#MARTIN APPLEBY

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"In Pursuit Of Expression" by Martin Appleby (Earth Island Books)

Poetry, at its best, is honest. It strips away pretense, digs into the mundane, and finds something universal in the smallest details of human existence. Martin Appleby’s In Pursuit of Expression exemplifies this approach. A collection of poems spanning nearly a decade, this book reads like a diary, a confession, and a conversation all at once. It is intimate yet comprehensive, unflinchingly…

[camyfilms]

SNOW WHITE 2025

Magic mirror on the wall, who's the fairest one of all?

[kenpiercemedia]

Now Playing: Walt Disney Studios "Snow White" (3/21/2025)

While I am a tad surprised that a release such as Disney’s “Snow White” didn’t seem to merit a second or even final trailer before its release day today, that is how it panned out. If you’ve been following the reports on the giant entertainment news feeds you already know that its not arrived without some controversary but that being said Disney’s “Snow White”, the live-action retelling of the…

[wornoutspines]

Snow White (2025) – Not the disaster you were promised, but not exactly groundbreaking either. Gal Gadot’s Evil Queen steals the show (when she’s on her A-game), Zegler sings beautifully, and the fairytale vibes are strong. But… can we - I don't believe I'm about to say this - talk about the dresses? 👀 Full review here ⬇️ #SnowWhite #Disney #RachelZegler #GalGadot #DisneyLiveAction #MovieReview

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Bon Jovi - It's My Life 2000

"It's My Life" is a song by American rockband Bon Jovi. It was released on May 8, 2000, as the lead single from their seventh studio album, Crush (2000). It was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Max Martin, and co-produced by Luke Ebbin. The song peaked at number one in Austria, Flanders, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Romania, Spain, and Switzerland, while charting within the top 10 across several other countries and peaking at number 33 on the US Billboard Hot 100. "It's My Life" is Bon Jovi's most well-known post-1980s hit single and helped introduce the band to a new, younger fanbase.

The song has many classic Bon Jovi features, such as Sambora's use of the talk box, and a line in the second verse "For Tommy and Gina, who never backed down" refers to Tommy and Gina, a fictional working class couple that Bon Jovi and Sambora first wrote about in their 1986 hit "Livin' on a Prayer" (poll #307). The music video was directed by Wayne Isham and stars actors Will Estes and Shiri Appleby (known from the 1999-2002 science fiction drama series Roswell). It is the most viewed video for Bon Jovi on Youtube, reaching 1 billion views (the band's first song to do so) by the end of June 2021. It won Video of the Year at the VH1 My Music Awards.

"It's My Life" received a total of 81,6% yes votes! Previous Bon Jovi polls: #307 "Livin' on a Prayer".

[popentertainment-moviereviews]

SNOW WHITE (2025)

Starring Rachel Zegler, Andrew Burnap, Gal Gadot, Ansu Kabia, Hadley Fraser, Lorena Andrea, Emilia Faucher, Dujonna Gift, Colin Michael Carmichael, George Appleby, Samuel Baxter, Jimmy Johnston, Idriss Kargbo, Jaih Betote and the voices of Patrick Page, Jeremy Swift, Martin Klebba, George Salazar, Andy Grotelueschen, Tituss Burgess, Jason Kravits and Andrew Barth Feldman.

Screenplay by Erin Cressida Wilson.

Directed by Marc Webb.

Distributed by Walt Disney Studios. 109 minutes. Rated PG.

This may sound like a bit of a back-handed compliment – and perhaps it even is one – but Snow White is one of the best of Disney’s live-action remakes of their animated classics. In fact, it’s probably the best one since Cinderella almost a decade ago. It may seem backhanded because the inevitable live-action remakes of pretty much every title in Disney’s catalogue are almost always worse than the original classics.

And fairly, Snow White is not as good as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs was. However, since the original film – which was Walt Disney’s first feature-length animated film – was originally released in 1937, much of the movie is rather dated looking and sounding. Snow White’s Betty-Boop-sounding voice alone makes the film feel outdated, and that’s not even taking into consideration the huge social changes in that time.

