Brian and Justin in character (for Queer As Folk purists everywhere)

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(I tried to find a similar post but there is no such tag. The closest thing was somebody asking if some specific fanfics are in character and this is what actually gave me the idea to file such request.)

There are many fanfics out there - epic in proportions, well-written, with great plots. But I have to admit that many of them, even those considered must reads and classics - give me a feeling of OOC-ness. There's Brian - nice and affectionate in a schmoopy way, not afraid of commitment. There's Justin - pliant and a completely damsel in distress-like, letting others abuse and manipulate him. There's evil and plotting Michael that actively tries to break Justin and Brian up... No matter that according to canon!Brian, there's nothing to break up. There's even more evil Ethan, Mel and Lindsay being such bad mothers that their children have to be taken away and even though all of those plots are fun to play with, they're not very much true to the characters from the show.

So I was thinking about compiling a list of stories and authors, that could be considered QAF purists when it comes to characterization. No matter if it's a gap-filler, or an AU story, I just need something to sooth my QAF withdrawal, something that will really feel like the show.

I trust your judgement, even though I'm aware that people can feel very differently about some stories. It doesn't matter, I still want your opinion! (After a while, I'll compile your recs into a nice list and put it in this post, under the cut).

Here are all authors and stories mentioned in the comments. I personally do not choose from them, leaving it to you to decide if you think they write in character or don't:

myrna1_2_3 (with caution that the author herself does not consider her portrayal of Brian as being in character, but it is perceived that way by some readers)
ragingpixie (see her site)
vamphile
suzvoy
justvisiting (visitingagain)
bdeviled (especially her A Love That Will Never Grow Old)
Jealous Lover by kinwad
Not My Boyfriend by lindtti
The Break-Up by moonbrightnites
kachelofen
Only Time series by xie_xie_xie (which include Plans, Decisions, Desires, Risks, Famlies, Bieliefs and Directions)
justinlovesart
besame_bj (and beyond_besame, semi-locked, to read some fics you have to be added to the community or friended at the main journal)
severina (especially her Gold and Silver Shines)
netfics (locked, requires being friended)
yoursweater (her stories can be found at queerasfandom, which is locked)
Glowing Rooms by ohmyjetsabel
not-yet-defined
jule1122
testdog65
luceononuro (see her memories; unfortunately, her stories are f-locked)
bigboobedcanuck see her memories
adoringaudience
Sesto's Aria by seperis
darksylvia (see her memories)
In Paris by scoobygang8
Work Inside Out by Keewick
Metamorphosis bynightvision55
So We'll Go No More A Roving by... Author unknown! (If you do know who wrote that one, please, comment below and I'll edit this link.)
windtossed
gradiva
The Untitled Straight!Brian Fic or Conviction by alantie
ellyrianna
burnitbackwards
josselin (see her site, thanks to the Wayback Machine)
xhaleslowly (also known as Ethan, who has his own site)
Brian Like Me by sweetestdrain
flashfly (especially her Catching Fire, Live Action Short and Reliquary; more can be found in her memories)

And my contribution:

soundczech (see her site, thanks to the Wayback Machine)
etharei at rei_of_writing
mojokid (see her tags)
throughadoor (see her site)
sakesushimaki
museme87

Hopefully, to be continued!

Comments

In Character Fiction

[galeandrandy.livejournal.com]

Mostly now my writing is in character or as close to canon as possible. I no longer care to read much OOC nor care to write OOC stories, (which sucks when you're writing a sequel to one that was OOC) and I find keeping in character in an AU to be challenging but worth the effort as an author. Yes, everyone has their own version and it may take authors some time to find their way to canon but it is definitely worth it.
Linking to long fics since I think that's what you're looking for: (All WIPS will be completed by June)

Credence ~ AU ~ Friendship Fic ~ Wip (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/207613.html)

Endeavor ~ AU ~ Workplace & Friendship Fic ~ Complete (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/157125.html)

For Richer or For Poorer ~ Hustler Justin Fic ~ Forced Marriage Fic ~ Complete (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/162736.html)

The Heavy Series ~ Post Series ~ Comedic Parenting of a Dog & Child Fic ~ Complete (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/164231.html)

The Rhapsody Series -Tenebrosity ~ Post Series ~ Brian, Justin & their family dealing with the aftermath of a tragedy that happened to them three years ago (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/207685.html)

For short fics any at my master list except (Point of View and Ardor are In character)
GaleandRandy Master Fiction Index (http://galeandrandy.livejournal.com/166158.html)
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I wish I hadn't already read everything on the list and I know there are some more not mentioned and I was going to post the ones I have categorized on my kindle but it's not working. :( IC fics seem to be in too short of supply over the course of BJfic, I guess that's why I'm so determined now to produce it.

Enjoy all your reading,
Rory

Re: In Character Fiction

[love4movies.livejournal.com]

You don't mention whether Tenebrosity is still WIP or not and your last chapter has been looooong ago. So, is it now officially AWIP? :/

Re: In Character Fiction

[galeandrandy.livejournal.com]

Sorry, I guess it's only listed as wip on the master fiction index I didn't realize it was also not listed as such at the link, I've changed it. It's definitely not abandoned, all of galeandrandy fics that are wips will be finished. I'd never rec something that's abandoned. I'm just waiting to finish them completely before posting them. Which if things go well should be before June.
I'm actually writing Tenebrosity as we speak. There's a lot that goes into that story so I decided against posting more until it was completely with my beta.

Re: In Character Fiction

[love4movies.livejournal.com]

Thank you. Something to look forward to. :)