Lawson227
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since: 06-19-10, id: 2410505, Profile Updated: 08-21-12
country: USA
Author has written 29 stories for Criminal Minds, Mentalist, and Psych.

Well, it took me this long to realize I hadn't ever actually entered any profile info. Although I'm not sure what all to put in here-- shows I love: a LOT. Movies I love, a LOT. Music... not even gonna go there, because that's WAY too much.

I use fanfic to decompress and remember how to have fun writing. I only play in television sandboxes because TV shows tend to have evolving story lines and multiple writers, so therefore I don't feel as if I'm stomping on anyone's creative baby. I tend to stay within canon as much as possible and don't venture into out-of-character territory, because it is someone else's sandbox after all and I like to try to respect those boundaries. I'm a relationship/romance junkie and I love playing the "What if?" game with the characters, imagining scenes that we, as viewers, aren't seeing, but that could conceivably occur and it wouldn't break with what we know of the characters.

Boy, this really makes me sound like a massive stick-in-the-mud, but I'm only this hyper-critical with myself, I promise.

'Verses for which I've written stories: Criminal Minds, Hawaii Five-0 (new flavor), Mentalist, & psych. Oh, and way, way back when, I cut my teeth on writing Angel fanfic.

For awesome psych fics featuring Lassiter/O'Hara and Lassiter/Vick, read Loafer's work. Actually, just read her work, period.


