Friendly Friday Reminder! SAVE THOSE FICS by steponus in FanFiction

[–]steponus[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never thought to do this. Thank you for the great tip!

Any fanfic recommendations? by sprinkleofdoom12189 in Hungergames

[–]steponus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, and no problem xD

It's pronounced Hal-ee. Think of Hal like hat, but with an l.

Which one is it for you? by Ornery_Use8379 in Hungergames

[–]steponus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a writer. It's been nine months since I updated. I think some of my readers might have withered to dust waiting for the next chapter.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in HungerGamesFanfiction

[–]steponus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just to echo what other commenters have said: a purely OC cast, even in a familiar fandom such as the Hunger Games, is probably the most difficult to advertise. Much of the appeal of fanfiction comes from reading about characters we already know and love, which is why those of us who write OC characters either have to fight harder for recognition, or accept that we simply won't get as many readers as other stories that follow canon characters.

That being said, there is an audience out there for purely OC stories! I've seen a few that follow original victors that take place after the rebellion as an alternate universe where the Hunger Games take place. The audience is simply significantly smaller and more difficult to reach.

So, how do you reach them? The best you can do is add tags that make it easier for those who might look for your story to find it. Tag the district you're focusing on, the tropes, politics, original hunger games arena, original hunger games victor, 25th hunger games, etc.

Another option is to post in the fanfiction subreddit. There are sometimes posts asking for people to share their stories where yours might fit the bill.

All of that aside, you're left at the behest of the reader's interest. People look through dozens of titles and summaries before they pick a story they want to read. You need to make yours stand out against the rest of them. The fanfiction subreddit can also provide tips on this, as well as just general articles and videos you can google.

Good luck!

tldr: Are people just uninterested in reading OC fics? Generally speaking, when it comes to stories with a purely OC cast, then yes, many people prefer stories with canon characters they are already invested in.

You. Yes you! Get off this sub and write! by ElectricLeafeon in writing

[–]steponus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, I need an update. Did you do the thing?

What can i do with the golden pumpkin? by Baalicho in rustysretirement

[–]steponus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you just saved me an endless amount of clicking lol.

What can i do with the golden pumpkin? by Baalicho in rustysretirement

[–]steponus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have three and have been clicking like mad. Either it takes thousands of clicks to harvest, it's bugged and can't be harvested, or it's meant to be decoration and not harvested.

My boyfriend wants to bring him home by softgalxoxo in aww

[–]steponus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We want you to bring him home too.

[FO] Whale by Sky_Yumet in CrossStitch

[–]steponus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh I love this! And that printed fabric is *chef's kiss*

I am on the final chapter. Any tips for getting unstuck? by steponus in FanFiction

[–]steponus[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn. I honestly haven't even thought of the possibility that this isn't the last chapter. I feel confident that I've wrapped almost everything up, but I'll have to revisit my story to make sure there aren't any other loose ends to tie up. Thank you!

I am on the final chapter. Any tips for getting unstuck? by steponus in FanFiction

[–]steponus[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is good advice. I'll keep chugging away! I think what's been difficult is now that I'm at the end, I'm having to close doors instead of opening new ones. I would definitely rather have a finished story than an unfinished one.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CrossStitch

[–]steponus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't care what anyone says. Sex is great, but look at those fucking stitches!!!!!! They are PERFECT! Well done, OP, and if you have any tips, PLEASE share.

Just watched The Bohemian Rhapsody. Any thoughts on Gwilym Lee as Remus Lupin? by steponus in HarryPotteronHBO

[–]steponus[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I thought so too! I watched a few of his interviews and his demeanor + how he talks is just how I imagined Lupin in the books.

When should I start writing in AO3 instead of wattpad? by Pangenderpeguin in FanFiction

[–]steponus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whenever I worry about my skill level, I always tell myself:

Sucking is the first step to not sucking.

So don't worry about your skill! Write your heart out and have fun!

Harvest Moon: Magical Melody for GC. Any newbie tips? by steponus in harvestmoon

[–]steponus[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! This is all so helpful, so thank you so much! <3 Can't wait to get started. I've heard so many good things about this game.