#@jamespotterthefirst

[choicesfandomappreciation]

Shout out to old OH creators that I miss seeing them and I hope they'll write again someday but they probably won't. 😢

@a-crepusculo @gryffindordaughterofathena @genevievemd @bex-la-get @lsvdw-blog @lucy-268 @mm2305 @utterlyinevitable @lem-20 @terrm9 @perriewinklenerdie @heauxplesslydevoted @writinghereandthere @choiceskatie @usuallyamazinglyaverage

and thanks to the ones keeping it alive because I don't want it to end.

@storyofmychoices @potionsprefect @jerzwriter @cariantha @jamespotterthefirst @liaromancewriter @peonierose @alj4890 @alwaysmychoices @takeharryandgo @trappedinfanfiction

@a-crepusculo, @gryffindordaughterofathena, @genevievemd, @bex-la-get, @lsvdw-blog, @lucy-268, @mm2305, @utterlyinevitable, @lem-20, @terrm9, @perriewinklenerdie, @heauxplesslydevoted, @writinghereandthere, @choiceskatie, @usuallyamazinglyaverage,

@storyofmychoices, @potionsprefect ,@jerzwriter ,@cariantha, @jamespotterthefirst, @liaromancewriter, @peonierose, @alj4890 ,@alwaysmychoices ,@takeharryandgo, @trappedinfanfiction

[storyofmychoices]

Hi babe! As a huge thank you for all that you do for this fandom, most especially the book club, I wanted to give you this:

Your Olivia in her doctor coat 🩷🩷🩷

🥹🥹🥹🥹😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 LOOK AT HER 👀 👀 👀 👀 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

SHE IS SO PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so so obsessed with this! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Your talent 👏👏👏👏

Don't mind the tears of joy all over this post!!! She is so beautiful and amazing!!! I can't stop staring!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!

[jerzwriter]

He's always deflecting! lol So great to have you back- well, have you back here, amiga! lol And GOD I didn't know how much I needed an Ethan x Lilac fix! This may be the only good thing to happen in 2025. lol

Dress (Ethan x F!MC)

Book: Open Heart

Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey and MC (Lilac Allende)

Word Count: 1.5K

Rating/Warning: T/ Some Language

Summary: Loosely based on the events in Book 1, Chapter 9. After dinner with her roommates, she runs into Dr. Ramsey at the bar.

Note: Because Ethan never saw my MC in that hot dress. Inspired by Dress by Taylor Swift. Longer note at the end (meep).

The dimly lit bar thrummed with excitement, the energy as palpable as the plethora of glasses leaving the bar. All around, overworked medical staff in various degrees of inebriation laughed and talked over the loud music, making the most of the rare moments of freedom at their disposal. It was undoubtedly karaoke night—and if the neon sign flashing from above the small stage didn’t clue him in, the awful singing, the ruckus laughter, and the smell of fried bar food definitely would. Still, the tension pinching Ethan’s muscles knew only one remedy.  

“Well, I’ll be damned,” Reggie exclaimed with exaggeration at the sight of Ethan. “Hell must’ve frozen over if you’re here for karaoke night. What song should I queue up for you?”

“Very funny,” Ethan replied dryly, taking his usual seat at the bar. “No song, but I will take the usual.”

The bartender laughed his characteristic guffaw, one that he reserved for whenever he taunted Ethan. “Must’ve been one hell of a day if you need a drink badly enough to put up with all this.”

He nodded toward the stage where a group of interns belted the notes of some 90s song Ethan couldn’t place. They huddled around one microphone, swaying under the effects of half-priced pitchers of the night. One of the interns broke off in laughter, signaling at someone in the crowd to join them. 

“Hell of a week,” Ethan began to reply, but his attention lingered on the group. 

The more he watched them, the more recognition dawned on him. The one grinning broadly at the center, shorter than the rest, was Sienna Trinh. Beside her, Elijah Greene rapped the verse of the song expertly. On his right was a tall, lanky intern Ethan could not name if his life depended on it. 

If they were here, then so must—

“Lilac!” Trinh hissed into the mic, beckoning wildly from stage. “Get up here, now!” 

Jeers erupted as the crowd parted, revealing a laughing Lilac Allende. She shook her head enigmatically, but Trinh refused to give up. At long last, a pair of strong arms engulfed Lilac and easily picked her up. That arrogant surgeon that strutted through the halls of the hospital carried her on stage. 

Ethan looked away, annoyed. Lucky for him, Reggie had long since placed the glass of amber liquid in front of him. He took a swig, refusing to give in to the urge of glancing her way. 

It was no use, though. 

The last few months had proven that Lilac Allende was impossible to ignore. She had confidently taken reign of his senses from the moment her green eyes met his. Defeated, he glanced at the stage. The stage lights had brightened, matching the rhythmic Spanish song blaring from the speakers. One glance at the screens surrounding the small room told him it was a song by Selena Quintanilla.

“Anything for Selenas!” Lahela screeched through cupped hands. 

Lilac, meanwhile, made no use of the screens with the flashing lyrics. She sang the words confidently into the microphone, swaying and dancing, letting the music take over. Each sway of her hips commanded the space around her, all but hypnotizing anyone who watched. She was aware of how badly her voice sounded as she tried to hit the high notes, but the peal of laughter that rang out made Ethan’s chest feel weightless. 

At last, during a pause in the song, she shrugged off her long coat to the wild cheers of the crowd. 

“Get it, bitch!” Sienna cheered as she caught Lilac’s discarded coat. 

