Tuesday, April 29th, 2008

• Kamouraskan's alternative Original/Uber City of Ghosts (41 pages).
• Greatly revised Part 2 (52 more pages) of J. A. Bard's alternative Original / Uber (Futuristic) Cot of the MacDiarmid Clan on Maridoileag (145 pages in 2 parts - Unfinished).
• Part 6 (14 more pages) of J. A. Bard's alternative Original/Uber The Hunters (93 pages in 6 parts - Unfinished).
• Anita Louise's alternative X:WP My Lost Love (7 pages). This is the 8th story in the The Legend of Ann Bounty Series. For a complete series list, see Anita's Author Page.



• Reader Recommendations -
  

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  A very enjoyable story. I hated to see it end and would really love to read a sequel. I was not able to stop reading; funny, warm, and insightful. - Wasabigirl - Apr-28-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  A tip to everybody who loved this story: the author is currently rewriting it and it's becoming even better! Check her site: http://midnightisland.com. - Anonymous - Apr-28-2008

• For Which The First was Made By eToh (Original / Uber - Modern, 81 Pages)
  
  This is an exceptionally good piece of fiction; beautifully executed and well written. - Wasabigirl - Apr-28-2008

• Dark Rose By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 121 Pages)
  
  GREAT STORY. IT ROCKS!!! - KAT - Apr-28-2008

• Nine Months By Kudara (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 220 Pages)
  
  MY FAVORITE TWOSOME. THIS STORY ROCKS!!!! - KAT - Apr-28-2008

• The Tropic of Hunter By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 158 Pages)
  
  Loved this story. Had me laughing out loud in parts as well as on the edge of my seat with the drama. Nice love scenes as well. - linda aka cygirl1 - Apr-28-2008

• Break Out '99 By Barbara Davies (Original / Uber - Modern, 72 Pages)
  
  I love this story....think I've read it about 10 times now...I think it helps that I've been to all the places in the story...it's just so funny too. x x x - nexakill - Apr-28-2008

• Whispering Pines By Mavis Applewater (Original / Uber - Modern, 199 Pages)
  
  i just finshed reading all 16 of them i was hoping you could do more i just love it...like 'Ghost Whisperer'... - Anonymous - Apr-28-2008

• A stressful last several weeks, a much needed 4-day weekend, and we're back with an update.
• There's a new Top-25 list, and one long time bard has a first #1!
• The Latest Teasers Page has been updated.
• We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! K.C. has penned the alternative Original/Uber short-story Triple Dog Dare (40 pages).
• Aurelia's alternative Original/Uber Reflected Destiny (230 pages). This is the 3rd and final tale in Aurelia's Reflected Passion series. The series order is: Reflected Passion, Twice Reflected, and finally Reflected Destiny.
• Mavis Applewater's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) Evermore (36 pages). This is the third and final story in her Everlasting Series. The series order is: Everlasting, Eternally, and finally Evermore.
• The first 5 parts of Kudara's alternative Gargoyles fan fiction, Puppet Strings (58 pages in 5 parts - Unfinished).
• Chapter 10 (19 more pages) of Anita Louise's alternative Original / Uber novel Captive Hearts (169 pages in 10 chapters - Unfinished).  This is a sequel to Fire Within.
• Part 6 (6 more pages) of J. A. Bard's alternative Original / Uber (Futuristic) Galina of Morwea Woods (149 pages in 6 parts - Unfinished).
• Dragonjuls (JM Dragon)'s alternative Original / Uber (1900-1960) Lost Kingdom (17 pages - Unfinished).
• The Conclusion (9 more pages) of Lissa's alternative X:WP novel A Journey Of Love and Life (Completed story 193 pages).



• A weekly Story/Book Club is starting up on our forum. If you're interested in participating, take a look and let them know. This week's book is Driven by Susanne Beck and TNovan.



• Reader Recommendations -
  

• Next of Kin By Jae (Law and Order: SVU - Modern, 454 Pages)
  
  Alright Jae. You're too good for your own good. I enjoyed this story as much as you probably thought we would. Great characters, great plot. Obviously, it begs for a sequel, so get writing...Mic - Micah6 - Apr-28-2008

• The Return By XWPFanatic (Original / Uber - Modern, 14 Pages)
  
  I wandered in and found this little gem. The author, with the aid of a great slab of humour, paints an accurate picture of an all forgiving diety served by intolerant individuals. A must read for the enlightened. April 2008 - highlander - Apr-28-2008

• Stone Walls By S. Derkins (Original / Uber - Modern, 47 Pages)
  
  must have more please love the stories and hope you make a 3rd!!! - Anonymous - Apr-27-2008

• Hand in Hand By Zuke (Original / Uber - Modern, 74 Pages)
  
  Dead link. - Anonymous - Apr-27-2008
  Editor's Note: Revived Link. Be prepared for some LOUD page backgrounds though...

