The Ultimate Xena Fan Fiction Directory: What's New?

• Saturday,August 31, 2002

• Happy vacation, Heartbrkn! BTW, since Heartbrkn is away, could everyone send me the updates? xxlbadboy@aol.com Thanks, Barry

• Deconstructing The Box by Kel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [uber/unfinished]
  This is the story of a young woman with a heart of gold and will of steel. After a particularly violent break up with her abusive lover, Reilly Fredericks finds the strength she needs to move on with her life and her brand new career with the help of her teacher and dear friend, Tia. Tia persuades her younger friend to stay with her while she tries to heal the physical and emotion damage that her former lover caused. Along the way, Reilly's and Tia's friendship will grow stronger as they each find out more about the other and themselves.

• In All The Empty Places by Janneen Brownell on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [über/alt/complete]
  This is about two women who rediscover each other. Two years ago Victoria lost Alec because of a past Alec couldn't or wouldn't explain. Fate brings them back together and once Victoria learns the truth, she has to decide if they can have a future together.

• A Girl With A Chakram In Egypt By Starry Glyph on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [post-fin/complete]
  In this post-FIN story, Gabrielle journeys to Egypt to continue the fight for good. However, she encounters more trouble than she bargained for but also receives aid from a most unexpected source. In the meantime, Xena finds that being dead isn't all it's cracked up to be.

• Ruby's Café by L. Crystal Michallet-Romero on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [original/complete]
  Told in the narrative style, this original tale depicts the time when the author's grandfather attempted to capture the illusive American Dream. Comments about the story, Ruby's Café from Al Young, an award winning, world renowned novelist: "Ah, you are a storyteller," and "This is rich material!" and his final written comment was, "You've done a splendid job of telling this saddening story of your grandfather's loss, a "loss" that alerted him to his true living treasure. You have a talent for narrative and storytelling that I hope you will develop by writing more about your family and your own experiences."

• The Brass Ring part 28 by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• War Of The Vampires part 6 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• A Sibling's Rivalry part 2 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• Hope Lives... by Xedra on Lynka's (romantic friendship)
  Hope survives after "Family Affair" and Xena goes to find her.

  Friday,August 30, 2002

  VACATION is here!!! And what perfect timing!! I'll be gone for a whole week. Everyone stay safe~Heartbrkn

  Liberty News:
  My girl:
  Becky Hammon hit a WNBA Finals record-tying four treys and scored a team-high 18 points for New York. Yes we lost the first game, but we will do better next game. GO BECKY!!! (THUD)(theres an ESPN bar on the ship. So where do you think I'll be? (g) )

• Primal Touch by Amber on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 5

• So Close, So Far by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 8

• New eBooks on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  Uncertain Twilight - At3sparky
  Indescretions - Cruise
  Ab Initio - Cruise
  Letter of Marque - V. Anderson
  Letter of the Law - V. Anderson
  Gift (The) - Littlespit
  Until It Ends There Is No End - Phantom Bard
  Under A Colorado Sky - Patsbard
  Uber Is As Uber Does - Celine
  Uber Uberalles Ubers - KSP
  Return to Nurrengaard - David J. Duncan
  Same Story... Three Times - Crow and Barbara G. Smith
  One (The) - Alex Tryst
  If the Tights Fit - Mr Valentine
  Fan (The) - Lena
  Stirred - KG MacGregor
  I Can't Do This Alone - Kamouraskan
  Fool Again - KarenK
  Injustice - Dimples
  Meet The In-Laws - Ernie Whiting
  Return of the Warrior Princess - Erne Whiting

• Meet You There by Blue to Dragon's Quill And Ink (U)
  It's a unique and slightly strange tale of two women that live out their lives in a haunted house. But do they live with ghosts, or are those voices something else?

  Thursday,August 29, 2002

  What a day!! I am so tired!!

