#twylie

Happy 2023! We hope it's off to a great start! To wrap up 2022, here are our recs from November and December, and we'd also like to give a warm rare/gen welcome to @hullomoon, our latest mod! Enjoy the recs!

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The Best Things in Life Are Free by @icantbestill29, Alexis/Twyla, rated T, 1759 words 

SUMMARY: It's the thought that counts, right?

Rec [written by doingthemost]: This is a super cute, fluffy Christmas moment between these two. Twyla's conflict over what to get Alexis for the holiday is so relatable and realistic, and the payoff of the actual gift—and Alexis' reaction!—is so worth it.

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bigger than the whole sky by @blackandwhiteandrose, David-centric, rated M, 1201 words

SUMMARY: On the rooftop of his gallery in New York City, David and a friend get introspective (and high) about life and love.

Rec [written by petalwrites]: This pre-canon slice of introspection is such a beautiful and emotional look into David’s headspace before Schitt’s Creek. It really makes you appreciate his growth throughout the show. (It does feature a canon character from another universe, but no knowledge of that show is needed.)

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cosy by @alysiswriting, Stevie/Twyla, rated M, 100 words 

SUMMARY: Stevie deserves all the good things. And great sex.

Rec [written by samwhambam]: This is 100 words of perfect story building. It’s sultry, a little bit sweet and very cosy. Perfect for a little bedtime read.

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A Jewelled Tapestry by jamilas_pen, David-centric, rated G, 100 words 

SUMMARY: David observes an autumnal spectacle.

Rec [hullomoon]: I love introspection and this drabble is so poetic. If you want to be reminded of a crisp autumn day and the path life has given you, I high recommend. 

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Performance by @wearpersistencewell, Alexis & David, rated T, 182 words 

SUMMARY: David is concerned, but unsurprised, when Alexis puts on a familiar show.

Rec [hullomoon]: I love reading fics that dissect Alexis & Ted’s breakup. With David focusing on how he and Alexis both handled them in the past, it’s nice to see what’s changed.

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Raindrops on Roses by meeshxsmith, Stevie/Twyla, rated G, 1033 words

SUMMARY: Stevie and Twyla try out for the Sound of Music.

Rec [written by samwhambam]: If there’s one thing I LOVE, it’s car conversations. And this fic has a flirty, hopeful car conversation! Twyla offering to take care of Stevie? Yes, please! Very nice.

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Sherlock Sands and the Mystery of the Pie Thief by @sarahlevys, Gen (with background Alexis/Twyla), rated G, 609 words

SUMMARY: When Twyla Sands' pumpkin pie disappears from the table, she goes on a quest to discover the thief.

Rec [written by petalwrites]: This is the insight into Twyla’s family that we all needed. Full disclosure, this slice of absolute silliness was written as a glorious gift for me, personally, but I highly recommend it to anyone who needs something to make them smile. It also now has an accompanying podfic!

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stars by the pocketful by @anniemurphys, Alexis/Twyla, rated T, 1657 words 

SUMMARY: Twyla is Canada’s Sweetheart, a highly successful singer recording her latest album. Alexis is pop’s bad girl, invited to co-write and record a song for Twyla’s album.

Sparks fly.

Rec [written by doingthemost]: I didn't know I needed Twyla as Taylor Swift until suddenly, we had it. Seriously, if you're at all a Taylor Swift fan or a Twylexis fan—bonus if you're both, of course!—this is the fic for you. It's a pitch perfect AU (pun intended!) and so much fun.

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The time is here! The gateway is open, we've all had an amazing week full of fun, and now we can reveal the creators for this year's fest!

