This week Sara and Laura discuss “Who Is Like God?” a work in progress (WIP) written by A_LazyPanda (some of you may know her as Gia467). Centering on the character of Miguel, this work is a type of hero’s journey story that straddles the metaphysical line between the Valley as we know it, and something far more mysterious, magical, dark, and dangerous. It’s a story about the gray areas-- between right and wrong, between the ‘real’ and the fantastic, and between free will and fate. The story is also enhanced with a carefully chosen soundtrack (see Youtube playlist below) and some truly lovely fanart.

Perfect for readers looking for a refreshing departure from typical fanfiction plots and tropes and the typical romance-centered story, dive into this WIP now and be ready for the conclusion!

READ the full interview and show notes HERE on AO3

(ALSO: Laura and Sara end the episode at 1h14m ; from there till the end they talk recent engagement with the DC Comics Batman and Superman fandoms. Stick around for that if you want to geek out with us!) 

Episode References

• Full Q&A Interview and more notes! (AO3)
• Work - "Who Is Like God?" by A_LazyPanda (AO3) 
• Video - Guillermo Del Toro on Pan's Labyrinth 
• Soundtrack “Who Is Like God?” (YouTube Playlist)
• Video - Stephen Fry explains the Tristan and Isolde chord
• Work - “Boy Toy” by A_LazyPanda (AO3)
• Fic Rec - "Sneaking Through Johnny's Window" by ChangeTheCircumstances - AO3

DC BONUS - Notes

• Laura Author Rec - Batfam - Mikimoo
• Laura Author Rec - Batfam  - Pentapus
• Laura rec - Batfam story -  "Strange Manor" by pentapus
•  Sara rec - Clex - "Conflicts of Interest" by  rageprufrock
• Sara rec - Clex - "Reconcilable Differences" by astolat
• Sara rec - Clex - "Useful Arts" by rivkat   

Contact and Credits:

• Music: Kyle Laurin "Young Hearts Medley" (Twitter: @cobrakylemusic)
• Tumblr: talkinfanfic.tumblr.com 
• Instagram: @talkinfanfic
• Email: [email protected]