FanFiction Fridays – A Dabble in the Drabble Part 2

Last week on FanFiciton Fridays – A Dabble in the Drabble Part 1 we took a technical look at the literary format of Drabble writing and I rec’d two 100 word Drabble’s that had made an impression on me when I read them.

This week I am moving on to the Drabble-type fic, which appears to me to be a full literary work written with shorter or shortened chapters. We are seeing that, “Sometimes the name Drabble is given to any short piece of fiction writing that contains less than 1000 words.”

So, when we were discussing Drabble’s last week, some of you mentioned how much you enjoy the Drabble’s written by the exceptionally talented CaraNo;  well I totally agree!

I am a huge fan of CaraNo’s writing and have been following her work for quite some time now. I also belong to her Closed Facebook  Group (18+) where we discuss all of her “Drabble-ish fics”,  as she calls them on her FF.net  CaraNo Profile. She has actually written five of them; they are all excellent stories, with unique and captivating storylines that are well-written and all of them have been a pleasure to read.

They are as listed (each banner is an active link to access the story on FF.net):

And, last but certainly not least, my first rec for this week, CaraNo‘s most recent WIP, a “Drabble-ish fic” appropriately titled Together.

We started our Together journey on Nov. 10/11 and we already have 59 chapters and the storyline is going strong. This fic will be complete at 90 chapters, it is written in EPOV and is labeled  Family/Hurt/Comfort, and I must say it is definitely living up to these categories. Wow, it’s a wonderfully intense storyline that will have you aching to read the next chapter.

Diner owner Edward is secretly and romantically involved with one of his employees, Bella, but she is off-limits outside of work for a variety of reasons. Bella has secrets of her own, struggles that Edward wants to eradicate from her complicated life for her, but that is more easily said than done.

Chapter 2:

The rain is pouring down outside.

You’re not here, but… you haven’t called in sick.

I worry about you.

I sigh when Rose knocks on the door. She knows my misery. She knows about yours even more, which is why she understands that I can’t back off.

“She doesn’t answer the phone,” my sister tells me. Sadly.

Full of pity.

The pain is indescribable.

“I figured,” I mutter.

And Rose goes back to the kitchen.

Time to open the diner.

When I come home that night, Kate has questions… concerns.

You’re her best friend.

She’d kill me if she knew.

Together weaves an intricate storyline of Edward’s journey as he tries to discern how to overcome some major life-obstacles, so he can have a “real” and complete family; a lifelong relationship with Bella and her 5-year-old daughter, Sophie. He has the support of his sister Rose and Bella’s “best friend” Kate, but will all their combined support and strength be enough to help Bella overcome the series of obstacles in her way to a Happily Ever After, Together with Edward?

This story is completely enthralling, and it will have you guessing at every turn. You will be constantly formulating hypothesis as to whom and/or what is going to happen as the story continues. I have been reading since day 1 and I absolutely love this, and like all of CaraNo’s stories, it is very addicting. I’m certain that if you aren’t already reading this, you will not be disappointed when you do. I highly recommend reading this lovely fic. 😀

Summary for Together: “Edward tries. He tries hard, and he won’t give up. No matter the obstacle, he’ll work for their future. A future where they’re together. EPOV drabbles.

Twilight – Rated: M – English – Family/Hurt/Comfort – Chapters: 55 – Words: 14,033 – Reviews: 3589 – Updated: 11-16-11 – Published: 11-10-11 – Edward & Bella”

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7540529/1/Together

CaraNo’s Blog

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My second Drabble-type fic rec for this week is called Drowning, not waving by the creative author Bower-of-Bliss.

I didn’t start this WIP when it first started posting, it had been rec’d to me by numerous friends, but I didn’t jump into this pool of literary goodness until there were about 80 chapters posted, but when I started to read it, I couldn’t put it down! Drowning, not waving  is so amusing, it will have you literally lol, it’s great! So far we have 99 chapters and the author informed me we have about another 10-20 left before  it is complete.

The story begins with 30 yr old Bella Swan, who is actually a Speech Pathologist by trade, but teaches swimming lessons Sunday mornings for enjoyment. Bella is frustrated because, even though she has a great professional life, her personal life is quite lacking and it’s absolutely hilarious when Bella starts having life-assessing discussions with her vagina named Libby [a.k.a. ({‘}) ]. 😉 There are many entertaining conversations between Bella and Libby throughout the story, but they really get interesting when she meets the swoonworthy 27 yr old Edward Cullen, while teaching her new Waterbabes Daddy & Baby Swim Class.

Chapter 15:

“As the beautiful couple walk toward us, it plays out like a scene in a movie. They appear to be walking in slow motion.

The glamazon, who is momentarily preoccupied by something within the cavernous depths of her enormous leather diaper bag, appears to walk with the poise and grace of a runway supermodel.

Her long, soft, golden hair bounces prettily with every step, and as she passes by each of the narrow windows that are evenly dispersed along the length of the wall, her hair shines brilliantly in the sunlight.

Staring at the gorgeous woman, I feel as though I’m watching a TV commercial for Pantene.

The blond-bombshell has a figure that is to die for. Her legs are statuesque. Her neck is regal, and her breasts, although quite ample, don’t overwhelm her frame.

({‘}) I would totally go bisexual for her.

I’m not interested in becoming bisexual.

({‘}) But it would increase your chances of getting laid by fifty percent!

I’m allergic to pussy, anyway.

({‘}) You’re allergic to cats; it’s not the same thing.

I’m about to argue with her, but my mind is distracted by the breathtaking man who is pushing what looks to be one of those expensive Orbit Baby pushchairs that all the spawning celebs are going gaga over.

He is…

Devastatingly gorgeous.

Jaw-droppingly handsome.

Panty melting hotness.

({‘}) Wow!

You can say that again.

({‘}) Wow!

*Boom*

Um…what was that?

({‘}) I hate to be the one to tell you this, Bella, but I think your left ovary just exploded.”

LMAO, oh ladies you have to read this story, it really is excellent. Not only is it very amusing, there is some major UST (Unresolved Sexual Tension) going on in this well-written and involved storyline. Without giving away too many details, because the complexity and mystery of the character’s personas is part of the draw of this story, as you read Drowning, not waving you will discover there is much more to Edward and his family than originally meets the eye. I am thoroughly enjoying this Humor/Romance story, and anxiously await the daily updates.

Summary for Drowning, not waving : “She’s the swim instructor who teaches the Daddy and Baby Classes. Although he’s a forbidden man, her attraction to the new daddy, Edward, is instantaneous. Can Bella drown her libido and maintain her professionalism? B x E x H2O equals slippery when wet.

Twilight – Rated: M – English – Humor/Romance – Chapters: 98 – Words: 66,607 – Reviews: 4331 – Updated: 11-15-11 – Published: 9-16-11 – Bella & Edward”

http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7385794/1/Drowning_not_waving

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So, there you have it, two FanFiction Fridays entailing A Dabble in the Drabble.  As the popularity of this unique writing format continues to grow, I am certain we will also continue to see more original and interesting Drabble FanFiction stories.

Please share what’s been owning you this week in the FanFiction world. xx MC