In this episode, Laura is joined by Shayna, a prominent fan fiction enthusiast and creator of Shayna's Library on TikTok and Instagram. They dive deep into the world of Dramione fan fiction, discussing the allure of fan-created stories, the proper etiquette for engaging with fan fiction, and Shayna’s top recommendations for new and seasoned readers alike. Whether you're a veteran fan or new to the world of Dramione, this episode has something for everyone.


Topics Covered:

• Introduction to Fan Fiction and Dramione
• Shayna’s Journey into Fan Fiction
• Proper Etiquette in the Fan Fiction Community
• Finding and Navigating Fan Fiction
  • AO3 
  • Wattpad
  • Fanfiction.net.
  
  
• Understanding Fan Fiction Word Counts
• Shayna’s Top Fan Fiction Recommendations:
  • Wartime Fics:
    • "Manacled" by SenLinYu
    • "The Auction" by LovesBitca8 (Julie Soto)
    
    
  • Post-War Fics:
    • "Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love" by IsThisSelfCare
    • "Remain Nameless" by HeyJude19
    • "Measure of a Man" by InADays22
    
    
  • Hogwarts Era:
    • "Isolation" by Bex-chan
    • "The Disappearances of Draco Malfoy" by Speechwriter
    • "Things We're All Too Young to Know" by Nerwrites
    
    
  • Other Favorites:
    • "Meet Your Match" by MorganMercy
    • "Love and Other Historical Accidents" by mightbewriting
    
    
  • Shayna’s Own Work:
    • "The Stars Above Us" by EmbersofApril
    
    
  
  

Connect with Shayna

• Shayna’s Library on TikTok: @shaynaslibrary
• Shayna’s Library on Instagram: @shaynaslibrary
• Shayna’s Fan Fiction Database: https://shaynaslibrary.notion.site/Dramione-FanFiction-Database-6db1f9cb1d02456687f30644dbd95d67
• Shayna’s Fan Fiction Writing (EmbersofApril): https://archiveofourown.org/works/41741034/chapters/104716539

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