1. Dress Blues » reviews
Post "Mr. Yin Presents..." Carlton held Juliet as she fell apart, but who took care of him? Karen/Carlton. Fictional. Imagine that. On a site called FanFICTION-dot-net. If you do not like this pairing, I politely invite you to skip the story. If you're open-minded, come on in. Sorry for the snarkery, but there's been some unnecessarily ugly backlash of late.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 4 - Words: 11,762 - Reviews: 14 - Updated: 5-22-13 - Published: 4-22-13 - Carlton L. & K. Vick
2. The Kiss » reviews
Wee little thing. Carlton and Juliet undercover. The title pretty much says the rest. I have no idea what this is. EDIT: Well, the muse demanded more, as did several of you, so who am I to argue? Still don't know exactly what it is. It also occurred that the basic premise is not dissimilar to JUST BECAUSE, but only in that it starts with a kiss. Otherwise, completely different.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 7 - Words: 20,053 - Reviews: 30 - Updated: 4-16-13 - Published: 3-22-13 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH.
3. Secrets of the Ring reviews
One-shot. Shawn Spencer has a secret. A big one. And he needs to share it with someone before Bad Things Happen. Based on a moment's observation from SANTABARATOWN 2, therefore spoilers apply. This is, in fact, a Shules & Lassiter/Someone Who Remains A Mystery Until the End NOT a Shassie.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,480 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 3-6-13 - Carlton L. & Shawn S. - Complete
4. Maybe Someday » reviews
COMPLETE A followup to one of my earliest Psych-fics, BOTH SIDES NOW. After having peaceably worked together for months Juliet and Carlton find themselves navigating new relationship waters in the wake of an unexpected situation. While this can be considered a post S6 stand-alone with its attendant spoilers, it will definitely be referring back to incidences that took place in BSN.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 28,724 - Reviews: 36 - Updated: 3-4-13 - Published: 2-14-13 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
5. Realize reviews
A wee one-shot follow up to MOMENTS. Yes, it's an unconventional 'ship. Yes, this is "fiction." As it all is.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 853 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 2-5-13 - Carlton L. & K. Vick - Complete
6. Moments reviews
A little one-shot that popped into my head. No real story (that I know of) just a little window peering into the realm of "What if?" Along those lines, for those who might protest its plausibility, let's just presume that neither character is involved with anyone at the time this is occurring. Because, you know, *fiction*.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 524 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 1-16-13 - K. Vick & Carlton L. - Complete
7. Once Upon a Time Again » reviews
During Marlowe's bachelorette party, Karen lets slip a very long-held secret. A secret that involves Carlton and that threatens to change... everything. COMPLETE
Psych - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 15 - Words: 44,921 - Reviews: 72 - Updated: 1-6-13 - Published: 12-4-12 - Carlton L. & K. Vick - Complete
8. Just Because » reviews
COMPLETE. Carlton Lassiter gives into impulse for once—okay, twice—in his life. The results are... unexpected.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 16 - Words: 38,713 - Reviews: 70 - Updated: 12-2-12 - Published: 10-2-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
9. Mile High Dreams » reviews
Taking a wee bit of inspiration from Loafer's CONTRIVED ONE SHOT series, this is just a smutty little one—okay, now MULTI—shot involving our favorite cranky detective and… someone. Oh, don't look at me like that, you'll find out who by the end.
Psych - Rated: M - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 6 - Words: 16,371 - Reviews: 13 - Updated: 9-30-12 - Published: 9-7-12 - Carlton L.
10. Save the Last Dance » reviews
It's time for the Annual Policeman's Ball. When Shawn declines to escort Juliet, her partner and best friend comes to the rescue. Why yes, this is a return back to the world of Lassiet. Rated T... for now.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 21,761 - Reviews: 44 - Updated: 9-1-12 - Published: 7-14-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
11. Cause & Effect » reviews
A statewide flu epidemic has the SBPD extremely short-staffed and leaves Carlton with an unlikely new partner. Non-canon, obviously, but let's assume it's taking place post-SANTABARBARATOWN, so spoilers will apply accordingly. T rating, may possibly become M because that's just how I roll.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Romance/Friendship - Chapters: 12 - Words: 23,269 - Reviews: 27 - Updated: 7-12-12 - Published: 6-9-12 - Carlton L. & K. Vick - Complete
12. Safety in Numbers » reviews
Post- TRUE GRITS: Karen arrives back at the SBPD in the aftermath of the Thane Woodson case in time to help an injured Carlton. Unexpected conversations ensue. Starts out canon, wanders off fairly quickly. T for now, possibly M later on. Spoilers through SANTABARBARATOWN. Now COMPLETE.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 25 - Words: 50,216 - Reviews: 76 - Updated: 6-7-12 - Published: 4-6-12 - Carlton L. & K. Vick - Complete
13. A Common Trope » reviews
Carlton and Juliet embark on a conversation about a common literature trope, one in which Carlton seeks to prove that what Juliet believes is wrong. Vague spoilers for S6 so Shules exists, Marlowe exists. Kinda sorta Lassiet-ish.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 2 - Words: 6,644 - Reviews: 14 - Updated: 3-22-12 - Published: 3-21-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
14. Simple Together » reviews
Just a little follow-up two-shot I REALLY MEAN IT to Prelude to a Kiss. Because you know, much as he might try, Carlton can't escape being an insufferable pain-in-the-ass at least once. Rated T but will definitely hit M territory in second chapter.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 2 - Words: 5,815 - Reviews: 10 - Updated: 3-15-12 - Published: 3-13-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