• eBooks on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  Beyond the Edge - WhymZ
  First Steps - Mikael Helbo Kjaer
  Took You Long Enough - WhymZ
  FLIRT! - WhymZ
  Fixed eBooks
  Summer Reunion - Barbara Davies
  Montana Journey - Amelia Sedley

• Forgiveness Part 1 by Marion D Tuttle on Lynka's site (ALT)
  Author's note: "The first part of this story is at some point direct quotes from the episode The Bitter Suite I do not intend plegerisim. While I liked The Bitter Suite I always had my own ideas of how Xena and Gabrielle would get over the rift that TPTB put them through. I took the liberty of using the first part of their story to pave the way for said ideas.

• The Xena and Gabrielle XXX Scrolls: Part 55- My Lord by Shana and Kye at Shana's Xena Commentaries and Reviews(ALT)
  The action heats up, when Gabrielle finds herself in the violent clutches of a conquering Xena who not only doesn’t recognize her, but is intent on breaking her. This is the second in our answer to the Friend in Need episodes. (Please read disclaimer carefully.)

• Stirred by KG MacGregor on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  In this sequel to Shaken, Anna Kaklis and Lily Stuart find their new love tested by dramatic changes in their lives.

• Uncertain Twilight by At3sparky on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [original/alt]
  In the future, a lonely shuttle pilot meets the woman of her dreams; or does she?

• Countertransference by Phair on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  This is the next installment in the O'Grady series. Part 9 will complete the tale. Added part 8

• New eBooks on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  Gabriel Journals (The) - Inyx
  Forgotten Way - Tragedy88
  Heart of Africa - GS Binkley
  Hell is Here - Minerva
  First - Kim Pritekel
  Fragments - Grit
  Forces of Evil - Trish Kocialski
  Forget the Moment and Reflect - EpTalk
  Fields of Gray - Redcat
  Dance After (The) - KarenK
  Eyes of the Past - Taleweaver
  Blood Red Scream - Tragedy88
  Northbound Love Tolls- WhymZ
  Two Souls, One Truth - WhymZ

  Wednesday,August 28, 2002

  Hello all! I am very happy about the Liberty!! I am also starting my vacation Friday night, for a whole week! I am going down to Florida to pick up my son. I miss him dearly. He has been down there for 8 weeks.Then we are going on the Disney cruise! Now if the Liberty win the Championship that will really top off my week!

• Provenance by Cruise on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Added Part 11

• Lessons by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Added Part 12

• FULL STEAM AHEAD (Impulse) by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Added Part 7

• Amicus Humani Generis by SB Zarben on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Added Part 5

• NORTHBOUND LOVE TOLLS by WhymZ on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Summary Pending

  Tuesday,August 27, 2002

• Love Is The Key (Revised) by Anita Louise on Lynka's (alt)
  Summary previously posted.

• The Conqueror's Campaign part 13 by CJ Wells on Lynka's (Alt)
  Continuing story.

• The Conqueror's Campaign part 14 by CJ Wells on Lynka's (Alt)
  Continuing story.

• Family Reunion by Jrockit and Cheeya on Bardic Influence (ALT)
  Xena, Gabrielle and Thalia(Solan's twin) head to Amazon lands when a Queen dies. Gabrielle decides to initiate their daughter to become a princess. Once there, Xena thinks she might miss the ceremony as she is summond to Centaur lands. What could the Centaurs want with the Warrior Princess? Parts 2 and 3 now up.

• The Conqueror Series - Tale Three: Time's Fell Hand - Part 7 (In progress) by LJ Maas on MaryD's site. (Alt / Conqueror)
  Continuing story.

• The following e-books have been added to The Bard's EBook Corner:
  
