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Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Meet the Poll-What we read in TLS this week:

Each week we share with you what we are reading and enjoying. The following made the top of our lists last week. Please help us determine which 5 of these will be featured as fics of the week, next week, by choosing FIVE from the poll on the right!

Dirt Roads by Winehoes-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7303130/1/Dirt-Roads
Trucker hats, possums, and dirt roads. Shenanigans ensue. Is there really less trouble in the country, or are the kids just better at not getting caught? ExB, AH. Story contains mature themes. Rated: Fiction M

Episode by BoydBlog-rec'd by Midnight Cougar
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5625982/1/Episode
Bella Swan is a writer that is on a trip of a lifetime. Edward Cullen is a famous actor, whose life is a blur of film-sets, hotels and screaming fans. A destined encounter and a battle of mind over matter erupt amongst sensual music and a shared longing. Rated: Fiction M

Finding Serendipity by Kr2009-rec'd by Anhanninen
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8867486/1/Finding-Serendipity
Edward's breakfast errand ends in him stumbling upon something unexpected. He discovers that sometimes a simple good deed isn't enough. And sometimes, two homeless girls can completely change your life. AH. Rated: Fiction M

Fix You by Chocaholic123-rec'd by Evilnat/Midnight Cougar
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8877174/1/Fix-You
Two lives. Different worlds. The ripples from this twelve year collision course will last forever. ExB, AH, Rated M for a reason.Rated: Fiction M

Following Faith by Jen328-rec'd by Sparkle Phillips
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7242909/16/Following-Faith
Leaving the rain behind, Bella starts over in a small, coastal town. One glimpse of her and Edward is lost. Is it love at first sight or something more? A story of risking your heart - risking it all - to discover what you had all along. AH, rated M.
Rated: Fiction M

Hardcover Paranormal Romance by Badjujube-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7824101/1/Hardcover-Paranormal-Romance
Edward has an issue with Bella Swan that can't be found in the employee handbook. AU, goofy. Complete. Rated: Fiction M

Legendary by WhatsMyNomDePlume-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5514543/1/Legendary
Preternaturally irresistible, devastatingly charming Edward Cullen seems to have some strange power over the females in Forks…and Bella is scared she might know just what it is.M for language & naughty fun. Part mystery, part drama, all Edward.
Rated: Fiction M

Love is the End by Phoebes.promise-rec'd by Jaime Arkin
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6445022/1/
If he had only spoken the right words at the right time she would be his forever. Instead, they ache, love and long for each other in silence. A bittersweet love story desperately searching for a happily ever after. E/B, AH, M.
Rated: Fiction M

Part of Me by Luckyirishtart-rec'd by Nic
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8939774/1/Part-of-Me
Written with WitFit daily prompts Jan/Feb 2013: 90's sex, drugs and Rock and Roll. E/B Rated: Fiction M

Rubbish by Belladonnacullen-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6763895/1/Rubbish
Trash. Dirty. Filthy. Late nights. Early mornings. Finally open your eyes to see Edward staring back. It's hard to remember to take out the trash when you're a high-class hooker. Do you need help cleaning house? Let the garbage collector do it. Rated: Fiction M

Sexy Silk by Jlho-rec'd by Midnight Cougar
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6659413/1/Sexy-Silk
Bella is a smart mouthed, celebrity hating P.A. to a Hollywood Stylist. Edward is an arrogant Hollywood playboy. What happens when their paths cross on the night of the Globes? Rated M for swears and lemons. Rated: Fiction M

She's Moody by Jackqueenking-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8161865/1/She-s-Moody
... but it's cool. I like it.
Rated: Fiction M

Speaking in Code by Mamabean-rec'd by Evilnat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7399839/1/Speaking-in-Code
Edward Cullen's trash is his neighbors' torture, and now his house is in violation of Chapter 36 of the Seattle Municipal Code. When Inspector Swan shows up to issue a citation, sparks will fly! ExB, AH Rated: Fiction M

The Distance In Between by Sunflowersongs-rec'd by Missus T
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8382223/1/
Edward Cullen, a Union cavalry officer during the Civil War, is found wounded and healed back to health by Bella Swan. Perhaps something even more precious is found and lost in the process. Rated: Fiction M

The Workings of Fate by RosieRathbone-rec'd by Cutestkidsmom
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8893171/1/The-Workings-of-Fate

Monday, February 11, 2013

Meet the Poll -What we read in TLS this week:

Friday, February 8, 2013

TLS Fics of the Week: The Fab Five are up!

The Practicum by TheFicChick
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8906792/1/The-Practicum
"We're going to be teaching high schoolers how not to get each other knocked up or infected with gonorrhea. It's hardly a romantic evening for two." Rated: Fiction M

Reviewed by: DH78

There are fics that try to do fluff and are not quite successful because they lack the interesting little hiccups that make a good story. It’s sticky sweet and when they end, we’re left wondering how much sugar we consumed without biting into something delicious.

Empty calories.

Not this one. No siree.

