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since: 08-02-05, id: 868935, Profile Updated: 06-23-12
country: USA
Author has written 46 stories for Star Wars, and Indiana Jones.

I've been an active Star Wars fan since 1981. While I've enjoyed little bits of other fandoms like Indiana Jones and Harry Potter, I've rarely written anything other than Star Wars, and my main focus will always be Han/Leia. They're the only reason I began writing in the first place and for some reason they remain my obsession. Go figure.

If you've enjoyed my work, please visit my website at You Could Use a Good Kiss for a collection of the best new and old Han & Leia fanfiction gathered from other fanzine and online authors, some of them with illustrations and all of them of high quality!

Oh, and it's a fanfiction sin to read and not leave feedback! We're not making money here, folks! Authors live to hear feedback. If you like it, tell me why. If you don't like it, tell my why. Just say something!

Because people have asked, here's a timeline for the Kismet series:

Alliance Avante Garde (post-Death Star, the base on Yavin IV)
Full Circle (the eve of Leia's Majority, the base on Serricci)
Two Steps Forward (the mission to Thertur Major)(in progress)
Mergers & Acquisitions (the base on Argus and events on Ord Mantell)
Between the Lines Revisited (the base on Hoth)
Into the Fire (the base on Hoth through events on Bespin)
Beyond Rendezvous (the rendevous point through Jabba's palace on Tatooine) (in process of rewriting)
Fortune's Fool (following Han's rescue from carbonite and Jabba through departing for Endor's moon)
Checkmate Revisited (the night before the battle on Endor's Moon)(rewritten and posted 08/14/11)
The One Less Traveled (post-RotJ on Coruscant) (in progress)
A Shift in Paradigm (post-RotJ on Coruscant)
Where the Heart Is (post-RotJ on Corellia)
Always in Motion (post-RotJ on Coruscant)

Everything else here can be considered stand-alones, or were at one time part of the greater story arc but became obsolete because of how the story morphed over the years. For instance, when I wrote Arms Race, I still hadn't made up my mind on what happened on the way to Bespin. Now it doesn't quite mesh with the rest. Them's the hazzards of writing out of sequence!

All artwork that appears here with my stories was created by Liz, Leela Starsky, and Wanda Lybarger. Most pieces were drawn specifically for these pieces; however, a couple of Liz's works were not attached to anything specific when she submitted them to me for use within my fanzines but they complimented stories I had on hand. The piece by Liz that accompanies "Diary of a Wandering Princess" was one of them then ended up inspiring the story itself.


