Tuesday's Best 7-31-2012

Good morning, my lovelies. Hope you're all having a wonderful day. If you're ready for a quick reading break, MizzDee and I have a couple of stories we'd love to share with you, so sit back and enjoy.

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Guest Rec - Chele681

Happy New Year, y'all! Here's to a wonderful, slashy 2012! Chele681's kicking off the year with the first guest rec, so let's get right to it.

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There are so many fics that deserve more love than they get, and so I wanted to share a few of my oldest and newest little-known slashy one-shot favs.

Tuesday's Best 2-1-2011

Good morning, my lovelies. Can you believe it's February already? Where did January go? Before you know it, we'll be welcoming 2012 in at this rate ;-). But let's not get ahead of ourselves, shall we? Before we get that far, Stolenxsanity and I have found some goodies we'd like to share today. Let's see what we've got, okay?

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Greetings all, and Happy February. It’s looking like this year will be flying by just as fast as last year did, so let me get right to the reason you’re all here in the first place: slash recs!

When choosing this weeks rec I told myself that I needed to be unbiased. Then I thought to myself: what is this if not completely biased opinions of the stories that we like, for one reason or another, and want the entire world - or, at the very least, the entire fandom - to read and love just as much as we do? Which is why this weeks rec comes to courtesy of the ever so talented queenofgrey in the form of her very first slash!fic (there have been others since, all of which have been phenomenal), Action.

It’s no secret that I adore queenofgrey an entirely inappropriate amount. She is an extremely talented author, and an amazing person all-around. I had the privilege of pre-reading/beta’ing this little gem many, many moons ago when she wrote it for the “For the Love of Jasper” one-shot contest. That might mean that I’m definitely not unbiased but I re-read this story recently and thought it deserved a little more attention - again.

If you’ve ever read anything queenofgrey has written, you know that she has a phenomenal way with words. The best way that I can think of to describe it is lyrical … poetic, even. It makes you feel like you’re reading a song, or poetry and it’s quite easy to fall in love with her vernacular. Action was no exception to this rule, at least not as far as I’m concerned.

"Yeah. Sorry. I'm just–" Jasper glanced over his shoulder and shrugged a bit, curled into himself a little more in the way that his shoulders hunched. Edward took the glass from between Jasper's pinched fingers and his attention snapped back into place, back to the man in front of him, the one that seemed normal and made the proper amount of eye contact, plied him with alcohol, didn't seem to be trying to angle an in, and he offered a wayward smile, one of apology for his flighty mind. Honesty dripping on the tip of his tongue, he sighed, "They're staring. That always makes me uneasy, no matter how often it happens."

"You think you'd be used to it," Edward laughed, pouring a fresh drink.

"Why? Because of the fame thing?" Jasper scoffed the words, spit them, and took the drink that Edward set before him, slugging it back as quick as he could before wiping his mouth on his shirt sleeve. He leveled his stare to Edward's and sighed, unraveling at the seams. Quietly, sadly, he confessed, "Yes, I am famous, but it's still nerve-wracking. I'm only human."

"Not 'cause of the fame thing." Edward settled his forearms on the edge of the bar and leaned across the expanse of lacquered wood, his mouth nearing Jasper's ear, fire in his eyes. "Rather, it's because you're pretty." Hot, humid breath tickled Jasper's ear, the side of his neck, and he kind of liked it, wanted to lean into it and paint his body in it. Slowly, he licked his whiskey-coated lips and ever-so-slightly tilted his head in the direction of Edward's mouth, cautious not to tilt too close, give himself away. After all, there were well-crafted appearances to uphold. He was met with a low laugh, one that raked over his ribs and set his skin in a wash of gooseflesh, and he could've sworn that lip met earlobe in a pointed gesture of acceptance. He was reaching, mentally and physically, and he sighed, his earlobe tingling. "And, you know, each of these men, look at them." Jasper didn't need to, as he could sense their hostility, jealousy, as misplaced as it may have been to him, and, honestly, he didn't want to move, so he nodded at Edward, willed him to continue. "Every single one of them wants to be you, thinks that if they can just touch you, breathe the same air, that, maybe, somehow, they'll absorb some of your greatness, feel better about their pathetic lives."

