#lainie2230

[sitp-recs]

Hi Liv, Can I rec a fic please? It's "Like Gold" by @the-sinking-ship and it's part of the HP Kinktuary 2021 challenge. The summary is that Draco runs away from home on the back of his boyfriends motorbike, but it's actually a super hot, super touching and sweet one shot about Draco and Harry's relationship, Draco's love of compliments and Harry's ability to fulfil that need in a loving (but very filthy) way. @the-sinking-ship nails Draco's POV here (as she always does). Thanks so much!

Omg the fic was literally just posted, you’re too fast @lainie2230 and I’m so jealous 😂 I wish I was as diligent and up to date as you but sadly I haven’t had the time to dig into those Kinkuary goodies yet - hopefully over the weekend! I’m definitely checking this one since Sly is one of my fave authors and her stuff is always on my radar. And I agree, her Draco voice is genius, an absolute delight to read. Thanks so much for taking the time to share this rec and your love for the fic! Come collect some well deserved appreciation @the-sinking-ship ❤️🙌🏼 and for those who want to check it right away, here’s the link. Happy readings!!!

[thusatlas]

From the Fanfic Asks post could I be greedy and ask for 3 questions? 9, 19 & 20? All or just one is fine of course. Thanks!

You can ask for anything you like my darling, and I will endeavour to oblige! 

9. Fake dating or arranged marriage?

I have more preference for fake dating because that always lends itself to the “idiots in love and are pining” and always the “oh look there’s only one bed available” trope, which is always fun. Plus you can season it with a bit of angst should you be so inclined and that just sweetens the deal. 

Now that’s not to say I’m against the arranged marriage trope. I’ve seen quite a few fun little ditties about this. However, to me, it’s not quite so light-hearted. I always perceive it as having a little bit of a Stockholm Syndrome undertone -  regardless of whether or not that is portrayed in the fic. So there’s always a little niggle in the back of my mind, questioning whether or not it’s a romance of convenience and captivity, rather than free will and genuine choice. I think the fake dating trope allows for the element of choice for the characters to remain free agents, should they wish to be. Marriage is just so final.

19. What’s your favorite character headcanon?

This is genuinely hard. 

Theo Nott being an agent of chaos is Tier 1 headcanon. He is my Mercutio. 

Obviously that Draco was totes in love or at least had strong feelings for Hermione for years and was uber conflicted about it -  this is also Tier 1.

There’s also my own that Barty Crouch Jnr never really bought into the whole Voldy regime and was just rebelling from his father. 

Oh and that the page that Draco tore from the book in Flourish and Blotts is the one that ended up in Hermione’s hand when she was petrified.

That Percy Weasley was also under the Imperious Curse come book 4 onwards. 

That the sword of Gryffindor was/is a Horcrux of some kind. 

Even though James and Sirius were the trouble makers, it was actually Remus who was the brain-child of most of their plots merely from necessity. He would see Sirius and James plotting away and he would see that it would lead to really quite bad outcomes. And so he would step in as a means to make their dreams a  “safe” reality. 

Oh and that McGonagall loved them all.

Hermione doesn’t end up in the Department of Magical Creatures. I don’t know where, but anything other than this is Tier 1. 

That Luna is either a changling of some kind, or her mother was a Malidictus of the wolf variety. 

There are others, but I have to stop before I write a novel here. 

20. Do you have a favorite fanfic or author? If so, tag them/post a link and share the love!

OOOOOOOOOOO

Olivie Blake

@olivieblake    

She is a huge influence on my own fic and inspired me to start writing again. And has also made me think seriously about writing my own independent literature. I have learnt so much from this woman - she is truly incredible. How to win friends and influence people is definitely in my top 10 and I recommend it to everyone.

Footloose 

I don’t know if they’re on tumblr, so I can’t tag them. Also not a Harry Potter writer. I fell in love with their work through the Merlin Fandom. Their Loaded March series is unforgettable and I cannot speak highly enough about their writing. Literally, I could name so many of their fics and just wax lyrical about their characterisations. Even if you’re not a Merthur fan or a Merlin fan, it’s definitely worth a read because it’s a masterpiece.

Senlinyu

@senlinyu

Everything she writes is golden. Literally. Everything. I dithered about reading Manacled for ages because I’m not usually into that level of darkness. But it’s a life-changing fic that lives in my mind, rent-free. 

LovesBitca8

@lovesbitca8

I think was the first author I read of Dramione with TRTTD. The rest is history. Such an incredible writer that fully seduces you with the story and makes it so you never want to leave. 

Honourable mention:

Rizzle

I have only very recently found LIATOTZA and I can just tell that this is going to be another fic that changes me and lives within my soul forever more. 

I think that’s the theme with all of these and so many more that I haven’t mentioned like The Gloriana Set by ThebeMoon, these aren’t just fanfic, these are fantastic, beautifully written, world-encompassing stories that will live on in me. They have framed my narrative and the way that I myself approach stories. I am influenced and inspired by so many amazing fics that it genuinely would be impossible to name them all. Instead, I shall link my bookmark list to give you a fraction of the truly fantastic work that I have consumed. 

[nadiapolyakova]

Dramione «the golden 20’s» In love... or in danger? Being together with Darco Malfoy probably means both @dramionefeltson @littlemoth15 @lainie2230 @coyg-81

[the-sinking-ship]

Pass the happy! 🌻 When you receive this, list 5 things that make you happy and send this to the top 10 of the last people in your notifications.

Was tagged in this a few days ago by a couple of sweeties, @sitp-recs and @iero0, and you know, it is the perfect balm for this crummy day! Glad I saved it.

