The Athenaeum's Xena:Warrior Princess Fan Fiction Index
~ What's New In The Athenaeum Scroll Archive ~


Tuesday, September 30, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

Monday, September 29, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • There is a new Top-25 list.
  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • Part 4 (18 more pages) of Dragonjuls (JM Dragon)'s alternative Über featuring Catherine and Jace, Two Steps Forward One Back (48 pages). This is the latest in the Define Destiny Series, which began with Define Destiny, and was followed by Haunting Shadows, In Pursuit of Dreams, Actions and Consequences, and All Our Tomorrows.
  • Heruda's alternative Über, a short PWP written for fun...After Work Stress Reliever (5 pages).
  • Ana Ortiz's alternative Über tour de force, Habáname (258 pages), listed on MaryD's Site has s few link problems, so we have added the link to the page that lists Parts 5-10 on that story's Notes Section.

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Connecting Hearts by Cephalgia and MJ (alternative, Über, 200+ Pages)
        This story was incredible. I've never laughed so much or cry so much. Make sure that you have a large stock of tissues nearby before you even start reading this story, cause trust me you are going to need them. Not only for the sad parts but from the tears that you will be shedding through the laughter as well. - Cheyenne Sep 29th, 2003
    Swimming for Shore by Little Mac (alternative, Über, 183 Pages)
        I have read a lot of fan fics but this one and The Nearest Distant Shore held me captive from start to finish. The emotional rollercoast that this story put me through is beyond any thing I have ever experienced while reading other stories. This story took me from laughter all the way through to crying my eyes out. This is one story that I will never get tired of reading over and over again. - Anonymous Sep 29th, 2003
    Indecision by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        I wanted to reach in and grab this woman. No one should be in a situation like that. No one should live like that. No one should feel that they are no better than anyone else. The character cannot change the woman. The character cannot help the woman unless she really truely and honestly wants to. So don't change to fit into some life like that. That character should be out the door and live her life and not the others. GREAT STORY!! Will always remember it! - T. Stratton Sep 28th, 2003
    Two Shorten The Road by Irish (alternative, Über, 132 Pages)
        this is a beautiful story about a deep friendship... and for me, it's not a lesbian story ! congratulations to Irish for this Uber !!! - laurence Sep 28th, 2003

Sunday, September 28, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • Here's an announcement regarding DS Bauden:
    I have decided to extend My Guardian, My Friend, and the new chapters are being posted to my Yahoo Groups List until it is finished! I'm up to Part 4 now, so if you'd like join my list and get a first hand peek and have an opportunity to give early feedback on the new and improved tale, please come join us!

    Di Bauden
  • Here's an open letter we have been asked to post by Amy Murphy:
    To whoever might be concerned:

    It was brought to my attention that there was a review posted for LJ Maas Rebecca's Cove at a site called Openbook supposedly written by me.

    I did not write that review. I have called and e-mailed Larry at Open Book asking for it to be removed as I do not appreciate my name and address being used in this way. I also don't mess with people's jobs, a lesson others need to learn.

    Secondly, I'm not nor have ever been an 'Uber' reader. I have never read any of the authors mentioned in the review and anyone who knows me knows that.

    Apparently my impostor didn't. I also have no earthly idea who Cruise or Stoley are. I wouldn't even know about this, if someone hadn't pointed it out.

    Having someone impersonate me is upsetting. What bothers me even more is that the so-called "victim," even before this review was posted, was sending emails implying that certain persons were after her and writing unpleasant reviews as some form of revenge. And then, lo and behold, the one with my name on it appeared.

    Starting a self-righteous rally to feel important, when what is needed is more contact with reality is bad enough. What is worse is the brown-nosing followers who would probably jump off a bridge if told to do so, are gathering behind the victim in this crass toast.

    One thing the "Verse" still hasn't learned is, don't follow; think for yourself, and find things out for yourself. Just because someone smiles, and talks fluently, doesn't mean they aren't flying under your bullshit detectors. Bluntly, pull your heads out of your asses and don't believe everything spoon fed to you.

    Amazon and Openbook have been notified on all accounts.

    When I make mistakes I own up to them, another lesson others need to learn. I have sat through numerous lies spread about me and did nothing, but this time I want people to know a bit more of what is really going on. That is, someone, not me, is playing games.

    To the person who wants to pretend to be me? At least try to write like me and pick a topic that I would care about.