Yes, Edward and Jasper. I’m a sucker for this pairing, really. Without giving too much away, Edward is the deliciously sexy bartender and Jasper the action hero on-screen that’s as clumsy as most Bella’s are written off-screen.

A nice combination if I do say so myself.

So, give it a try and let queenofgrey know your thoughts on this little tale of two of the sexiest men to ever grace our imaginations - and television screens depending on who you picture them as. That said, I leave you with this:

"Yeah, I came up here in search of some action. You know, hiking and shit, but then the whole foot thing happened." Jasper motioned to his bandaged foot that rested atop Edward's shin before them and Edward nodded, laughing lightly. Softly, Jasper kissed his neck and Edward only laughed harder. "Come on, don't laugh at the injured. That's not nice."

"I'm not." Edward's face turned into a serious mask, a faulty one that exposed the smirk he was trying to hide in the upturned corners of his lips. Jasper pressed his mouth to each side and Edward exploded in laughter again. "I'm sorry," he let out shakily, "it's just– Your word choice was fantastic back there."

"What?"

"In search of some action," Edward echoed. "Cheesy and cliché, but, oddly, appropriate. I'd say you found some, after all." They both fell apart in roaring laughter, which tapered off as their mouths connected again. "So, you're staying, huh?" Jasper nodded, his lips brushing Edward's slowly. "Does that mean I can take you out on a proper date?"

Enjoy.

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Y’all probably know by now that I absolutely adore Subtlepen, and her unique way of writing. The way she manages to twist and turn things is wonderful, and she always, always leaves me begging for more. And she always delivers, too.

As she has with Major Changes! Edward is so delighted about passing his classes, that he does what most of us would do - he hops on twitter and shares it with his twitter-feed. Now, if you’re like me, you  have a lot of people on your list, and there are likely a few handles on there you don’t recognize. You know them, but you don’t know them...know what I mean? (sorry...couldn’t resist).

Anyway. Most of us on twitter also know that things at times can get a little...shall we say...intense? Spicy? Yeah, I think you get the idea.

Well, our Edward starts a rather raunchy conversation with (at)heavyvetter. He, of course, gets quite aroused, and he’s surprised to find that he’s feeling as much as he is for someone who’s name he doesn’t even know. And not only that, but he doesn’t even know what she looks like.

Wait, did I say ‘she’? Yes, I did. Keep in mind who wrote this ditty ;-).

What happens, and who this (at)heavyvetter turns out to be, you’ll have to go read to find out. Trust me, it’s wonderful. I’ll leave you with a little bit of their conversation. Y’all don’t mind spying a little on their twitter-feed, right? Didn’t think so ;-)

heavyvetter (at)fastfingers: *strips and lays down* I can imagine quite a lot, Fingers. What's your specialty?

Oh, holy shit. I adjusted myself and looked over my shoulder, even though I lived alone.

fastfingers (at)heavyvetter: mmm… i'd start w/ ur feet, an dwork my way slowly up, massaging your calves, tickling teh backs of your knees until you squirm

I continued with another immediate tweet, having used up my 140 characters quickly.

fastfingers (at)heavyvetter: then i'd bite and nibble across your hips, and flutter my long fingers up your sides… ;)

heavyvetter (at)fastfingers: oh, I think I like this. May I reciprocate? Perhaps my lips on your… neck? And another smack on your perfect ass? You like?

fastfingers (at)heavyvetter: yeah, just like that, baby. can you feel my… heart, pounding against you yet? ;) wish you were here now…

What are you waiting for? Go read!

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There you have it, folks. Two lovely stories written by two lovely ladies, so be sure to give them some love when you're done reading. Check back next week to see what Captain Jezebel and naelany have in store for you.

In the mean time, don't forget to hop over to the Twilight No Stress Love Fest,  pick up a prompt (or two, or three), and work your magic with words or image. I just know y'all can give a nice slashy twist to some lovin' for the Fest!