As I noted in a 2009 review of a video re-release of the original film, “in many ways Snow White is out of step with modern sensibilities – for example, Snow White wins the dwarves over by cooking and cleaning for them, kissing their foreheads and because she sure is ‘purdy.’”

A modern Snow White would have more on her mind than cleaning up after a bunch of dwarves and waiting around to be saved by the random love of a handsome (but lightly stalker-y) Prince Charming who she barely knows. The lives of women have changed a whole lot since then, so it seems that the character would be a bit deeper and have some more complex interests and goals.

So, much more than many of the Disney more recent past titles which are being remade – like The Little Mermaid, The Lion King and the upcoming Lilo and Stitch – Snow White could perhaps use a bit of an update.

Of course, the fact that Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is nearly 90-years-old now does not mean the story has been out of the public eye. The tale of Snow White (which was originally a fairy tale from The Brothers Grimm which was published in 1812) has been told multiple times over the years – both officially and in barely-disguised imitations. In fact, just in 2012 there were two fairly popular live-action variations of Snow White which fought it out in the cinemas– Mirror Mirror with Julia Roberts and Snow White and the Huntsman with Charlize Theron.

This new film version of Snow White is much closer to the original animated classic than most – although they did not feel the need to slavishly recreate it. While it is not perfect, it makes for more nostalgic fun than most versions.

This is nice, because despite some sort-of ridiculous controversies on social media. There was the fact that perhaps the most Caucasian character in film history (the world “white” was even in her name) was played by a Latin woman (Rachel Zegler, who also tackled another classic role as Maria in the Stephen Spielberg remake of West Side Story). This was only complicated when Zegler, correctly, pointed out that the character and the film were a little bit anachronistic. (As noted above…)

There was also the question of why the dwarves were computer-generated when there are many little person actors who could have probably used the job. (Most of the cute furry forest creatures who frolic around with Snow White are also CGI, but no one really complained about that.) And finally, there were whispers of Zegler and Gal Gadot (who plays the evil queen) not getting along due to political differences about the war in Gaza. (Gadot is Israeli, and Zegler has pro-Palestinian views.)

Okay, fine, but none of that has anything to do with how good the movie might be. Lots of films have had controversial creations, but many of them still work as a piece of art. As does, for the most part, Snow White. Twitter/X trolls who haven’t seen the movie shouldn’t define it.

With the story’s ubiquity in pop culture, most people know the basics of the plot. Snow White is a beautiful princess who lives a wonderful life in her home country. When her mother dies, her father remarries a beautiful-but-vain and evil woman, who eventually kills him and takes over the kingdom, becoming a horrific dictator and keeping the citizens in line through fear. The evil queen essentially turns Snow White into a servant in her own castle.

The Queen has a magic mirror and is constantly asking it “who is the fairest one of all?” As long as the mirror answers that it is the Queen, she is happy. However, one day the mirror says that Snow White has become the fairest, which propels the queen into rage. She tells a huntsman to take Snow White into the forest and kill her.

When the huntsman has mercy and allows her to escape, Snow White hides out with seven mining dwarves whose names expose their defining traits – Sneezy, Bashful, Sleepy, Happy, Grumpy, Doc and Dopey. (The graphic designer behind this film’s Dopey was obviously a huge fan of Alfred E. Neuman.) The Dwarves try to protect Snow White from the evil Queen, who is still trying to kill her. Also working to save the princess are a group of thieves who live in the forest – particularly their leader, Jonathan (Andrew Burnap), who replaces Prince Charming from the original film to be Snow White’s potential “true love’s kiss.”

The new music created for the reboot is fine, but generally not overly memorable. (The original film’s songs “Whistle While You Work” and “Heigh Ho [The Dwarfs Song]” are by far the most enjoyable songs used here, and that is only partially because they have been so deeply engrained in our lives for as long as we can remember.)

Will the new Snow White become such a classic film that people will still be watching it in 88 years? Probably not. However, it is mostly a lot of fun right now.

Jay S. Jacobs

Copyright ©2025 PopEntertainment.com. All rights reserved. Posted: March 20, 2025.