  The Adventures of Young Ephiny: The Challenge (Classic - Complete) by L. Fox
  Midnight on Purdy Hill (Uber/Alt - Complete) by Pam Lord
  The Calling (Uber/Alt - Complete) by Pam Lord
  Strains Of Wagner (Uber/Alt-Complete) by Pam Lord
  Whom The Gods Would Destroy (Uber/Alt-Complete) by Pam Lord
  Beware The Green Eyed Monster (Classic - Complete) by Lawlsfan
  Fetish (Classic - Complete) by Lawlsfan
  Mr Turnip Head Rides Again (Classic - Complete) by Lawlsfan
  My Weakness Is My Strength (Classic - Complete) by Lawlsfan
  Tavern Talk (Classic - Complete) by JD Jenkins (GabTBard)
  Fantasies (Classic - Complete) by JD Jenkins (GabTBard)
  Aren't You Two... (Classic - Complete) by JD Jenkins (GabTBard)
  The Joining 1-4 (Classic - Unfinished) by Kamouraskan
  Champion 6-8 (Classic - Unfinished) by Melissa Good
  Shadows of the Soul 13-14 (Conqueror - Unfinished) by Melissa Good

• On Azrael's Wings - Part 17 (In progress) by D. Jordan Redhawk on her site. (Alt / Original)
  Continuing story.

• Xena And The Fairy Folk by S. King [Alt/Unfinished]
  Xena and Gabrielle run into a mysterious woman who is escaping her home land, and her travelling companion a big butch girl called Nic. Chaos takes over as they try to get the couple safely to Amazon Territory, and when Amazons and Fairy Folk finally meet all hell breaks lose. This is a 'first time' comedy as Bride and her special friends force Xena to declare her love for her Bard and then deal with the mayhem that follows.

• First Steps by Mikael Helbo Kjaer [Gen]
  This 1st of 12 stories in the Darkness and The Light series follows Gabrielle after A Friend In Need as she handles an adventure in Egypt, discovering more about her soul and other secrets hidden in the shifting sands of the great desert. It is all seen through the eyes of a bed ridden Xena as she reads Gabrielle´s scrolls.

• FLIRT! by WhymZ on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  The warrior and bard get playful during the events of A DAY IN THE LIFE.

• Took You Long Enough by WhymZ on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  A peaceful evening campfire sets the scene for warrior and bard to surrender to their feelings at last.

• Two Souls, One Truth by WhymZ on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary Pending.

• Beyond The Edge by WhymZ on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Summary Pending.

  Monday,August 26, 2002

• Message from Kevin Smith's agent, Robert Bruce:
  
  Dear Fans:
  Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
  Sue and the boys are doing quite well considering, but its very much a day to day thing. There are reminders Kevin on Xena which was screening here until last week, and Kevin's voice is on a new series called "Funny Farm' which is about animals and is narrated by the lead dog, who was voiced by Kevin. There are photos of him still in cafe's and places he went, so no one wants to forget him.
  Sue is absolutely overwhelmed by the generosity of all who have donated and at last count it was at almost NZ$200,000.00. Which is going to pay for schooling his boys.
  Thank you again for all you have done.
  Best regards, Robert Bruce

• Message from Heartbrkn: Liberty News:
  WE ARE THE EASTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  Need I say more???? GO LIBERTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

• Time's Fell Hand - Chapter 7 by LJ Maas on her site [Alt]
  Xena and Gabrielle enter Athens, Xena gets information about an "orphaned" child, and then has a night she'll never forget.

• Provenance part 11 by Cruise on Club Uber (alt/uber)
  Continuing story.

• Lessons parts 10 and 11 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Time's Fell Hand part 7 by LJ Maas on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conqueror)
  Continuing story.

• Ripples In Time part 7 by Lois Kay and cbar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• The following e-books have been added to Merwolf's Academy of Bards:
  
  Noemi by Katia N. Ruiz
  And I Saw Her... by Verity
  Song of the Candle (The) by Kamouraskan
  Summer Reunion (A) by Barbara Davies
  Bad Girls by Dimples
  Southern Cross by Windstar
  Sins of the Past by Bored Pup
  Soul Retriever by LM Townsend and Crow
  Uber Gals and the Mystery of the Hen's Bane by Emily Mills
  School Days by Dimples

  Saturday, August 24, 2002

  Thank you everyone for sending me the link to Junebug. I did forward it on. Have a good weekend all.

