The Fanfic Writers' Craft

By: @pebblysand & @copper_dust
  • Summary

  • The Fanfic Writers’ Craft is a podcast that discusses all things fanfiction with a focus on the art and science of writing for the enjoyment of fan communities. Every two weeks, Jo and Lani (otherwise known in fandom as @pebblysand and @copper_dust) sit down for a fun, multi-fandom, fanfic-related chat and delve into particular topics such as: the particularities of writing and reading fanfiction, monetisation, how to build a fanfiction plot, etc. Hope you enjoy! You can find us and contact us at: https://thefanficwriterscraft.tumblr.com/
    Jo & Lani 2022
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Episodes
  • S3E7. Writing Emotion (Or, Not Everybody Has To Have Trauma)
    Oct 21 2024

    In this episode, Jo (@pebblysand) and Lani (@copper-dust) discuss the art of evoking emotion in fanfiction, focusing on how to craft narratives that resonate deeply with readers. They explore the importance of allowing readers to connect with characters through their positive traits, rather than relying solely on trauma, with Lani emphasizing the "show, don’t tell" approach to avoid emotional manipulation.


    Jo shares how she draws inspiration from observing others, while Lani incorporates her own emotional experiences, particularly when handling intense themes like grief and trauma. They also discuss the challenge of pacing emotional scenes in longer works, and Jo stresses the value of outlining to maintain balance.


    This week, we mention:

    • Books: Intermezzo by Sally Rooney ; Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery ; Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by JK Rowling
    • Fics: castles by pebblysand ; The Seam Between by copper_dust ; the fault in faulty manufacturing by pebblysand ; Check the Spindle by copper_dust
    • Films: Love Actually
    • TV: Friends ; Anne with an E ; The Good Wife
    • Other: Jo’s Tumblr post about writing emotional scenes

    Your recommendations for this week are:

    • And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts
    • Capital (TV series)
    • American Horror Story & American Horror Stories

    You can find us online at:

    • The Fanfic Writer’s Craft: tumblr ; spotify ; ko-fi
    • Lani (@copper-dust): tumblr ; AO3
    • Jo (@pebblysand): tumblr ; AO3
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    51 mins
  • S3E6. Money, Business & Economics (Or, Here's The Link To Our Ko-Fi)
    Sep 21 2024

    In this episode, Jo (@pebblysand) and Lani (@copper-dust) discuss the significance of writing about money, business, and economics in fanfiction. They explore how these themes can add depth and realism to stories by reflecting the financial decisions and social class differences between characters. Lani touches on how class dynamics and poverty are central to her stories, while Jo discusses how economic power imbalances are intentionally woven into castles. They also share challenges in portraying historical economic realities and prices, and in making business plotlines engaging. They finally show how using these themes can enhance character development and world-building, making fanfiction both entertaining and thought-provoking.


    This week, we mention:

    • Books: Room by Emma Donoghue ; Slammerkin by Emma Donoghue ; The Wonder by Emma Donoghue
    • Fandoms: Harry Potter
    • Fics: castles by pebblysand ; Merry Men by copper_dust ; Check The Spindle by copper_dust
    • Films: It Ends With Us ;
    • TV: The Bear ; Abbott Elementary ;
    • Other: Coffee Shop Post

    Your recommendations for this week are:

    • Sundew by elen (elennaen)

    You can find us online at:

    • The Fanfic Writer’s Craft: tumblr ; spotify ; ko-fi
    • Lani (@copper-dust): tumblr ; AO3
    • Jo (@pebblysand): tumblr ; AO3
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    43 mins
  • Summer Hiatus Announcement
    Jun 19 2024

    The pod will be going on hiatus until September! If you want to stay in touch, you can find us online at:

    • The Fanfic Writer’s Craft: tumblr ; spotify ; ko-fi
    • Lani (@copper-dust): tumblr ; AO3
    • Jo (@pebblysand): tumblr ; AO3

    Have a lovely summer!

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    1 min

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