There was nothing particularly special about the dress Lilac wore. It was a shade of dark green Ethan could not specifically name if pressed. It could have even been modest or plain on anyone else, with long sleeves and a skirt that reached the floor. But on Lilac Allende the dress was nothing short of sinful. It caught the light as she danced and swayed to the music, captivating many in the room. The fabric hugged every curve and dip, flowing in a tantalizing rhythm as she danced. 

Ethan watched, clinging to his glass with unnecessary force. 

For one wild moment, he allowed himself to fantasize what it would be like to run his fingers along the leg slit. His lips would find her exposed shoulder, moving up her neck, and whispering in her ear, “Let’s get out of here.”

The song ended with a roar of applause. 

As though sensing his gaze on her, her green eyes found his from across the room, paralyzing him. 

Piercing blue eyes pinned her in place, making her body hum more than cheap alcohol ever could. Ethan Ramsey was watching her from his usual place at the bar, his expression unreadable but intense. Every instinct told her to stay away from him, her senses recognizing what grew heavy between them with each passing day.

Before she could think better of it, Lilac hopped off the stage and made her way to the bar, giving her friends some pretense about needing a drink badly. As she approached, Ethan’s posture stiffened, his attention on his glass of scotch. Though he stared at the amber liquid intently, it was nothing compared to the way he had watched her from across the room. 

“Didn’t expect to see you here, Doctor Ramsey,” she said by way of greeting. “It’s karaoke night.”

He looked up at last, though his posture still appeared tense. Lilac noticed his fingers flexed around his glass. 

“I’m aware,” he responded. “It looked like you were having fun.”

Lilac gave him a little shrug, sliding onto the barstool next to him. “Just blowing off some steam after a difficult day.”

Ethan’s shoulders stiffened slightly. She knew he was thinking about their earlier conversation regarding Mr. Platt. He opened his mouth, impassioned, as though ready to go toe-to-toe with her like before. Then, he seemed to think better of it. 

“Did you figure it out yet?” he asked instead. 

“Why you assigned him to me? No.”

“His diagnosis, Rookie.”

“Also no. That’s eluding me as much as your reasoning behind this.” 

She knew he was pushing him a little too hard. He could very well angrily shut down like he had done earlier, leaving her even more irritated and confused. Instead, he set his glass down on the bar top, sighing heavily. 

“I thought you could handle it.”

The inadequacy of this response made Lilac’s annoyance flare up.

“I must’ve miscalculated,” he added. 

“I can handle anything you give me,” she returned scathingly. 

“Surely not if this simple assignment is throwing you off.” “It’s not the assignment or the patient. It’s the reason why you did it.”

“The reason is simple. I'm your mentor. It's my job to push you.”

The busy bar around them continued to buzz with excitement. No one around them paid them any mind, and if they did, the look on Ethan's face alone was enough to make anyone glance anywhere else. Lilac, however, was not afraid of the icy glare fixed on her. Instead, she straightened her spine, her body imperceptibly closer to his. 

“I don't believe you,” she informed him. 

He pinched the bridge of his nose. “You're not letting this go, are you?” 

“You already know the answer to that, Dr. Ramsey.”

Lilac watched him take a long swig of his drink. Truth be told, she was shocked he was still sitting there, humoring her. Any other time, he would have stormed off. 

Tonight was different. 

“If you're so sure there's some grand explanation, then enlighten me, Rookie.”

Lately, everything was different with him, as though the Earth shifted on its axis without their knowledge, leaving them swaying for balance. 

“I think…” she said, her voice quiet. She trailed off, entranced by his blue eyes on hers. Without her knowledge, she had leaned closer to him, their arms and thighs so close that she could feel the warmth of his body. For a breath, she allowed herself to imagine what that warmth would feel like pressed against her body, roaming every inch of her… The warmth of his hands on her skin, as he tugged her dress, pulled it, ripped it...

“I think…” she tried again, willing herself out of her haze. 

“Yes?” 

“You're deflecting.”

Ethan reeled back. “Deflecting? Deflecting what exactly?” 

How did she explain that she burned for him and a part of her believed he longed for her too? She couldn't bring herself to explain her deluded reasoning: that he wanted her just as badly as she wanted him. That there was something tangible between them that neither of them could ignore. That the reason Ethan assigned her an impossible patient was to prove that he didn't feel the same as Lilac— that she was just another intern. Saying the words out loud felt like giving up too much of herself. 

“There you are, Lilac!” Trinh exclaimed as she appeared by her side. “We need you. Landry and Elijah want to sing ‘Non-Stop’ but I have to sing ‘My Shot’. I have to or I will cry.”

Sienna's eyes fell on Ethan and she froze. “Sorry—Am I interrupting?” 

“Not at all,” Lilac assured her, hopping off the barstool. “Dr. Ramsey and I were done talking.” 

Ethan, on the other hand, looked as though he wanted to reach out to stop her. Lilac's body thrilled at the thought. 

“Enjoy your night, Dr. Ramsey.” 

“You, too, Dr. Allende.” 

Note: Hi. Hello. It's me. I'm the absolute problem, it's me.

There's so much to say. I always forget everything I want to say when I type these.

First, if anyone is still out there, and read this-- Thank you!

Second, to everyone reading and liking my old work while I was away, also thank you! You made my day when I would log on and see!

Third, I am working on a huge Open Heart project. As I re-read ch. 9 inspiration struck. Writing after all this time felt like rusty gears slowly starting to turn. It felt good, though. I hope I can do more of it!

I will definitely post old fics I wrote once upon a time but never posted.

Love you all. Missed you!