15. Prelude to a Kiss » reviews
Carlton & Juliet and an unexpected situation... of course. Now more than a one-shot still with a healthy dose of shmoop and a mystery. Enigmatic enough? Yes? Good. Rated M more for content than language. You've been warned.
Psych - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 24 - Words: 49,031 - Reviews: 108 - Updated: 3-12-12 - Published: 2-6-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
16. Conversations in a Key of Crazy reviews
Shawn speaks what he sees as the truth. Carlton thinks he's crazy. Which one of them is right? This is a LASSIET, NOT a Shassie. Repeat, it's a LASSIET.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,254 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 2-4-12 - Carlton L. & Shawn S. - Complete
17. Sunday Secrets reviews
Little one shot with established Lassiet and taking on Loafer's challenge to describe how Carlton broke his collarbone in S2. Sequel to "No Smoke Without Fire." Out of sheer desperation, I'm tacking on "I'm Through" as a temp CH2. Craziness!
Psych - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,229 - Reviews: 7 - Updated: 2-1-12 - Published: 1-29-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
18. I'm Through Take 2 reviews
I'm cheating and attempting to reload this story, since FF seems to be burping.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,575 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 2-1-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
19. No Smoke Without Fire » reviews
Juliet and Carlton find themselves in remarkably similar predicaments. What they choose to do about it, however, remains to be seen. Shules & Marlowe both exist... but eventual Lassiet. Spoilers through ep. 6.09: Neil Simon's Lover's Retreat
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 12 - Words: 32,084 - Reviews: 52 - Updated: 1-27-12 - Published: 1-13-12 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
20. Have Tomorrow » reviews
Karen Vick suffers a loss and surprisingly, it's Lassiter who not only understands, but is there to pick up the pieces. Definitely non-canon territory but assume spoilers through all current episodes.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Hurt/Comfort/Romance - Chapters: 11 - Words: 40,617 - Reviews: 34 - Updated: 1-8-12 - Published: 12-17-11 - Carlton L. & K. Vick - Complete
21. Aftermath reviews
Tag for "In For a Penny" where Juliet and Lassiter have a long overdue conversation.
Psych - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,642 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 12-8-11 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
22. Julie & Julia & Juliet & Lassiter » reviews
In pursuit of a new hobby, Juliet learns more about not only herself, but her partner as well. Set during the current season, so references made to potential spoilers. Shules exists, but given how the show writers are playing it, there's room to play.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 9 - Words: 29,862 - Reviews: 55 - Updated: 12-5-11 - Published: 11-10-11 - Juliet oH. & Carlton L. - Complete
23. Both Sides Now » reviews
Carlton notices that Juliet's distracted. In getting her to open up, they both make some startling confessions. SPOILER ALERT for ep. 6.02, "Last Night Gus."
Psych - Rated: T - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 3 - Words: 13,227 - Reviews: 15 - Updated: 10-31-11 - Published: 10-22-11 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
24. Silent Messages reviews
Carlton & Juliet have been partners and friends for five years. After a certain madman enters their lives, for a brief time, they become more. I have a soft spot for Carlton wanted to play a little "what if" for post eps 4.16 & 5.16.
Psych - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,649 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 10-16-11 - Carlton L. & Juliet oH. - Complete
25. Under the Cover of Sunrise reviews
Imagined hospital scene from "Scarlet Ribbons" 4.01 based on the exchange between Cho and Lisbon in "Strawberries & Cream." Slight spoilers for S4 premiere.
Mentalist - Rated: K - English - Friendship/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,604 - Reviews: 9 - Published: 9-25-11 - Kimball C. & Teresa L. - Complete
26. Conflict and Longing reviews
Imagined missing scene from "It Takes a Village" where Reid finds himself having an unexpected—and unexpectedly revealing—conversation with Erin Strauss. Standalone story.
Criminal Minds - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,953 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 9-24-11 - S. Reid & E. Prentiss - Complete
27. Gothic Nightmares reviews
After their return from Detroit, Reid goes ahead with his plans to attend the Phantasmagoria—alone. Even though it was the last thing he wanted to do. Vague spoilers through "Devil's Night." 6.06
Criminal Minds - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,694 - Reviews: 16 - Published: 10-30-10 - S. Reid & E. Prentiss - Complete
28. Letters to Those Who Matter Most » reviews
A series of letters in which Hotch reflects on various experiences in his past and how they relate to the people who matter most to him. Spoilers ultimately through "Our Darkest Hour" 5.23
Criminal Minds - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Family - Chapters: 9 - Words: 10,787 - Reviews: 45 - Updated: 8-16-10 - Published: 7-26-10 - A. Hotchner/Hotch - Complete
29. Intangibles reviews
They have a rule—they're not supposed to profile each other. But there are always exceptions to every rule. There's also a reason Aaron Hotchner's the boss. He's very, very good at what he does. Spoilers through "Minimal Loss." Gen spec beyond
Criminal Minds - Rated: K+ - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,502 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 6-21-10 - S. Reid & E. Prentiss - Complete