The Practicum by TheFicChick gives you something to enjoy; the sweetness, thenaturally-moving UST, the fuckhot PE coach-slash-health teacher with a propensity forblushing, and the smart, realistic female lead that is equal parts sexy and intelligent.

The story follows Bella, English teacher teaching in the small town she was raised in,and the new guy, Edward. He’s an ex-soccer player coaching Forks High’s talentedsoccer team and newly appointed Health/sex ed teacher. Bella’s assigned to assist himwith teaching the curriculum, and well... you can imagine...

Edward should be cocky and over-sexed, considering his looks and athleticbackground. But he’s not. He’s sweet, a complete gentleman, and sexy in a completelyadorable way. He’s not a complete prude, but he’s definitely the kind of guy we wouldprobably meet in RL.

Bella’s a great, natural character. I love realistic Bellas. I also love witty ones.

Here’s a little clip from one of my favorite scenes so far:

"So, thanks for dinner," I say, suddenly feeling like this is a really bad movie script,and Edward only further confirms that assessment when he says, "It was mypleasure." I roll my eyes at our joint lameness and he chuckles. "Yeah, okay, this is awkward."

"See? This is probably why that whole chivalry thing has gone the way of eight-track tapes and VCRs. You should have just slowed to a crawl at the foot of thedriveway and I could have hopped out. I can duck-and-roll like a ninja."

"If memory serves, we used a VCR just last week," he points out, ignoring my joke entirely, and is treated to my second eye-roll for his trouble.

"And, if my memory serves, you weren't exactly adept at doing so, which furtherillustrates my point."

"Trust me when I tell you that I'm far more adept at this than I am at operatingarchaic technology."

When he blushes, the implication of his words hits me and I can't resist thebait. "Oh? And what exactly is 'this'?"

"Um. Well." He licks his lips, and I step closer; when he looks down into my face,his eyes are heated. "You know. Dating."

"I see."

"Okay, that's a lie. I suck at dating."

I laugh, the flirty sexual tension eliminated entirely. "I don't know," I counter. "Ithink you're doing pretty well, actually."

"Yeah?"

I nod. "Yeah."

"Okay," he breathes. "Cool."

I smile and bite my lip, inordinately pleased when his eyes go immediately to mymouth. "Hey, Edward?"

"Yeah?" His eyes are still on my mouth, and it's amazing how very seventeen I feelright now. Were this a different porch on a different street in this same tiny town,this could be the first-date kiss I missed out on a decade ago.

"Wanna kiss me?"

"Badly," he says.

Nope. Not gonna ruin it for ya. You’re just gonna have to read it yourself. By the way,my other favorite scene is a certain conversation they have in the diner about his...shall we say, experiences regarding creative sexual activities-slash foreplay that hadme spitting out my water and laughing hysterically. I won’t post it here because again, itwould just ruin too much, and I want you to RUN, not walk over to read it.

Now, most people know I’m a teacher. One of the aspects of this story I like the most(besides the obvious wonderful and true-to-life UST) is the school atmosphere and thecamaraderie among the teachers. I found myself laughing at Bella’s colleagues as theydown margaritas and nachos as they gossip about the student and teachers. Yes. Wedo that. We have lives. We have sex. We’re still awesome teachers. Same goes for theantics of the students; crushes on teachers, being pressured to be sexually active, boysbeing... well, BOYS. It’s all very entertaining to read.

The story is only eight chapters in, and she tends to update pretty frequently (most ofthe time daily), and it’s one of those “put everything down to read” fics for me. And afterreading most of TheFicChick’s stuff, I can safely rec just about everything else on herFFN profile. But read this one first. It will surely put a smile on your face... and you won’tlose any of your teeth from sugary sweets with no substance.

This is Not My Life by IsaKassees
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5540509/1/This_Is_Not_My_Life
Follow Bella as she tries to survive a madman's abduction and keep a stranger's child from succumbing to his wild fantasies, and follow Edward as he tries to stay sane searching for his daughter taken right before his eyes. Twilight - Rated: M

Going Under by sparklnfade
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7728698/1/Going_Under
It's been ten years since the summer Bella Swan's life changed. What will happen when she comes face to face with the reason for it? She went under once, will she go under again? AH ExB Twilight - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama

Just Breathe by Anhanninen
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8867529/1/Just-Breathe
After his wife dies, Edward's left alone to pick up the pieces of his brokenhearted daughter. He must swallow his pride and ask for help so that she can heal. He never imagined one woman could mend two hearts, just by listening. "Sometimes, all you can do is just breathe." All Human. Rated: Fiction M

Yosemite Decimal by MagTwi78
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8534317/1/Yosemite-Decimal
Bella has nailed her dream job as Seattle Times' newest Outdoors writer. She's found new friends and is settling into life in her new city. Things are coming together for her, but an arrogant stranger sends her reeling at every turn. Will her new life be as comfortable as she'd hoped, or is she set for a rocky ride? AH B&E M Rated: Fiction M

Monday, February 4, 2013

Meet the Poll: What we read in TLS this week

Each week we share with you what we are reading and enjoying. The following made the top of our lists last week. Please help us determine which 5 of these will be featured as fics of the week, next week, by choosing FIVE from the poll on the right!