-Bree

[all-things-jily]

Time to make PART 2 of "AO3 is down starter pack", or "iconic Jily fics you can only find on FF.net, to help you through these trying times"! (You can find PART 1 here)

That Elusive Aha Moment by Wilhelmina Willoughby

The Aha Moment: a point in time when something finally clicks. Everyone realizes that there's something more between James and Lily, though it takes some people longer than others. James has always been a slow learner.

All Right, Evans? by CokeBottleK

The thing about being Lily Evans and James Potter was that you couldn't do anything without everybody else saying something about it.

Crossroads by Emmyjean

In her seventh and final year at Hogwarts, Lily Evans finds herself facing a tragedy that leaves her life in pieces. She ultimately finds great strength both within herself and those she never would have expected.

October Thirty-First by jamespotterthefirst

Even before they were a couple, they always seemed to spend Halloween together. Series of oneshots.

Purely Business by Zayz

"They didn't do it out of love. They were not in love, nor did they want to be. They barely knew each other. None of this was romantic, not even close. What they had together was purely business."

The Rise and Fall of the Stag and the Doe by SiriusUntiltheVeryEnd

Moments. They make or break relationships. Lily didn't just happen to fall in love with James. It wasn't an accident, but a long drawn out process that grew out of the relationships of the people around them. And when it came down to it, even Lily and James couldn't fight fate.

Before The Fawn - First Draft by CalisaTenn

Before Harry, before Godric's Hollow, before the Dark Lord was defied three times... Lily Evans and James Potter discovered that neither of them were what the other had expected, and embarked on a relationship that would change the world as they knew it.

[jerzwriter]

Writing Prompt - AITA?

OK, I miss writing. A lot. So I'm definitely going to do some sort of writing challenge to get myself out of this slump. But I had one idea that I wish I had thought of when the fandom was still active because it could be a lot of fun.

If you're familiar with AITA (Am I the Asshole?) posts on Reddit... I'd love to see creators write a post as their MCs, LIs, or any characters (anonymously of course - "burner because my wife/partner/friends/etc. know my account" lol 😉) to ask for opinions on whether they are...in fact...the asshole.

You could also write comments (are they the assholes? What are the responder's takes? And those of us (all 4 lol) who remain in the fandom can decide YTA or NTA as well.

I'm going to tag some people who are still around - or quasi-around. If you think this would be fun, I'd love to see what you come up with. But you don't have to be tagged to participate. And if you write one for the PB Choices fandom, please tag me so I can check out what you create.

And it can be ANY story. Sure, they didn't have Reddit in WTD or D&D times - and BOLAS prob has no idea what that is - but who cares - we make the rules! 😊 I'm going to try to do this for all my MCs and/or LIs, just for fun! 😊

@coffeeheartaddict2 @liaromancewriter @dr-colossal-pita @potionsprefect @peonierose

@storyofmychoices @genevievemd @lilyoffandoms @missameliep @jamespotterthefirst

@alj4890 @tessa-liam @princess-geek @rosesnink @cariantha

@tveitertotwrites @aria-ashryver @lorirwritesfanfic @aallotarenunelma @angelasscribbles

@loreofyore @dutifullynuttywitch @petalouda85 @cadybear420 @ladylamrian

@eadanga @rafasgirl23415 @choices-ceri

[cariantha]

Badge of Honor

Book: Open Heart (Post-Series) Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey x F!MC (Dr. Sawyer Brooks) Rating: General Category: Fluff, Text Fic📱 Prompt: Sawyer is excited to take her husband's last name after eloping. Inspired by an ask from @jerzwriter.

A couple of days later...

The next weekend...

Later that night...

Two weeks later...

Tag List: @choicesficwriterscreations @openheartfanfics @peonierose  @potionsprefect @trappedinfanfiction 

@jerzwriter @queencarb @coffeeheartaddict2 @quixoticdreamer16 @jamespotterthefirst 

@liaromancewriter @tveitertotwrites @tessa-liam @youlookappropriate @kyra75

@socalwriterbee @txemrn @midnightmelodiz @snoopdogcone

[foreverjosie]

Hey everyone! It’s Frankie @josiesopenheart if anyone even remembers me lmao

I know this has been a long time coming but I am back.

I have unfortunately lost my old account, I cannot for the life of me find any of my passwords to anything so that’s fun. So I will be continuing on this account.

If I’m being completely honest I was going through a lot in my personal life, and so my interest in Open Heart & writing overall did fizzle out. I never went to go MIA with no explanation and I am sorry. But I am back!!

I am no longer writing but I will be reading everyone’s amazing fics! I have so much to catch up on lmao

Also tagging all my old mutuals to try hopefully reconnect with yall. I do apologise if I have missed anyone but it has been so long I hope you understand lol

@quixoticdreamer16 @crazy-loca-blog @clanlahela @peonierose @potionsprefect @jerzwriter @jamespotterthefirst @lawyerlies @zahrachoices @barbean @custaroonie @a-crepusculo @anonymousrookie @rosebudde @wanderingamongthewildflowers @rookiemartin @youlookappropriate @mysticalgalaxysstuff

@liaromancewriter @queencarb @panda9584 @natureblooms24

@headoverheelsforramsey

@blossomanarchy @sophxwithers @openheartfan @queen-arabella-of-cordonia @starryeyedrookie @lacroixrookie @checkurwindow @binny1985 @mia143 @genevievemd @shanzay44

[choicesficwriterscreations]

Open Heart F/AtoW: March 23 - 29, 2025

✒️= Fanfic | 📱= Text Fics/Edits | 🎨 = Fanart Ⓜ️ = Mature Content 18+ | 🔥 = Explicit/NSFW 18+ 🏳️‍🌈 = LGBTQIA+

