Ever fallen down the rabbit hole of fanfiction? We have, and we’re taking you with us! In this episode, Valsaraptor, DokiDokiBunBun, and Mim break down where to find fanfics, the different types out there, and the unspoken rules of fandom culture.

From Fifty Shades of Grey to H.P. Lovecraft, Star Trek, and yes—even My Immortal—we explore how fanfiction has shaped pop culture, including books and movies that technically started as fanfic. We also dive into fanfiction culture in Japan (doujinshi), the unexpected origins of some iconic stories, and the things you wish you didn’t know (dead dove, lemon/lime...).

Of course, we can’t talk about fanfiction without mentioning My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, and the chaotic ships that come with them (Bakugo stans, we see you). We also discuss LGBTQ+ representation in fanfiction, why AO3 and Wattpad remain go-to platforms, and how MLM and WLW stories thrive in fandom spaces.

Whether you’re a reader, writer, or just morbidly curious, this one’s for you!

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