#the dynamic literally goes both ways (hello healthy relationship??) AND all of these fic situations would be so much fucking BETTER if the

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i want to rage about the lack of quality in the meddison tag rn. when will we learn media literacy because i'm real FUCKING tired.

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Fic Rec List (Part 9) :)

Hello! I’ve gotten MANY many requests for Mobster!Bucky, which is one of my favorite AU’s! (I say that about almost every AU, I know, I’m sorry, I cant help it) I just really like AUs obviously. ANYWAYS, on this list are some of my favorite mobster stories in no specific order! Yet again this is long, I hope you lovelies enjoy! If their are any mistakes im sorry!

Run to Me by @sgtjbuccky​

I fell in love with this story immediately. The dynamic Bucky and the reader have is wonderful. She doesn’t take any nonsense, and boy is he just smitten. The way the story represents Bucky is awesome, he is cocky and full of himself, but you see the west side, the insecurities and his heart. Its not one of those fics with a whole lot of angst, its just a genuinely good read. It makes you happy, and the DRABBLES oh god the drabbles that come along with it were so cute. Also, Salina has another spectacular Mobster Bucky story called **Disbarred https://sgtjbuccky.tumblr.com/post/180246739540/disbarred which a very, very good fic as well. Makes me want to get a mobster of my own lol.

Black Serpent Universe by @invisibleanonymousmonsters

LOVE love this series. This is the first mobster AU I think I ever read, and it is literally flawless. The universe is basically on every long oneshot and accompanying drabbles/HCs. The one shot is everything I could’ve asked for in a fic, its long, well thought out, detailed, exciting, heartbreaking, fluffy, and so so realistic. I know what you’re thinking, a mobster story realistic? Okay, so maybe not the mob aspect, but the real reactions and the slow burn, its true to life, they don’t just jump into things, they live through the build up. The emotions are practical and real and I feel like they were people and not characters. Its just, really freaking good.

Petals & Bullets by @revengingbarnes

This one is really unique, and it talks about sex slave so you know that's a trigger warning. anyways it's just really well done. And like I said I've never really read anything like it and I think that's what makes it great. And when you go into reading it you really think that it's going to be dark and hard to read because it's such heavy material, but the way it's written is really good because it gives that white and makes it worth it to read. It really makes you feel a lot of emotions that I couldn't honestly pinpoint because I was angry at the situation but I loved the characters, so all in all it was just a genuinely good read, and it was really really well done. Not many people could take that subject and turn it into a really good story like that.

Stay, Gold by @the-canary

You want some angst with a side of pain? Well heres the fic for you. This one HURT. There is not a happy ending, not even close. But with all of that being said, it was beautiful. As you read, you realize whats happening and you just hurt for them, they deserve better and you want them to have better, but thats not their fate. They are a pair of lovers unfortunately a part of a tragic story, but oh sort they make the most of what time that had. I cried, a lot, but I also loved the characters. They loved each other, so much, and you could feel it in your bones. Fantastic story. 

Tangier & Redux by @softlybarnes

Theres something about this one that I love, something so unique about the reader. She’s… mysterious, ethereal, and kinda sinister but most importantly damn powerful. The way she speaks, and talks, it reminds me of a witch. Its something that you don’t see a lot in stories like these, the reader being anything but ‘innocent’. She doesn’t take any less than she knows she deserves, and he fiercely wants whats best for her. Sometimes they don’t think those are the same thing. But the chemistry they have, its so nice to read. And the scene setting in this, its perfect, you can picture exactly what it would look like. And the personification of Bucky as well, he’s no wannabe mobster, he’s ruthless, and they fit together so well. 

Someday by @221bshrlocked

This one is really good, it's Rough and violent but like that's the whole point he's a mobster he's ruthless Yet it's perfectly balanced with the fluff that's in there because at first you don't really see it but as time goes on you see all of the small nuances to how much he really likes her and how soft he is actually on the inside and it's one of those stories that you can tell was just written naturally like there wasn't a lot of structured to it and I think that's some of the best stories because it's like real life you know it just happens and you go with the flow and there's nothing jarring that pulls you out of reading. The smut scenes are also perfectly balanced between being sexy yet sensual and sweet. Really awesome fic.