Tuesday's Best - March 2nd, 2010

Welcome to TwiSlash Unveiled

Tuesday's are for the best slash stories we can find and this Tuesday is no different. Naelany and I are here to present you with a few FUCKAWESOME tales that will get your heart to sing and your juices to flow.

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Donna's Pick of the Week...

Brand of Skin

by pulsepoint

Every week I try to find and bring to you little known stories from fabulous, yet unheralded authors, and this week I think I've found us a doozie.

Brand of Skin is a story of Jasper and Edward's first time with each other. The weird thing is that NEITHER of them are virgins and Carlisle, Felix, Alice and Tyler are all involved.

{insert smiley shaking head in shock here}

Yes, you heard me right. Now, granted on this site, threesomes, foursomes and moresomes aren't that uncommon. Hell we fucking love them, but with pulsepoint's Brand of Skin you're in for a bit of a twist. See, Jasper is a amateur porn star and he's initiating Edward into the life in style with his massive cock leading the way.

Here's a taste to whet your whistle...

"Are you sure you're okay?" Jasper wants to know.

Edward nods sheepishly.

"You're big," he offers, rubbing the back of his neck and blushing.

Jasper has to laugh at that – who doesn't like being told they've got a big dick? Jasper knows that already, of course, and it's one of his major selling points on the company's website. They took the time to measure it and list the length in Jasper's profile, even though it's really the girth that makes it stand out.

"I'll go really slow," Jasper reiterates, once again getting ready to penetrate Edward.

This story is funny and sexy and sweet and I, for one, LOVE it. I only wish that pulsepoint would expand it into a multichapter fic. I think it would make a fucking awesome one. ENJOY, leave pulsepoint some love and let them know we sent you!

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Naelany brings you...

My Favorite Way to Wake Up

by SubtlePen

Y'all should realize by now that I'm an absolute sucker for sweetness, and our beloved SubtlePen never disappoints to deliver it. This time she's doing it for the Devirginizing Edward contest, in My Favorite Way To Wake Up.

You get to follow Edward and Jasper from the moment they meet, up to when they first make love - and make no mistake, it is truly love-making they do. It is sweet, tender and perfectly beautiful for a first time. Come on, it's for that contest, so you know they're going to get some good lovin'. I'm not spoiling anything there. How they get there though, that you'll have to read to find out.

“Jasper,” I said, to which he looked bewildered. I stuck my hand out and said it again.

“Like the rock?” he asked, taking my hand in his.

I rolled my eyes, cursing silently. “Like the rock, and my great-grandfather.”

He smiled at that. “Edward, like my grandfather,” he said. “Nice to meet you, Jasper.”

I smiled, and felt his warm thumb graze my knuckles as we reluctantly released each other’s hand.

“Where you headed?”

“I’m done for the day,” I said, glad to have the afternoon free.

He nodded. “Me, too.”

We walked across campus, comparing majors, home towns and living arrangements. We parted ways a few blocks from my apartment, and I watched him for a minute as he walked toward his own, slightly embarrassed when he caught me admiring the view.

Curious yet? Thought so. Go check it out.

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So, there you have it. Another Tuesday filled with TwiSlash Unveiled's picks of the week. Hope you remembered your towel. If not, don't send us the dry cleaning bill, we warned you.

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Also, don't forget about TwiSlash Unveiled's One Shot contest. The deadline for submitting your FuckHot Slash stories is March 14th. For more information, click the link on the top right hand side of the page, or shoot us an email to twislash@gmail.com. We'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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Tuesday's Best, Delivered on Wednesday 12-23-2009

Welcome to TwiSlash Unveiled

Tuesday's are for the best slash stories we can find and this Tuesday is no different...well, except that it ended up being Wednesday. Again. Sorry folks! But never fear, Whitlock's Girl and I are here to present you with a few FUCKAWESOME tales that will get your heart to sing and your juices flowing.

So as a peace offering for being a day late (but definitely not a dollar short!), we're bringing you not only our Twi-recs, but a QaF rec to sweeten the deal. Sound good? Sure does to us! So let's get to it, shall we?