• Going Home By C. E. Gray (Original / Uber - Modern, 221 Pages)
  
  This is one of few stories that I've read multiple times over the years. Most highly recommended. One of her best. - Anonymous - Apr-27-2008

• Ubermadness: The Battle For The Third Age By Bat Morda (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 200 Pages)
  
  One of the best Ubers i ever read. And this one is a classic too. Taking place in a futuristic cyber punk world... With tons of great characters and great depictions of uber-Xena and uber-Gabrielle. It's an awesome story. Oh, and very very erotic. ;) - Vanessa V. - Apr-27-2008

• Top Of The Line By H.W. (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 63 Pages)
  
  WHAHAHAHA. THIS IS GOOD. HOT TOO. - KAT - Apr-27-2008

• Our Reunion By Jenah (Original / Uber - Modern, 251 Pages)
  
  very nice story - Anonymous - Apr-27-2008

• Negotiations By Kelly Noble (X:WP, 4 Pages)
  
  This is a sexy story. Not much else to say. - hermana - Apr-26-2008

• Bumbled Burglary By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 70 Pages)
  
  As with everything Larisa writes, plenty of humor! This time a couple of inept women attempt to rob a bank and end up with a pair of hostages instead. A very pregnant Jos. and child wary Remi. Turns out Remi grew up in an orphanage and is afraid of .I'm not afraid of the kids because of what they can do to me; it's because of what I can't do for them." Pretty touching sentiment, huh? GREAT work Larisa! When we get some more??? Please... - toni - Apr-26-2008

• Bleeding Hearts By Josh Aterovis (Original / Uber - Modern, 171 Pages)
  
  Even though the series lists Bleeding Hearts and All Lost Things, please read Reap the Whirlwind between. Written from a different person.s perspective, it falls immediately after Bleeding Hearts. - Anonymous - Apr-26-2008

• The Return By Tas (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 306 Pages)
  
  One of my all time favorite stories. Would love to read more from this author. - jules - Apr-26-2008

• Ephiny and the Conqueror's Treaty By AJ Marks (X:WP, 30 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  keep it coming - Anonymous - Apr-25-2008

• Nwyn By Psi Draconis (Original / Uber - Modern, 66 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  I enjoyed what's here so far...I'd love to be able to finish this story...how about it author??? - JC - Apr-25-2008

• Nurturing Souls By DS Bauden (Original / Uber - Modern, 117 Pages)
  
  I enjoyed this story very much...well done!! - JC - Apr-25-2008

• The Return By Tas (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 306 Pages)
  
  One of my all time favorite stories. Would love to read more from this author. - jules - Apr-25-2008

• What Do You Do? By Imagine (X:WP, 23 Pages)
  
  Loved this one. - Anonymous - Apr-25-2008

• Control By Zee (Original / Uber - Modern, 48 Pages)
  
  This was a great read along with Monsters in Love. - Lee - Apr-25-2008

• Curious Whine By msprism (X:WP, 56 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  This story is absolutely hilarious! It's like Monty Python meets the Conqueror. Very very funny and HOT too. More, more! - Anonymous - Apr-25-2008

• My Cherished Warrior By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Modern, 71 Pages)
  
  VERY SWEET STORY. MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD TO READ. - KAT - Apr-25-2008

• Raven: Valhalla Awaits By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 320 Pages)
  
  AWESOME !!!!!!! - KAT - Apr-25-2008

• All That Matters By S X Meagher (Original / Uber - Modern, 658 Pages)
  
  Very good story. - Anonymous - Apr-25-2008

• Valerie By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 63 Pages)
  
  READ THIS. You won't regret it. :) - Lish - Apr-25-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  I adore this story, and have read it several times. It's funny and sweet and the characters (main and secondary) are engaging and lovable. Dialogue is excellent. Definitely a recommended read - I'll give a warning however you might have trouble putting the book down once you start reading. :) - K - Apr-25-2008

• Alix and Valerie By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 90 Pages)
  
  I cannot recommend this enough. Alix and Valerie will leave you grinning for days. - Lish - Apr-25-2008

• Alix By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 114 Pages)
  
  An awesome beginning to a beautiful story. Very, very highly recommended. - Lish - Apr-25-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  Everyone should read this! - Lish - Apr-25-2008

• Raven: Valhalla Awaits By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 320 Pages)
  
  extraordinary story. well thought out and written. i recommend! - Anonymous - Apr-25-2008

• 8x10 By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 36 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  i find myself liking the story. Cute and really interesting. I want more!! I hope Dreams will finish it soon ;p - yani - Apr-25-2008

• Everything To Do With Love By Rocfan (X:WP, 8 Pages)
  
  broke link - Lysia - Apr-24-2008
  Editor's Note: We couldn't find a link to this story. It goes into the Lost Stories pile...

• Her Gabrielle: A Response By Rebecca Hall (X:WP, 10 Pages)
  
  CAN"T READ THE STORY! THE LINKS GONE! - Ami - Apr-24-2008
  Editor's Note: We couldn't find a link to this story. It goes into the Lost Stories pile...