[ulkaralakbarova]

Emma Woodhouse is a congenial young lady who delights in meddling in other people’s affairs. She is perpetually trying to unite men and women who are utterly wrong for each other. Despite her interest in romance, Emma is clueless about her own feelings, and her relationship with gentle Mr. Knightly. Credits: TheMovieDb. Film Cast: Emma Woodhouse: Gwyneth Paltrow Harriet Smith: Toni Collette Mr. Elton: Alan Cumming Frank Churchill: Ewan McGregor Mr. Knightley: Jeremy Northam Mrs. Weston: Greta Scacchi Mrs. Elton: Juliet Stevenson Jane Fairfax: Polly Walker Miss Bates: Sophie Thompson Mr. Woodhouse: Denys Hawthorne Mr. Weston: James Cosmo Mrs. Bates: Phyllida Law Mrs. Goddard: Kathleen Byron Robert Martin: Edward Woodall John Knightley: Brian Capron Isabella: Karen Westwood Miss Martin: Rebecca Craig Mrs. Cole: Angela Down Mr. Cole: John Franklyn-Robbins Bates’ Maid: Ruth Jones Dancer (uncredited): Lee Boardman Film Crew: Set Decoration: Totty Whately Producer: Patrick Cassavetti Production Design: Michael Howells Director of Photography: Ian Wilson Casting: Mary Selway Novel: Jane Austen Screenplay: Douglas McGrath Casting: Sarah Trevis Art Direction: Joshua Meath-Baker Costume Design: Ruth Myers Editor: Lesley Walker Executive Producer: Bob Weinstein Executive Producer: Harvey Weinstein Producer: Steven Haft Executive Producer: Donna Gigliotti Art Direction: Sam Riley Thanks: Giorgio Armani Script Supervisor: Jean Bourne Makeup Department Head: Tina Earnshaw Assistant Costume Designer: Morgan Elliott Original Music Composer: Rachel Portman Hair Department Head: Simon Thompson Makeup Department Head: Susie Adams Property Master: Danny Euston Unit Publicist: Sara Keene Associate Producer: Donna Grey Sound Mixer: Chris Munro Still Photographer: David Appleby Production Coordinator: Fran Triefus Assistant Costume Designer: Sharon Long Dialogue Editor: Derek Holding Gaffer: Norman Smith Supervising Sound Editor: Colin Miller Location Manager: Bill Darby Assistant Editor: Jeremy Hume Sound Re-Recording Mixer: Paul Carr Sound Re-Recording Mixer: Robert Farr Choreographer: Sue Lefton Grip: Richard Broome Assistant Hairstylist: Kay Georgiou Assistant Makeup Artist: Sian Grigg Second Assistant Director: Alison Begg Third Assistant Director: Russell Channon Third Assistant Director: Caleb Menges First Assistant Director: Davina Nicholson Construction Manager: Andrew Golding Scenic Artist: Jason Line Scenic Artist: Stephen Scott Assistant Sound Editor: Geoff R. Brown Foley Artist: Lionel Selwyn Foley Artist: Jason Swanscott Clapper Loader: James Bloom Electrician: David Bruce Electrician: Mark ‘Rocky’ Evans Electrician: Wayne Leach Focus Puller: Roz Naylor Electrician: Ricky Pattenden Wardrobe Supervisor: Michael O’Connor Negative Cutter: Sylvia Wheeler Production Accountant: Kevin Trehy Movie Reviews: Peter McGinn: This is a fine production of the Jane Austen novel, though it is not among my top two favorite adaptations. Not for any serious problems, but rather due to minor decisions that were made in the script. I expected to see more of Emma’s visit to Miss Bates, for example, after she is shamed into repenting her treatment of the silly woman. Other than that I enjoyed the movie well enough. The acting and the script were consistently good except for those moments I mentioned, and I would probably be willing to watch it again someday. Filipe Manuel Neto: **A futile and silly Emma to be taken seriously, but entertaining and has some good moments.** Jane Austen is one of the great writers in the English language and her work has been fertile ground for adaptations and reinterpretations in theatre, television and cinema. From trash to luxury, there’s no shortage of options, and each one stands out for one reason or another. This film was inspired by one of the author’s novels about a charismatic and dreamy young woman who takes pleasure in gathering acquaintances and friends, and playing matchmaker. The problem is that, deep down, she herself feels lonely and doesn’t really see a man capable of making h...