BRYCE LAHELA

The Wedding Day ✒️ | Bryce Lahela x F!MC - @eadanga

ETHAN RAMSEY

The Dilemma ✒️ | Ethan Ramsey & Tobias Carrick - @loreofyore

Ode to a Nightingale ✒️ | Ethan Ramsey x F!MC - @jamespotterthefirst

Under The Stars ✒️ | Ethan Ramsey x F!OC, Ethan Ramsey & Tobias Carrick - @jerzwriter

Worth the Gamble? ✒️🔥 | Ethan Ramsey x F!MC, Declan Nash x F!MC - @coffeeheartaddict2

RAFAEL AVEIRO

Love In Every Heartbeat - Continued (Series) ✒️ | Rafael Aveiro x F!MC - @rafasgirl23415 Chapter 52: Fears Unveiled : Confronting The Unknown Chapter 53: Facing The Storm – Pippa Takes On Her Challenges Chapter 54: Beyond Edenbrooke – A Search For Hope Chapter 55: A Fragile Future – Embracing Hope Whilst Facing Adversity Chapter 56: The Fragile Promise – Binding Ties Between Two Cities Chapter 57: New Beginnings And Healing Hearts

SIENNA TRINH

Tiny Little Moves ✒️ | Sienna Trinh x M!OC - @liaromancewriter

TOBIAS CARRICK

The Dilemma ✒️ | Tobias Carrick x F!MC, Ethan Ramsey - @loreofyore

In the Orbit ✒️ | Tobias Carrick, Ethan Ramsey, F!OC - @jerzwriter

Main F/AtoW List: March 23 - 29, 2025

[peonierose]

So it’s that time again. I’m doing a cleanup of my tag lists. To even say that I have more than one tag list is insane 😅 But I’m very grateful for that, I really am.

But before I do that I just wanted to take a quick moment and say thank you to everyone who’s ever given one of my stories a chance. For taking the time to leave a like, a reblog or a comment. It means the absolute world to me and I appreciate it 🩷🌸

So I will tag everyone I have on my current tag lists. So let me know if you want to be added, removed or even moved to a different tag list. There are absolutely no hard feelings 🥰 Tastes change and people have less time to read and reblog stuff (myself included).

Please reply by March 17th the latest. If you feel uncomfortable reblogging this post you can reach out through dms. That’s absolutely okay too 🥰

Lots of love

-PR

My current tag lists are down below and if you don’t see yourself on any of my lists but would like to be added don’t hesitate to reach out to me 🌸🥰

Perma tags:

@annieruok94 @potionsprefect

@socalwriterbee @cariantha

@secretaryunpaid @inlocusmads

@aallotarenunelma @jerzwriter

@karahalloway @a-cloud-for-dreams

@mysticalgalaxysstuff

@starrystarrytrouble

@quixoticdreamer16 @princess-geek

@genevievemd @issabees

@stars-are-within-me

@jamespotterthefirst

@the-mrsreigns @thosehallowedhalls

@openheartforeverinmyheart

@amortentiaopenheart @alj4890

@surrrenderronniebabe1 @annfg8

@eleanorbloom

@zealouscanonindeer

@kristinamae093

Open Heart only:

@liaromancewriter @lilyoffandoms

@mvalentine @a-crepusculo

@zahrachoices @the-pale-goddess

@takemyopenheart

@trappedinfanfiction

TNA:

@sfb123

-The Nightbound tag won’t be active for the foreseeable future since my Nightbound stories are taking a hiatus.-

Crimes of Passion

Immortal Desires

Currently I don’t have a tag list for neither CoP nor ID but I’d like to add them in the future (I don’t know how much I will write for these two books but in case you’re interested I can put you on that list and if I post something I’ll tag you in it).

Again thank you so much for every little dahs of love you showed to me, my stories and my characters 🩷

[coffeeheartaddict2]

Forbidden Fruits

Book: Open Heart

Characters: Ethan Ramsey, F!MC Casey Valentine

Word count: 549

Category: smut

Rating: Mature

Warnings: alcohol consumption, sexual content (masturbation)

Summary: It is the end of the first day for the new batch of interns and one in particular catches the eye of Ethan.

Disclaimer: Characters belong to Pixelberry.

Authors note: Welcome to smuttember. Thank you @rafasgirl23415-2 for the prompt. Prompt appears in bold

🥃🥃🥃🥃🥃🥃🥃🥃🥃

It had been an interesting day as much as it was infuriating. A new intern class always made him feel this way but there was one intern that had piqued his interest…somehow.

He met her that morning, in an emergent situation and chewed her out. He knew he was being harsh but the sensation in his arm when he helped her with the incision had thrown him. “It was just a stressful situation” he had told himself but he had been in more stressful situations and had no such reaction. She did later redeem herself by figuring out what was wrong with her first patient.

He went to Donahue’s, in need of a drink. As soon as he entered he knew he should have gone home. The bar was full with all the new interns blowing off some steam after a long shift. He knew that the quiet drink he craved was not going to happen but his regular spot was free and Reggie was getting his normal drink when he saw him. He took a sip and did what he did best and observe. Then he spotted her. Dr Valentine. She had been in scrubs all day and he did find her attractive but he was not prepared for how she looked in that sinful outfit.

“She is an intern!” He mentally told himself. “Forbidden, by your own principles” the inner monologue continued.

While he was putting the thoughts of impropriety out of his mind, she came out.

They shared a scotch with each other, he was duly impressed that she knew why he liked scotch neat. She then asked if there was someone waiting for him at home. The internal monologue was playing so he was able to state that there was no one waiting for him, despite other parts of him wishing that he was taking her home.