    Sincerely bored,
    The 'Real'
    Amy 'Murphy'

  • From the Archives of MaryD's AXIP Fan Fiction - The Bard's Corner Website -
    Ana Ortiz's alternative X&G tale, Fiction (7 pages), and her alternative Über tour de force, Habáname (258 pages).
    Silk and TZ's alternative romp A NitWit Guide For Alt Fanfic Collaborators (14 pages), and the alternative X&G Agony (12 pages).
    Susanne M. Beck (Sword'n'Quill)'s alternative Conquereor tale with a twist, I, Conqueror (156 pages), and her intriguing alternative tale, Desert Storm (129 pages), based on DJWP's powerful tale, Lost Soul Walking (44 pages).


  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Equal To The Gods by LadyKate (alternative, 259 Pages)
        We waited more than one year for this story, and personally I can only say the wait was very well worth. It’s really an especial treat! The kind of story that once you read the first paragraph you can’t stop before you read the last one. And when you do, it will still be in your mind. It isn’t a forgettable story. LadyKate handled a very unique plot in a way that’s unique to her and that makes her, in my opinion, the best bard of the Xenaverse. EQUAL TO THE GODS deals with a very polemic and disturbing issue, but LadyKate is the kind of writer that can write about just anything and it will be always tasteful, elegant, intelligent, thrilling and yet, extremely honest. It’s so well written that you can easily “see” the characters in the action when you read it. Some moments of EQUAL TO THE GODS may be a little disturbing (be ready for that!) but it’s definitely a great reading. You can never foresee which path the story is going to take and you can never have an idea how it’s going to end before you get there. - Lucia Beltrao Sep 28th, 2003
    Sunne in Scarlet (The) by Nene Adams (Bardwynna) (alternative, Über, 148 Pages)
        I enjoyed the story although I found the pages to be a bit graphics heavy. Took forever to freaking load. - KellysTigger Sep 28th, 2003
    Agents of Destruction by Ri (alternative, Über, 48 Pages)
        I have read all the segments of this fine series and I think it gets more interesting on each outing. In this story I found myself very intriqued by Lara's journey and how Sarah's love helped and soothed her. Really well done. - June Sep 27th, 2003
    Camping Out by J.A. Bard (alternative, Über, 111 Pages)
        I thought this story was very fast paced and tense. I liked it a lot. The only thing I would have liked was a little more backround on Claire. I hope there is a sequel so we can get to know all the great characters better in this story. - Swampaa Sep 27th, 2003

Saturday, September 27, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Athenaeum's Fan Fiction Sites Page has been updated, as Gemini is finally BACK!!! S. Anne Gardner and Lisa S.'s site is once again up and will be updating soonly with new stuff! J
  • Shadylady's alternative Über Indecision (3 pages).
  • Part 9 of L. Crystal Michallet-Romero's alternative novel, The Curse of Higuchi (Completed story is 601 pages), has been re-posted after being reworked for misspellings, typos, grammatical errors, and overuse of words.

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Return (The) by Tas (alternative, Über, 306 Pages)
        God this is now one of my fave's!!! I absolutely love this bard.. I can't wait for them to write another one!! MORE PLZ!!!!!!!!! The characters are so unique and yet retain the base elemets of X&G. Simply Amazing! I don't want to give any spoilers but you would be completely mad to overlook this epic novel!
    - Snuff Sep 27th, 2003
    Cry For Help (A) by Debbie Dee (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        AWESOME PIECE OF WRITING!! Heart wrenching to know that what you said is so true for a lot of woman. May they all know that they can be true to themeselves and be who they need to be. Life is way to short and I hope your story makes someone take the steps to be who they are and not someone elses preception of a person they think they should be. - Tina Sep 27th, 2003
    Somewhere In Time by DS Bauden (alternative, Über, 62 Pages)
        Having not read the original book or seen the movie, I really enjoyed this story and found myself remembering clues and really getting in to it myself - norma thompson Sep 26th, 2003
    Courageous Hearts by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 53 Pages)
        I fed the bards direct, saying how much I loved this story and would love to buy it if it's published. - norma thompson Sep 26th, 2003
    Above All Honor by Radclyffe (alternative, Über, 88 Pages)
        I enjoyed all 3 in the Honor series and bought the novels. My favourite author by far. I also bought Safe Harbor my fave and Loves Melody Lost. Radclyffe has a way of making you feel involved with the characters well done! - norma thompson Sep 26th, 2003
    Pillow Talk by Dana Cory (alternative, 5 Pages)
        Very funny !!! - Anonymous Sep 26th, 2003
    Equal To The Gods by LadyKate (alternative, 259 Pages)
        LadyKate handles the characters and their relationships pertaining to each other with respect and care. You definitely have to an open mind about all of the relationships involved here and mature enough to understand the issues that are depicted in this story. It's not for the weak of heart, that is for certain.

