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Author has written 37 stories for Buffy: The Vampire Slayer, Angel, CSI, and Gilmore Girls. Began my fanfic writing with Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Eventually
worked my way to Angel the Series and now to CSI:. Don't ask me how I
got from the Jossverse to Zuikerville, but here is where I reside. I'm
not really that good a writer. I just do it for the fun that's inherent
in it. But, for those that are curious as to my mindset, these are my
favorite stories that I've penned so far.
Falling into You - My first fanfic. Was originally supposed to be a stand-alone but I got many requests to continue the story. So, I did. I didn't really realize what I was doing at the time. I just went where the words took me. Luckily, it took me to a satisfying ending. Where Angels Tread - The continuation of Falling into You. This eventually petered out partly because the shows had gone in completely different directions by then and partly because my heart wasn't into it anymore. I still have it all plotted out. It's just the matter of finishing it or finding someone to finish it for me using my notes. I think I might have thought too much about this one, hence it being less fun than Falling into You. Still, it was more plot driven than Falling into You, so it still remains a favorite in that I cut my teeth in handling plot with this one. Plus, I left it on a hell of a teaser. Unforgettable - I love this one because I went into Spike's past without reinterpreting what had already been done with him in the show. Call it a lost story, but to this day I get a feeling of satisfaction when I reread it. Whenever your own writing can bring a tear to your eye, something must have gone right. If I were to pick one fanfic to represent my writing in a nutshell, this would be it. A Day in the Life - My first CSI fic. While I wasn't sure if I was keeping the character voices true to the show, I'm glad that the reviews thus far are telling me that I wasn't that far off. I'm particularly pleased with how the diner and hallway scenes played out, the former for Sara's development and the latter for Grissom's. This was also supposed to be a stand-alone, but once again I got numerous requests to continue the story. So, I did. Here's hoping I don't think too much this time and just have fun with it while it lasts. The Desperate Kingdom of Love - While I've done first person before, I've never done it on this scale. The piece follows Grissom through what I envision to be the remaining run of the show, so you're not quite sure when events are happening. Sure, they're happening chronologically, but exactly where in the show's run is anyone's guess. I'm particularly pleased on portraying Grissom's thoughts. I believe that I've stayed true to the character while tweaking him in a believable fashion. And, to think, the idea for this story came from Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns. It was one phrase, but damn if it didn't motivate me to do this piece. The Lone and Level Sands - Thus far, my most satisfying CSI fic. I tapped into something special when I wrote this one. So much so, the ending still gets to me. I think this is the only piece I've ever written other than Unforgettable where I'm brought to the verge of tears, especially when I think of Warrick having that final line. In all honesty, I was at a point where I just didn't feel like writing CSI fic anymore since the quality of my work had dropped off considerably, with each new piece receiving fewer and fewer reviews. So, I thought, what would be the best way to end my CSI fanfic tenure? And, then I thought, why not write something that would feel like an ending for the series. And, sure enough, I was able to do that. Fortunately, upon finishing this piece, I found myself revitalized and began writing once more. Unfortunately, I now compare each new piece to this one, and in the corner of my mind, I know I'll never be able to top this one. This was my swan song. It just came a little early is all. As an aside, you won't find this fic on FF.net since it didn't adhere to their formatting guidelines. But for those interested, you can click on the link to be taken to it. | |||||||||
1. Heartbreak, Sunnyside Up reviewsThere are levels to everything. General.CSI - Rated: M - English - Drama/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,654 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 7-5-07 - Catherine W. & Warrick B. - Complete2. Neighbors reviewsIt's a thin line between here and there. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Suspense - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,083 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 4-22-07 - Gil G. & Sara S. - Complete3. Just a Look reviewsGrissom’s curiosity gets him more than he bargained for. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,399 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 5-29-06 - Greg S. & Sara S. - Complete4. At Play in the Fields of the Lord reviewsSometimes walls are meant to be broken. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,582 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 10-28-05 - Sara S. & Gil G.5. The Kingdom of Chairs reviewsThere is another world. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,881 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 10-8-05 - Gil G. & Sara S.6. To All Things reviewsSara recounts her life. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,460 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 8-12-05 - Gil G. & Sara S.7. Home Is Where The Heart Is reviewsIf you love something, it’ll always come back to you. LukeLorelai.Gilmore Girls - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 17,417 - Reviews: 35 - Published: 8-6-05 - Luke D. & Lorelai G.8. Days Gone Bye reviewsSara does some soul searching. Sequel to And The Cross You Rode In On. GSR.CSI - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 458 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 7-11-05 - Gil G. & Sara S.9. And The Cross You Rode In On reviewsGrissom does some soul searching. GSR.CSI - Rated: M - English - Angst/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,057 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 7-10-05 - Gil G. & Sara S.10. Nocturnes reviewsGrissom’s having nightmares. Could there be a reason why? GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 11,745 - Reviews: 25 - Published: 5-22-05 - Gil G. & Sara S.11. The Room reviewsGrissom has a conversation with someone from his past. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Suspense/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 8,596 - Reviews: 40 - Published: 4-28-0512. A Wolf at the Door » reviewsThe crime lab gets a wake up call when they become the focal point of a new case. Sequel to No Surprises. Part VI now up.