Snowflake Challenge Day 5, 2017

[alisanne]

Day 5

In your own space, post recs for at least three fanworks that you did not create. Leave a comment in this post saying you did it. Include a link to your post if you feel comfortable doing so.

OMG, I am so behind on fests, it's crazy.
But I have also been reading frantically, so I shall rec from what I have read/seen. Please realize that this doesn't mean that the other stuff isn't reccable, just that I haven't got to it yet!

From hd_erised

Lumos by Anon birdsofshore, 42K, NC-17, Harry/Draco.

The dialogue in this fic is stellar, as is the mutual wanking (yes, you read that right). And Harry's inner thoughts are perfect and utterly hysterical. Also, I'm a sucker for original magic, and this story hit that button perfectly. Really lovely tale with gorgeous characterizations and did I mention the dialogue? Also, Draco's trunk hilariously steals the show. *giggles*

Weed or Wildflowers by Anon lq_traintracks and sdkshelly, 17.5K, NC-17, Harry/Draco.

Another fic where the dialogue makes it. Can you tell I have a thing for snark? *g*
Draco and Harry keep getting set up on dates together, and after a while they start to like it. Not that Draco's about to admit that. The supporting characters are great, the premise fun, and the sex, sizzling.

Rainy Days and Grimoires by Anon 8c, art, HarryDraco.

Gorgeous color scheme is gorgeous. Also, the premise is sweet, and there's an absolutely delicious kiss. And books! Also Draco's robes, Harry's hair, Draco's braid. Go look just to see Draco's braid. LOL.

Breakfast is for Eating in by Anon anokaba, art (NSFW), Harry/Draco.

Make sure you're alone when you click on this because whoa nelly, it's sizzling. Let's just say Harry's choice of breakfast is...unorthodox. *g* Also, the color scheme (one you get around to noticing that) is wonderfully warm, and then there's the sock. Dudes, that sock is just...*bites fist* Go look.

From hoggywartyxmas

An Excellent Choice by Anon shadowycat, art, Severus/Minerva, PG-13.

This depicts a lovely, tender, and intimate moment between lovers, although I'm pretty sure Severus is paying less attention to the book and more to Minerva's cleavage. *g* Wonderfully drawn, their hair is great, and the textures are practically touchable. Beautiful work!

Great Balls of Snow by Anon sigune, art, Minerva, Severus, assorted others, Gen.

Delightfully charming art and story depicting an annual and ongoing winter competition between Minerva and Severus. If you click on nothing else on this list, see this. It's superb.

Friends, Teachers, Countrymen by Anon hiddenhibernian, 3700, Severus, others, R.

This story made me shiver and sigh, sob and laugh. It's a beautiful imagining of Severus' holidays and the gifts he gives his friends, even when they cannot know they have received them. Bittersweet, poignant, and heartbreaking tale.

From mini_fest

Warm Christmas Magic by Anon shadowycat, art, Minerva, Gen.

Beautiful warm colors and fabulous line work make this piece cosy and warm. I love Minerva's sweater and I can practically smell the hot chocolate. Yum. :)

Dashing Through the Snow by Anon akatnamedeaster, art, Sirius and Buckbeak, G.

Everything about this depicts joy and happiness and winter cheer. Especially the looks on their faces as they 'dash'. And I love the sense of movement the artist conveys. Wonderful work! :)

Whew!
And remember, if you see/read something you like, leave some love, yes?