    - Jenn Sep 26th, 2003
    Phone Call - The Other Side of the Ring (The) by Lady J and Dimples (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        I really enjoyed reading the phone call and am very glad you wrote this one. It was very good and hope to read more on it soon. - Debbie Dee Sep 25th, 2003
    I'll Be Coming Home by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        This was a very good story but very sad. I really enjoyed reading it. Thank you for writing it and hope to read more of your good work. - Debbie Dee Sep 25th, 2003
    Alone by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        Just finished reading this story. It is really good and well written. I can feel the emotions that went into the writing of this as I read it. Very good Tina. I liked it. - Debbie Dee Sep 25th, 2003
    Letting Go (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        This story made me cry as I read it. The circumstances could have been mine. Thank you for writing this story even with all the pain. - Christine Sep 25th, 2003
    Cry For Help (A) by Debbie Dee (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        Debbie,
    I could feel the heart pain and anquish that has gone into writing on this topic. I believe as wives and mothers, all of us have at one time or another had similiar thoughts. Thank you for sharing this with us. Well written.
    - Nancy Sep 25th, 2003
    Cry For Help (A) by Debbie Dee (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        Debbie Dee....what can I say. It's not often that we get to see the flip side of a wife and mothers ordeal. It made me sad to think that a woman could spend her whole life...girding someone else up and at the end of the day...feel like it hasn't been worth it. Being a spouse isn't easy in the best situation, but what you have here....made me more appreciative of my own mother...and for that I thank you. You did such an awesome job of writing this DD...GREAT JOB!! ....really - ne-ne Sep 25th, 2003
    Phone Call - The Other Side of the Ring (The) by Lady J and Dimples (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        I was hoping to see more and here it is. Very interesting dynamic. - Anonymous Sep 25th, 2003

Thursday, September 25, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • The Athenaeum's Fan Fiction Sites Page has been updated with 2 additional sites.
  • We'd like to welcome TWO new bards to The Athenaeum - Irish and A.K. Naten! Irish offers a pair of alternative works. The first is a post-FIN X&G work titled I Won't Be The One To Let Go (27 pages). The second is the very dramatic Über, Two Shorten The Road (132 pages).
  • A.K. Naten's has penned the alternative Über, Love Thy Neighbor (24 pages).
  • The eighth installment (38 more pages) of Red Hope's alternative Über formerly named Test Trial Uber, now Maryland State Trooper #1153 (162 pages).
  • Shadylady's alternative Über, I'll Be Coming Home (3 pages), sequel and closure to The Letting Go (2 pages).
  • Debbie Dee's 'what if' tale: A Cry For Help (2 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Surviving Hope by Ri (alternative, 6 Pages)
        A buddy of mine sent me this story saying it was a nice take on the what happened at the end of season three. What I didn't expect was how much it would touch my heart. A very sweet story. - Aggie Sep 25th, 2003
    Phone Call - The Other Side of the Ring (The) by Lady J and Dimples (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        I was hoping to see more and here it is. Very interesting dynamic. - Anonymous Sep 25th, 2003
    Play It Again, Sam by Ali Vali (alternative, Über, 120 Pages)
        There was magic in this author's finger tips as she wove this totally delightful, bewitchingly enchanting, and thoroughly entertaining romantic fictional tale. This is an awesome story, people! This story is a MUST READ! Then you'll be able to see for yourself just what I'm talking about. I have never, ever been disappointed in in this author's ability to write a most superb story. And she has done so again with this one, "Play It Again Sam". Thank you Ali Vali for making yesterday evening's reading event an unforgettable one for me. - MjM Sep 25th, 2003
    Flames of a Soul by Larisa (alternative, Über, 70 Pages)
        this story plus chase the storm are my faves always lots of laughs with larisas stories am still waiting for a combination of her stories to be published whats wrong with the publishers not to latch on to these? - norma thompson Sep 24th, 2003
    I Want by Taleweaver (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        Wow, how brilliantly disturbing! What a great read! Taleweaver gets dark, but in a well written short story. Someone's partner is late, but what will we find as we come along for the ride? A shocking finish.
    Well worth the read. - Denise Sep 24th, 2003
    My Best Friend by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        Nice to read a good love store without having sex as part of the plot. Would recommend to anyone who wants to read a sweet story. - Rachel Sep 24th, 2003
    Love Connection (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        Would like to see more of these characters to see what might have come out of the relationship. Written in an entertaining way. - Rachel Sep 24th, 2003

Wednesday, September 24, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • T. Stratton's maudlin ramble, Alone (2 pages).
  • Lady J and Dimples's alternative Über The Phone Call - The Other Side of the Ring (4 pages), follow up to The Phone Call (4 pages).