• Her Gabrielle By Della Street (X:WP, 9 Pages)
  
  It a good story! - Ami - Apr-24-2008

• Renegade By Cheyne (Original / Uber - Modern, 280 Pages)
  
  This is by far the best western story I've read. Cheyne woves tales that hook you from start to finish. A great read! - Anonymous - Apr-24-2008

• And Playing the Role of Herself... By dabkey (Original / Uber - Modern, 243 Pages)
  
  Loved this story! Great writing and kudos to dabkey! - Luie - Apr-24-2008

• A Healing Time By Ri (X:WP, 6 Pages)
  
  I love this story and if you read it you will too! - Ami - Apr-24-2008

• Together Alone By A. Tietz (Original / Uber - Modern, 106 Pages)
  
  Wow. I'm glad I stayed up real late to finish this. What a great ending...but I NEED the next part! This must continue! What are they like as they get older?! Wonderful story! - Jen - Apr-24-2008

• None So Blind By LJ Maas (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
  
  LJ Maas stories are absolutely priceless and I go back to read them again and again. Sadly, I was told Ms. Maas passed away several years ago. I wish her eternal peace and if the dead can hear our thoughts "thank you LJ for gifting us with your wit and humor. You have left a wonderful legacy and it lives on and on...forever." - JC - Apr-24-2008

• For All Time By Jamie Boughen (X:WP, 44 Pages)
  
  Nice story! - Ami - Apr-24-2008

• Earth Angel By C. E. Gray (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
  
  Can't wait for the sequel! - Anonymous - Apr-24-2008

• Distances By Grit Jahning (X:WP, 180 Pages)
  
  If anything at all you'll love the plotline! But if you ask me it's an awesome story, read it! - Ami - Apr-24-2008

• The Right Thing By SX Maegher (Original / Uber - Modern, 200 Pages)
  
  OMFG loved it so much... this is one of my fav. storys... it had a 'loving annabelle','tipping the velvet', with a little bit of 'all over me', but it had so much of its one feel the characters took a life of their own i just loved it... thank you so much for this story... i am not sure if you should write a sequel or not... if you do i'll know it'll be great!!!... - Anonymous - Apr-24-2008

• Lederhosen, French Toast and Telemarketing By dabkey (Original / Uber - Modern, 12 Pages)
  
  What a nice little story. The author has a great voice. I'd love to see these characters fleshed out more. - Anonymous - Apr-24-2008

• ...A Beginning... By Grit Jahning (X:WP, 7 Pages)
  
  very sweet story! I give it 5 stars! :) - Ami - Apr-24-2008

• Memories of the Heart By A. Valdivia (Ali Vali) (Original / Uber - Modern, 61 Pages)
  
  I read this a lont time ago and it was great to revisit a wonderful romance. - Anonymous - Apr-24-2008

• The Seduction of Laura By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 118 Pages)
  
  It's almost 3am and I had to stay up to finish this story, I couldn't step away from it. It seemed a simple story and yet it turned out to be so much more. The characters were so real...too real. Thank you for bringing this story to life. - Shelly - Apr-24-2008

• Perfection By Patricia L. Givens (DAx) (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 110 Pages)
  
  [Spoiler Warning] A double treat: Kathryn gets Seven and B'Elanna gets a woman. Well written and enjoyable. - Linda aka cygirl1 - Apr-24-2008

• None So Blind By LJ Maas (Original / Uber - Modern, 150 Pages)
  
  this was amazing. I spent my entire day at work reading this on my phone. I was captured immediatly and it was a simply breathtaking read. Wonderful! - corey - Apr-23-2008

• Body Heat By Annaria (X:WP, 9 Pages)
  
  OMG! I've found this story to be brilliant! I've read it a few times now and every time I've read it I've found something that makes it even better! :) - Ami - Apr-23-2008

• Between A Memory and A Dream By L. A. Tucker (Original / Uber - Modern, 50 Pages)
  
  Great, well-written story. Loved it. - Anonymous - Apr-23-2008

• Strings Attached By Inyx (Original / Uber - Modern, 34 Pages)
  
  I read this story years ago, & just re-read it. It is a funny/sweet tale that holds you from beginning to end. - Brighteyez - Apr-23-2008

• My Protector By J. C. Wilder (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 16 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  A nice story. Although I would have liked to learn more about life nearly 1000 years from now...what were the cities like? The dress? Customs? Etc... - JC - Apr-23-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  You can't stop reading it! - HDA - Apr-23-2008

• Heart's Choice By Lois Kay (Original / Uber - Modern, 58 Pages)
  
  d'aww, so cute. wonderful story. - 7 - Apr-23-2008

• Driven By Susanne Beck and TNovan (Original / Uber - Modern, 273 Pages)
  
  Great Work!!! A sequel might be nice. - Anonymous - Apr-23-2008

• The Do-It-Yourself Guide to Bathroom Fixtures, Non-Corporeal Manifestations and You By Aurelia (Original / Uber - Modern, 48 Pages)
  
  This series is absolutely hilarious!! I could not stop reading it, and I was left wanting more. Fantastic writing, and wonderful characters. Take some time to read this awesome story, you won't be sorry! - Otter - Apr-23-2008

• A Fine Line By Enginerd (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 262 Pages)
  
  Great story! I laughed out loud on many occasions. I highly recommend the story and will look out for more from Enginerd. - Anonymous - Apr-22-2008

• Memento Mori By Lexx23 (X:WP, 23 Pages)
  
  Intresting...very intresting. A different look but something I could very well see happening. - Amanda - Apr-22-2008

• The Seduction of Laura By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 118 Pages)
  
  Wow! What a fantastic piece of writing. Truly disturbing, but so very well written. Take a chunk of time to read this one, it is well worth it! - Otter - Apr-22-2008