• The Write Advice from Dragon's Quill and Ink
  Dragon's Quill and Ink would like to announce the launch of a new creative writing web site. It is a teaching web site that brings together a multitude of resources relevant to creative writing. Through this web page, whether you are a novice at writing or an old hand, you will find the information necessary to improve your writing skills. We include a variety of information and links on how to research using the internet as your main source, as well as links to all the major search engines available and tips on how to use search engines effectively. Additionally, we include subject specific search engines for an easy way to locate information on many subjects you may be researching. We also include links to a multitude of writing exercises to improve your creativity. You will also find a variety of information on writing on the web, including ezines and e-mail lists. We encourage you to browse or join some of these magazines and groups. So for now, have fun, browse around and get writing!

• Primal Touch part 4 by Amber on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Poetry in Motion part 9 by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• e-Books on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  When the Cat's Away - Rab Donald
  Game, Set and Match - Ali Vali
  Musical Chairs - Ah-ladis
  Mountains to the Sun - Amelia Sedley
  Ms O'Connor Goes to Washington - S. Lee
  More Than There Are Stars - LouBug
  Signals - Rab Donald
  Situation - Rab Donald
  Visions - Rab Donald
  The Wager - Rab Donald

• Midnight On Purdy Hill (Complete)by P. Lord on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  Two women, a night full of stars and love without boundaries.

• The Calling (Complete)by P. Lord on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  A musician sells her soul for fame, but what does the daemon really get in return?

• Whom The Gods Would Destroy (Complete)by P.Lord on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  The true Gorgon curse, after the wrappings and trappings of myth are dispersed.

• Strains of Wagner (Complete)bu P. Lord on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  In the aftermath of battle, a warrior finds something greater than courage to hold on to.

• Bloodlines - Parts 23-26 (In progress)by Kodi Wolf on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  Continuing story.

• The following Authors / Stories have been added to The NExt Chapter: Jane Fletcher

• Ali Vali

• Between a Memory and a Dream - Part 3 (In progress)by LA Tucker (Alt / Uber)
  Continuing story.

• Musical Chairs (Complete)by April Hadis (Alt / Uber)
  If a soggy, emotional, slushy soap opera is what you crave; your dose is ready.

• Heart of Africa (Complete)by G.S. Binkley (Alt / Uber)
  Heart of Africa is about a young woman who battles poachers, commercialism and greed to preserve Africa's beauty and encounters an unlikely comrade along the way.

• And I Saw Her...by Verity on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt/Original]
  This is what the author sent us for a synopsis (G) This is a story about puppies and the courage it takes for them to stand up and say, "I don't like like Puppy Chow!" Okay not really, but I bet your wondering what it is about now. Well, I'll give you a hint, It's about the love between and the moments in time that strengthen and reaffirm that love. Just read it! it won't hurt . . . I think. : )

• A Sibling's Rivalry by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt/Original/Unfinished]
  Frances DeValoi, a young successful lawyer, is a womanizer with quite a few notches on her belt. But when she meets Katie Rosenberg, things change... Katie Rosenberg, an accounting student, is instantly captivated by the mesmerizing gray eyes. At first she resists the magnetic pull towards the lawyer, but their love is instantaneous and could survive anything... maybe. Ross Devaloi, Frances' brother, is also in love with Katie. Will he ever rest until he gets Katie?

• Sins of the Mother part 5 - Misunderstandings by L. Crystal Michallet on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xenas mistakes bring to light some information about Ari. Meanwhile, a misunderstanding between the bard and her daughter leads to some compromising situations and the dark child tries to find ways to keep the numbness at bay.

• FULL STEAM AHEAD (Impulse) by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 6

• Noemí by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Added part 7(conclusion)

• The War of the Vampires by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Added Part 5

• Tie Break by Bonnie on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 18

• Original Sin by Malaurie Barber on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 19

• More e-Books on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  Laguna Nights - Carole Giorgio
  Play It Again, Sam - Ali Vali
  Deadly Challenge - Trish Kocialski
  Practical Lies - JP
  Em's Song - Laststarlite
  Young at Heart - Muzza
  Why I Say It So Often - Sam Ruskin
  Language of Love - Shortbard

• Musical Chairs - a short schmaltzby April Hladis has been put onto Wordscape [alt/original]
  Nora and Wendy work at a silent movie studio that has just begun to usher in sound. A minor incident during filming one day sparks off a chain reaction of emotional ups and downs for both women.