  • Newly posted at The Royal Academy Of Bards -
    Three more enticing erotic tales from Mavis Applewater: Lady Dunnesbury (18 pages), The Cabana (6 pages), and Breakfast With Amelia (16 pages).
    Part 4 (6 more pages) of S King's alternative XENA and the Fairy Folk (12 pages)
    Parts 22-24 (31 more pages) of Vertigo's alternative Über Hidden Desires (182 pages).


  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        I wanted to hate this, but I found myself laughing so that blew that right out of the water. Brilliantly done. LOL
    - Sarah Sep 24th, 2003
    Watching Her by Gentle Rebel (alternative, Über, 1 Pages)
        Perfect. Short, simple and perfect. - Emi Sep 24th, 2003
    Fate by DE Salsbury (alternative, Über, 300+ Pages)
        I have never been one for reading long stories especially when they are not finished. With that said, I am so glad I made an exception to this rule for Fate.
    Fate is an amazing story with a well developed plot line and three dimensional characters. I can honestly say, unlike most of the longer stories I have read, this one has never had a dull moment. This story is a very entertaining mixture of intrigue, humor and action.
    Nice job D E Salsbury, keep up the good work.
    - Summer Sep 24th, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        I have to admit this was brilliant and totally hysterical. I was cackling so much my lover asked if I was planning to lay a dozen eggs soon. LOL Just wonderful being able to laugh. MORE PLEASE! :)
    - Carol Sep 24th, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        Amy (I hope that's not your real name... It will make it too easy for them to find you & serve you court papers), THANK YOU! One question... Did Joe LoDuca do your musical arrangements? BRILLIANT!!! P.S. Don't worry I'll contribute to your defense fund. - Full of Grace Sep 23rd, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        This made me laugh so hard I pissed my pants! Where do I send the cleaning bill? Please don't keep us waiting too long for the next part! - Kaye's Boi Sep 23rd, 2003
    Starbird by Kerry McCommon (alternative, Über, 59 Pages)
        I was originally going to write about "Tango" and ask... is that all? But then I saw the story "Starbird", and happily read that one too. I've always been a big sci-fi fan, so I really enjoyed the story. But now I ask... is that all? The end of "Starbird" left so many questions unanswered... did they make it back to DSS Zebra? Did they ever go back to the M class planet? Did Kay and Carter ever have children? Did Loryn and her tribe ever return to Earth? If not, were they able to continue to reproduce and survive? Etc., etc., etc.

    I was unable to contact these author to ask this questions because the email address listed is no longer valid. I hope the author reads this or someone that knows the author reads this and passes along my praise for the story, and my hope that we will be graced with another sequel. I for one would be a very willing reader. - Rosa Sep 23rd, 2003

Tuesday, September 23, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • Ali Vali's alternative Über Ramses and Sarah Series: To Capture A Heart (38 pages), Promise Me Forever (47 pages), and Sex, Wives and Misunderstandings (34 pages).

  • Newly posted at The Royal Academy Of Bards -
    Parts 12-15 (The Conclusion) (71 more pages) of Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman's alternative Über Revolution (Completed story is 227 pages).
    Parts 8-11 (55 more pages) of Lois Kay's alternative Über Murrook Farm (79 pages). This is the sequel to The Reef (300 pages).
    Part 14 (The Conclusion) of Denic's alternative Über Something I Said (Complete Story is 80 pages).
    Part 1-2 of Zee's alternative Über D'Artagnan (25 pages).
    Gentle Rebel's alternative Über Watching Her (1 page).
    Part 1 of Carlisle's alternative Über Sotto La Luna (21 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Letting Go (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        Heart crushing, philosophical, an entry in a personnel journal? Honest in it's simplicity. Daring and courageous in this authors style. Shadylady has once again found her way in to my heart with small words. I see myself and the events of my life reflected so clearly in her stories. Letting Go by Shadylady is a story to feel EMPATHY with. - SammyLee Sep 23rd, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        OH GOD! Good thing you have a spew warning here! LOL! When is the next part? - paws Sep 23rd, 2003
    Letting Go (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        It is rare that I would ever read something that made me speechless. But mere words could not express the sorrow I felt nor show the true irony of this story...In order to live we have to move on but I have to thank Shadylady for taking a moment to express a hurt that many have experienced, but few have a chance to meditate upon.
    Thank you Shadylady...this was more than a great story.....it was and will remain...a true work of art. - a-non Sep 22nd, 2003
    Letting Go (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        I too have fallen into this cateory of loving and having to let go. Shadylady has captured the heartbreak in a remarkable way while at the same time still holding hope out as a beacon. - Anonomous Sep 22nd, 2003