After enjoying a second drink, Reggie’s special, he took his leave and went back to his empty apartment. Even though the weather was mild his apartment felt cold. He craved the company of Dr Valentine. His thoughts went to the outfit she wore. How it showed off her curves, accentuated her breasts. The thoughts of impropriety again forced their way forward. He decided it was a losing battle.

He went into his shower. He was already painfully hard. He started stroking himself, imagining that Dr Valentine was in the shower with him, her naked body quivering at his touch, he imagined her going down on him, taking him fully in her mouth.l, swirling her tongue along his length as he entered her mouth again and again. He then imagined taking her from behind, the water cascading over both of them, her moans as he entered her and thrust deep. He could feel himself get close and he pumped harder, wishing it was Dr Valentine he was pounding into. At last he succumbed to his release. It felt empty, given how vivid the fantasy was. He told him self again that she was forbidden as he got ready to go into a restful sleep.

He awoke the next morning, a small amount of guilt at the night before. He put it out of his mind. “She is an intern” he told himself as he got ready for work.

——-

Authors note: Short but not too sweet. In my world the guilt at masturbaitng to the thoughts get worse and worse as book one goes on. He did not know her that well professionally or personally at this point so the guilt was easier to be assaunged. Thanks for the ask again.

Tagging: @cariantha @rafasgirl23415-2 @jerzwriter @jamespotterthefirst @genevievemd @liaromancewriter @potionsprefect @bex-la-get @crazy-loca-blog @a-crepusculo @youlookappropriate @snoopdogcone @trappedinfanfiction @alj4890 @schnitzelbutterfingers @binny1985 @tessa-liam @openheartfanfics @choicesficwriterscreations

[choicesfandomappreciation]

Hii 🥰

I just wanted to give a shoutout to all the wonderful people I’ve met and hopefully to all the people I will meet 🥰

Thank you all for your kindness, positivity and laughs you always spread not just with your writing but with being yourselves 🩷 Thank you for not only making this fandom great but a better place for all of us 🥰🩷

@liaromancewriter @the-pale-goddess @lahellacute

@brycelahelalover @tessa-liam

@dutifullynuttywitch @princess-geek

@kingliam2019 @cariantha

@potionsprefect @storyofmychoices

@jamespotterthefirst

@karahalloway @secretaryunpaid

@aallotarenunelma @lilyoffandoms

@surrrenderronniebabe1 @jerzwriter

@alj4890 @quixoticdreamer16

@amortentiaopenheart

@kristinamae093 @inlocusmads

@thosehallowedhalls @ladylamrian

@rafasgirl23415 @angelasscribbles

@mysticalgalaxysstuff @missameliep

@moonlightgem7 @noesapphic

@moominofthevalley @aria-ashryver

@weetlebeetle @cammarada

@crazy-loca-blog @stars-are-within-me

@ovethinker1thebackup

@liviusofpella @queencarb

@trappedinfanfiction @roseythorne

@rosepetals1 @cadybear420

💛

[storyofmychoices]

Writing is such a beautiful and special thing. I've loved writing for as long as I can remember. It was something that has always brought me joy so I love to see so many people sharing their writing in the fandom.

I know our fandom is small and unfortunately it's shrinking constantly. And within our little fandom, we have so many different "groups". And that makes sense. Yes we are all brought together by Pixelberry Games/Books, but they have such diverse books, characters, and games that it makes sense that we follow what is of interest to us. But that can make a small fandom seem even smaller. It can make writer's feel like their writing doesn't matter, but it does!

Your writing is so special because it's something you created. You brought a piece of yourself to your beautiful worlds. You took a chance to share your story(ies) with us. That is not something to be overlooked. I know it can feel like no one cares, but someone does. You matter and so do your stories!

So for this Writer's Love/Appreciation Day, I wanted to shout out as many writers as I could. I went through several different event masterlists from throughout the year as well as CFWC to compile a list of 95 creators who wrote one or more fics this year. I know this list isn't exhaustive but I hope that this shoutout can bring a smile to at least these individuals.

Please know your amazing and your stories matter! Keep writing! Keep sharing your passions! You are amazing!

@a-cloud-for-dreams

@aallotarenunelma

@abelflints

@aces-and-angels

@adam-writes-stuff

@aesthetic-aag

@alj4890

@alwaysmychoices

@angelasscribbles

@ao719

@aria-ashryver

@bebepac

@belencha77

@bri1234

@cadybear420

@camillemontespan

@cariantha

@choices-ceri

@choicesmc

@choiceswithmika

@coffeeheartaddict2

@dalishessence

@dcbbw

@dreamscapingsblog

@dutifullynuttywitch

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[jerzwriter]

LOVE THIS! I mean - Raccoon Island! Do you know, I have been to Miami like 2,420 times (though not for the past 15 years), and I DID NOT KNOW about Raccoon Island. I need to get back there and visit it - though I'll probably never leave lol

I love Miami - and I love Ethan and Lilac - and taking a stroll through it together was perfect!

Call it What You Want (Ethan x f!MC)

Book: Open Heart

Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey and MC (Lilac Allende)

Word Count: 2.2K

Rating/Warning: T/ Some Language

Summary: After their kiss, they both agree to take a break enjoying the city of Miami. Set after the events of 1.10.

Note: Two things about me: I will always write about Miami and I am manifesting Reputation (TV)

A faint pink glow seeped through the drawn curtains that morning, indicating it was right before sunrise. Lilac rolled over on the mattress, groaning. Her head felt like lead as she struggled to find comfort on the fluffy hotel pillow. Her stiff muscles protested as she moved, a side effect of a long and restless night. She had lost track of the time when the rolling waves outside had finally lulled her to sleep. It couldn’t have been more than three hours ago.