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[fic + podfic] home is wherever you are tonight — Alexis/Twyla, T, 4,662 words / 31:15, by @sarahlevys and Amanita_Fierce

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There’s a shine in your eyes that i just can’t fight — Alexis/Twyla, T, 3,665 words, by @the-kellephant

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i know some people who have seen it all — Stevie/Ruth, T, 2,407 words, by @nerdframed

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Preheat to 350 degrees — Stevie, G, 2,142 words, by @fakingsincerity

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The Schitt’s Creek Corn & Beer Festival Sponsored by The Rosebud Motel — Stevie/Twyla, G, 2,004 words, by @pretendtofly

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as close as pages in a book — Stevie/Ruth, T, 3,389 words, by @stereopticons

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Resonance — Grace & the Jazzagals, G, 3483 words, by another_Hero and an_fish

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chocolate chip cookies — Stevie/Twyla, T, 3,011 words, by @alysiswriting

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why do i have to pretend? — Stevie/Alexis, T, 2,089 words, by @dinnfameron

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You and me together riding into the sun… — Alexis/Twyla, G, 2,000 words, by @typewritess

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if you think there ain’t lightning at the end of this kite string (girl, i’d say that’s a losing bet) — Alexis/Twyla, T, 4,823 words, by @turningtimeinthetardis

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It’ll Be Fun — Alexis & Moira, G, 3,578 words, by @neelyo67

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it’s fine if it’s with you — Stevie/Twyla, T, 3,349 words, by @hullomoon

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[Podfic] Ring Toss — Stevie/Ruth, G, 7:06, by poddingthemost, @lilythesilly, and @petalwritesx

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won’t you send a sign? — Alexis/Twyla, G, 3,199 words, by @lilythesilly

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Tomorrow is a place we are together — Alexis/Twyla, T, 2,777 words, by another_Hero

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the confidence of friends — Grace, Twyla, Jocelyn, & Ronnie, G, 2,486 words, by @alysiswriting

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maybe the miles can make up for the things you lack — Stevie/Twyla, T, 1,916 words, by @mymariahcarey

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(everybody’s watching her but) she’s looking at you — Alexis/Twyla, E, 12,854 words, by singsongsung

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You Can Have My Back — Alexis/Twyla, T, 3,042 words, by @doublel27

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making a lark of the misery — Alexis/Twyla, T, 1,720 words, by @petalwritesx

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[podfic] wherever you go, there you are — Stevie/Twyla, E, 1:08:37, @hullomoon

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Happy Wednesday! We’ve got just the fics to help you get through the mid-week slump. Today’s releases include some good ol’ friends-to-lovers, strangers-to-friends, and even stranger-to-reluctant-confidant. These are the kinds of stories that feel like a warm hug… and who doesn’t need a hug these days, huh?

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DAY 3 REVEALS

You Were There All Along [Stevie/Twyla - M - 19,794]

“I can’t tell you when exactly it started. I don’t remember. It just seemed like one day we were relative strangers and the next day, Twyla Sands was suddenly there. A presence in my life.”

Stevie and Twyla were best friends in high school. They both had unstable home lives and found comfort and solace in each other. After high school they drifted apart when life got in the way, but they always showed up for each other when it mattered.

Years later, Stevie reflects on their friendship and wonders if it’s possible that they could be something more.

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coming home to you [Gen (Stevie, David) - T - 2,185]

There’s a room in the cottage that’s always ready for her, whenever she needs it.

It’s not a guest room. David and Patrick were very clear on that. The third bedroom is the guest room. But this, this is her room.

There’s Rose Apothecary products in the bathroom, even though she’d still use the drugstore brand if left to her own devices. There’s the old, battered quilt on the foot of the bed that David said didn’t go with the decor, but left it there for her anyway because he knew how much she loved it. There’s even a Sarah McLachan poster on the wall.

There’s a room in the cottage that’s always ready for her, and that’s why she’s definitely not crying on this airplane.

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A Ray of Light [Gen (Patrick, Ray) - NR - 1,477]

Patrick needs a change, and contacts Ray Butani about a job.

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sophomore slump (or comeback of the year) [Gen (David, Connor) - G - 1,242]

“What can I do for you, Connor?” he asks.

“Right.” Connor clears his throat too. “I was actually hoping I could get your advice on something?”

“Oh, now you want my advice?”

Connor groans. “Are you gonna make me regret this?”

“I mean, probably,” David says, pretending to inspect his nails. “I don’t give very good advice.”

a.k.a., Connor actually needs David's advice this time.

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His Very Nearness [Gen (David, Twyla) - G - 1,237]

In his early days in Schitt’s Creek, David finds a less than traditional method of caring for his mental health. His friendship with Ted and Twyla gets him through, and he maybe makes a new friend as well.

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[Podfic] we'll get together then, dad [Gen (Alexis, Johnny) - T - 08:06]

"Alexis? Honey?" He tries a laugh. "You're making me worry."