Monday, September 22, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • There's a new Top-25 list. One very talented bard gets a 1-2 finish, as well as a "first ever" record at well!  A one week record for total number of stories read was also set this week on The Athenaeum!
  • We've archived July and August What's New entries.  All of our Archives may be found here.
  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! luvthatxena offers us the alternative X&G tale, The Dream (13 pages).
  • J.A. Bard's alternative mystery crime-drama Über, Camping Out (111 pages).
  • Shadylady's cathartic alternative Über, The Letting Go (2 pages).
  • S. Berry's tantalizing alternative Über, Leather (14 pages).
  • Part 22 (7 more pages) of Anita Louise's alternative Über, Fire Within (187 pages).
  • Part 3 (17 more pages) of Dragonjuls (JM Dragon)'s alternative Über featuring Catherine and Jace, Two Steps Forward One Back (31 pages). This is the latest in the Define Destiny Series, which began with Define Destiny, and was followed by Haunting Shadows, In Pursuit of Dreams, Actions and Consequences, and All Our Tomorrows.
  • Part 8 of L. Crystal Michallet-Romero's alternative novel, The Curse of Higuchi (Completed story is 601 pages), has been re-posted after being reworked for misspellings, typos, grammatical errors, and overuse of words.
  • Since we posted this trilogy in reverse when we added it a few days ago, we are re-posting Susanne M. Beck (Sword'n'Quill)'s series which begins with the powerful alternative Xippy Award winning Über, Redemption (369 pages), followed by it's Xippy Award winning sequel, Retribution (362 pages), which is followed by the third and final entry to this trilogy: Restitution (352 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Phone Call (The) by Lady J (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        Wow. Just Wow. Will there be more? - Anonymous Sep 22nd, 2003
    Surviving Hope by Ri (alternative, 6 Pages)
        This was such a wonderful story that told us alot and was touching and entertaining. I really loved it. Thank you Ri! - jackie Sep 22nd, 2003
    Revolution by Kim Pritekel and Alexa Hoffman (alternative, Über, 63 Pages)
        I have no words to do this story justice in a revuew. I can only encourage you to read it. In a way I envy you. You will read this story with fresh eyes for the first time, You have a remarkable trip aheed. ENJOY. - SammyLee Sep 21st, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        You read my mind here, just couldn't put it in a hysterical way like you did. ROTFLMHO! - Anonymous Sep 21st, 2003
    Peloponnesian War (The):Book 1:Precursors by Baermer (alternative, 90 Pages)
        I tried e-mailing the author directly but had my mail returned. So, I will comment here. Wow! This is an awesome story! I'm glad it's so long because I'm gonna hate to see it end. Thanks for some great reading. - Jenny D. Maher Sep 21st, 2003

Sunday, September 21, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • The Athenaeum's Top 25 Awards have been given to those bards that have reached the No. 1 spot on our Weekly Top 25 List through December 30th, 2002!
  • The seventh installment (25 more pages) of Red Hope's alternative Über formerly named Test Trial Uber, now Maryland State Trooper #1153 (137 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Love Connection (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        I know in my heart this will have a very happy ending... never in my life would I have thought love online could really happend! Never even believed in it till now! Thank you for telling this wonderful tale and I know I sure cant wait for that happy ending! - the one whos in the dog house the most! Sep 21st,
    Honey-Dew by Shadylady and Wizzy (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        Ok, demented? Can I tell them WHO this is about? LMAO... Shadylady, I can't begin to tell you the fun I have everytime I go into Walmarts now! TY for helping me tell this so true tale! The laughter we have shared over this is one is beyond words, I pull this up when its been a bad day. I think WW said it best... we are certifiable! I look forward to writting the bottle-washing story with you! Wonder how we will do the research for THAT one? - Wizzy Sep 21st, 2003
    Under The Stars by Carol (alternative, Über, 14 Pages)
        [Fan Fiction Editor's Note: Oops! Thanks for catching that - it has been corrected.]
    This story is listed as lesbian. It is not. - Grommetik Sep 20th, 2003
    Woman of My Dreams by Debbie Dee (alternative, Über, 16 Pages)
        What a great story, Debbie Dee. I enjoyed the chemistry between Jamie and Casey and the plot was excellent. Thank you very much for a good read. Keep up with the wonderful work. - Red Hope Sep 20th, 2003
    Hesed by Mayt (alternative, Über, 124 Pages)
        [Fan Fiction Editor's Note: All the links are correct and active on MaryD's - the servers may have been overloaded.]
    There seems to be a break in the link to the story!! Please help me find it!! - Coal Damian Sep 20th, 2003
    Frizzle Gets A Little Brother by Taleweaver (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        Frizzle is an adorable young dragon, and I truly hope his series is continued. Finally, a short story I can read to my daughter that won't take forever to get through!
    We both enjoyed this one! - Mary M.E Sep 20th, 2003
    A Day In The Daycare by Taleweaver (alternative, 2 Pages)
        I felt my heartstrings tugged with this brief look at little Xena and Gabrielle. How cute! I wonder though, are there any more like this? - Mary M.E Sep 20th, 2003
    Darkness Behind The Desk by Taleweaver (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        Darkness Behind the Desk is a most unique story that will challenge your faith in your government and society. It will make you think about where we have gone, how far man has come and how far we COULD go. This story is short, but very entertaining, and most definitely worth a read. - Mary M.E Sep 20th, 2003
    Love Connection (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 3 Pages)
        This is a very interesting tale. I would like to see more from this writer to see how the relationship turns out. - Sue Sep 20th, 2003
    Be My Guide by Ri (alternative, 3 Pages)
        I don't know which Xena I loved more before the Chakram was united or after. It was a well done story that really took an honest look at Xena in this episode and what made her the warrior we love. - andi Sep 19th, 2003
    LA Metropolitan by R. Nolan (alternative, Über, 93 Pages)
        One of the best ever. Dont You miss it. - Keegan Conner Sep 19th, 2003
    In A Heartbeat by R. Nolan (alternative, Über, 158 Pages)
        SUPERB...ONE in a million... But where is the rest???? Need MORE PLZ - Keegan Conner Sep 19th, 2003