Now, she lay awake in the rosy-hued and desolate hotel room. Try as she might, she couldn’t stop her gaze from wandering to the closed door. Every nerve in her body was too aware of the fact that just on the other side, Ethan lay on the living room’s couch, most likely awake too. 

Was he replaying their kiss from the previous night like she had been doing all night? Did his thoughts stray to the way their bodies fit so perfectly or to how their hearts shared the same frenetic beat? 

With a resigned sigh, Lilac decided to start her day. There was no use lying in that cold bed, thinking of the sting of Ethan’s rejection. Temples pulsing, she hastily got dressed and quietly padded to the common area. The couch where he had slept was empty, his blanket already neatly folded. Something akin to relief flooded her at the prospect of avoiding him altogether. 

The universe, however, had other plans. A few steps further and Lilac saw his tall frame by the kitchen counter. He was in the middle of pouring himself a cup of coffee when he froze, sensing her.

He turned to face her and their eyes met, paralyzing them both.

The silence stretched for so long that Lilac thought he would opt for not speaking to her. 

“Morning,” he said at last. 

His tone was imperceptible, but Lilac could see the remnants of tension in his expression. The bags under his eyes told her he didn’t sleep well either.

“Morning,” she replied, careful to keep her voice neutral. 

There was more loaded silence, neither of them sure how to be around each other. A strange instinct in her gut screamed at her to say something… or run away— either option would be preferable to this awful limbo they were stuck in. At long last, Ethan set his cup down and cleared his throat.

“Our flight isn’t until tomorrow morning. I was thinking of heading downstairs and attending a few seminars.”

Lilac paused, unsure how to reply. The professional thing to do was letting him go his own way. Hell, she would probably benefit from burying herself in work. But the thought of sitting in long presentations or wandering the show floor made her muscles heavy with dread. There was something stubborn and unresolved between them and she knew she would know no peace until she addressed it head on.

“Actually,” she said before she lost her resolve. “I was thinking of taking a break from the conference…”

Ethan said nothing, waiting for her to continue. Lilac, meanwhile, gestured toward the floor-to-ceiling window framing the stunning Miami skyline. As the sun rose, it cast the sky into a mosaic of orange, pink, and blue. In the silence, they could hear the faint sounds of the city slowly coming to life to greet the day.

“I’ve never been to Miami before and today’s weather is supposed to be nice. Enjoying the city sounds a lot more enticing than being indoors all day.”

Ethan nodded once but said nothing more.

Swallowing, Lilac mustered the last dregs of her bravery. “Want to come with?”

He paused at that.

“Do you think that’s a good idea given…”

More of that unbearable silence ensued after he trailed off.

“Given what happened last night?” she finished for him. 

Ethan’s face flushed with color and she would have found it adorable in any other situation. He remained stoic and silent nonetheless. 

Lilac sighed. “Look, you don’t have to join me if you don’t want to,” she began. “But if we’re going to forget what happened last night, avoiding each other is not going to help.”

“Forget?” he asked quietly. 

Their eyes met. His gaze pinned her in place, something intense swirling in their depths. Lilac looked away, unable to handle it.

“Move past it,” she amended. Then she rushed through—“We will still have to see each other everyday and for that to work, we need to learn how to be around one another again.”

Ethan nodded, considering her words.

“A reset,” he said.

Lilac shrugged. “If you want to call it that. I see it more as a break.”

He seemed on the verge of being convinced.

“When was the last time you took one of those?” 

“I admit it’s been a while.”

“Then let’s change that.”

They strolled the streets of the city, admiring the vibrant colors of Miami. Everywhere Lilac looked, the air bloomed with color— the iconic art deco buildings they passed, the array of fruits in vendor stalls at the outdoor market, the vibrant art murals of Wynwood Walls. The city came alive in blooms of pinks, yellows, and blue. The bustling streets moved to the sounds of traffic, mixed with the rhythmic music drifting from the outdoor cafes they passed— salsa, merengue, bachata. It was all too familiar to Lilac yet new at the same time. 

Ethan walked beside her, in complete silence at first. The vibrant promise that the city painted for them, however, eventually melted the tension between them. 

“We have to go to Racoon Island,” Lilac said hours into their tour. 

“No.”

“Come on! It’s an island full of racoons,” she insisted, turning her phone's screen for him to see the pictures.

“I gathered that,” Ethan said, unimpressed. “That is precisely why I want to stay as far away from it as possible.”

“You’re no fun,” she said with mock disappointment. In reality, Lilac didn’t care what they did next. She was just so relieved their dynamic felt almost back to normal. 

They walked for a few more minutes before neither of them could resist the enticing smell of Cuban coffee wafting from the cafes all around. Soon, they found themselves seated in the outdoor patio of Café del Sol, a lively place facing the oceanfront. As they waited for their server, Ethan looked out at the waves, a pensive expression on his face.

“Where did you go?” Lilac asked quietly.

Ethan glanced at her, offering her a soft smile.

“Just... thinking. It’s been a while since I took time to do something like this. I’ve forgotten what it feels like to just... be.”

Lilac nodded, feeling a sense of connection that was almost painful. Their daily lives demanded so much from them that it was easy to completely lose all sense of self in the job. She too had forgotten what it was like to just enjoy the present moment without constant movement. 

“It’s nice,” she agreed. “Just living in the moment.” 

Ethan mulled over her words carefully. She could practically see the gears of his mind working. Almost as if by instinct, she knew he was thinking about last night and the road that had led to their kiss— living in the moment, forgetting about rules or duty.