1. Checkmate Revisited reviews
Han faces both his own demons and shifting events the night before the battle of Endor. This is a rewrite of the original story from 1993 so that it's in sync with the rest of the Kismet series. Enjoy.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,338 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 8-14-11 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
2. Always in Motion reviews
It was a dark and stormy night when Han and Leia get a reminder that nothing should be taken for granted and that the future is a difficult thing to nail down. Part of my Kismet series.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,346 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 6-25-11 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
3. Diary of a Wandering Princess » reviews
A slightly different take on the trip to Bespin. This doesn't fit any particular storyline; it's just a bit of fun. Hope you enjoy. Let me know what you think. Updated all chapters 08/14/11 to fix typos and stuff. Won 2012 MediaWest*Con Fan Q Award for Best Star Wars Story.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 21 - Words: 24,538 - Reviews: 71 - Updated: 1-5-11 - Published: 6-12-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
4. Fortune's Fool » reviews
Han is feeling out of place and out of time as the events of RotJ overtake him. Part of my "Kismet" series. All chapters revised and updated 08/14/11 to fix typos and some other issues.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 10 - Words: 27,665 - Reviews: 43 - Updated: 1-2-11 - Published: 1-7-10 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
5. The One Less Traveled reviews
The future is always in motion and the path isn't as clear as one might expect for Han and Leia. Part of my "Kismet" series. I'm making this one up as I go, so it may be slow. Enjoy.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,416 - Reviews: 14 - Published: 1-1-11 - Han S. & Leia O.
6. Where the Heart Is reviews
It's not so much the end as the beginning... Part of my Kismet series. Inspired by a passage from "Into the Fire."
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,683 - Reviews: 13 - Published: 8-19-10 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
7. A Shift in Paradigm reviews
Nine months after events on Endor's moon, Leia ponders why she's not satisfied... Inspired by a throw-away line from "Into the Fire." Part of my Kismet series.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,204 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 8-14-10 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
8. Two Steps Forward reviews
As things grow rocky for Han, Leia, and Chewie while out on a mission, it's hard to tell if they're making progress or not. Part of my "Kismet" series. Not sure yet where exactly this is going, but it's a start.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Adventure/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,689 - Reviews: 11 - Published: 1-27-10 - Han S. & Leia O.
9. Into the Fire » reviews
Whether things are getting better or worse after the disaster on Hoth really depends on one's point of view. A trip-to-Bespin story and part of my "Kismet" series. Please R&R. Finalized Dec 2009.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 27 - Words: 87,390 - Reviews: 152 - Updated: 12-24-09 - Published: 12-3-08 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
10. Undercurrents reviews
Leia's epiphany. It's old, but I always liked the rhythm of this one for some reason. This appeared in Choice Parts #2, 1989.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 117 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
11. Priorities reviews
Watching the man closely. This appeared in Flip of a Coin #13, 1989.
Indiana Jones - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 152 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Complete
12. Marion's Lament reviews
Just a quickie. This appeared in Choice Parts #2, 1989.
Indiana Jones - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 60 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Complete
13. Words of Wisdom reviews
Judge not by its size... This appeared in On a Clear Day You Can See Dagobah #7, 1994.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 34 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-19-09 - Yoda & Anakin Skywalker - Complete
14. Wish I May
A quiet night of quiet stars. This appeared in On a Clear Day You Can See Dagobah #6, 1992.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 373 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
15. Wise Up
Han looks for reasons. This appeared in A Tremor in the Force #5, 1990.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 147 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
16. Solo's Side of the Story reviews
Han contemplates the atmosphere. This poem appeared in I Don't Care What You Smell #3, 1996. It won a STAR aWARd for Best Poem of 1996.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 154 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
17. Nobility's Price reviews
A moment of overwhelming doubt. This appeared in On a Clear Day You Can See Dagobah, #5, 1991.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 126 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
18. Love Resurrected reviews
Released at last. So sappy it's painful, but I was young and in unrequited love at the time, so there you go. This appeared in A Tremor in the Force #4, 1988. It was printed together with "Bouschh."
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 146 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
19. How Do You Tell A Friend? reviews
Speechless on the platform. An old poem, this appeared in Flip of a Coin #11, 1987.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 157 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. - Complete
20. Here Comes the Bride
Han has plans for the big day. Another old poem, this appeared in Wookiee Commode #5, 1987.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 105 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
21. A Finite Distance reviews
A serious moment. It's old, but I've always liked this one. It appeared in On a Clear Day You Can See Dagobah, #7, 1994.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 103 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. - Complete
22. Destiny Realized reviews
Sealed with a kiss. Okay, this is so sappy it's embarrassing now, but for posterity's sake, I'm posting it. This appeared in Wookiee Commode #6, 1988.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 341 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
23. Destiny reviews
The path in life sometimes takes some unanticipated turns. An old poem, this appeared in Wookiee Commode #5, 1987.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 130 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
24. Bouschh reviews
Thoughts behind the mask. An old poem, this appeared in A Tremor in the Force #4, 1998. This was printed together with "Love Resurrected."
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 139 - Reviews: 1 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
25. Blind reviews
Leia too late. Another old poem, this appeared in I Don't Care What You Smell #3, 1996.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 56 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-19-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