Friday, September 19, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

Thursday, September 18, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • To those of you in the path of Hurricane Isabel, our prayers are with you!
  • The sixth installment (18 more pages) of Red Hope's alternative Über formerly named Test Trial Uber, now Maryland State Trooper #1153 (119 pages).
  • Shadylady's alternative Über The Love Connection (3 pages).

  • Newly posted at MaryD's AXIP Fan Fiction - The Bard's Corner Website -
    Mayt's Part 2 and the Conclusion (129 more pages) of her alternative Conqueror tale: My Lord (54 pages).


  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Lederhosen, French Toast and Telemarketing by dabkey (alternative, Über, 12 Pages)
        It's a real gift when a bard can a)stay on track, b)develop sincere characterizations without the story turning into a thesaurus garbage dump, c)write a sequel just as good as the first part, which incidentally is a complete story by itself and d)come up with bizarre titles so original and witty that actually fit the tale. Kudos to this fine writer! - Kaye Sep 18th, 2003
    Equal To The Gods by LadyKate (alternative, 259 Pages)
        Ladykate has once again woven a heartwrenching tale involving the grand trio. In all honesty, I had a really hard time reading this so be warned for a some serious emotional rollercoaster. It is a well-written piece and certainly makes you think of tripartite relationships and all it could mean. I have my reservations about the characters as portrayed here but if you're mature enough to handle some hard issues, this could be a challenging read. A thoughtful treatise. - E Sep 18th, 2003
    Honey-Dew by Shadylady and Wizzy (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        After this quick peak into the demented minds of both writers, I will never look at the tedious job of shopping for clothes/food the same way. Thanks to both of you for bringing laughter & joy into my life with this story! - Deranged ButterCup Sep 17th, 2003

Wednesday, September 17, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • A story that takes place in a somewhat altered Season 6, LadyKate's alternative X&G romantic drama, Equal To The Gods (259 pages).
  • Part 7 of L. Crystal Michallet-Romero's alternative novel The Curse of Higuchi (Completed story is 601 pages), has been re-posted after being reworked for misspellings, typos, grammatical errors, and overuse of words.