• Nights of Silk and Sapphire By Amber (Original / Uber - Ancient, 176 Pages)
  
  Hot! Hot! Hot! Great story I liked the way the anticipation was built up and the eroticism was well cooked but not overdone. I - LSC - Apr-22-2008

• Lucky By Micah6 (Original / Uber - Modern, 110 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Wow what a great read! Please hurry and finish. I can't wait to see how this ends. If you need time off work to finish this, just tell your boss I said you could have off how ever much time you need. Hell, I will even fill in for you if I have to!!! - Nancy - Apr-22-2008

• The Colours of 1946 By Kamouraskan (Original / Uber - 1900-1960, 7 Pages)
  
  I love this bards work. This is a sweet, well told tale. As always. - msprism - Apr-21-2008

• She Beckons By Crystal Michallet-Romero (Original / Uber - Modern, 1 Pages)
  
  Beautifully written prose that holds so many truths. - Anonymous - Apr-21-2008

• The Curse of Higuchi By Crystal Michallet-Romero (X:WP, 601 Pages)
  
  The best FIN I've ever read! - Anonymous - Apr-21-2008

• Publishing Announcement from KG MacGregor -
  
  Secrets So Deep is now available for pre-order from Bella Books. It’s a courtroom drama set in Washington, DC, and has a little something for everyone—suspense, romance, sweaty sheets…and this one marks my first (and I hope not last) opportunity to work with renowned lesbian fiction author Katherine V. Forrest as my editor. For more information, including Chapter 1, please visit www.kgmacgregor.com.
  
  Synopsis: Since assuming her late husband’s congressional seat, Glynn Wright has led a quiet life of devoted service and motherhood, earning a reputation as a dependable soldier in her party.
  
  When her sixteen-year-old son Sebby tries to take his own life, Glynn is prepared to sacrifice everything to save him—including the revelation of her past relationships with women, a move that would likely mean the end of her political career and estrangement from her family.
  
  One by one, Sebby’s secrets spill with devastating consequences for Glynn. Even Charlotte, Sebby’s psychiatrist, suffers from the fallout as her faith in Glynn—and the growing attraction they can’t resist—puts her at odds with her profession. Together, they search for the only thing that can save them—the truth about Glynn’s husband’s tragic death.
  
  

• There's a new Top-25 list, and a talented bard is at the top spot for the first time!
• Kamouraskan's alternative Original / Uber (1900-1960) The Colours of 1946 (7 pages).
• Korkyra's alternative X:WP The Oil of Lanius (20 pages in 1 part - Unfinished).



• Reader Recommendations -
  

• Most Cherished Dreams By D (Original / Uber - Ancient, 290 Pages)
  
  Good epic story about love across time. Towards the end a few things seemed to be done more to wrap things up rather than for the flow of the story but still a good read. - Anonymous - Apr-21-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  Good read. Definitely recommended. - Ape - Apr-21-2008

• Jack - The Seduction Of Carol By Erin O'Rielly (Original / Uber - Modern, 39 Pages)
  
  It truly completes the story began in Lost. A balance. Thank you - Lee - Apr-21-2008

• Lost By Erin O'Rielly (Original / Uber - Modern, 32 Pages)
  
  Your stories truly touch me. Thank you. - Lee - Apr-21-2008

• The Irresistable Flame By DJWP (X:WP, 49 Pages)
  
  DJWP is one of those great X&G authors who writes true to the characters and the series. I just finished reading this wonderful tale and had a fun time reliving some of the scenes and dialogues in XWP in an entirely different setting. Great writing as always from this very talented bard. - Luie - Apr-21-2008

• Da Nang By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 52 Pages)
  
  Wonderful story. If this were a book, it'd be one of those that you can't put down until you are done. - TrayC - Apr-20-2008

• The Seduction of Laura By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 118 Pages)
  
  A very well written story. Disturbing and intense as it's meant to be. I think it will haunt me for awhile in a way not many do. - JC - Apr-20-2008

• First By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 247 Pages)
  
  painfully poignant - Anonymous - Apr-20-2008

• Buried Prejudices By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 93 Pages)
  
  Absolutly captivating tale. - TrayC - Apr-20-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  Seriously...one of the best stories I've read...and I've read a lot!! It kept me reading until I was literally holding my eyes open, just to read another page!! One of the most romantic and yet funniest stories. I couldn't stop myself from laughing out loud! Dreams definitely left me wanting more!! You have to read this...I'm sure I will again! - Chele - Apr-20-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  Nooooooo.... I just can't fanthom this being the end of the story. Please, please let there at least be a sequel in the making. Just a tiny glimpse of the future of these two... such a wonderful piece of work! - lyneX - Apr-20-2008

• New Beginnings By Jennifer Lee (Harry Potter - Modern, 10 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Great start! Hope to see it finished soon! - Bacchuskiller - Apr-20-2008

• Hindsight By Lois Kay (Original / Uber - Modern, 295 Pages)
  
  Finished story. - Anonymous - Apr-20-2008

• The Music Within By S. Anne Gardner (Original / Uber - Modern, 28 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Once again...great start...you've got us hanging anxiously...please finish!! - JC - Apr-20-2008

• Driven By Susanne Beck and TNovan (Original / Uber - Modern, 273 Pages)
  