Truth Set Free by @propertyofpoeandbucky

It was so hard picking one of Leilanis story to focus on, because they’ve done some absolutely spectacular ones such as “Missin’ My Girl”, “Soft To The Core”, “Burst Of Anger”, “Maybe This Time”, “How Unlikely”, and of course a fan favorite “Good Business”. However, I decided to focus on the first one I read of theirs. Its such a cool piece, the way its set up is super good I the way that its picking up sort of like in the middle of the story but you’re not lost, you gather details as you go that forms the whole picture in your head. I love the whole secretive thing it has in it, it makes it kinda mysterious to read. Then you get to the second part, and besides the drama, its sweet, he knew they were gonna be together from the beginning. And this sweetness isnt even like explicitly said, you can just see the nuances from his actions. Really good fic, and so are all of the others. 

Lil’ Anthony by @tranquil--heart

My favorite part of the mobster Trope is the whole big bad mob boss who would do anything for those he loves. And this is a perfect example of that, because he's so hard and tough and a bad guy, but when he's with her he's soft and he just melts. the violence in this is the perfect mix of descriptive without being gory, it's realistic yet not exaggerated or too much to handle. it represents the truth well because it's not  ignoring the truth to mobsters. The way they use the other characters and it is why I was awesome because you get to see the comparison between who they are in the Fic and who they are in the movies. The sexy scenes are nice too lol, and knife kink alert lol, That must be said. 

World On Fire by @beckzorz

Alright so this one is super awesome, it's not done yet but what is done of it is too amazing to not include. it's like the perfect combination of two AUs: its mob boss Bucky, and 40s Bucky all in one. What else could you want honestly?The story keeps you on your toes, you know he's secretive she's in love with him oh, you don't really know what's happening next until it happens and then you think we'll of course that's the perfect way to take the story. the way she writes to is just so amazing, it feels like you're back in time and the way she uses those sensory details is just spectacular. In the reader has secrets to so it's like as your reading your findings these things out And it's just really interesting there is no boring aspect to it.

The White Wolf by @captain-ariel-barnes

Okay so this is the first like long mobster fix that I read and it was a really good introduction to that universe. The way every aspect of this story comes together is just really amazing the plot, the dynamic between the characters, the details, the emotion it makes you feel, it's just the perfect combination of pain and fluff in it just is a really good read. it was a roller coaster of emotions, but it was worth it there wasn't just any angst to have angst it was all plot driven and necessary. Also the way it circles back to the beginning at the end is just an example of really good writing it was believable and true to mobster universe is but it also really reference to the Cinematic Universe really well because it brought in those little details and twists from the movie. And I really really love the flower aspect of it, I just really like flowers, and the fact that he loved her so much from the beginning and you could just see that throughout the whole story was just beautiful. 

His Favorite Gal by @mycupoffanfiction

Okay so there's probably nothing in the world I love more than tough guy and the waitress trope.  and this is just a really good rendition of that, it was one of those stories that like was so good that you read it all in one go and then you get to the end and you're kind of like well damn now it's over and I don't really know what to do. He loved her so much and it was one of those stories that made you feel really powerful to be a woman because it wasn't ever demeaning and it was really empowering to see her go from being a waitress to the queen of New York like that, I really like how it represented how if you have a healthy relationship then you'll both grow to be better people (besides the whole mob aspect lol) 

A Business Deal by @em-imagines

So this one was super interesting, I really loved seeing as the story went on how they were falling for each other. And honestly just like the beginning of the story that plot twist was absolutely amazing, I really like how it showed how powerful the reader can be. Because a lot of the times and fix complex where he has all the power over her, but I really like seeing them on that sort of equal plane. The dynamic between the two was also really awesome because there wasn't ever any Real damsel-in-distress moment oh, they were both really independent and capable people who came together to form that's really nice relationship. It was just a really good story to read, and there are many like it out there.

Should’ve Listened by @becs-bunker

You know as I've been saying I really like the stories where the reader isn't just completely helpless, and this is another really good example because you know like it says the reader is truly a bad ass. When you think the world that she's in the middle of and how she reacts to it it's really empowering, and the way her and Bucky interact is really nice to see. And it's really interesting to read because you can literally feel the tension between them and when is it going to happen when is it going to happen oh, and I really hope there's another part to it lol. Its really well done, and a nice funread.