• Game, Set and Match pt 1 by Ali Vali joins the Wordscape Mystery & Thriller pages, with a dash of romance too [alt/uber-original]
  Welcome to the world of women's tennis. Parker King is riding high after winning the prestigious Wimbeldon tournament only to be shot down by a feisty airline pilot named Emily Parish. King Kong as Parker is known on the court falls hard, but will it be because of the person that wants to kill her or for love?

• Body and Soul part 3 by Lariel continues on Dreamcatching and Wordscapefiction [gen/original]
  Angelus has a mystery to solve, and the outcome could mean the difference between salvation and damnation. There's a lot at stake - but all she wants is to be left alone to live a normal life.

• The Last Conqueror pt 2 by Lariel and Kamouraskan continues on Maison de Kamouraskan and Dreamcatching [gen/conqueror]
  The Empire is crumbling and a struggle for power is about to begin. Dark forces are converging, and crucial choices have to be made. But which choice is the right one? And what difference can a streetsmart kid from Corinth and an insane prisoner make anyway, against forces which draw their power from the evil of the earth?

• The Joining parts 1-4 are up on Maison de Kamouraskan [alt/classic]
  A young woman travels through time with her suspected stalker, and wakes up in a field outside an Amazon village amidst conspiracies, civil war and the marriage of Xena and Gabrielle.

  Friday, August 23, 2002

  One week and counting till vacation! I can't wait!

  Liberty News:
  We are playing our first game against Washington as I type. Beck(THUD) made a great shot just at the half time buzzer that put us ahead. We are trailing now by 4 right now, but thats ok we play again Saturday. On other note I can't believe Houston didn't make it this year. I am totally stunned.

• Today, Advocates for Youth and Rock the Vote launched a campaign to support Comprehensive Sex Education. This campaign urges young people under 25 to sign a petition protecting their right to honest sex education. Please view the ePSA below, sign the petition, and send this out to as many people as possible (including any listservs that this would be relevant to).

  Also, if you have a website that would like to be linked to this campaign, let Advocates know via e-mail at empower@advocatesforyouth.org
  Thank you for your support!
  A campaign from Rock the Vote and Advocates for Youth
  Abstinence
  Birth Control
  Condoms
  You've got a choice...
  They'd like to take it away
  ACT NOW. Check out this animation and do something:
  Pass this on to everyone you know. Make our voices stronger.
  Trish
  tkocials@nycap.rr.com
  http://xenamultimedia.com/trish
  Author of Forces of Evil, Blue Holes to Terror, and coming in 2003...Deadly Challenge. Check out www.rapbooks.biz for updates and more good books.

• If anyone knows anything about the author Junebug and the uber "Night And Day" please email me. I have someone looking for it.

• The Xena and Gabrielle XXX Scrolls: Part 54- The Warrior Bard by Shana and Kye at Shana's Xena Commentaries and Reviews (ALT)
  Ever since seeing the final episodes of Xena, A Friend in Need 1 and 2, I’ve told Kye that I refuse to accept it as the end. However, it didn’t stop us from both becoming angry and saddened by the way Rob Tapert (et al.) decided to end the series. Next week is part 1 of what will be a four part series of scrolls on how we pick up the action after Friend in Need. These scrolls are full of anger and betrayal and many of the other emotions Kye and I feel over FIN. There are going to be scenes that are going to upset some readers, but we promise, if you stick with us, you’ll be much more satisfied with these scrolls than the series finale. And these scrolls do NOT signal the end of the XXX Scrolls…merely another tale in Xena and Gabrielle’s amorous adventures, and, in fact, a doorway for scrolls that take place after the Jappa trip. (Please read disclaimer carefully)

• All the time in the World by Ri(ALT)
  after Xena's fight with Alti in India, Xena and Gabrielle discuss their futures.

