The Fanfic Writers' Craft

By: @pebblysand & @copper_dust
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  • 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
  • S3E8. 2024 Wrap-Up (Or, Stop Treating Fanfic Like Social Media)

    S3E8. 2024 Wrap-Up (Or, Stop Treating Fanfic Like Social Media)
    Dec 27 2024
    In this episode, Jo (@pebblysand) & Lani (@copper-dust) reflect on their 2024 fanfiction journeys and podcast highlights. They discuss notable shifts in fandom dynamics, including the growing conversation around engagement and the impact of binge-reading culture on commenting. They share their favourite reads and writers of the year, personal writing milestones, and thoughts on scenes or lines they especially enjoyed creating. They also highlight some fun podcast statistics and celebrate milestones, like their interview on @mindthetagspod.As you will see, this episode comes with a bittersweet announcement: Lani (@copper_dust) will be stepping back as a regular co-host in 2025. While this was a tough decision for her mostly due to IRL circumstances, I (@pebblysand) want to express my deepest gratitude for Lani’s incredible contributions to the podcast. Lani, thank you for your hard work, your insights, and the amazing conversations we've shared—on and off the mic. I will miss you so dearly! 💛But for me, this isn’t goodbye! I (@pebblysand) am thrilled to share that the podcast will continue with a new co-host: @btelling, aka Nargles15 on AO3! 🎙️ You may know her for her brilliant dystopian fanfiction The Squib or her guest episode from season one (check it out here!). We’re already hard at work brainstorming fresh ideas for the new season, which will launch in late January 2025. Have suggestions? Let us know—we’d love your input!Thank you all for an amazing 2024. Your support, comments, and enthusiasm mean the world to us. Here’s to more creativity, connection, and fandom fun in 2025. Wishing you a joyful end to the holiday season! 🎄✨This week, we mention: Books: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan ; Normal People by Sally Rooney ; Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt ; The Things They Carried by Tim O'BrienFandoms: Harry Potter ; The Good Wife ; Spooks ; Peaky Blinders ; The Song of AchillesFics: castles by pebblysand ; Merry Men by copper_dust ; Check the Spindle by copper_dustFilms: Small Things Like These (2024 adaptation)Podcasts: [Mind The Tags] Interview with Lani and Jo ; [The Fanfic Writers' Craft] S3E5. Motifs & Symbolism ; [The Fanfic Writers' Craft] S3E6. Money, Business & Economics ; [The Fanfic Writers' Craft] S3E1. Audience ; [The Fanfic Writers' Craft] S3E4. Use of Time in Narrative ; [The Fanfic Writers' Craft] S2E4. Writing Dystopian Hellscapes with @Nargles15TV: The Good Wife ; Other: Sally Rooney Is Irish (essay)Our inspirations this year were: Lani: Baejax and Johaerys (writers in the Song of Achilles fandom)Jo: Sundew (fic) and the podfic version of castles by josnailYour recommendations for this month are:Intermezzo by Sally RooneyWicked (2024 film)And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts The Boys in the Band (original 1970 film)You can find us online at:The Fanfic Writer’s Craft: tumblr ; spotify ; ko-fiLani (@copper-dust): tumblr ; AO3Jo (@pebblysand): tumblr ; AO3
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    51 mins
  • S3E7. Writing Emotion (Or, Not Everybody Has To Have Trauma)

    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)

    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

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