Things that make me happy:

1. Espresso with sweetcream

2. My garden and plant babies

3. My epic handmade/ vintage jewelry collection (I feel naked if I don't weigh down every finger and both wrists in silver)

4. The sound, feel, and smell of rain (in the woods, in the mountains, at the ocean, in the city, idc).

5. This snatched fkn manicure I gave myself the other day

A lot of people have already done this, but just in case you need a reminder to think happy thoughts (even if you don't post! This is just me beaming some positivity your way!), I'll tag @fictional @thesleepiesthufflepuff @pineau-noir @glittering-git @jackvbriefs @davonysus @fw00shy @stavromulabetaaa @cibeewastaken @the-starryknight @bluebutter-art @fantalf @lainie2230 @onbeinganangel

And anyone else who wants! @ me! I wanna hear what makes you happy 😊

[dramioneasks]

I’m trying to find a fic. In it Hermione has been in love with Draco since Hogwarts and when Marriage Law comes into effect, she orchestrates their match. I haven’t read it past the initial chapters but now I can’t find the link. Please help

Anyone?

Edit: Thanks!

lainie2230: It might be Set Fire to the Rain by HarleyQuinn1317 https://archiveofourown.org/works/25233103

[porgletsfordinner]

The Seven Year Itch, Read on AO3 !

Rating - Explicit

SUMMARY : 

Lonely New Yorker Ben Solo is fine the way he is. No family to ask him unwanted questions about his love life, a fairly decent job to pay the bills, and an apartment in Manhattan all to himself. No really, he’s fine. Except it’s Summer in the city and no one’s really fine when it’s burning outside, even more when the temperature gets a sudden rise after his upstairs neighbors call in their sweet British friend Rey to house sit, and Ben’s way of life gets sent spiraling when he finds himself tempted by this beautiful neighbor.In which Ben Solo is an awkward virgin with more issues than fingers to count them and Rey is eager to find out if he’s as bad as her friends told her he was.

The Seven Year Itch au, which comes with a 50’s au and loads of smut.

Thanks to my amazing beta reader lainie2230 for helping me and making this fic a thousand times better than it was, you’re fantastic !

[sitp-recs]

Hi Liv - hope you're having a great day! Would it be ok for me to rec a fic please? It's called Stupid Love by @the-sinking-ship and it's a one shot that's just chock a block full of witty conversations, oblivious haughty Draco and sexily persistent Harry all with a side order of delicious smut ;) I laughed all the way through. Would highly recommend!

Hi darling, I’m sorry for the late reply! I can’t thank you enough for bringing this brilliant fic by @the-sinking-ship to my attention! I read it on my way to work yesterday and had such a great time. The dialogue is fantastic and I’m in love with the characterization! Will definitely make a proper rec later on and include it on my smutty recs this week, so the timing is great. Funnily enough you were the first but not the only one to rec me this exact fic yesterday - I’m starting to think @tackytigerfic is right, I must have a type 😂 thanks again for sharing! And feel free to keep reccing whenever you want :)

[sitp-recs]

Hi Liv - Firstly thanks so much for your amazing blog. You have introduced me to so many fantastic authors and fics and I'm so thankful for all your hard work. Secondly have you ever read the It Started In The Shower series by Chickenlivesinpumpkin and if so what are your thoughts on it?

Hi darling! Thanks so much for your kind words! I’m glad you’ve been enjoying the recs and I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know 💗 about It Started in the Shower, I’ve only read the first 2 installments bc this series is not really my cup of tea. My 2 cents about it: a) really hot BUT b) undertagged.

[nadiapolyakova]

Draco Malfoy My good girl... What's your safeword? You gonna need it tonight, Granger @dramionefeltson​ @littlemoth15 @lainie2230 @coyg-81 @dramioneswaki @eternallyreadinggoodthings @daswhoiam @trinkisme

[nadiapolyakova]

Draco Lucius Malfoy @coyg-81​ @littlemoth15 @lainie2230 @dramionefeltson @dramioneswaki @daswhoiam @trinkisme

[nadiapolyakova]

Draco Malfoy. Prince of Slytherin 

@coyg-81 @littlemoth15 @dramionefeltson @lainie2230 @dramioneswaki @trinkisme @daswhoiam

[nadiapolyakova]

She rapidly shoved his robes off his shoulders and set to work unbuttoning his shirt. Maybe it was wanton of her, but if he called her virginal or prudish again she might bite him. She was eager to banish the illusion. She did not want any sweet, soft, sugary sex. She wanted hot, fiery, she-only-had-one-chance-to-live-out-her-fantasy-of-having-sex-in-a-library sex. The Library of Alexandria @senlinyu @littlemoth15 @dramionefeltson @lainie2230 @coyg-81

[nadiapolyakova]

Draco Lucius Malfoy @coyg-81 @littlemoth15 @lainie2230 @dramionefeltson @eternallyreadinggoodthings

[nadiapolyakova]

Draco Malfoy. All You Want. "You’re mine. You're mine now. Every inch of you. No one else wiill ever touch you. You're mine." @senlinyu   @littlemoth15 @lainie2230

[nadiapolyakova]

Behind closed doors, "Flourish and Blotts". fan fiction can be read here https://archiveofourown.org/works/27435880?view_adult=true @coyg-81 @littlemoth15 @dramionefeltson @littlemoth15 @lainie2230 @daswhoiam @eternallyreadinggoodthings

[nadiapolyakova]

Dramione 💚 Art scene, for Russian fanfiction. @coyg-81 @littlemoth15 @lainie2230