[helloamerica]

Here's Martin Appleby. Martin has a few poems on our Winter Collection, 2022 compilation. Listen to "Why Bother."

[hoshomccreesh]

Poetry and Punk Podcast

Martin Appleby, recently sporting a dapper, green mohawk, has taken a cache of poems from our A DEEP & GORGEOUS THIRST - UNABRIDGED AUDIO for “EPISOD 004” of his PAPER AND INK LITERARY ZINE PUNK & POETRY PODCAST. The episode includes an Interview with punk poet Dave Cullern (Fuck Ballads), music from Falaun and then a bit of the stink from us here at the HQ! There’s Joseph Ridgwell narrating for some poor sap at the gas station in his underwear. William Boyle speaks to getting screwed in Hollywood, and Willy Vlautin talks of the naked guy in his buddy’s pool. So grab a beer and start listening! For those who don’t now, Martin is the driving force behind Paper and Ink Zine, and is a tireless supporter of small press goodness, all while still being a terrific writer in his own right. So if you’re looking for a taste of what the audio book, check out the podcast (and all the other stuff Martin gets up to)! I also have it on high authority that anyone who wants a copy of the audiobook can reach out to Martin, as he’s got some free full length download codes.

[thoughtswordsaction]

Earth Island Books To Release "In Pursuit of Expression" By Martin Appleby On April 4th

This collection brings together all of Martin Appleby’s small press poetry publications that were released between 2016 and 2024. From the early musings of his 20s to staring down the barrel of 40, and all the heartbreak, hangovers, and bad decisions he has made along the way.These poems are full of heart, hope, and unguarded honesty. They will make you laugh and they will make you cry. A journey…

[joaquimblog]

MET 2021/2022: DIE MEISTERSINGER VON NÜRNBERG (VOLLE-VOGT-DAVIDSEN-KRÄNZLE-ZEPPENFELD-APPLEBY, MAHNKE;PAPPANO)

Michael Volle i Lise Davidsen New York, NY. Photograph: © 2021 Richard Terminer PHOTO CREDIT – RICHARD TERMINE Un matí de dissabte plujós invita més a quedar-se a casa que a fer la desitjada caminada dels caps de setmana, i m’ha semblat que era l’ocasió propicia per escoltar la retransmissió radiofònica de la primera funció de Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg al MET de Nova York que va tenir lloc…

[dakotadanger]

Lemon (2017) is about Isaac, a washed up actor whose marriage is slowly ending. He used to be famous in New York, but now he teaches acting classes in Los Angeles and is the face of a PSA campaign for Hepatitis C. He tries to get his wife to stay, he tries to feel connected to his family, he tries to meet someone new, and he fails miserably every time.

Lemon is kind of like watching a man fall down a staircase that just keeps going. He’s not likable, and he sabotages himself almost every time. It’s almost just a story about how sometimes things don’t get better. He’s a pathetic main character, and that’s sort of the appeal.

Like the fruit it’s named after, I think Lemon is an interesting film with some exceptional elements. I liked a lot of the cinematography, and some of the scenes were terrific. Altogether though, it’s kind of a lot of sour. I once sucked all the juice out of a lemon. I don’t think I’ll do it again.

[lecameleontv]

Les acteurs de la série Le Caméléon dans la série Urgences (1994-2009) diffusée sur NBC : - Andrea Parker (Ep.1.06 à 1.24 + 2.04 et 2.07 ); - Keene Curtis (Ep. 1.12) - Zachary Browne (Ep. 1.14 à 1.25); - Jake LLoyd (Ep. 2.11, 2.14, 2.18 et 2.21) - Kelsey Mulrooney (Ep. 4.15) - Jon Gries (Ep. 7.20) - Leland Orser ... Dr Dubenko (saisons 11 à 15) - Katie Mitchell  (Ep. 11.19 et 11.21) - Harve Presnell (Ep. 12.12); - Sam Ayers (Ep. 14.09)

L’équipe technique de la série Le Caméléon dans la série Urgences : - Jesús Salvador Treviño (Ep. 8.12);

Programme TV

La série est intégralement disponible sur la plateforme Prime Video et sur Salto.  