  WOW - this is a great piece of work! I loved it! - lyneX - Apr-19-2008

• Xena Warrior Princess: Fool Me Once By Derek Evans (X:WP, 86 Pages)
  
  Hey, just read your story & I'm defiitely not mad at ya. It was great! The battle scenes were well written & Daphus was true to form from his Herc days. I could've done with a little more Gabby, though. Write more, you're good at it. - Mariah - Apr-19-2008

• Without A Front By Fletcher DeLancey (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 884 Pages)
  
  Fantastic story. I would like a sequel. - Anonymous - Apr-19-2008

• Your Love is an Oasis By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 71 Pages)
  
  This story is so Seven and so Belanna. I highley recommend. - Anonymous - Apr-19-2008

• Personal Assistant By Kat (Original / Uber - Modern, 250 Pages)
  
  This story can't be over. I just need to know more. I was a litle afraid that this story was nearing the end after just a few chapters, but it just continued into a great piece. Hope we'll get more on these characters in the future. - lyneX - Apr-19-2008

• Between A Memory and A Dream By L. A. Tucker (Original / Uber - Modern, 50 Pages)
  
  Loved the story; the characters were very sweet. - Anonymous - Apr-19-2008

• The Binds That Tie By Bat Morda (X:WP, 22 Pages)
  
  link broke This feels very strange to be just Draco and I on this story. - Lysia - Apr-18-2008
  Editor's Note: *sigh* All of the old web.archive links for Obsession14 are now broken. An archivist's work is never done. This one has been fixed.

• My Cherished Warrior By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Modern, 71 Pages)
  
  A pleasure to read. Romance and adventure. The characters of B'Elanna and Seven are accurately portrayed. How Seven relates to Miral is precious. - joanne - Apr-18-2008

• Love and Honor By Radclyffe (Original / Uber - Modern, 152 Pages)
  
  I love anything by Radclyffe - but this series was just amazing. - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• Honor Bound By Radclyffe (Original / Uber - Modern, 133 Pages)
  
  This is a "must read" series. - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• The Collector By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 330 Pages)
  
  Heck Yeah!!!! I encourage all to read this story. I have read it at least ten times. It kept me up all night long. I could not stop pushing the page down button and clicking the mouse over the next chapter. - k. LEWIS - Apr-18-2008

• The Annals of the Queens By Pysta (X:WP, 109 Pages)
  
  The 3rd part of Pysta's Lemnos quartet is as gripping as the first two..The highest accolade I can give is that I couldnt stop until I got to the end..and then had to force myself to sleep instead of reading the fourth andf last part..Amazing talent!! - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• The Judging of the Queen By Pysta (X:WP, 91 Pages)
  
  This story deserves to be 'bumped' for a new array of Xena fanfic readers to savour and enjoy..it is the first part of an amazing journey, beautifully written..and true to the deepest meanings of the tale of X&G. - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• The Crucible By Pysta (X:WP, 153 Pages)
  
  Again Pysta takes us on a journey that has you on the edge of your seat..The Crucible refers to the ordeals and trials X&G must overcome to take them and their Amazons home to safety...These four stories deserve to be considered as a full scale Novel..each part slides smoothly from one to another..Pystas talent is awesome!!! - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• The Chakram and the Dragon By Pysta (X:WP, 101 Pages)
  
  This story is a gripping sequel to The Judging of the Queen. Pystas writing style is compelling and gives enormous gravitas to the canon...she introduces many characters mentioned in the series and then takes them to another level with her development of them and their role in X&G's story.I am off to read the third...!! - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• The Annals of the Queens By Pysta (X:WP, 109 Pages)
  
  The Judging of the Queen by Pysta. It is the first story in a quartet written in a classical style..I love these stories..the way that Pysta uses the Chakram and Gabrielle's Dragon in the 'The Chakram and the Dragon' is amazing. The journey upon which she takes Xena and Gabriellle( with the Amazons) is gripping..and there is a twist in the fourth story..The Crucible..that had me leaping out of my chair with the sheer briiliance of the idea..It embodies the concept that underpins the whole story of the path of X&G...Xena's path to redemption and Gab's role in it...She is one very talented Bard and has won several accolades from the fanfic sites..I would heartily recommend you to read them all.. Perhaps you are getting the idea that I like this Bard's work..!!!?!!! - Anonymous - Apr-18-2008

• Madam President By Advocate and T. Novan (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 320 Pages)
  
  My all time Favorite Lesbian Novel. Hense my name. Fantastic read followed up by an awesome sequel. - Devlyn - Apr-17-2008

• The Phoenix And The Flame By PatR. (Xena: Janice and Mel - 1900-1960, 61 Pages)
  
  Grommetik - for your next review, could you please leave out the spoilers? Some of us actually like to be surprised when we read a story. - Anonymous - Apr-17-2008
  Editor's Note: Agreed, and I've removed the line that gives away part of the ending.

• Arex By Shadowdancer (X:WP, 59 Pages)
  
  link broke story unfinished - Lysia - Apr-17-2008
  Editor's Note: *sigh* Amazontrails seems to be gone as well. Say it ain't so! Will the last old Xena site left in the room please turn out the light when you leave? :( We'll try to find other locations for that sites stories. I'm sure between Obsession14 and Amazontrails quite a few stores have just vanished from the 'net. This one has been fixed and is finished.