“I’m enjoying it,” he finally allowed. “But things are still complicated. You and I—”

There it was. 

“Please,” she said in an almost whisper. “I understand we need to be careful. And there’s a lot we need to figure out. But maybe … we don’t have to have all the answers yet.” She sighed. “Maybe just for today, we can just… exist.”

For the first time since last night, Ethan visibly relaxed. “I can do that.”

A woman in her mid-50s approached them with a warm smile. She had short, dark hair, a patterned apron tied neatly around her waist, and eyes that crinkled at the corners with the warmth of hospitality.

“Good morning,” she greeted in accented English, holding a small notepad in one hand. “What can I get for you two today? Café con leche, perhaps? Best in town.”

Lilac smiled politely. “Buenos días,” she replied, switching seamlessly into Spanish. “Sí, un café con leche suena perfecto. ¿Y también un cortadito para él?”

The woman’s eyes brightened immediately, a wide smile spreading across her face. “¡Ah! ¡Hablas español!” she exclaimed, clearly delighted. Her words flowed faster now, full of warmth and energy. “Qué bien, mi niña. Entonces, dos cafés, uno con leche y un cortadito para el caballero. ¿Algo más?”

Realizing just how hungry she was, Lilac ordered more food than the two could finish—tostones, ropa vieja, empanadas, croquetas, maduros. 

Ethan leaned back in his chair, watching the interaction with amusement.  When the woman left to put their order in, he said, “I didn’t know your Spanish was that good.”

Lilac gave him a teasing glance. “Really? I’ve helped patients in Spanish right in front of you.”

He tilted his head, his eyes narrowing slightly, as if searching his memory. “Yes, but… this is different,” he said, his voice softening. “You look happy. Relaxed. You look good.”

Lilac paused, the compliment catching her off guard. The weight of the last few days seemed to momentarily lift as she felt the warmth in his gaze. Despite her plea to just enjoy the moment, her foolish heart could not be dissuaded. Not when Ethan had a tendency to see her—truly see her.

An hour later, Ethan sat back in his chair, watching as Lilac playfully mocked his Spanish for the third time since their food arrived. He allowed himself a smile, the teasing, light banter a welcome change from the tension that had hovered between them. She was right, of course. Her Spanish was flawless, flowing effortlessly as she ordered from the café earlier, while his was more… functional. He could get by in medical settings, communicate well enough, but nowhere near her level of ease.

“I swear, it doesn’t get easier than café con leche,” Lilac teased, shaking her head, but there was nothing but warmth in her voice.

He chuckled. “You make it look easy, Rookie.”

Her laughter filled the space between them, and for a moment, it felt like everything had settled back to normal. They were just two colleagues, sharing a meal, enjoying a break from the usual demands of their field. But as he watched her smile and the way her green eyes sparkled when she was at ease, the weight of everything that had happened between them pressed down on his chest.

Last night. 

God, last night.

He had wanted her for longer than Ethan was willing to admit even to himself. Somewhere along the line, the beautiful, intelligent, and intriguing Lilac Allende had woven herself into the fabric of his every thought. To this day, Ethan still couldn’t pinpoint the moment everything changed. For so long, he had kept himself in check, keeping his distance, hiding behind his professionalism. And yet, all those efforts crumbled the moment they kissed. 

They finished their meal, the laughter and teasing slowly giving way to a comfortable silence. 

Eventually, they wandered toward the beach, too full and drowsy from their meal to make much conversation. Ethan found he enjoyed the easy silence as they walked barefoot down the soft sand, shoes in hand. The peace of the moment served as a balm, soothing the restless thoughts that had been gnawing at him all night. 

“Thanks for convincing me to go out,” Ethan finally said, breaking the silence. “We needed this… the break. Just… being.”

Lilac smiled, recognizing her words from earlier. “Yeah. I think we both did.”

For a while longer, they walked side by side, neither in a rush to leave the moment behind. But eventually, the weight of their restless night and the early morning flight that awaited them began to settle in. They turned back toward the hotel, the reality of their return looming closer with each step.

When they reached their hotel room door, Ethan paused. His hand hovered over the handle, his body still, as if frozen in place. He didn’t know why he stopped—he just knew that something inside him wasn’t ready to cross that threshold yet.

Lilac glanced at him, her brow furrowing slightly. “What’s wrong?”

He didn’t answer right away.

Ethan knew, the second they stepped through that door, this brief, blissful reprieve would be over. Their lives—complicated, professional, and full of boundaries—would unpause, and they’d go back to pretending nothing had happened between them.

Lilac seemed to understand, even without him saying it. 

“It’ll be okay,” she said so quietly that Ethan thought he had imagined the words. “It has to be.”

But as Ethan stood there, watching her green eyes read his face, the realization hit him hard. It was foolish to think they needed a reset, a way to move past that kiss, to put it behind them. No matter how many boundaries and defenses he put up, there was no going back to the way they had been. At least, not for Ethan. 

Stealing a day for themselves only strengthened the roots of Ethan’s admiration for her. Watching her today, seeing her so at ease, hearing her laugh, seeing her face lit up by the sun—it had only made him want her more.

More than he ever should.

And he knew that no matter how much they tried to pretend, no matter how hard he tried to pull away, he was far too gone now.

Note: I don't know what that was! I'm just getting myself back in the habit of writing. Thank you for joining me on this ride!