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Whitlock's girl presents:

Pegged by Subtle Pen

When I was neck deep in a dumpster dive, barely keeping my head above water, the powers that be intervened and sent Nae to the rescue. Just as I was about to throw my hands in the say "FUCK THIS SHIT!" Nae pings me with a story that fucking blew me off my god damned rocker. Pegged by Subtle Pen was that story.

Subtle Pen has been a TwiSlash fan since day one and most of the time you can find her drooling over DA's PPoD. DA normally leaves her speechless. This time however, Subtle Pen has done the impossible. She's locked my fucking jaws shut with Pegged. Since it is a one shot, I don't want to give the details away, but I have to say, if you haven't read it and you're into slash and kink then I well and truly believe you'll be adding this one to your favorites. It's just that fucking good.

So, with that said...I only have one thing else to add...REMEMBER TO GRAB YOUR FUCKING TOWEL AND BE SITTING DOWN WHEN YOU'RE READING THIS STORY. That is your only warning. I'm not responsible for your dry cleaning when you ruin your pretty unmentionables (wtf are you wearing panties for anyhow) nor am I responsible for the DR. bills from the trip to the ER if you weren't seated when you were reading.


***Check out this QaF story***

Thou Art To Me A Delicious Torment by Minxie

This is a Season One AU story set after episode ten. Why am I rec'ing it here? It's fucking hot as hell and a definite must read for our BDSM fans. However, as Minxie says, if you are looking for simple D/s-style sex games, then this isn't the fic for you.

Minxie does in 7100 words what most can't do in two, three, or four times that. She grabs a hold of you by your nips and refuses to let go. At the end you are searching desperately for more because you just can't believe that's all of it. The great thing is...it's not. Thou Art To Me a Delicious Torment will be continued in That Which Yields Is Not Always Weak. However, it's not been posted, yet. So, we must play the waiting game.

You can find Minxie and her beautiful stories on InsaneJournal and LiveJournal. If you're a QaF fan, check her out.

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Okay, jumping in real quick before I do my own rec for this week. As Whitlock's Girl mentioned, I pointed her to Pegged. It just blew me away and I knew, just knew she would love it...and so would y'all. So yes, definitely go check it out. Run, don't walk!

Now in return, she had shown me the QaF story...and though I don't really know QaF (hey, just watched the first two episodes today, k?), I did love this story and I want to read more of it. So even if you're not familiar with the QaF universe, check it out. It's well worth it.

That said, let's move on to my rec for the week. What to tell you about this week's rec, without giving things away? Hmm, well...the name of it would be a good place to start, wouldn't it?

Change of Heart by rachelcullen77

When the vision finished, my eyes shot open and I too began to scream.

“Jasper!” I yelled, not even knowing who I was calling for. “Jasper! Where is he? Help him,” I urged desperately to the two people at the end of the room. Your mother and father, a voice said. However, the recognition didn’t go through me.

“HELP HIM!” My voice frightened myself. It terrified me even more that I was scared for this Jasper. Again, without meaning, my voice screamed again. “JASPER!” I screeched, my voice surprisingly high. I felt my arms begin to tear at the wires attached to me.

Suddenly, the room was filled with people all shouting different orders. I felt hands grasp at me, but I pushed them away. All I could think about was Jasper. I had to get to him. I had to save him; he couldn’t die.

“JASPER!” I yelled again, the people right next to me cringing away. In that split second, I managed to get every hand off me, and I was sitting up, pulling at the wires again. Then I felt a short, sharp pain in my arm, and all the life was sucked from me. I could feel myself slipping slowly away, my head lolling onto my shoulders. Voices echoed in my ear, but one stood out above the others.

“Alice,” a golden voice whispered. I felt myself frown deeply. I wasn’t Alice; I was Edward.

This is a heartfelt fic (yes, pun intended). You can feel Edward's pain throughout, but you will have to read to find out why he's in it. Was Edward able to save Jasper? Read this at your own risk, this is not for the faint of heart (Sorry, couldn't help myself).