• Illuminations of the Soul By Cousin Liz (X:WP, 77 Pages)
  
  link broke - Lysia - Apr-17-2008
  Editor's Note: Link fixed.

• All It Took Was You By A. Valdivia (Ali Vali) (Original / Uber - Modern, 242 Pages)
  
  Very nice stories. Well done. - Anonymous - Apr-17-2008

• The Latest Teasers Page has been updated.
• We've archived February 15th - March 13th What's New entries.  All of our What's New archives may be found here.
• We'd like to welcome a new bard to The Athenaeum! Jennifer Lee offers the first part of her alternative Harry Potter short story, New Beginnings (10 pages - Unfinished).
• Part 3 (25 more pages) of J. A. Bard's alternative Original / Uber (Futuristic) Galaxy Dancers - Leona Bristolie, At Large (81 pages in 3 parts - Unfinished).  This is a continuation of her Galaxy Dancer's Series.
• AJ Marks's alternative X:WP Ephiny and the Conqueror's Treaty (30 pages - Unfinished).
• Added a cover to Lexx23's alternative X:WP short story Memento Mori (23 pages).



• Reader Recommendations -
  

• Above All Honor By Radclyffe (Original / Uber - Modern, 88 Pages)
  
  This author ROCKS!!! Incredible stories. This is absolutely one of the best lesbian fics I've ever read. - Anonymous - Apr-17-2008

• Driven By Susanne Beck and TNovan (Original / Uber - Modern, 273 Pages)
  
  I'm from the Uk so I can't say I really have much of an interest in basketball which initially put me off the story before reading it. However, I can honestly say that after a few hours into it I was in my room shooting rolled up socks in to my cupboard drawer. The charachters were awesome, and it was exciting to read. Not to mention a certain tall, dark haired, blue eyed beauty was as hot as hell!!! I even watched some basketball clips on youtube. Brilliant...love the whole meeting your idol thing, it always leads to a great build up. Thanks. x x x - nexakill - Apr-17-2008

• The Blind Side of Love By Dreams (Original / Uber - Modern, 350 Pages)
  
  OMIGOD! What a page turner this one is. I am on the last 30 pages and I DO NOT want this story to end!!! Witty, sharp writing, fantastic characters. Please, Please may I have some more in the way of a sequel?? With sugar on top?? - Anon - Apr-17-2008

• The Blues By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 103 Pages)
  
  Larisa has a twisted sense of humor that makes for fun and irreverant uber romps. - Kali - Apr-17-2008

• The Ice Princess By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 70 Pages)
  
  another love another please... - Anonymous - Apr-17-2008

• The Pirate's Princess By Ri (Facts Of Life - Ancient, 13 Pages)
  
  I think this is my favorite story that I've read by Ri. I'd love to hear more of the dream though. LOL good work on this one. :) - DarXe - Apr-16-2008

• You Can't Stop Love By D (Facts Of Life - Modern, 50 Pages)
  
  This is a great sequel to another great story. It leaves us with the happy ending we all want. - DarXe - Apr-16-2008

• Friend In Need By D (Facts Of Life - Modern, 44 Pages)
  
  I found this story to be very touching. D stayed true to the essence of who Jo and Blair really are. A really great read ... as is the sequel. - DarXe - Apr-16-2008

• The Impossible Dream By JS Stephens (Facts Of Life - Modern, 61 Pages)
  
  I have read all the Jo/Blair fanfic I can find. This is one the ones I loved. I found myself reading this and thinking, "Wow, she did such an awesome job with how Jo and Blair would act." If you are looking to read a good story, this is one to read. - DarXe - Apr-16-2008

• Panter's Pride By T. S. Hubbard (Original / Uber - Ancient, 102 Pages)
  
  I LOVE this story. It truly is a unique and engaging one/ - theRagdoll - Apr-16-2008

• For Which The First was Made By eToh (Original / Uber - Modern, 81 Pages)
  
  Wonderful, heady, terrifyingly romantic... - Dusty - Apr-16-2008

• The Third Wheel By Jenbob (X:WP, 91 Pages)
  
  broken link - aryn - Apr-16-2008
  Editor's Note: Repaired Link.

• Tasting Desire By Shadowriter (Original / Uber - Modern, 51 Pages)
  
  great story, vampires never looked this good - ailidh - Apr-16-2008

• And Playing the Role of Herself... By dabkey (Original / Uber - Modern, 243 Pages)
  
  I love this story! The charcaters are so real you feel like if you turned on your TV you would see them there! Caidance is so dynamic, with her own quirks and insecurities that makes her easy to relate to. The story is a must read, you will not be disappointed! - Jaely - Apr-16-2008

• Shine By BadSquirrel (Original / Uber - Modern, 200 Pages)
  
  I love everything by this writer. Her characters are incredible individuals. She joins the ranks of those authors who have created a rich and evolving community where past friends interact with the current ones. - Irish Samurai - Apr-16-2008

• Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda By Ambrosia (Original / Uber - Modern, 28 Pages)
  