Statut : terminée Nb Saisons : 15 Nb Episodes : 331 Nb de nominations aux Emmy : 124 Nb d’Emmy gagnés : 23

Site officiel - 

Distribution secondaire : - Rick Rossovitch,  que l’actrice Andrea Parker avait déjà croisé dans l’Ep. 12.21 d’Arabesque (1996); - Michelle C. Bonita, vu dans l’Ep. 1.06 de la série Le Caméléon - Michael B. Silver, vu dans l’Ep. 1.15 de la série Le Caméléon  - Ted Rooney, vu dans l’Ep. 1.15 de la série Le Caméléon - Troy Evans, que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles - Emily Wagner, que l’acteur Leland Orser avait déjà croisé dans le film Seven (1996); - David Lyons , que l’acteur Leland Orser recroisera dans la série Revolution - Shiri Appleby, que l’acteur Leland Orser retrouvera dans le film The Devil’s Candy (2015)  ...

Saison 1

Ep. 7.20 : > avec Jon Gries qui retrouvera Elizabeth Mitchell dans la série LOST

Saison 11

Ep. 12.03 : ...

Ep. 12.04 : avec Michael B. Silver, vu dans l’Ep. 1.15 de la série Le Caméléon ...

Ep. 12.05 : ...

Ep. 12.12 :

> Co-production executive :  Joe Sachs, que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles

> avec Harve Presnell qui retrouve l’acteur Leland Orser

Ep. 13.11 :  > avec William Martin Brennan, vu dans l’Ep. 3.04 de la série Le Caméléon

Ep. 13.12 :  >  Réalisation : Skipp Sudduth, que l’acteur Leland Orser retrouvera dans les Ep. 3.02 et 3.06 de la série Ray Donovan; > avec Michael Hyatt, que l’acteur Leland Orser retrouvera dans les Ep. 3.08, 4.01 et 4.02 de la série Ray Donovan; > avec Paula Malcomson, que l’acteur Leland Orser retrouvera dans les Ep. 3.01, 3.02, 3.05 à 3.08, 3.12, 4.01, 4.02 et 4.12 de la série Ray Donovan;

Ep. 13.15 : > avec Clyde Kusatsu, vu dans l’Ep. 4.14 de la série Le Caméléon. 

Ep. 13.16 : ...

Ep. 13.17 : > avec Stacy Keach, que l’acteur avait déjà croisé dans Los Angeles 2013 (1996) ...

Ep. 13.18 : > avec Vyto Ruginis, vu dans l’Ep. 3.07 de la série Le Caméléon. ...

Ep. 13.21 : ...

Ep. 13.22 : ...

Ep. 14.01 :  > Scénario : Joe Sachs que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles ...

Ep. 14.03 : 

Ep. 14.07 : ...

Ep. 14.09 : > Production : Joe Sachs, que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles > avec Sam Ayers, qui retrouve l’acteur Leland Orser

Ep. 14.10 : ...

Ep. 14.13 : ...

Ep. 14.15 : ...

Ep. 14.16 : ...

Ep.14.18 : ...

Ep.14.19 : ...

Ep. 15.01 : > Scénario : Joe Sachs, que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles

Ep. 15.02 : >  

Ep. 15.03 : ...

Ep. 15.04 : >  

Ep. 15.07 :...

Ep. 15.08 : >  

Ep. 15.10 :  >  

Ep. 15.12 : ...

Ep. 15.14 : 

Ep. 15.17 : ...

Ep. 15.20 : > Production : Joe Sachs, que l’acteur Leland Orser a recroisé dans l’Ep. 3.11 de la série NCIS Los Angeles

Il s’agit du dernier épisode de l’acteur dans la série, qui s’est terminée avec cette saison 15.