A Wilderland by Phoegurl-rec'd by DollyReader
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7238434/1/A-Wilderland
Bella Swan has a destiny. A hunter of the dark, she was always meant for the world they tried to rip away from her. When her past refuses to stay past she finds herself in the fight for her life. AU-New Moon. Things have changed.
Rated: Fiction M

Between the Devil and The Deep Blue Sea by Jennde-rec'd by Runtagua
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6950000/1/Between-The-Devil-and-The-Deep-Blue-Sea
What do you do when the thing you want most is the one thing you can't have? A FGB novella for LikeToRead22 & Gemmabobella. Canon and non-canon pairings.
Rated: Fiction M

Breaking News by WriteOnTime-rec'd by TheFicChick
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5424559/1/Breaking-News
Two network news anchors. One desk. In a race to get the story, love might become the headline - if they don't kill each other first. AU/AH Canon Couples, smart people, particle physics, and tap dancing. Rated: Fiction M

Clementines by Nachos4Children-rec'd by Missus T
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5406133/1/Clementines
Bella hasn't had much luck in the love department. Will that luck change when she goes to college and runs into the handsome Dr. Carlisle Cullen? AH/AU OOC Non-canon. Rated M for language and lemons. Rated: Fiction M

Grasping Darkness, Hungry Light by KiyaRaven-rec'd by Six Dlbfive
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8800459/1/
I'd lived in the darkness for so long, I was afraid the light would blind me. But she was there. By my side. And she taught me how to live again. *Sequel to Grasping Darkness.* Rated: Fiction M

Hair of the Dog by Little Miss Tightly Wound-rec'd by Runtagua
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8528385/1/Hair-of-the-Dog
Love is never enough.
Rated: Fiction M

He Shoots, She Scores: The Full Story by WitchyVampireGirl-rec'd by Ysar
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8264586/1/He-Shoots-She-Scores-The-Full-Story
See how it all started. What did Bella do once she laid eyes on Edward Cullen to make sure he was hers. Watch as shy Bella stops at nothing to get her man. Human, canon couples, a bit OOC. Rated: Fiction M

Heart of Stone by Coldplaywhore-rec'd by Edmazing
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8874407/1/
Edward, in an effort to make use of his ability to read minds, uses his gifts to rid the truly evil people in the world and protect the innocent. Unfortunately, he never expected her to come along and change his life so drastically. Nothing will be the same. AU Vampward. Rated M

In Your Room by LayAtHomeMom-rec'd by Edmazing
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8664104/1/In-Your-Room
After years of bedroom boredom with Missionary Mike, can Bella find the sexual salvation she's seeking in the arms of campus hottie, Edward Cullen? Rated M for Edward's dirty mouth, Bella's inner whore, embarrassing situations and lemons galore. Rated: Fiction M

Kaleidoscope by Luvrofink-rec'd by Mssl Masen
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8244090/1/Kaleidoscope
The year is 2003. She's a good girl who finds herself tangled up with a not-so good guy. He's rough and damaged, but she doesn't care. She only wants to show him the light. Short chapters. BPOV. Rated: Fiction M

Life In the Balance by Mizzdee
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6484489/1/
Bella's hopes, dreams, life and future were violently ripped away. She finally finds the strength to do what it takes to save her sanity but at what price? Can the man hired to help her remain professional long enough to save her life?
Rated: Fiction M

Lose The One You Love by Discordia81-rec'd by Edmazing
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8385542/1/Lose-The-One-You-Love
San Francisco lawyer, Bella Swan, struggles to cope with the loss of her long-term boyfriend, Riley. Lonely and grief-stricken, she loses herself in a string of one-night stands, convinced she'll never find love again. Museum curator, Edward Cullen, may be the man to change Bella's mind. Could he be her second chance for love?
Rated: Fiction M

Point of No Return by NeedMyFix-rec'd by Ange de L'aube
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8690641/1/Point-of-No-Return
"Nothing, Edward. Not a word. You broke my trust and completely shattered me in the process. It's left us at a point of no return." There's always a reason why people do what they do.There's always another side to the story. Rated: Fiction M

The American President by Rushed-rec'd by Nic/Six Dlbfive/Jenn Granat
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8213149/1/The-American-President
As the President of the United States, Edward Cullen finds it difficult to meet women. So his brother secretly employs the services of an escort agency to help fulfill certain presidential needs. OOC AU Rated: Fiction M

Timing is Everything by Virginia May-rec'd by Six Dlbfive
http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6558020/1/Timing-is-Everything
Edward was the one great "what-if" of Bella's life. Eight years after he left her without a word, a crisis brings them face to face in an unexpected time and place. A novella written for Fandom for Preemies-2010. AU/AH. My first all-human story.
Rated: Fiction M

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