  Ever wanted to take one single moment in your life and get a do-over? Well for author, Chastity Sinclair, it was meeting Melissa Ward, the woman who pretended to love her just to steal the novel.s Chase authored. Chase gets the chance at a glimpse of just how different her life could have been with a certain tall, dark haired blue-eyed ... hmmm makes me want to make a birthday wish... Thanks Ambrosia, another GREAT story - toni - Apr-16-2008

• Blessings In Disguise By Ambrosia (Original / Uber - Modern, 187 Pages)
  
  Wow! Who would believe that finding a baby on your doorstep left by an ex- would lead to your one true love? This story was amusing and romantic all in one. Great read! kudos to Ambrosia - toni - Apr-16-2008

• Answer By Girl Bard (Original / Uber - Modern, 8 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  The entire series is awesome including the latest addition. I really hope more is written. - Anonymous - Apr-16-2008

• Fire and Ice By Friction (Original / Uber - Modern, 64 Pages)
  
  It's a little rushed but I liked it. It's a fresh idea. - Anonymous - Apr-15-2008

• Xena Warrior Princess: Fool Me Once By Derek Evans (X:WP, 86 Pages)
  
  I read your Alias a few days ago & decided to chekout your Xena fanfic. It was prett good. I like the way you depicted Boadicea's backstory with Xena. - JT - Apr-15-2008

• Next of Kin By Jae (Law and Order: SVU - Modern, 454 Pages)
  
  Excellent follow-up Kept me reading into the a.m. thank you - Anonymous - Apr-15-2008

• Storm Surge By Melissa Good (Original / Uber - Modern, 304 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  One of my marked favorites is merwolf updates and has been for 7 years. I have followed each of Dar and Kerry's stories one update at a time then gone back and read them completely, several times. With Storm Surge, Melissa shows the personal growth of Dar and Kerry as adversity only tightens the bonds and highlights the strenths brought forth in the development of all her characters. This is a reflection of the strengths shown by our nation following 9/11. As always, Great job Melissa. (please write faster-lol) - nljacksn - Apr-15-2008

• Clans By silverwriter01 (Original / Uber - Middle Ages, 48 Pages)
  
  Very sweet story. - Jaely - Apr-15-2008

• Storm Surge By Melissa Good (Original / Uber - Modern, 304 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  It all started with Tropical Storm and now Storm Surge! I have loved following these two ladies in all there adventures. Missy brings them to life in her books! I hope she is still writing about Dar and Kerry when they are old and grey You get 5 stars from me.***** - sandya - Apr-15-2008

• Restitution By Susanne M. Beck (Sword'n'Quill) (Original / Uber - Modern, 352 Pages)
  
  As far as I?m concerned, without a doubt, the best ?ber on the internet. When you find a story like this one, you hold on to it with everything you are. Reading the Ice and Angel trilogy had the effect on me that reading amazing litterature always has: there?s a before and an after, because such beauty, such a heartwrenching and wise rendition of human lives is a song carved in you forever. For me, one of the incredibly rare works which are both too private to ever be fully shared, and that should be read by everyone. - Life of Brian - Apr-15-2008

• Coming Of Age By D (Original / Uber - Modern, 77 Pages)
  
  cant wait for number 2...thanks so much... - Anonymous - Apr-14-2008

• The Academy's Finest By Sandra Barret (Original / Uber - Futuristic, 66 Pages)
  
  This was extremely well written! It was amazing. It would be wonderful to read a sequel - Corey - Apr-14-2008

• Publishing Announcement from S. Anne Gardner -
  
  I am proud to announce the release of my new book "An Affair of Love" as a writer every story is near and dear to us. We go through the growing pains and the joys of all the characters. They become a part of our day and we miss them as we send them out on to the world. This book is that to me; and as with every story it was with great joy and sadness when I placed the last words...THE END. I love this book; passion is undeniable and love ...real love, never dies. As always I thank the fans for all the e-mails and all the incredible encouragement.
  
  I mostly thank all those that hold on and love beyond the impossible. You make the dreams glorious.
  
  Be well,
  Anne
  S. Anne Gardner
  
  An Affair Of Love
  S. Anne Gardner
  ISBN: 978-1-933113-86-9
  Price: $16.95
  
  From a dark past, a forbidden love, a secret comes.
  
  Among the confusion and the chaos of an unwanted reality, two women find something they neither want nor can deny.
  
  Blayne Aston-Carlyle is aloof, self-sufficient, and used to damage control. She is at the top of her game, has always contained herself, and has never come up against any contention she could not handle.
  
  Gabriella Matheson is a sculptor. The perfect daughter, she appears to have the ideal marriage, complete with two lovely children. A shocking revelation is approaching with a vengeance, and all that stands in its way will be eradicated.
  
  Both women are on a collision course to a passion they cannot fight, to a love they cannot ignore, to an ending that will change everything.
  

• There's a new Top-25 list, and we've another repeat at #1!
• Part 5 (3 more pages) of J. A. Bard's alternative Original/Uber The Hunters (79 pages in 5 parts - Unfinished).
• Part 2 (13 more pages) of msprism's alternative X:WP conqueror tale, Curious Whine (56 pages in 2 parts - Unfinished).
• Chapter 18 (9 more pages) of T. S. Hubbard's alternative pre 20th century Original/Über Panter's Pride: Hunted (186 pages in 18 chapters - Unfinished).  This is the sequel Panter's Pride.
• Chapter 5-6 (41 more pages) of WolfRuler's alternative Original / Uber (Ancient) Swanheart (116 pages in 6 parts - Unfinished).
• Posted a completed version of Lois Kay's alternative Original/Uber Breathless (242 pages). This is the sequel to Hindsight.