• Be my Guide by Ri(ALT)
  When Xena looses her dark side in Chackram, Gabrielle realizes she can love all of Xena.

• In light of what has gone before (Come as you are) by Branwyn of Llewelynn(ALT)
  Amazons and Druids. The first of a planned multi-part story

• The Adventures of Young Ephiny - Episode Three: The Challenge by L.Fox(GEN)
  Continuing story

• As If by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  Summary Pending

• Christmas Eve by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Mel and Janice)
  Summary Pending

• Reflections by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Mel and Janice)
  Summary Pending

• Images by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Mel and Janice)
  Summary Pending

• Dreamtime by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary Pending

• Musical Chairs by April Hladis aka Ah-ladis on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/original fiction]
  Nora and Wendy work at a silent movie studio that has just begun to usher in sound. A minor incident during filming one day sparks off a chain reaction of emotional ups and downs for both women.

• Caution: Under Construction part 38 by Vertigo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Ms. O'Connor Goes to Washington part 9 by S. Lee on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  conclusion

• Game, Set, and Match part 6-8 by Ali Vali on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  conclusion

  Thursday, August 22, 2002

  Long day...stay safe everyone..~Heartbrkn

• Love Thy Neighbour - Prologue and Chapter Oneby Wolfsword(Alt/Uber)
  This is the story of two women who have had to live with violence their whole lives, told through the eyes of Nicki Finnley. She's trying hard to forget painful memories, but that's proving difficult when next door to her, Karen Bates is crying out for someone to help her. How much are you willing to put aside for someone you barely know?

  Wednesday, August 21, 2002

  ...It's been a long night....the lights are bright......the crowd is still....... the score is tied.....they pass.... they aim.... they shoot......BECKY HAMMON gets another 3 POINTER!!!!!! LIBERTY WIN THE SEMI FINALS!! Now we are off to the finals against Washington. THursday is the first game. I am on such a natural high right now....weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee...(g)

• Clever Too by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena has a little heart-to-heart with her mother after the events in THE FURIES.

• Deep Water by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  A mysterious woman and a young god who's a chip off the old block, help Xena and Gabrielle come to terms with their feelings for one another.

• The Wake of Darkness by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  The missing scene following the moment in RECKONING after Xena gives in to her blood lust in the cell and lashes out against Gabrielle.

• ULYSSES: THE LOST EPILOGUE by Wakar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  An epilogue to the episode ULYSSES

• Poetry in Motion part 8 by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Lessons part 8 and 9 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Between a Memory and a Dream part 3 by L. A. Tucker' on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  conclusion

• Maison de Kamouraskan has moved to Dreamcatching!
  Visit Kamouraskan's new site for updated and revised stories, fanfiction, articles and travelogues (coming soon)

• The Last Conqueror part 1 by Kamouraskan and Lariel (conqueror/gen)
  The Empire is crumbling and a struggle for power is about to begin. Dark forces are converging, and crucial choices have to be made. But which choice is the right one? And what difference can a streetsmart kid from Corinth and an insane prisoner make anyway, against forces which draw their power from the evil of the earth?

  Tuesday, August 20, 2002

• A message from Heartbrkn:
  Liberty News -- We woke up!! We beat ther Fever but good. Everyone cross your fingers that we win the tie breaker on Tuesday night!! We had such an awesome game!!

• 1001 Armageddon Nights - Part 6 by Dreamweaver on Lynka's (alt)
  Continuing story.

• Past Is Present by Zee on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  A bodice ripper or sweeping epic, either way its a ripping good tale. A time of college students and strippers. Two women with a past history struggle to find love together in the present, despite baggage and a psycho ex. While their friends sit on the sidelines making snide comments.

• A Gift For A Day by Marnster (Marnie) on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  Gabrielle prays for a day of peace to enjoy with her warrior.

• On The Road To San Pedro by L. Crystal Michallet on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  While on a vacation to watch Renée O'Connor's final performance in Macbeth, the author reflects upon the events that occurred during the trip.