Kings by @kaunis-sielu

So this one I'm going to be honest and say I didn't know if I was going to like it because I'm not a huge fan of really helpless readers but the way this was done is just really sweet. because she's not just completely helpless like she's not incapable, she just needs help because this isn't the world she's used to being in. and you know the relationship moves fast but you never get the feeling of like that went so fast, you just really feel the love in their relationship. And you see her grow into the position she got put into as his girlfriend, because you feel her gain her confidence and she becomes a real badass in the end and I love how much he loves her it was a really sweet story.

Also check out some awesome drabbles at @empyreanwritings under #Mob Monday, and at @bucky-plums-barnes under #Mobster!Bucky

Thank you guys for reading until the end, i hope you love these as much as I do!💖💖

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2017 Yuletide Letter

Hello Yuletider!

I’m glad you’re here and reading this letter. Please know that I am extremely grateful for your time and all of the effort you will be making to write the best story (or stories) possible. Listed below are some of my favorite “small” fandoms and the ships that I adore in each. Most of these fandoms are ones that I think ended too soon or there wasn’t as much exploration of the ships as I would have liked.

Please don’t feel boxed in by my requests. At the very bottom, I’ve tried to explain what I do/don’t like in the most concise way possible. Don’t stress too much about your writing as I’m sure whatever you create will be fantastic... if you love these fandoms enough to write about them, you’re my favorite kind of person.

**Edited: Thanks to a coalie for pointing out that I hadn’t actually specified which characters I am requesting... my bad!**

Pitch:

Characters: Ginny Baker and Mike Lawson

I was in a rut for days after finding out that Pitch was canceled. There was so much left unresolved!

Mike/Ginny are it for me and this show, although Blip/Evelyn are pretty great too and if they were a side couple I wouldn’t complain.

My main request is that you fix it so Ginny and Mike are together. I don’t care if you have this happen after canon in a “Season 2” sort of way, or if you twist some of the storylines around so that they get together earlier. I just want to read about it happening so that I smile a ton and forget about the tragedy that is this show’s cancellation.

A few ideas:

Hurt/Comfort in dealing with Ginny’s anxiety/panic attack or some lingering PTSD with the car accident.

The team and the media having fun and talking about how Ginny and Mike are perfect for each other and how they know every single thing about each other while remaining completely oblivious to the fact.

The Darkest Minds:

Characters: Ruby Daly and Liam Stewart

X-Men was my jam when I was younger, and The Darkest Minds is basically X-Men set in a dystopian world with really loveable characters.

Liam is such a sweetheart. Book 2 when he gets his memories back had me literally crying. Ruby is a precious gem that needs to be protected at all costs, even if it’s from herself. Chubs and Zhu are amazing, and I love the little family the four of them made together. Vida was also really great, and so was Cole… and you get the point. I loved them all.

Story ideas:

Reunions are the best. Write how you would have liked the Liam and Ruby reunion in Book 2 to have played out or expand on canon to bring on even more feels. Other character reunions are also welcome.

Show Ruby’s struggle with her abilities and how she copes in healthy/unhealthy ways.

I wish there were more scenes exploring the dynamics of Cole, Liam, and Ruby (not in an OT3 sort of way). Writing an extension of the scene that took place in the shower with Ruby and Cole where they talk more about their respective relationships with Liam and their powers would be interesting.

Write a “scene between scenes” dealing with some of your favorite dramatic moments of the book series.

Tru Calling:

Characters: Tru Davies (and Davis if desired)

THIS SHOW… It’s been over a decade and I’m still not over its cancellation. I’m really open with what you write for this fandom since there is such a lack of fics.

I only care about Tru being the main character. Including Davis is optional, although I really did enjoy the friendship between him and Tru on the show. Tru/Jack is my favorite ship, but I know Jack is not in the tagset (because I was an idiot and messed up my nominations) so I can’t specifically request him. If you do include Jack, that would be amazing, but don’t feel pressured to do so. 

Story ideas:

Continue the story. This can be your own headcanon of what would have happened, or what the various cast/crew members revealed would have happened (basically the show was going to revolve around the mythology of two opposing forces in the world that balanced each other out in terms of life/death).