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 6 - Words: 19,914 - Reviews: 57 - Updated: 4-17-05 - Published: 10-11-0413. Love is Never Having to Say Goodbye reviewsSara attempts to recount how she’s arrived at this point in her life. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/General - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,836 - Reviews: 24 - Published: 4-15-0514. The Old Dog reviewsGrissom’s past comes full circle, becoming entwined with someone near and dear to his heart. Slight GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,792 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 3-24-0515. Dot the I's and Cross the T's reviewsGrissom gets some sagely advice from the most unlikely of places. GSR.CSI - Rated: M - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,836 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 3-21-0516. Say a Prayer for Seven Bullets reviewsGrissom and Sara get embroiled in a case that seems to defy logic. GSR. Really.CSI - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,475 - Reviews: 18 - Published: 3-11-0517. This Modern Love reviewsSara discovers that Grissom and Sofia have had dinner together. She’s ready to move on with her life, but there’s one small problem preventing her from doing so. Grissom. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,820 - Reviews: 16 - Published: 2-23-0518. How to Fight Loneliness reviewsSara has a day off and goes about her day as normal. That is, until it takes an unexpected turn. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - General/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,623 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 12-9-0419. Hurt reviewsSara reminisces about how she’s gotten to this point in her life. GSR Angst.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,749 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 12-2-0420. To Bring You My Love reviewsGrissom, Sara, Greg and Sofia are adjusting to life as the new nightshift squad. A woman’s perspective opens Grissom’s eyes for future possibilities. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,415 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 11-27-0421. Length of Love » reviewsSara and Grissom continue their conversation. Spoilers for Formalities. Fourth installment now posted.CSI - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,535 - Reviews: 47 - Updated: 11-17-04 - Published: 10-28-0422. The Desperate Kingdom of Love reviewsGrissom’s thoughts concerning Sara. GSR.CSI - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,219 - Reviews: 25 - Published: 11-12-0423. No Surprises reviewsNick, Catherine and Warrick notice that things are different between Grissom and Sara. An innocent bet leads to a startling revelation. Sequel to A Day in the Life.CSI - Rated: K+ - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,671 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 10-4-0424. A Day in the Life reviewsGrissom and Sara begin the day with a routine DB. Will the night be routine as well?CSI - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,709 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 10-2-0425. Epilogue reviewsSpike’s about to face another apocalypse with loose ends to tie up. Will he get things right this time?Angel - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,680 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 7-5-04 - Spike26. Is It Real? reviewsSpike POV. He muses about the break up with Buffy.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,258 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 2-10-04 - Buffy S. & Buffy S.27. Resolutions reviewsSpike’s looking for a Christmas gift for Dawn. Buffy’s doing some last minute shopping. The meaning of Christmas means different, yet the same things to all people. Even Buffy and Spike.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 10,158 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 2-10-04 - Buffy S. & Spike28. Til the End of the WorldA simple question leads to meaningful revelationsBuffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,481 - Published: 2-10-04 - Buffy S. & Spike29. Do Not Fall reviewsDon’t fall. Never fall. Because there might be no one to catch you when you do.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 15,788 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 2-10-04 - Buffy S. & Spike30. Thank You reviewsAngel’s still upset over the events surrounding Cordelia. Spike gives him a little talking to.Angel - Rated: K+ - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,298 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 2-7-0431. Where Angels Tread » reviewsThe answers about Spike's existence are about to be revealed. But, will the truth tear Buffy and Spike apart? Sequel to Falling Into You.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 8 - Words: 58,697 - Reviews: 23 - Updated: 3-15-03 - Published: 9-5-02 - Buffy S. & Spike32. When There's Nothing Left to Say reviewsBuffy and Spike find themselves in a hopeless situation. Words are spoken that can’t be taken back.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,972 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 1-22-03 - Buffy S. & Spike33. My Dirty Secret reviewsBuffy POV. Ever wonder what Buffy’s thinking of when she’s with Spike?Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,175 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 5-22-02 - Buffy S. & Spike34. One Good Deed reviewsAfter Riley’s visit, Buffy pushes Spike away. Spike attempts to leave the Slayer and Sunnydale behind for good, but Cecily, a.k.a. Halfrek, gives him a reason to stay.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,053 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 5-22-02 - Buffy S. & Spike35. Whispers and Remembrances reviewsBuffy eavesdrops on Spike’s conversation with Joyce. Big Bad has a troubled heart.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,974 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 5-22-02 - Buffy S. & Spike36. Unforgettable reviewsCan a monster ever truly be a man?Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: M - English - Drama/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,742 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 5-22-02 - Buffy S. & Spike37. Falling into You » reviewsSpike makes the ultimate sacrifice. But, what would you do with a second chance? Spike's about to find out.Buffy: The Vampire Slayer - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 13 - Words: 106,110 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 5-12-02 - Buffy S. & Spike