"Sorry! Sorry." She laughs, too, and it sounds closer to the Alexis who learned to love him in Schitt's Creek. "I'm just... I don't know how to say this, I guess? But." He hears her take a deep breath before the rest of her words come out in a rush.

"I'm queer, Dad. And I wanted you to know."

When Alexis comes out to Johnny, he does some reflecting about his two children.

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Hello friends and welcome! We hope 2023 has been treating you all well. It’s certainly been treating AO3 well. There have been so many great fics and we’re excited to share our favorites with you. So, make sure you grab a snack, your favorite blanket, and show these fics some love. 

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at every table i’ll save you a seat by @nerdframed, Stevie/Ruth, rated T, 2,082 words

SUMMARY: Stevie didn't think Ruth knowing how she takes her coffee would mean so much, as well as other realizations.

Rec [written by hullomoon]: The unspoken way a partner learns little details about you is something that makes me 🤧 Woven throughout their travels, this is a perfect Stevie/Ruth fic.

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Auld Acquaintance by @treepyful, Stevie/Ruth, rated T, 2840 words

SUMMARY: Ruth gets separated from her friends on NYE, but the night manages to go up from there.

Rec [written by doingthemost]: Okay, I might be biased, since this was written for me, but I love that this fic puts Stevie and Ruth into situations and tropes that we don't usually see for them. It's a breath of fresh air for these two, and the momentum towards the end is so fun!

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a decision not taken by @alysiswriting, Patrick/Rachel, rated G, 775 words

SUMMARY: If Patrick had made a very different decision, and put the happiness of others before his own.

Rec [written by doingthemost]: Thank goodness for the "alternate universe" tag on this one! This ficlet is gut-wrenching, but also so wonderfully done at the same time.

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Gentleness by @alysiswriting, Stevie/Twyla, rated E, 1,037 words

SUMMARY: Stevie wants Twyla. In every tender, gentle way her girlfriend gives her. Something Stevie had never expected, and now something she would not be without.

Rec [written by hullomoon]: Soft and sensual, if you love one partner gently worshipping the other this fic is for you.

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She said I got her if I want (she’s so soft like silk chiffon) by Fuckingkity, Stevie/Alexis, rated M, 1,350 words

SUMMARY: After David and Patrick’s wedding, Stevie and Alexis spend the night together. Wink wink nudge nudge

Rec [written by hullomoon]: I am so here for the headcanon that Stevie and Alexis hook up at David and Patrick’s wedding. Stevie’s confession is well-done here and makes her first kiss with Alexis so satisfying.

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where you go (forever and ever) by @anniemurphys, Alexis/Twyla, rated T, 2489 words

SUMMARY: On a January weekend, as a storm rolls in, Alexis Rose rolls into Schitt’s Creek too, much to Twyla’s surprise.

Rec [written by doingthemost]: I love the childhood friends trope, and we don't have enough of it in this corner of the Schitt's Creek fandom! This is such a fun take on Alexis and Twyla, haunting and moody and full of a quiet, hopeful optimism all at the same time.

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you spoke to me so sweetly by @hippolotamus, Alexis/Twyla, rated E, 2653 words

SUMMARY: Alexis hums her appreciation, letting her eyes fall closed while Twyla repeats the circuitous route, and breathing in the blend of lavender and lemon oil her wife insisted upon for “calm and good luck”. The temporary serenity only lasts for three or four passes until a light knock at the door interrupts. She doesn’t try to hide her instant pout when the gentle pressure disappears and she’s forced to open her eyes again.

Dr. Rist breezes inside, far too perky in Alexis’s opinion. Perhaps it’s a good sign. Despite her nerves, Alexis plasters her PR smile on, and clasps Twyla’s hand – the only tell she’ll allow to indicate she’s worried while they wait to find out what kind of life changing the appointment will be.

“Well,” Dr. Rist says. “Alexis. Twyla. Sorry to keep you waiting. Let’s begin, shall we?”

Rec [written by doingthemost]: Mind the tags on this one, as there's some medical angst a fair amount of hurt/comfort, but if you want to feel warm and taken care of just like Alexis and Twyla take care of each other in this beautiful lil' fic, look no further. 