• Amicus Humani Generis part 4 by SB Zarben on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• FULL STEAM AHEAD ( Book 3 - Impulse)part 5 Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Fier Dimensia part 3 on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• At the Crossroads (Complete) by Medora MacD on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Set in early Season Three, before Dahak and the Rift stories.

• New Beginnings - Parts 3&4 (Part 3 in series - complete) by Erin O'Reilly & J M Dragon on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  Continuing story.

• The Adventures of Young Ephiny: Episode Three - The Challenge (Complete) by L. Fox on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Continuing series.

• Beware The Green-Eyed Monster (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  No. 4 in the: Foibles and Follies. The Misadventures of the Warrior and Bard Series.

• Fetish (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Yeah, this pointless story was written in response to a challenge and yeah, it just may end my short-lived career as a bard but hey, it was fun while it lasted.

• Mr. Turnip Head Rides Again (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Summary pending.

• My Weakness Is My Strength (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Revised: Formerly titled For Love of a Warrior.

• Now (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  This is more or less a PWP (plot, what plot) story, my first of this nature. Anyway, I was inspired and just thought it might be fun to give it a shot and write this. I was right, it was. J

• Simple Pleasures (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  No. 2 of the: Foibles and Follies, The Misadventures of the Warrior and Bard Series.

• Togetherness (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  A lighthearted look at two friends who enjoy being together.

• When Pigs Fly (Complete) by Lawlsfan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  All right, this utterly nonsensical sequal to "Fetish" was written in response to a challenge, which by the way hopefully ends here and now before the entire Xenaverse cries for my committal to the nearest asylum for the turnipy insane.

• Aren't You Two... (Complete) by GabTBard on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Tales of the Warrior Princess: The Private Scrolls of Gabrielle The Bard Who Loved Her.

• Fantasies - (Complete) by GabTBard on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  No. 2 of the Tales of the Warrior Princess: The Private Scrolls of Gabrielle The Bard Who Loved Her.

• Tavern Talk (Complete) by GabTBard on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  No 3 of Tales of the Warrior Princess: The Private Scrolls of Gabrielle The Bard Who Loved Her.

• On Azrael's Wings - Part 16 (In progress) by D. Jordan Redhaws on her site. (Alt / Original)
  Continuing story.

• The Scream - (Complete) by Medora MacD on MaryD's site. (Alt / Uber)
  Revised version 08/02.

• Wanderlust (Complete) by Rose Corsaro on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  The Rheingold is missing and Xena and Gabrielle are required to find it.

  Monday, August 19, 2002

• We Do What We Can part 12 by Girlbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber/unfinished)
  Continuing story.

• Lifetime Employment part 6, conclusion by Crow on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Conclusion to story.

• Another One of Those Nights by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary pending.

• A Conversation In The Elysian Fields by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary pending.

• The following e-books have been added to Merwolf's Academy of Bards:
  
  The Gift by Kim Pritekel
  The New Season by Kim Pritekel
  The New Season - Joie's Story by Kim Pritekel
  The Phantom by Kim Pritekel
  Warrior...Bard...Goddess Of Love by Kim Pritekel
  Old Wound, New Beginnings by Kim Pritekel
  The Cabby by Kim Pritekel
  A New Life by Kim Pritekel
  Confessions by Kim Pritekel
  Blind Faith Revisited by Mikki Hibbens
  All the Time in the World by Ri
  If You Are Gone by Xenickz
  Blue Holes to Terror by Trish Kocialski
  The King's Court by Dimples
  Meka's Desire by Ri
  Gladiator by Carola Eriksson
  Love in a Strange World by Carola Eriksson
  A Valiant Journey by D
  Find of the Century by Ri
  Stashed by Kamouraskan
  Sex, Wives and Misunderstandings by Ali Vali

  Sunday, August 18, 2002

• Honor Among Thieves part 8 By Sage Hamilton on Rocky's Realm
  Continuing story.

