Kicking
Prompt(s): Go West, Symphony
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: R; None
Word Count: ~12,200
The title is paraphrased from the poem "To Rutland Go" by Vermont citizen, Thomas Rowley (1721-96).

Summary: Harry and Severus have found life sweet amongst Muggles in Vermont. But their peaceful world is shattered one day in a most unexpected way.

She has such a gift for description. I loved seeing the view from their windows, feeling the heat of the day, smiling at the thump of a dog's tail on dusty floorboards and being hyper aware of the dangers and joys of living a secret life in the Muggle world.
This was a beautiful story.
If you have the time, please read, vote and comment. *hugs*

Snarry art rec - Guy Who...? by morganlefey1958 PG-13

2009-09-21T04:21:44Z

Title: Guy Who...?
Artist: morganlefay1958
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Genderbender, Fusion
Prompt(s): Eat Cake
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG13, Highlight if you wish to know: * het, nudity*
Artist's Notes/Disclaimers/Thank you to: Characters from my WIP, Hana Rose's Diner, where Harry is female because of a dark spell and now lives hiding in plain sight in a new life, running a family diner in Avalon, Washington. Her gigantic Cinnamon Buns are a local hit and Sev's favorite... and we all know how much he hates to share! Hana loves to watch FoodTV and one of her favorite shows (also mine and calanor's) is Diner's, Drive-ins, & Dives, with Guy Fieri.
The world of Harry Potter and her characters do not belong to me and I make no profit from playing with them. They belong to JKR and Warner Brothers. The only thing that belongs to me is my story behind this art and the idea of Female!Harry or Hana Rose. Thank you to calanor for her support and to my fellow teammates during my meltdowns. Thanks to the Mods for the extension I ended up not needing.
Media used: graphite and ink by hand, finished in PhotoShop.

Food and Snarry? Seriously, what could be better? Mmmmmmm....sinabuns...

Snarry art rec - A Tempest Brewing by Lizardspots PG-13

2009-09-21T04:12:06Z

Title: A Tempest Brewing
Artist: lizardspots
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Mentor/Severitus
Prompt(s): Stormy Weather, The Long Goodbye
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG-13; *AU/EWE; 7th Year Hogwarts, incestual kissing/groping (Snape is Harry's father)!*
Thank you to the plethora of people that I have wibbled at whist working on this piece. ♥ ♥ ♥
Media used: Pencil, embellished in Open Canvas.

Um...WOW! Lizard is amazing to begin with, but she takes the challenge of her genres and prompts and produces this stunning piece of art! I can almost hear the thunder, taste the rain and feel the tension flare between our favourite tormented characters.
Love, vote and comment! *hugs*

Snarry fic rec - The Fourth Deathly Hallow

2009-09-21T03:54:23Z

The Fourth Deathly Hallow
Author: Gingertart gingertart50
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Fandom Crossovers and Literary and/or Historical
Prompt(s): Code of Honour
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG; None
Word Count: ~ 56,500
Author Notes/Disclaimers/Betas: Should I have warned for a distinct lack of overt sex? If you've come looking for pr0n – sorry. The plot-bunny grew to the size of Tyrannosaurus Rex on steroids and kind of took over. / The Harry Potter world and characters are the sole property of J.K. Rowling, Scholastic, Bloomsbury, and Raincoast Books, and Warner Bros., Inc. I make no money from writing fanfiction. / Thank you to my plot-bunny wranglers, Lesyeuxverts, Leela Cat and Klynie, and my betas, Klynie and WhiteCotton

Summary: From the private journal of John. H. Watson MD; not intended for publication. Being an account of the strange case of the Fourth Deathly Hallow; in which Dr John H. Watson and Mr Sherlock Holmes save a life, discover the true secret of Professor Moriarty, unravel a time loop or two, encounter a femme fatale, imbibe potions, break into and out of a wizarding mansion, hide in a male brothel, go shopping, track down a magical artefact, almost attend a ritual sacrifice, fail to be Obliviated and totally ignore the International Statute of Wizarding Secrecy of 1692, all in the company of a lank-haired, irascible but secretly besotted schoolmaster, a bemused aristocrat and an increasingly perceptive and enamoured young hero.