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Phone Call (The) by Lady J (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        This story is quite moving and I would recommend it to anyone who occasionally takes the time to reflect on their life. My friend I know you exposed yourself totally with this piece and I am proud of you. - Jazz Sep 17th, 2003
    Phone Call (The) by Lady J (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        This story touched me very deeply. Thank you for submitting this to a public forum. - A nony mouse Sep 17th, 2003
    Behind Closed Doors by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        I just finished this...2 parts 2 differnt authors....one story!!!
    AMAZING!!!! Great Job T! I mean really...I recommend both stories to anyone, but especially anyone who knows what it's like to have a best friend and lover rolled into one. It's rare but it happens. Thanks T
    - ne-ne Sep 17th, 2003
    Honey-Dew by Shadylady and Wizzy (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        My thanks to my good friend Wizzy for allowing me to participate in this fun story. She is right that much of it is based on true fact but we will leave that up to you, to decide what is or isn't real. Ever since joining this web group, life has been unreal in a busy real world. Thanks for helping keep my sanity and my laughter, this is for all our friends and acquaintances who may need a good laugh. - Shadylady Sep 17th, 2003
    Something I Said by Denic (alternative, Über, 5 Pages)
        Something I Said is now complete and I have followed this very different story from the start. There is angst,foul words that not only are appropriately written in the story, but at times, hysterically funny. You will both laugh & cry and want to cheer these characters on thru their rough times. The grandpa is a hoot and his cat is---ooh, can't say much & not give away too much. Give yourself a treat & read this sweet, funny & enlightening romance. - O.Ger Sep 17th, 2003
    My Best Friend by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        Haven't we all been insecure when we are faced with new love. Shadylady has captured the doubt and indecision all of us have felt at one time or another. What a refreshing love story. - enchantress Sep 17th, 2003
    Wind Beneath My Wings by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        My God, I thought I was sitting at this woman's bedside as she passed from life. Shadylady writes with a percision that draws you totally into the drama unfolding before your eyes. Thank you for giving me a glimpse of real life up close and personal. - enchantress Sep 17th, 2003
    Improbable Protector by Dragonjuls (JM Dragon) (alternative, Über, 77 Pages)
        Improbable Protector and its 2 sequels is simply a wonderful trilogy with great characters, romance, mystery & suspense written with much care & attention to development of plot & characters you will just love. Story moves around in places,& time with a realistic patience given to following characters progression into a warm, deep relationship. I have read many of JDragons stories and could not just pick one to recommend. But IP 1,2,& 3 is something I will read again & love it just as much as the first time.
    - O.Ger Sep 16th, 2003
    Getting It Right by KG MacGregor (alternative, Über, 150 Pages)
        I have been a KG MacGregor fan since the Shaken/Stirred series and I have got to say her stories just keep getting better and better!!! Getting it Right is fabulous!!! The romantic tension KG builds keeps you on the edge of your seat and the chemistry between Paula and Wynne is positively electric!!! Well worth the read and then some!!! Great job, KG!!! - Michelle Sep 16th, 2003
    Amphipolis Expedition by Felioness (alternative, Über, 146 Pages)
        I'd like to recommend Felioness' "The Amphipolis Expedition" and "For the Love of Gaia" ... 2 wonderfully written sci-fi stories by one of my favorite bards. - Anonymous Sep 16th, 2003
    To Conquer The Heart And Capture My Soul by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 32 Pages)
        I have read each and every story T.Stratton as ever written and they just keep getting better and better all the time. This story is great and I recommend it highly for everyone to read. Then go and read the rest of her stories. I know you will love them as much as I do. Please keep writing these great stories for us to read.
    - Debbie Dee Sep 16th, 2003

Tuesday, September 16, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • We would like to announce The Athenaeum's Top 25 Award, to be given to those bards that have reached the No. 1 spot on our weekly Top 25 List! This award will be placed on the author's story, which can be copied and placed on their personal site if they have one. We will be working on placing these awards on the works of all past No. 1's since we began the Weekly Top 25 List!

    Here's a view of the very first one to be placed, which will go to R. Nolan last weeks No. 1. Another will shortly follow for back-to-back weeks!
    Athenaeum Top 25 No. 1
  • The fifth installment (24 more pages) of Red Hope's alternative Über formerly named Test Trial Uber, now Maryland State Trooper #1153 (95 pages).
  • Shadylady and Wizzy's alternative Überesque romp: Honey-Dew (4 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Gauntlet's Domino Effect (The) by Ri (alternative, 11 Pages)
        I really didn't know what to expect when I started to read this story I wthought maybe it was her explaining The Guantet to Gabrielle. Instead it was story of discovery for the Warrior. I was enchanted by it. Excellent! - Shane Sep 15th, 2003
    Wind Beneath My Wings by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 2 Pages)
        Special moments with a beloved friend that you know will pass is a most delicate gift. Thank you For writting it...I know me and my Past beloved friend would have loved it. Just a month ago I lost somone... He had a long and painful death but he never gave up his smile. I will keep that with me and now I have a beautiful story to come back to now and then and relieve the loneliest steps I have ever taken in my life. The walk out of the room and out in the endless corridors of his hospital room, now when he had walked out the door of life. Treasure your friends, you only have them on borrowed time. - SammyLee Sep 15th, 2003
    To Protect and Serve by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 79 Pages)
        Wonderful uber, TT. I certainly enjoyed it and the story had an excellent plot. Thank you very much! - Red Hope Sep 15th, 2003
    Billie and Jewl (Untitled) by Katia N. Ruiz (alternative, Über, 12 Pages)
        What do people think about the new title? I'd like to know. Thank you all in advance. :) - Katia N. Ruiz, The Tyger Sep 15th, 2003
    Behind Closed Doors by T. Stratton (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        What can I say #1. This is an excellent follow-up to My Best Friend. It definitely portrays Shannon's point of view about the relationship. You are a great friend and I am very proud that you chose to write the sequel to my story. - Shadylady Sep 15th, 2003