Write an episode-like story where Tru gets the traditional “save me” in the morgue and goes back in time to save their life. 

Show the toll that all of Tru’s dealings with death are having on her, and how certain people in her life help her cope (i.e. Jack, Davis…)

Flash forward into the future where Tru and Jack (or an original male character that has the same abilities as Tru) have become reluctant friends (or more?) and Davis is simultaneously appalled by the idea and also like “I knew this was going to happen all along.” (REMEMBER: No pressure to include Jack - I think it’s hard to continue canon without him, but I know there were some that weren’t his fans)

The Defenders:

Characters: Jessica Jones and Luke Cage OR Matt Murdock

First and foremost, I want to put it out there that I was hardcore Luke/Jessica even before the tv show came out. I thought they were great in Jessica Jones, I was disappointed that there wasn’t really anything about them in Luke Cage, and the small moments between them in The Defenders were like little bursts of hope for me.

That said, I totally get the appeal of Jessica/Matt, so a fic with them as the pairing would be okay with me as well. Please don’t do OT3s with Jessica/Matt/Luke (or any other characters for that matter). I would prefer gen between all of the Defenders rather than putting more than two of them in a romantic relationship.

Story ideas:

Luke and Jessica learning to trust each other again amongst the events of The Defenders, and Jessica sharing a bit more of her past with Kilgrave to help Luke understand what exactly she went through.

Jessica Jones is a walking poster child for PTSD and I would really like to see this explored more. Recovery isn’t necessary, but having at least someone else realize her suffering (Luke, Matt, etc.) and talking it out a little would be great.

Out of all of the relationships in The Defenders, I think Matt and Jessica’s was the most interesting. They had a natural chemistry and seemed to form a bond rather quickly. An exploration of their burgeoning relationship through the eyes of others would be fascinating.

Chicago PD:

Characters: Erin Lindsay and Jay Halstead

Sophia Bush leaving Chicago PD hurts my soul. Please give me some Linstead to fix this giant, gaping hole in my life.

Story ideas:

Write the car trip episode that was written and never made it to air. From the sound of it, the episode was going to be extremely shippy and tell us a lot about the characters’ pasts.

After a rough case, Jay is wondering why Erin is reacting so badly and she ends up revealing parts of her childhood/life before living with Voight.

Linstead through the eyes of their team.

Things I don’t like:

Alternate Universes – For the specific fandoms that I picked, I really like the universes as they are. I’m definitely okay with deviations from canon, but please don’t make Chicago PD/Pitch into a supernatural werewolf story or The Darkest Minds/The Defenders take place in a mundane coffee shop setting. (I don’t mind Soulmate AUs because those can be incorporated into canon with little change to worldbuilding)

Non-Con/Rape/BDSM/Sexual Violence/Graphic Sex – I like my characters to be happy and everything within shipsto be 100% consensual, no question about it (mentions of non-con if it occurred in canon is fine). I also prefer plot over porn, especially with one-shots.

OT3s – Two people per relationship please. Any more than that makes me uncomfortable.

Character Bashing - Unless a character is a bad guy in canon, I don’t want to read hundreds of words about how awful they are, especially if they are one of the characters that I requested. Don’t take it out on the characters if you hate my pairings, just write gen. 

Things I love:

Hurt/Comfort – There is nothing I love more than one character comforting another. The hurt can be physical, psychological, or both.  

Happy Endings – I’m all for the realistic endings… but if they could be plausible AND happy-ish, that would be amazing.

Expanded Scenes/Contorting Canon – Feel free to expand scenes and change up canon to your heart’s content as long as it makes logical sense.

Humor/Banter/Snark – I thrive on this stuff.

Bonding/Building Relationships – Whether it be a friendship or a romantic relationship, I adore reading about two people coming closer together. When characters know each other so well that they can have conversations with just their eyes or anticipate the person’s next move (especially if it’s to the surprise/confusion of everyone around them), my shipper heart is thrilled.

Dark to Light – Seeing a character come out of a bad mindset/situation and get better is so satisfying.

Thanks again and happy writing!

- Maddy @mustlovemustypages (on Tumblr, Ao3 and FF.net)