By the way, rachelcullen77, I for one would love to see this continued. At least a little more. I'm sure I'm not alone ;-) (what do you mean, peer pressure?)

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So there you go. Another Tuesday rec, even if it got to you a day late. Worth the wait though, I trust ;-). Hope you remembered your towel, if not, you know who to blame (not us! We warned you ;-) ).

Tuesday's Best~July 28th, 2009

Welcome to TwiSlash Unveiled

Tuesday's are for the best slash stories we can find and this Tuesday is no different.

First off, Jenn has had to take an indefinite hiatus from fanfiction. We wish her loads of luck and love and hope she can return to us soon.

So, that leaves Val and I. We've put our heads together and have decided to switch it up a bit. Instead of picking stories from certain categories, we are each going to bring you a story that has us quivering with need, something so fucking fabulous you'll hate yourself for skipping over it.

We won't be foresaking any of the categories. The stories we bring you will always be from one of the 4 original categories and remain true to our mission. To bring you the best slash we can find.

We hope you enjoy!

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Donna's Pick of the week...

Verum Quod Eventus

by stolenxsanity

After entering the Tattward and Inkella contest, I subscribed to their Community on FFnet. Verum Quod Eventus hit my inbox and I went nuts after reading. I decided to recommend it today for one reason and one reason only.

IT'S SO FUCKING HOT THAT I AM PRAYING THAT WITH ENOUGH INCENTIVE THE AUTHOR WILL CONTINUE IT!

That is it, in a nut shell. The angst and lust are abso-fucking-lutely amazing. You can FEEL the emotions and the angst. It twists you up and demands that you read and continue to do so until you get to the end and once there you're pissed that the >> button is missing.

As some of you know, my hubs is a slash lover. He's an avid fan of DefinatelyStaying's and when I read this story I literally threw my laptop in his lap and said, "READ THIS NOW! RIGHT FUCKING NOW! AND MAKE SURE YOU REVIEW!" I think it's the first time I've ever recommended a story to him or anyone else in such a forth right manner. If I were able I'd do it, I'd do the same exact thing to each and everyone of you.

If you don't read this...I might just round up a posse with Major Whitlock at the helm and hunt you down.

OH! Be sure to leave stolenxsanity some love.

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The Master brings you...

Simple

by SubtlePen

Even though “Simple” by SubtlePen is a one-shot, there is nothing simple about it. It is one of the most unique premises for a story I have read, leaving the reader to guess the characters involved. SubtlePen drops clues throughout the story to the character identities but their names are not revealed until the end. This is so cleverly done, that when you are finished reading the story, you immediately want to read it again, to see if you can spot the hints along the way. The clues start off small and get more obvious as the story continues.

SubtlePen pushes the envelope by also dealing with controversial subject matters. First, the story hints at underage consensual sexual activity, but both characters are willing (very) participants. While agreeing to keep things ‘simple’, not involving emotions behind the physical act, they soon learn that this is much more difficult than they originally intended. Second, also involves incest; as the two characters are adopted siblings of Carlise and Esme. If this is something you are not comfortable reading, I suggest skipping this one. Personally, while both these matters are controversial, you get so wrapped up in the characters, and who they are, that you completely forget their situation…until one of them reminds you.

I recommend “Simple” for the simple reason that SubtlePen manages to weave mystery, sex, and controversy all into a brilliant one-shot.

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So, there you have it. Another Tuesday filled with TwiSlash Unveiled's picks of the week. Hope you remembered your towel.

Stay tuned until Thursday for when we bring you Thursday's Read, Rate and Review. They have an absolutely fabulous story lined up for you.

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Don't forget about TwiSlash Unveiled's One Shot contest. The deadline for your FemSlash story submissions is August 15th. For more information, click the link on the top right hand side of the page, or shoot us an email to twislash@gmail.com. We'll be happy to answer any questions you might have.

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The right hand column is changing a bit. We will be adding lists of stories we've rec'd and rev'd. As of right now, the links are still a work in progress, but they will be ready to go soon. I PROMISE.

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