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We're ascending! Today kicks off a week of fabulous femslash fanworks. Have your eyes on the gateway? Check out today's works, and don't forget to leave kudos and comments for the creators!

Want to track your reading? Make a copy of the master list here and follow along every day!

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[fic + podfic] home is wherever you are tonight — Alexis/Twyla, T, 4,662 words / 31:15

"Okay," Alexis says. "Okay. So I know neither of us are married, we don't want to move to Toronto alone, and we're already talking about living together. And you're my best friend, Twy."

"You're mine, too."

Alexis smiles, pressing her fingertips against her mouth for one brief, fluttery moment. "And we're going to be best friends forever, right? So if we're always going to be in each other's lives, and we care about each other and love each other, what's stopping us from signing on a mortgage together?"

OR: Alexis and Twyla, super platonic best friends, decide to buy a house together. What could go wrong?

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There's a shine in your eyes that i just can't fight — Alexis/Twyla, T, 3,665 words

Twyla goes in for a tattoo and comes out with a crush.

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i know some people who have seen it all — Stevie/Ruth, T, 2,407 words

Stevie has an unexpected life-changing experience after she takes a trip for the Rosebud Motel Group.

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Preheat to 350 degrees — Stevie, G, 2,142 words

Stevie receives a cookbook as a gift. The resulting meals feed her body and soul.

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The Schitt's Creek Corn & Beer Festival Sponsored by The Rosebud Motel — Stevie/Twyla, G, 2,004 words

The distracting thing, though, was the cutoff jean shorts with the pockets hanging out below the frayed hem. As Twyla leaned down to retrieve a crate from the ground, bending at the waist and putting her long, bare legs on display, Stevie knew she was fucked.

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Hi, friends! November was a doozy for your mods, so we apologize for the delay in getting this post out to you. But we're back, and we hope everyone’s nice and cozy (and warm) and ready to read some of our favorite rare & gen SC works from September and October 2022. We know you'll enjoy them!

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it was just a wednesday by apothecarose, Stevie/Twyla, rated T, 592 words

Summary: I only drink red wine. She remembers saying those words to David years ago, and she had been telling the truth. She'd never been attracted to another woman, which is why her feelings for Twyla slammed into her like a freight train.

Rec [written by samwhambam]: I really enjoyed this fic. It felt like a nice, warm hug of feelings. It was gentle and the whole thing is the equivalent of the ‘oh’ we love so much. Highly recommend if you’re looking for something short and sweet and full of feelings!

Some of the Things Some of the Time by @chronologicalimplosion, Stevie/David, rated G, 11,050 words

Summary: "How, um... How do you feel about... flavored wines?"

"What, like Herb Ertlinger's fruit wines?" Stevie pulls a face, obviously not having caught on yet.

David takes a deep, only-mildly-mortified breath, hoping she will. "No, like. I mean, what really is a red wine, anyways? Like, sure, it's got a different color from white, but different people like them because they taste different. So I was just wondering. Since you're a red drinker. Is it... the label, or the grapes, or... the taste? What if--I mean--you made a wine out of white grapes but you pissed off Dionysus or the scientists worked their magic or whatever and it came out tasting like a red?"

"Okay, David, I think you are vastly overestimating how picky I am about wine--and also how much I, like, know about wine? Because I know this is a metaphor but I have no idea what you're talking about."

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A reimagining of the events of Carl's Funeral & Honeymoon (where David and Stevie talk sexuality, hook up, and break up) in which David Rose is a trans man.

Rec [written by doingthemost]: I loved the original in this series, and as a sucker for David/Stevie, I was thrilled to see this new installment! I love this reinterpretation of the canon; the characterization and dialogue are so on point, I would absolutely believe that this is canon.

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Wishing for an Endless Night by jmda4, Alexis Rose, NR, 594 words

Summary: Alexis tries to cope with the idea of leaving her family.

Rec [written by petalwrites]: This short-and-sweet fic explores what’s going through Alexis’s head before she leaves for New York, and it’s really touching! It really highlights how much she grew throughout the show, which is one of my favorite parts of Schitt’s Creek.

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The Witch of Schitt’s Creek by @tyfinn, Gen, NR, 1115 words

Summary: Roland Jr. comes to David and Patrick for help when he thinks he sees a witch.