Il avait déjà porté le masque chirurgical dans le film Independence Day.  

sources : imdb, erfanpagetribute, tvline.com, best_of_er

alias Caitlin ‘Kate’ Pike dans JAG alias Mlle Parker dans Le Caméléon alias Lydia Weston dans Less Than Perfect. alias Jane dans Desperate Housewives. alias Sarah Souders dans Red Band Society alias Jessica Di Laurentis dans Pretty Little Liars.

Alias Argyle dans Le Caméléon. Alias le père Romero dans Ray Donovan Alias Robert Kirsh dans Berlin Station. Alias  Peter Sullivan dans I Am The Night.

[demisexualnathanvuornos]

Tracy Martin (Emily Rose) ER 15.5 Haunted (2008) deleted scenes 3/3

Wait, so he?-- Does that mean he’s [Andrew] is available?

[whateverthedragonswant]

Watched the newest New Amsterdam episode and not only was it so well done (not surprised, it was Shiri Appleby directing after all) but it was beautiful to see them going back to story lines of the first season. They closed up Bloom's and Reynold's story line beautifully, I thought. And I love that we see Martin and Iggy navigating this issue as well as the problem at hand together, for their kids. And while I love Wildwin, I love that they didn't make it about that at all in any part of the episode, but you still get this moment of sustained eye contact between them but it still isn't about that. I loved the opening and closing with Max and Luna. I loved how Shiri showed all of the characters' reactions to the news (so beautifully done, but again, I'm not surprised when she's the director at the helm) but they also addressed each and every issue that this decision affects in well told story lines affecting each individual character and what they're facing. From Wilder's dealing with someone's beliefs different to hers while also standing up for her own belief to Bloom and Reynolds to Bloom's past and what happened to her when she was younger to Max trying to solve the issue not just for everyone but also his daughter & unfortunately being unable to Karen's story of what happened in the past to Iggy's reaction at a protest & how things could affect his family in the future to the younger generation through his daughter & that tour of kids being the hope of the future when it comes to this matter. All of it was just so well done.

I never cared for when this show got political in the past; I don't want political messaging being forced down my throat as I'm watching a show or a film that has nothing to do with that particular subject/issue. But this...this was so needed (not only because it does affect the medical community and their patients but just in general, this decision affects us ALL) and it was just brilliantly done.

My hat's off to the entire cast and crew of this show. Just *chef's kiss*.

[lcdrarry]

LCDrarry Round-Up Post | Week 1

On Sundays during our posting period, we won't post a new work, instead you have time to catch up on the works that posted during the week and hopefully leave lovely comments for our creators.

Happy reading, commenting and sharing! All links are under the cut ;)

~Your LCDrarry Mods

PS: Please have a look at the author notes and tags on AO3 for additional information. Thank you!

PPS: Here are all round-up posts of LCDrarry 2021:

Round-up Post Week #1 (you’re here) 

Round-up Post Week #2 

Round-up Post Week #3 

Round-up Post Week #4

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Art

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Art: I am only one side of a coin.

Prompt: "Merlin", 2008-2012 Prompted by: Anonymous Artist: Anonymous Art Medium: Digital Art in Photoshop Rating: General Warnings: none

Summary: The better side, obviously. Merlin/Harry Potter fusion. Harry as Merlin & Draco as Arthur.

View “I am only one side of a coin” on AO3.

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Art: No Sweeter Innocence Than Our Gentle Sin

Prompt: "Romeo and Juliet", Shakespeare Prompted by: @celilasart Artist: Anonymous Art Medium: Digital Art Rating: General Warnings: none

Summary: Inspired by Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare starring Draco Malfoy as Juliet Capulet and Harry Potter as Romeo Montague.

View “No Sweeter Innocence Than Our Gentle Sin” on AO3.

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Art: there are dangerous men about

Prompt: "The Legend of Zorro”, 2005, Martin Campbell Prompted by: the artist Artist: Anonymous Art Medium: Digital Art Rating: Teen Warnings: None

Summary: Two wizards engaging in a vicious duel, but make it gay and sexy.

View "there are dangerous men about" on AO3.