• Reader Recommendations -
  

• In Pursuit Of Justice By Radclyffe (Original / Uber - Modern, 148 Pages)
  
  If this was a book, I'd say I couldn't put it down. Enthralling, suspenseful, passionate. I loved these characters. - Anonymous - Apr-14-2008

• Storm Surge By Melissa Good (Original / Uber - Modern, 304 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Dar & Kerry are one of the greatest Ubers I've ever come across. I absolutely love them. - MJ - Apr-13-2008

• Now What? By S. Derkins (Original / Uber - Modern, 23 Pages)
  
  love it got to make another one...maybe...thanks for the story just beautiful... - Anonymous - Apr-13-2008

• Lend An Ear By BardWooHoo (X:WP, 8 Pages)
  
  I liked this first time story a lot because I really loved the characters in the series and this story really captured their spirits accurately. Sweet story. - Chispa - Apr-13-2008

• When We Met By B. Soiree (Original / Uber - Modern, 55 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Am loving this story..just really getting into the story but can't find Chapter 4...broken link? - Anonymous - Apr-13-2008
  Editor's Note: Yep, and since it's not on The Athenaeum, we can't fix it. Here's the link to Chapter 4.

• Like You Really Like It By Xena's Little Bitch (X:WP, 5 Pages)
  
  Xena and Gabrielle in a cave--oh my! Short and sweet. - Faith - Apr-13-2008

• Next of Kin By Jae (Law and Order: SVU - Modern, 454 Pages)
  
  Absolutely wonderful! Rich and full characters, humor, warmth, sex, suspense, romance. This story is the total package. - Anonymous - Apr-13-2008

• Spellbound By Annemaart (X:WP, 145 Pages)
  
  One of the first fan fics I ever read. Well worth a read. - Elaine - Apr-13-2008

• For Which The First was Made By eToh (Original / Uber - Modern, 81 Pages)
  
  we want more - rie - Apr-13-2008

• The Ice Princess By Larisa (Original / Uber - Modern, 70 Pages)
  
  I loved this story. I highly recommend it. - Annette - Apr-13-2008

• Captured By Virginia Leonard (X:WP, 96 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  link doesn?t work - lawan - Apr-12-2008
  Editor's Note: It's on web.archive.org and sometimes that archive is a little slow in loading. It worked when I just tried it.

• The Collector By Kim Pritekel (Original / Uber - Modern, 330 Pages)
  
  It's funny how you can read something that contains within it a horrific glimpse of life that many people have to face, and still find it to be a brilliant story. Though dark and disturbing, the collector is a fantastic read perhaps making you appreciate the good within your own life, whilst demonstrating the ability of mankind in suffering through evil and overcoming it!! Must read. - nexakill - Apr-12-2008

• Fate By DE Salsbury (Original / Uber - Modern, 581 Pages)
  
  Amazing!! More please. - DJ - Apr-12-2008

• Storm Surge By Melissa Good (Original / Uber - Modern, 304 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Dar and Kerry are just the best - what else is there to say ... I am always glad for MORE - berghaupten - Apr-12-2008

• Storm Surge By Melissa Good (Original / Uber - Modern, 304 Pages - Unfinished)
  
  Dar and Kerry are just the best - what else is there to say ... I am always glad for MORE - berghaupten - Apr-12-2008

• Talking Her Down By Angelrad (Original / Uber - Modern, 26 Pages)
  
  Reminds me of a situation I was once in. I really liked this story and which there were more like it by Angel. - Anonymous - Apr-12-2008

• Charlotte Bell By Angelrad (Original / Uber - Modern, 127 Pages)
  
  Absolutely AWESOME story. I've read all of her stuff and she is by far one of my favorites. - Anonymous - Apr-12-2008

• Everyone Doesn't Get Into Heaven By Derek Evans (Alias - Modern, 54 Pages)
  
  So much better than what we got from the show. U rock man! - JT - Apr-12-2008

• And They All Come Falling Down By Eveh (Original / Uber - Modern, 128 Pages)
  
  good story, keeps you at the edge of your seat. - ailidh - Apr-12-2008

• Raven: Valhalla Awaits By Cygirl1 (Star Trek: Voyager - Futuristic, 320 Pages)
  
  Once I started reading I couldn't stop until I finished. This is one of the better Torres/7 stories I have read on Athenaeum, and the best alternative universe Torres/7 stories I have read thus far. This bard knows her, or his, Star Trek lore. The two protagonist are kept within character and how this bard keeps Dr. Annika Hansen's character very much like 7 of 9 is ingenious. Drama, comedy, romance, steamy sex, touching love making, great supporting casts, it's all there, and more. Applause and hoorays to this bard. - Anonymous - Apr-12-2008

• Courting Erin By Ambrosia (Original / Uber - Modern, 87 Pages)
  
  What a sweet story. The characters are amusing and easy to like and it's very well written. If you don't fall in love with "Courtney" th