Rec [written by petalwrites]: Something about this really reads like part of a Halloween episode of a sitcom for me — which I’m a sucker for. D/P makes a brief appearance, but the real star here is Roland Jr. It’s a funny, sweet fic about a misunderstanding so true to how kids think. I could definitely see it happening in a future episode of the show.

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The time is here, and the gateway is now open!! Sign up for this year's Elevate! exchange today!

What’s Elevate!?

At its heart, Elevate! is a Schitt’s Creek exchange that centers on Alexis, Moira, Jocelyn, Twyla, Stevie, Ronnie, Gwen, Ruth, Tennessee, Heather, Rachel, Shannon, and any other non-male character from the show.

You can participate in two ways:

Sign up for the exchange! You let us know what you want to receive and what you want to write, and we match you with a new friend. And now's the time to sign up for this year's Elevate! exchange!

Submit a solo work! Add a work to the collection—fic, art, podfic, or anything else—before the due date, and it’ll get posted as part of the releases.

Important Dates:

Sign Ups Open: August 1-14

Matches Delivered: By August 16

Works Due: October 9

Works Posted: October 10-14

Works Revealed: October 17

FAQs:

If I’m going to submit a solo work, do I have to sign up by August 14? No!

If I want to partner with a writer to create art, podfic, or something else, how do I get that set up? Email us at [email protected] and we’ll get you connected!

If I want to partner with an artist, podficcer, or someone else to have work included with my fic, how do I get that set up? Find us at [email protected] and we’ll take care of you!

Are there any restrictions on who can sign up? We only ask that fest participants (exchange and solo) be 18+. 

I have more questions! We have answers! Find us at [email protected] or here at our ask box!

Ever wondered what happens to our favorite characters after the show ended? Us, too, and so have these creators! Check out our future fic & post canon recs for @screadingchallenge, and don't forget to give some love to the creators!

Future Fic & Post-Canon

A Budding Romance (Stevie/Twyla, G, by @agoodpersonrose)

Adore (Ted/Alexis, NR, by @maxbegone)

aflame (Alexis/Twyla, T, by @pretendtofly)

An Evolving Palate (Steve/OFC, M, by @brrose-apothecary)

Friend of the Family (Stevie/Alexis, E, by @petrodobreva)

i wanna be found by you (Ted/Alexis, T, by @rosy-doze)

I Wouldn't Hesitate At All (Ted/Alexis, T, by @doublel27)

kiss me when you come home (Alexis/Twyla, G, by @sarahlevys)

learn to love in kind (Alexis/Twyla, David, G, by @sarahlevys)

mile by mile (Ted/Alexis/Twyla, M, by @sarahlevys)

never thought i'd meet you here (Ted/Alexis, by @sarahlevys and @landofsonlali)

ooh see that girl (watch that scene) (Alexis/Twyla, Stevie/Ruth, the Jazzagals, by @lilythesilly)

A Paradigm of Stitches (Stevie/Ruth, T, by @middyblue)

Pretty Follies (Alexis/Twyla, Stevie/Ruth, T, by @treepyful)

Something You Keep (Ted/Alexis, M, by @doublel27, with podfic by Amanita_Fierce, eafay70, Elswherefumbling, @godoflaundrybaskets, mahons_ondine, olive2pod, @rhetoricalk, ships_to_sail, sophinisba, @sunlightsymphony)

sophomore slump (or comeback of the year) (David, Connor, G, by @petalwritesx)

There's No Place Like It (Patrick/Stevie/David, T, by @neelyo67)

These Are The Voyages (Stevie/Ruth, T, by @treepyful)

Things That Happened at the Twyla’s Café Tropical Grand Reopening and Halloween Party (Schitt's Creek townies, G, by @dinnfameron)

and they said speak now (Ted/Alexis, NR, by @anniemurphys)

want your heart to be for me (Ted/Alexis/Twyla, T, by @anniemurphys)

(When I was a little girl) I wondered who I'd give all my love to… (Stevie/Ruth, G, by @typewritess)

whittling away at the self (who am i?) (Jake/Mutt, T, by @hullomoon, with podfic by Amanita_Fierce and art by @lizzie-bennetdarcy)