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[deelaundry]

I've been posting a lot lately, and you're probably well right sick of me, and I don't blame you. I'm kind of sick of me, too.

But that's not the point of this post. The point is: I'm doing the House recs on crack_van in July (which is 3 days away -- how did that happen?). Any suggestions on how to write a rec? Mine always go something like this: "This is good. You should read it." Not detailed or robust enough for crack_van, I'm thinking.

PS. They really need reccers for House, starting in August. Sign up here.

Comments

[simmysim.livejournal.com]

I like it when recs have a quote or two. Also, aha I'm sure you know this already but like, what sets this fic apart, "I've read fics with this theme before, but this one is original and doesn't fall into typical cliches" or "It's not often the characterization of Wilson agrees with me!"

Just, seriously, whatever stood out to you about the fic.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Good advice; thanks. It's typical on crack_van to include an excerpt so that'll definitely be in there. Now I just need to get writing.

[nightdog-barks.livejournal.com]

*nods*

What simmysim said. Ask yourself "Why do I like this fic? Well, because of a, b, and c."

Then in your rec, say "People should read this because of a, b, and c."

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Writing fic is easier than writing recs! There's absolutely an art to reccing - bironic's a master at it. Thanks!

[phinnia.livejournal.com]

I'm not sick of you. *hugglomp*
I have no advice whatsoever, but I thought you should know. <3 <3

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

*hugs back* Adore you!

[hibernia1.livejournal.com]

All the good advice has already been given. Just want you to know I'm not sick of you at all!

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Thanks; that's sweet of you to say. I feel like I've been spamming the f-list lately. :-/

[hibernia1.livejournal.com]

No spamming at all, you're keeping in touch, you're entertaining us with adorable stories and interesting DVD-extra's, and you're asking questions to keep our brains in shape! All quite commendable.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

AWWWW! Thanks!

[poeia.livejournal.com]

I never (NEVER)remember to check my friends page on LJ. But I'm pretty sure I'm not sick of you posting -- I stop by here a couple of (5) times a day to see if you've posted anything new.

People in the LJ branch of the House fandom know your writing. They'll know that if they like your stuff they're willing to try anything you rec. So whatever info you supply will be a bonus.

You should probably create a standard form for the basics.
Fandom:
Main Characters and/or Pairing:
Length:
Author:
Rating:
Genre: Angst, Humor, Character Death, Crack

I'm sure I forgot some. But then all you need is a few sentences on why you liked it and, possibly, an excerpt.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Awwwww, Poeia, I ♥ you. Did I mention you're next on my fic commitments list?

♥ ♥ ♥

[poeia.livejournal.com]

Yes, but you know my time frame -- you have until mid-September now that they pushed the season premier back.

[jdr1184.livejournal.com]

I have included a brief summary, rating, pairing, reasoning, and favorite line. Just let people know what they can expect.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Yep, that sounds good. Thanks!

[warmdarkwoman.livejournal.com]

I'm not sick of you. I like your posts. :)

Um, I fourth everything everybody else said about the recs.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Aw, thanks. I get all awkward-feeling when I "talk" too much.

[xaipw.livejournal.com]

Not sick of you, dear!

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

What a cute emoticon! Hugs back at you!

You might like this ficlet by spoggly: Brower History (http://spoggly.livejournal.com/133009.html).

[mer-duff.livejournal.com]

I have no idea how to write a proper rec, but I love seeing posts by you!

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Thanks, Mer! Some day I'm going to get back to the Wilson in College fic. Some day!

PS. Did you see the convention people are spamming LJ comms again? They seem to have avoided house_wilson and housefic, though... I can't imagine why...

[mer-duff.livejournal.com]

Heh - I noticed it at sick_wilson. They obviously only read the name of the com, not its purpose.

I wasn't going to bug, but yay for more Wilson in college! Some day (I've now put off my Father's Day story for yet another year, though at least it's longer than 300 words now)...

And now I'm thirsty for a g&t.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

*hugs back* Is part 12 of Switcheroo on the horizon?

[pwcorgigirl.livejournal.com]

queenzulu does great recs that aren't very long. She usually starts with "Here's what caught my attention about this story," which leads into a bare-bones summary of "Here's the premise," and that segues into "why you read it" and concludes with a short excerpt.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

She's this month's reccer on crack_van, so I will peruse them in more detail. (I've been just jumping to the fics instead of reading the recs closely.)

I have to say, your icon has the most adorable Corgi I've ever seen it. I think it's the ear standing up so attentively -- she or he is obviously a curious dog!

[pwcorgigirl.livejournal.com]

The little drawing reminded me so much of my own corgi, except he has lovely dark hazel eyes. :)

[hannahrorlove.livejournal.com]

I was the reccer a while back; I tended to put in authors that hadn't gotten onto the van already, or stories that were unlikely to get attention otherwise.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Good points. I've got my stories picked out, but I'll look at the list again with that eye. Thanks!

[takes-a-fairy.livejournal.com]

*blinks thoughtfully*

Well, hun...I don't know you well enough to be tired of you. Soooo....happy posting.

Re: talking too much
Heh...at least you're keeping in touch with your friends, unlike those whom one has to drag everything out of because they don't communicate until you do so.

Re: rec's
I agree with everyone else. Oh, and the form idea is good because it will help create a consistency I'm sure we will all learn to count on. hee

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

Thanks. I'm going to start writing up my first rec today and will use the suggestions here.

first rec...

[takes-a-fairy.livejournal.com]

*nods and smiles at you*

I will look for it. Happy reccing...

[daisylily.livejournal.com]

I wouldn't get tired of your posts even if there were 100 in a day ;D

And what everyone else said re reccing.

[deelaundry.livejournal.com]

You are a sweetie! ♥ ♥ ♥