I was won over by the summary alone and the promise of a Sherlock Holmes/HP crossover! The POV, the language and the tone were superb! You know how I'm a sucker for historical fiction, so this was right up my alley, but I have no doubt everyone will fall in love with this fic. I'm a little behind with this rec, so if you have time, please read, vote and comment! It's longish, but sooooo worth the read!

Snarry art rec - Dream a Bloody Dream by ponderosa121 PG

2009-09-16T06:57:46Z

Title: Dream a Bloody Dream
Artist: Ponderosa ponderosa121
Team: Snitch
Genre: Mentor
Prompts: Secrets and Lies, Consequences
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG; *Implied violence, implied character death (not Snape/Harry)*
Artist's Notes: Ahahahr, thanks to the mods for asking me to pinch, more excuses to draw = yaya!
Media used: Digital. Photoshop CS2.

Ok, take a quick look, marvel at the AWESOMENESS, and then go back and study the details. Read everything (even the backwards stuff) and the story unfolds. This is just incredible work. If you're a fan of graphic novels or noir, you will eat this up, baby! Dood, please vote and spread the love!

Snarry art rec - What Would You Do For Love? by plantinshadows PG

2009-09-14T05:28:45Z

Title: What Would You Do for Love?
Artist: plantinshadows
Team: Snitch!!!
Genre(s): Gender Bender and/or Crossdressing; Literary and/or Historical
Prompt(s): Love and Marriage
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG; none
Media used: Watercolours, coloured pencils, a bit of Photoimpact
Archiving/Usage permission, including the Tribute Video (only after the polls have closed and medals have been awarded): Sure

Summary: What would you do for love? Would you give up your identity to be with the person you love? Would you give yourself to them, knowing that you’re wholly dependent on them? That’s what this picture story is about. Lord Snape is urged by his friend, Lord Malfoy, to find a woman to marry. By chance, he instead meets Harry, a bookshop owner, and there is an instantaneous and amorous attraction. But this is nineteenth century England, where homosexuality is forbidden and women have no rights. Conflicted, Snape returns to London, but Harry's friend, Hermione, finds him there and convinces him of a bold plan where Harry would disappear and give up his whole life so the two of them could be together. In the end, Harry gives up his rights as a man, his identity, and masquerades as a woman. After their wedding, they retreat to a country estate to live in peace.

She hits the prompts and genres bang-on, in my opinion, anyway. heh. I really like the sepia-ish warm colours and all the emotion that comes through.

Snarry art rec - Stardust by xingou PG

2009-09-13T06:18:26Z

Title: Stardust
Artist: xingou
Team: Team Snitch
Genre(s): Crossovers/Fusion & Alive and Kicking (EWE)
Prompt(s): Glam Rock
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: Rated: PG, Warnings: Excessive Use of Lens Flare, Kinks: None
Media: Photoshop
Artist's Notes: An evening out on the town inspired by Adam Lambert of that silly American TV show with the singers (American Idol). Thank you to L for kicking my butt til I got this done then making sure I didn't forget the obvious things like Harry's scar and glasses.

Ummm....you have to see this for yourself. I think it's all kinds of lovely, but then again I really love the idea of Glam-rock Snarry. *clicks and drools*
Please vote and leave lots of comment love for this yummy pic!

Snarry fic rec - Sands of Time by rons_pigwidgeon NC17

2009-09-13T06:05:27Z

Title: Sands of Time
Author: rons_pigwidgeon
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Time Travel, Fandom Crossovers and/or Fusions
Prompt(s): Sands of Time
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: NC-17, *non-Snarry pairing, rimming*
Word Count: 26, 717
Author Notes/Disclaimers
This story was finished before Torchwood: Children of Earth aired in the US, so there are absolutely NO spoilers for the third series at all. No worries for those who have yet to see it to be spoiled the way I was, promise!