26. Age Old Question reviews
Han does a little reflecting. Another old poem, this appeared in Flip of a Coin #12, 1988.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Poetry/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 203 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
27. Let the Wookiee Win reviews
My first published piece, this appeared in Wookiee Commode #5, 1987. I wanted to submit something to a fanzine after I discovered them, but didn't have a story finished that I felt confident in, so I started writing poetry to test the waters.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Humor/Poetry - Chapters: 1 - Words: 125 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 9-19-09 - Han S. & Chewbacca - Complete
28. Love's Strength reviews
Why Han really came back above the Death Star... This was my first published piece of fanfic from 1987. I'm a bit embarrassed of it now because it's so rough, but I think the premise is sound so I'm adding it to the collection. Let me know what you think.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,919 - Reviews: 6 - Published: 5-31-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
29. Challenge Responses » reviews
A collection of drabbles to various challenges. These may someday spawn longer pieces, but take them for what they are. I am curious what you think of them, though. Any feedback is welcome.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 6 - Words: 835 - Reviews: 12 - Updated: 5-17-09 - Published: 2-5-09 - Han S. & Leia O.
30. Boy! What Love Has Done to Me reviews
Probably my favorite filk in my collection. Won STAR aWARd for Best Filk of 1999.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 311 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 2-25-09 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
31. Simple Joys of Maidenhood reviews
A Leia filk, and a playful stab at the Book That Shall Not Be Named, from 1998.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 273 - Reviews: 2 - Published: 2-25-09 - Leia O. & M. Mothma - Complete
32. Seduced reviews
A fun little Han/Leia filk from 1998. I actually got an email from the composer a few years ago, and he was flattered and happy that I'd enjoyed the song so much. : D
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 229 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 2-25-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
33. I'd Rather Call You Sweetheart reviews
A Star Wars filk that was a bit of fun. Won STAR aWARd for Best Filk of 1996.
Star Wars - Rated: K - English - Humor/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 180 - Reviews: 3 - Published: 2-25-09 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
34. Southern Discomfort reviews
Visiting New Orleans on a sultry summer night, a newly minted professor of Archaeology chases after the acquisition of a lifetime. A rare bit of non-Star Wars fanfic I wrote for a creative writing class in 1990 before The Last Crusade was released.
Indiana Jones - Rated: K+ - English - Adventure - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,507 - Reviews: 5 - Published: 2-25-09 - Complete
35. Between the Lines Revisited » reviews
The fallout from Han & Leia's mission to Ord Mantell plays out on Hoth. Part of my "Kismet" series. Because this was written 6 years before "Mergers," it needed to be modified for consistency within my extended storyline. Please R&R.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 2 - Words: 19,528 - Reviews: 7 - Published: 8-17-08 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
36. Beyond Rendezvous reviews
Following events on Bespin, Leia has to make decisions while working to rescue Han. Part of my "Kismet" series. If you read, please leave feedback. Written in 2008.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 16,039 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 8-3-08 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
37. Storm Front reviews
Han shares his first quiet moment with the gutsy princess following their escape from the Death Star. One of my older pieces, from 1991. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,869 - Reviews: 8 - Published: 7-7-08 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
38. Portside Girl reviews
Leia reflects on her life with Han post-ROTJ, and how it hasn't turned out the way she'd expected. One of my first stories, written back in 1988. Definitely one of the darkest pieces I've written. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,120 - Reviews: 4 - Published: 7-7-08 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
39. Red Sky at Morning reviews
Mid-TESB. The lame Millenium Falcon finally arrives at Bespin. While Leia has little trouble seeing through Lando's pleasantries, Han is preoccupied. STAR aWARdS Best Short Story, 1992. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,435 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 4-9-08 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
40. Between the Lines reviews
Mid-TESB. This is the old, originally printed version of this story. This was also my first introduction of Kristin, Leia's confidant. STAR aWARdS Best Long Story 1995. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 20,056 - Reviews: 10 - Published: 4-7-08 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
41. Checkmate reviews
Just when Han began to think he'd found his place in the Alliance and with Leia, he had to go and stumble across Leia and Luke in an intimate moment. What's a poor exsmuggler to do? From 1993. Part of my "Kismet" series, but in need of updating.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Angst/Romance - Chapters: 1 - Words: 5,111 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 1-2-06 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
42. Desk Set reviews
A bit of gratuitous fluff a little while after ROTJ. It was inspired by a magazine ad and a challenge. From 2001. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 2,247 - Reviews: 12 - Published: 1-2-06 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
43. Alliance AvantGarde reviews
Shortly after the Battle of Yavin, Leia struggles to find her nitche now that her role and life in general has changed. Han offers an option that leaves a mark. STAR aWARdS Best Short Story 1994. Part of my "Kismet" series. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: K+ - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 6,234 - Reviews: 16 - Published: 1-2-06 - Han S. & Leia O. - Complete
44. Mergers & Acquisitions » reviews
What happens on Ord Mantell STAYS on Ord Mantell. Part of my "Kismet" series. STAR aWARdS Best Long Story 2000. Please R&R.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Romance/Adventure - Chapters: 3 - Words: 42,886 - Reviews: 22 - Published: 1-1-06 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
45. Full Circle reviews
Coming of age is never easy, even for a princess. Leia takes a time out in order to reflect, despite a rather handsome distraction. Part of my "Kismet" series. From 1999. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 1 - Words: 3,364 - Reviews: 15 - Published: 1-1-06 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete
46. Arms Race reviews
Han and Leia finally break away from the Ewok celebrations to find some quality time alone. From 2000. If you read, please review.
Star Wars - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 1 - Words: 4,326 - Reviews: 20 - Published: 1-1-06 - Leia O. & Han S. - Complete