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Fic and Art

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Fic & Art: One More Lantern

Prompt: “xxxHoLiC”, 2006-2010 (anime)/2013 (live action) Prompted by: @porcelainsalt / bluedreaming @ AO3 Author/Artist: Anonymous Word Count/Art Medium: 8,373 words & Digital Art Rating: Teen Warnings: Smoking

Summary: Harry is plagued by spirits who seem intent on devouring him, and there’s only one place they can’t follow: a house hidden in wizarding London, belonging to Draco Malfoy. Harry didn’t intend to stay. He certainly didn’t foresee falling in love. Yet here they are. A slice of life where Draco is a sap, Harry buys ice cream, and spirits keep throwing their peaceful life into chaos.

Read "One More Lantern” on AO3.

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Fic: (Let's Take Our Time) Just Moving Slow

Prompt: "Holidate", 2020, John Whitesell Prompted by: @Curlyy-hair-dont-care Author: Anonymous Word Count: 1,886 words Rating: Teen Warnings: none

Summary: Harry and Draco have a mutually beneficial arrangement: automatic dates for all holidays and public events, no questions asked, no obligation, no strings. It all seemed like such a good idea when they started. Harry certainly never expected to develop feelings for Draco.

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Fic: My Saviour Won't Stop Texting Me

Prompt: "Hercules", 1997, Ron Clements, John Musker Prompted by: @onbeinganangel Author: Anonymous Word Count: 5,012 words Rating: Teen Warnings: Texting fic

Summary: Long ago, in Ancient Greece, there was a man named Draco Malfoy who sold his soul to Voldemort. Tortured by his sins, he... oh, who am I kidding? This is a Hercules AU texting fic, not some Greek tragedy! Harry and Draco get together and everyone has phones in Ancient Greece. Please enjoy.

Read "My Saviour Won't Stop Texting Me” on AO3.

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Fic: Ghost

Prompt: "Ghost", 1990, Jerry Zucker Prompted by: @Ladderofyears Author: Anonymous Word Count: 10,761 words Rating: Explicit Warnings: major character death (MCD), canon-typical violence, grief and mourning

Summary: When Harry is killed tragically during an Auror raid gone wrong, Draco does his best to move on. He's even a little cheered when Theo Nott starts pursuing him. Then Sybil Trelawney visits Draco.

Read "Ghost” on AO3.

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Fic: Star Crossed

Prompt: "Romeo and Juliet", Shakespeare Prompted by: @celilasart Author: Anonymous Word Count: 13,615 words Rating: Teen Warnings: none

Summary: Two Quidditch teams, alike in dignity, In fair Great Britain, where we lay our scene, From ancient grudge break to new mutiny, Where civil blood makes civil hands unclean. The Wimbourne Wasps and the Appleby Arrows have been bitter rivals for centuries. When a nasty brawl ends one of their Seekers’ careers, the teams need new blood to take up the slack and divert attention from the bad publicity. And who better to distract the press than the infamous Draco Malfoy and golden boy Harry Potter? Called back from successful careers abroad, the pair are once again to be pitted against one another in an epic feud. Too bad no one told them that before they started flirting…

Read “Star Crossed” on AO3.

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Fic: The Slytherin Host Club

Prompt: "Ouran high school host club", 2006, Bisco Hatori and Takuya Igarashi Prompted by: @eletriptan Author: Anonymous Word Count: 14,377 words Rating: Explicit Warnings: explicit sexual content, scars, non-graphic mention of past abuse

Summary: Harry is simply looking for a quiet place to finish his Potions essay.It's a pity he ends up at the Slytherin Host Club instead. Or maybe it's a blessing in disguise, since he's had a crush on Malfoy since the beginning of his eighth year...

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Fic: (This Will Be) An Everlasting Love

Prompt: #12 (also fulfils #6) | "While You Were Sleeping," 1995, Jon Turteltaub Prompted by: @manixzen & @thesleepiesthufflepuff Author: Anonymous Word Count: 45,139 words Rating: Teen Warnings: None

Summary: Life doesn’t always turn out the way we plan. That’s what Draco’s mother always used to tell him, but Merlin, who could have predicted how right she would be? A story about feisty dragons, loneliness, family, and friends — and finding love in places you least expect.

Read "(This Will Be) An Everlasting Love" on AO3.

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