Summary: Harry is on the hunt for a serial killer, who is bent on making his mark by murdering famous wizards and witches in Time. While testing a special Time-Turner that can move both forwards and backwards in Time, Harry and Severus have an accident and find themselves in the middle of the underground facilities of Torchwood. They soon find out that these strange Muggles can help them track their killer and solve the crime.

This was a roller coaster ride loaded with thrills, chills and some very steamy scenes! I've never seen torchwood, but I had no trouble falling in love with captain Jack, laughing with Gwen, or believing in all the cool gadgets and gizmos that they get to play with. I loved the plot, had a lot of fun watching Jones glare at Harry and totally bought into the ending. Have a read! I think you'll REALLY enjoy this!
And Harry learns how to use a gun! *wink* Go! READ!

Snarry art rec - The Wild Wizarding West by chazpure G

2009-09-11T05:36:38Z

Title: The Wild, Wizarding West
Artist: chazpure
Team: Team Snitch
Genre(s): Crossover/Fusions
Prompt(s): Fire and Sword, Go West
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: None
Artist's Notes/Disclaimers/Thank you to: In the aftermath of the US Civil War, Sorcerous Agents Potter and Snape travelled by private railway car together throughout the West for the newly formed Secret Service. Potter, a charming wand-slinger and peerless flyer, and Snape, brilliant potions brewer and master of disguise, formed a deep, if unlikely bond as they faced countless dangers together.
My thanks to the Mods for running these fabulous Games, to Team Snitch and our Capitan Extraordinaire, and to my beloved odogoddess, for patience above and beyond the call of duty.
Media used: Pencil drawing, colored in Photoshop 5.0

Ok, kiddies, if you're ready for some good, clean, melodramatic comic stylings, look no more! Here be a wizarding western! There are some tasty treats in the details, and a lot of great comedic moments, so don't miss this one!

I know this is a crazy week for everyone, but it takes very little time to take a gander, vote and send some comment love. *smooches*

Snarry fic rec - Play the Game by hpstrangelove NC-17

2009-09-07T06:55:51Z

Title: Play the Game
Author: hpstrangelove
Team: Snitch
Genre: Alive and Kicking
Prompts: Play the Game, Underworld
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: NC-17, *Non-con/rape, graphic torture, sexual sadism, bondage, object penetration, sexual slavery, breathplay, bloodplay, needleplay, waxplay, elements of dom/sub, non-Snarry pairings, minor character death, and depending on your definition, possibly BDSM *
Word Count: ~50,000

Summary: When Auror Harry Potter goes missing during an investigation of a wizarding sex club where abducted Muggles are being forced to work, his best friend and former lover, Draco Malfoy, calls upon the reclusive Severus Snape for help. For six years, Severus has refused to have anything to do with Harry, wishing that he’d never given Harry his memories in the Shrieking Shack. Now that Harry is missing, he is having second thoughts about rejecting Harry’s offers of friendship. After searching for six months, Draco and Severus are beginning to think they won’t find Harry alive. Harry, meanwhile, is barely surviving, and thinks that the person responsible for his imprisonment and torture – is Severus Snape.

Yes, the warnings are intimidating and might squick some of you, but if you like a good mystery interwoven with longing and suspense - or love you a rentboy fic, this story is for you. Harry (and quite a few other characters) are truly tested to their limits, but (and I think a spoiler might be handy here) the ending is worth the nail-biting journey.

Snarry art rec - Devils and Angels at the Helm by wotchertonks PG-13

2009-09-07T01:34:28Z

Title: Devils And Angels At The Helm
Artist: wotchertonks7
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Literary
Prompt(s): Pride and Prejudice/ Angels and Demons
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG13 for Foul language and naughty thoughts.
Artist's Notes I thought up this comic very last minute and I like it so much that I'll have to continue it in the future. I especially enjoyed drawing Shoulder Angel and Devil Harry. The title is inspired by The Whomping Willows newest CD "Demons at the Helm." Wizard wrock rocks! A special thank you to the Snarry Games Mod for inviting me to join the games and for giving me an extension. Also, thanks to all my friends and fans for getting me into Snarry and keeping me here.
Media used: Photoshop and Illustrator

Ok, now, who doesn't LOVE the old 'angel and devil on the shoulder' cliché? Well, it's even better as visual humour! This comic is brilliant! Look, enjoy, vote and comment for this great little walk through ~~Harry's head~~ the potions lab!

also, BROOMSTICK! SCORE!