[openheartfanfics]

Newly Added Fics

Feb 15 - 28, 2025

🎭 Angst  |  🦚 Angsty Fluff  |  🛸 AU  |  ☁ Fluff  |  ♥ NSFW  |  📚 Series  |  📷 Edit  |  📱 TextFic  |  Ⓜ Mature

Bryce x F!MC

A Tasty Revelation - @storyofmychoices 📱

Bryce makes a discovery that will change the way he sees a certain dinner snack!

Ethan x F!MC

Call it What You Want - @jamespotterthefirst ☁️

After their kiss, they both agree to take a break enjoying the city of Miami. Set after the events of 1.10. [1.10]

Dress - @jamespotterthefirst ☁️

Loosely based on the events in Book 1, Chapter 9. After dinner with her roommates, she runs into Dr. Ramsey at the bar. [1.9]

Power Cut - @potionsprefect ☁️

A power cut shakes the hospital.

The Glasses Effect - @liaromancewriter ☁️

Cassie can’t get enough of seeing Ethan with his glasses on. [1.10]

1800s AU Continuation - @jamespotterthefirst 🛸

The surly and reserved Dr. Ethan Ramsey is engaged to the spirited and determined Miss Lilac Allende. However, as they celebrate their love, unresolved ghosts from the past emerge, threatening to unravel their newfound happiness.

Part 1: More Lovely and More Temperate

Rafael x F!MC

Love In Every Heartbeat - Continued - @rafasgirl23415 📚

[extended: wip] A significant time jump where Mia is older but Casey & Raf are struggling to give her a sibling. TW: mention of cancer and chemotherapy, mature themes

CH 25: My Favourite Thing Is Watching You Sleep

CH 26: A Mother’s Arms Are More Comforting Than Anyone Else’s 

CH 27: Balance Is Not Something You Find

CH 28: If Only I’d Known

CH 29: Keep Holdin’ On

CH 30: When You Believe

CH 31: One Day At A Time

CH 32: Hope Lingers 

CH 33: How Long Will I Love You? 

CH 34: Every Day Is A Step Closer To Remission

CH 35: You Can’t Appreciate The Light Without A Bit Of Darkness

CH 36: A Mother’s Love Can Make Miracles Happen

My love for you keeps growing - @rafasgirl23415 📷

When she finally has a moment Casey has a special walk along the beach with Isabelle to have some one on one time with her baby girl.

Tobias x F!MC

And Just Like That - @jerzwriter 🛸💘

Good friends Tobias and Casey have spent many nights out together. It's old hat. But tonight... something else feels different, but are they on the same page?

It Happened One Night - @loreofyore 🛸💘

Adelaide promised her best friend she'd be open to meeting someone. But she never expected it would happen so soon.

Love and Rivalry - @jerzwriter ☁️

Tobias and Casey couldn't be happier now that they've moved in together - but that doesn't mean a little bit of fun rivalry doesn't exist.

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SUBMIT OPEN HEART FICS & WRITERS HERE

[jerzwriter]

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Thanks for tagging me @renninflight!

I, Carrion (Icarian) - Hozier

New Girl - Finneas

Abstract (Psychopomp) - Hozier

My City in Ruins - Bruce Springsteen

DtMF - Bad Bunny

Luther - Kendrick Lamar a/ SZA

Same Old Song - The Lumineers

The Archer - Taylor Swift

One Day More (Les Miserables) - Original Broadway Cast

Dimelo - Marc Anthony

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[cariantha]

Mad about Matching

Book: Open Heart (post-series) Pairing: Dr. Ethan Ramsey x F!MC (Dr. Sawyer Brooks) Rating: Teen Category: Fluff, Halloween Word count: 600+ Prompt: From @jerzwriter, "I love you, I swear I do, but we're not wearing matching costumes."

“Hello…” Ethan groaned into the phone. 

“Daddy-”

"I love you, I swear I do, but we're not wearing matching costumes, Bellezza."

“Pleeeease…”

“Can we compromise? I’ll wear a suit and glasses and be Clark Kent.”

“Dad, no one will know you’re even in a costume. You’ll just look the same as you always do.”

Ethan smiled. He had to give her credit. His daughter, Luca, was a smart cookie. “I know how much you love Superman, but don’t you want to be something different this year? I thought you wanted to be Alice?”

“I did, but…” she trailed off shyly. 

“But what, Luca?” Ethan coaxed gently.

“I just wanted you to dress up with me.”

Ethan could hear the disappointment in his baby girl’s voice. She was his shadow, and knowing she wanted to do everything with him was the best feeling in the world. If he wanted to avoid dressing up for Halloween, he would need Sawyer’s help to convince Luca to change her mind before they got home. Because it would only take a bat of Luca’s eyelashes and a kiss on the cheek to make him cave. “Let me talk to your mom, okay?"

“Okay. Here she is.”

“Hey,” Sawyer greeted. 

“You’re playing dirty, and you’ll pay for that later, Rookie.” 

Sawyer just laughed. “Promise?” 

“Still a colossal pain in the ass,” Ethan grumbled. “Can you please talk her into being Alice instead?

“Oh, oh, I have an idea! One sec…” In the background, he could hear Sawyer telling the kids to follow her. Then, a minute later, “Yes! Okay, they have a top hat. You can be the Mad Hatter. You can wear your tux pants and dress shoes and borrow Tobias’ velvet suit jacket.”

“Okay, I can do that,” Ethan conceded. “But no wig and make-up! I’m not painting my face to look like the guy in the movie.”

There was muffled talk on the other end of the line before his wife responded. “Your daughter agrees to your terms.”

“Good. Thank you, Rookie.”

“Does this mean I won’t be punished later?”

“I suppose you’re off the hook.”

“Bummer,” she said playfully.  

“I guess I could show you my appreciation instead.”

A week later...

Halloween night...

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