Monday, September 15, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

Sunday, September 14, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

Saturday, September 13, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • The Athenaeum's Fan Fiction Sites Page has been updated with a new address for Carly's X:WP Fiction.
  • Part 2 (33 more pages) of Tonya S. Coley's alternative Über, Murder Has Two Faces (35 pages). This is the sequel to Murder by Association (116 pages).
  • Part 6 of L. Crystal Michallet-Romero's alternative novel The Curse of Higuchi (Completed story is 601 pages), has been re-posted after being reworked for misspellings, typos, grammatical errors, and overuse of words.
  • Shadylady's soulful homage to a grief-stricken friend, Wind Beneath My Wings (2 pages).
  • Ali Vali's alternative Twilight Zoneske Über Guilt, (54 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    In A Heartbeat by R. Nolan (alternative, Über, 158 Pages)
        I enjoyed this bard's first story LA Metropolitan so was happy to see a companion piece. Wow! This one was even better. In A Heartbeat is a wonderful love story. The characters are funny, compelling and presented in a well balanced manner. Once you start reading you won't want to stop! Great story and a thoroughly entertaining read. Hope to see more of these ladies. - Beth Sep 13th, 2003
    My Best Friend by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 4 Pages)
        It's been a long time since I've read such a sweet, beautiful story...Any and every romantic should make sure they don't miss out on this wonderfully written piece. Can't wait for more... - Dimples Sep 13th, 2003
    My Lord by Mayt (alternative, 54 Pages)
        [Fan Fiction Editor's Note: The link to My Lord is correct - the servers may have hiccuped!]
    Seems to be a broken link...help! - Anonymous Sep 12th, 2003
    Rob in OZ by Amy Murphy (alternative, 16 Pages)
        ROTFLMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLLLLL!!!!!!! :) - tara Sep 12th, 2003
    Reactions And Resolutions by DQiscool (alternative, 25 Pages)
        [Fan Fiction Editor's Note: Unfortunately, this stops at Chapter 13 on a site that no longer updates regularly...we tried e-mailing the author and the addy bounced back. L]
    This is the best Hercules cross over story I've ever read! I just wish you finished it
    - Anonymous Sep 12th, 2003

Friday, September 12, 2003 - New Fan Fiction

  • The Latest Reviews Page has been updated.
  • Part 13 (9 more pages) of Katia N. Ruiz's alternative Über Billie and Jewl (Untittled) (103 pages).
  • Ali Vali's alternative Valentine Day's Über Waiting In The Wings (39 pages).
  • Shadylady's sweet alternative Über My Best Friend (4 pages).

  • Fan/Reader comment(s) -

    Ladies Auxiliary (The) by Shadylady (alternative, Über, 7 Pages)
        Too DAMN Funny....Wizzy only you could deserve a birthday story like that and man Shadylady gave it to ya....Shady GREAT job with this... by the way, when is the next thing coming from you? I'm sure it can only be better - ne-ne Sep 11th, 2003
    I Found My Heart in San Francisco Book 1: Awakenings by S X Meagher (alternative, Über, 437 Pages)
        DO NOT MISS this story and the others that follow it, the story of Ryan & Jamie, their families and friends is one of the best I've read . This story grabs your attention from the very first paragraph and doesn't stop. S X Meagher storytelling has away of making you feel that your right there. The main characters and others in the story are very realistic. These stories will make you laugh and cry at times, I've read the stories "A" thru "M" can't wait for the rest. :) - JB Sep 11th, 2003
    My Lord by Mayt (alternative, 54 Pages)
        If any reader of Mayt's stories has wondered what she would do with the Conqueror genre, the answer is My Lord. Mayt's Conqueror is a woman who rules with a sharp mind and a sharp sword. Her justice is not "easy to watch" neither is it "grievous." A young slave enters her household and slowly earns her regard. A relationship develops between the two women as the Conqueror's realm is challenged by internal and foreign forces. Their, at times, unexpected terms of engagement, both spoken and unspoken, mark what becomes a fragile and enigmatic bond. 176 pp. Published in three parts.
    - Author Sep 11th, 2003
    Place To Dance (A) by Ali Vali (alternative, Über, 120 Pages)
        Whoa!!! Hey y'all...read this one. You're gonna love it!
    It's a wonderfully entertaining story...with some tissue time thrown in for good measure. This is one very talented writer who certainly has honed her craft. I have never been disappointed in anything of hers that I've read. And this is good. - amg Sep 11th, 2003

Tuesday, September 11, 2003 - New Fan Fiction