Snarry fic rec - His Mother's Eyes by [Bad username: nesting hedwig] PG13

2009-09-06T07:21:59Z

Title: His Mother's Eyes
Author: nestinghedwig (LinW)
Team: Team Snitch
Genre(s): Mentor
Prompt(s): Coming Home, Into Temptation
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: PG13; *non Snarry Pairing (not explicit), child abuse*
Word Count: ~16,000

Summary: AU. When Arabella Figg defies Albus Dumbledore, Severus takes his chance at redemption.

I've read other fics where Dumbledore is made out to be the villain, but I always end up loving him again by the end - not this time! Not only is this a refreshingly unique AU, but you also get a free trip to Italy! YAY!

Snarry art rec - Don't Die From Me, My Love by a_belladonna G

2009-09-06T00:15:16Z

Title: Don't Die From Me, My Love
Artist: a_belladonna
Team: Team Snitch
Genre(s): Historical
Prompt(s): Hold my hand, Candle in the window
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: G: Highlight if you wish to know: *Character death?*
Artist's Notes/Disclaimers/Thank you to Thanks to the mods for letting me participate again! :)
Media used: Watercolours

Love love love the watercolours! It really sets the scene, and gives the dreamy quality. Nice work with the prompts too!

Snarry fic rec - Rook Castling Kingside by whitecotton NC-17

2009-09-05T06:31:32Z

Title: Rook Castling Kingside
Author: whitecotton
Team: Snitch
Genre(s): Alive and Kicking
Prompt(s): Playing the Game and Last Hope
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: NC-17; *underage kissing (Harry is 16), overage sexing (Harry is over 17)*
Word Count: ~35,500

Summary: Severus knows he is going to die in the war and is more than happy to oblige. Too long he has been the rook to Dumbledore’s queen, protector of Harry Potter – the king. Now he yearns only for peace. As the war with the Dark Lord intensifies, he makes his plans and indulges in recollection.

I'm a little behind on reccing this one. RL threw me some business, and it took me THREE DAYS to read this, but it was worth it!
Wonderful storytelling! This fic twists and turns the reader on an emotional roller coaster up and back on the time line, and yet I never felt lost - that's a master at work, I tell ya!

Suspense, hope, yearning and peace! what more could we want from a story!

Snarry art rec - Mis-firing Portkey (or Typical Men) by tripperfunster - G

2009-09-03T06:16:18Z

Title: Mis-firing Portkey (or Typical Men)
Artist: tripperfunster
Team: Little Balls, baby!
Genre(s): Crossover/Timetravel
Prompt(s): Consequences
Rating/Warnings/Kinks: G; None
Artist's Notes Imagine, if you will, a mis-firing portkey in the form of a television remote. Of course, being male, Harry and Snape STILL have to fight over it, despite the dire consequences.
Media used: photoshop. Go me!

Tripper and Snarry back together again! OT3!
I love her. I love her sense of humour. I love that Harry and Severus have to fight over the remote! It had to be done, people!

Drool, vote and comment my lovelies!

THANK YOU!

2009-09-01T16:54:46Z

Just wanted to say a big thank you to everyone who read, voted and commented on my fic for the snarry_games. *loves*

I'm glad I didn't know at the beginning how many of you are librarians/archaeologists/historians and/or are in love with Egyptology, or I never would have plucked up the courage to tackle this chunk of history. :)

Thanks to my Snitchy team mates, my indestructible beta army, the members of Team Cauldron who have made me cry (in the good way) with their touching comments and to all the readers who took a chance on a PG-13 AR set back 2000 years before they were born! *so much love*

You still have lots of time to read and vote if you haven't had a chance yet. No pressure, though. I know this is a busy time. :) *hugs* Oh, and if you're not really a Snarry shipper, don't let that scare you. PG, remember? heh.