Fandom: Vixx, N-centric
Reccing because: This one made me feel for him as a leader, and reminded me of the other Kpop leaders. He might become my Vixx bias should I get into the fandom.
Fandom: Exo, Chanyeol/D.O.
Reccing because: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind AU here. Enough said.
Fandom: Exo, Luhan/Suho
Reccing because: It's a heartbreaking take on the 2014 events in the Exo fandom. Especially, since this is the "love at first sight" ship. (Check the Exo showcase back in 2012 to refresh your memory)
Fandom: 2NE1, CL/Bom
Reccing because: I don't read yuri, but the sexual tension in this one is just too strong. Plus, I like how the writer incorporated 2NE1's "Come Back Home" for all it was worth
Fandom: 100%, Minwoo!Centric, Minwoo/Chanyong
Reccing because: It's probably the most realistic take on boy/boy relationships in Korea, with the homophobia and whatnot. I've never even heard of 100% but this fic just had me in tears by the end of it.
Fandom: Wonder Girls, Yeeun-centric
Reccing because: I think this is THE Wonder Girls fic. It talks about the rise and fall of Wonder Girls, starting on their US promotions and beyond. I started it, not knowing a thing about them, but in the end, I just wanted to hug each and every one of them. I felt like I witnessed their journey and was a part of the fandom.
Fandom: Exo, Baekhyun/Chanyeol
Reccing because: The pain of unrequited love is something most of us go through, and I can relate to Chanyeol's character in several ways. Besides, I confess to Almighty God that I am ChanBaek trash. I am reccing this one... although I cried at the end
Fandom: Super Junior, Kyuhyun/Sungmin
Reccing because: I really think this is THE KyuMin fic that will help my fellow shippers and I accept the fact that Sungmin is really married.
Fandom: Exo, Sehun-centric
Reccing because: This is a nuanced take on Kris and Luhan's departure from Exo, this time from Sehun's perspective. What makes this hurt so much is because every EXO-L knows that all Sehun wanted was for the group to stay together and for everyone to stop fighting.
Fandom: Exo, Lay-centric
Reccing because: I'm Lay-biased, and if you're in need of a good excuse to cry, this is the perfect fic for that. However, if infidelity bothers you, stay away.
Fandom: BtoB, Eunkwang/Minhyuk Reccing because: Hogwarts!AU. Do I need to say anything else?
Fandom: GOT7, Jackson/Mark
Reccing because: I dedicate this to all the MarkSon shippers in T-list
Fandom: SHINee, Key/Onew
Reccing because: I ship OnKey, ok? It's not the happiest of endings, but at least no one dies.
Fandom: Exo, Suho-centric
Reccing because: This is one of the few fics that talks about Kris and Luhan leaving without any romantic drama involved. It's just purely about Suho—his flaws, his fears, his insecurities. I like how this fic just reminded me that he was just human as well and not the superman the fandom expects him to be.
Fandom: TVXQ, Vixx
Reccing because: THIS IS NOT A DRILL. It's a Star Trek AU.
Fandom: Infinite, Hoya/L
Reccing because: While I am more of a MyungYeol and YaDong shipper, this Hoya/L fic was cute as fuck
Fandom: Block B, P.O./Zico
Reccing because: We all think our idols need to go crazy once in a while. Besides, I think we all could use some Zico x P.O implied sexy times in our lives. :))
Fandom: SHINee, Onew/Key, Onew/Gwiboon
Reccing because: I am personally a sucker for fics that involve both male and female versions of Key vying for Onew's affection. Besides, the plot in this one is rather intriguing. I was confused whether I wanted to root for the characters or wish for their downfall, but it's just so wonderfully done that I was invested in it all the way.
Fandom: f(x), Krystal/Luna
Reccing because: It's nice to see fics wherein Luna isn't a saint. Face it, what Sulli did last year pretty much screwed them all over and it was interesting to see how Luna actually thinks about all this.
Fandom: Exo, Vixx, D.O./Leo
Reccing because: It's another one of those fics that deal with the harsh reality that the world isn't ready for same-sex couples, let alone in conservative countries like Korea. It was a refreshing take to see the ups and downs of a relationship between two male idols and everything that comes with it. I enjoyed it since the writer seems to also be very familiar with Korean culture, which helps in stories set in the real world.
Fandom: Vixx, OT6
Reccing because: In my attempt to get to know VIXX, I ended up reading up on how they'd be on a camping trip! Lots of laughs ahead. As Yuki said, this is one of those sappy, funny band-fics you need in your life
Fandom: 4Minute, Beast, Doojoon/Gayoon Reccing because: It's a realistic take on how one little mistake can possibly ruin an idol's career. It also paints how celebrity relationships can happen... You may want to facepalm at some of the things Kikwang says in this one.
Fandom: Block B, Kyung-centric
Reccing because: I just like friendship fics, especially those that emphasize on the members being there for each other no matter what. For all Kyung's insecurities and whatnot, the others were there for him. Plus points for the B1A4 cameo #biased
Fandom: Sistar, Hyorin-centric
Reccing because: You know how girl groups tend to be put up against so many impossible beauty standards? It's interesting to read on how they actually feel about having to live up to so many impossible standards, when we average people think they're the ones who set the standards for us to follow.
Fandom: Infinite, SHINee, Sungjong/Taemin
Reccing because: You know how both Sungjong and Taemin are associated with all things to do with puppies, rainbows, and butterflies? This fic throws all that out the window. It's rather dark and macabre to me, and I was mentally screaming from beginning to end.
Fandom: Super Junior, Kyuhyun/Zhou Mi
Reccing because: It's an interesting take on how Kyuhyun and Zhou Mi's solo promotions were so close to each other. Take note, I avoid QMi on principle, so when I rec it, it's for a noble cause
Fandom: Exo, Baekhyun/Chanyeol
Reccing because: This was cute as fuck, OK? Falling in love abroad? How much better can it get? Besides, as a member of the SS ChanBaek/BaekYeol, it is my duty to recommend every decent fic I fall in love with
Fandom: every single group with Chinese members
Reccing because: THIS IS THE BEST CRACK FIC I HAVE READ IN A LONG TIME. Everyone is just so funny from start to finish.
Fandom: U-Kiss, Kiseop-centric
Reccing because: I enjoyed reading Kiseop's adventures in this one. He made each place sound so exciting and that he really lived these stories he told. I may be biased because it's KISEOP-centric. But the plot twist in the end had me both laughing and thinking at the same time.
Fandom: EXO, f(x), Infinite, Chanyeol/Sungyeol/Luna
Reccing because: This fic stars two of my biases, Chanyeol and Sungyeol.. so forgive me for actually reccing this one
Fandom: Infinite, Sunggyu-centric, Sunggyu/Myungsoo
Reccing because: Infinite magical boys!AU... need I say more?
Fandom: EXO, Kai/Xiumin, Luhan/Xiumin
Reccing because: Not a big fan of infidelity fics, but it hurts for everyone involved in it.. and it's an interesting take on Xiumin, who for once, isn't depicted as the good guy
Fandom: Block B, Taeil/Zico
Reccing because: It's a realistic view on how an in-band relationship can go wrong... and how the members cope with the breakup itself and the aftermath
Fandom: SNSD, Yoona-centric
Reccing because: There aren't many SNSD fics that talk about what Sones have come to refer to as 9/30. This one paints neither side to be better than the other, but you want to sympathize for both SNSD and Jessica anyway. ADDED: Since the big reveal has happened, I admit. I wrote this one, and I think I'm rather proud of it.
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