• First Light part 14, conclusion by Emily Duncan on Wordscape [original/alt]
  First Light is set in the UK, and explores the characters of Nia and Jake, two women thrown together by their respective connections to the British Mafia. Follow their ups and downs, as they strive to build a relationship amidst the intrigue and danger that surrounds them…

• Body And Soul part 2 by Lariel on Wordscape [original/gen]
  Angelus has a mystery to solve, and the outcome could mean the difference between salvation and damnation. There's a lot at stake - but all she wants is to be left alone to live a normal life.

• Designs Of The Heart part 6 by Heartbrkn Bard on Wordscape (alt/uber)
  Continuing story.

• The Faeries' Gift by JLynn on Wordscape [gen]
  Poem

• Full Steam Ahead (Book 3 - Impulse) part 4 by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• So Close, So Far part 7 by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Uber)
  Continuing story.

• Under Construction part 37 by Vertigo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• The Scroll by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Gabrielle writes what she believes is her final scroll dedicating her thoughts to Xena.

• Signals by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Parted from the warrior to enter a bards contest, Gabrielle meets an older, wiser woman who's advice becomes invaluable in helping our two heroes form a more 'intimate' bond.

• Situation by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  A desperate gambler in need of funds prompts the warrior and bard to face feelings they've kept buried.

• Someone To Watch Over You by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Crossover)
  More 'Uber' than cross-over, two modern day incarnations of the warrior and bard are aided in forgeing their relationship by the intervention of Xe and Gab who can view them from the bliss of their eternal rest and relaxation in Elysia.

• The Strongest Thread by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Following a surprise ambush and a stupid argument, Gabrielle leaves Xena but soon regrets her decision. Meanwhile, a bewildered Xena is guided by some 'invisible force' that will surely re-unite them both on a more certain path.

• Visions by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  This tale is set in the aftermath of the ep. "Return of Callisto" A still shaken Gabrielle decides to return home alone and is given help by a mysterious stranger. However the kindness of strangers hides an ulterior motive and soon Gabrielle is given a stark decision to make. ( Graphic sex scene between Xe and Gab)

• When The Cat's Away by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena picks up a 'stranger' in a bar.

• The Wager by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  A first-time story. Amusing little story that has the Warrior Princess making a VERY sure bet. Some fun mind games in here.

  Saturday, August 17, 2002

  Liberty News:
  What a sad first playoff game. We SUCKED! We were like sleep walking on the court. I hope Sunday will be better.

• If You're Gone by Xenickz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Beth and Cole - childhood friends and soul-mates. A realistic view of how life can tear at the very fabric of a relationship. Can they find their way back to one another?

• Lessons part 7 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Armageddon part 6 by Imadreamweaver on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conqueror)
  continuing story

• Astarte in your Life by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena and Gabrielle become lost in thick woods and find shelter in an abandoned Temple of Astarte. (Phoenician Goddess of Love) Trapped by an old adversary, Xena discovers that her companion has resourcefulness and skills ....as well as love.

• Bonding by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena and Gabrielle exchange some rather revealing little stories from their younger days.

• The Day of the Warrior by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  With the bard away, the warrior spends a challenging day at an inn missing her partner.

• Forum by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena and the bard learn there are more appropriate ways of testing their compatibility than a questionnaire

• Losing Touch, Gaining Touches by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  The warrior and bard teach others tolerance and in the process end up learning about themselves.

• Same Life, Different Day by Rab Donald on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Using the same 'titles' as the classic episode "Day in the Life" It is little more than an exercise in writing pornography. Though it can be amusing, it is *definitely* not to everyone's taste. Sexually explicit. (Xe and Gab not monogamous); graphic with coarse language

• Noemí part 6 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  continuing story

• The War of the Vampires part 4 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  continuing story

• Poetry in Motion part 7 by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Ripples in Time part 6 by Lois Kay & cbar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• Wishing for a Warrior by Ri on Bardic Influence(Xena/bewitched)
  Tabitha does a no-no...

• Fan Fiction by Jrockit on Bardic Influence (U)
  the Xena clones from Send in the Clones become addicted to...Xena fan fiction!

  Friday, August 16, 2002

  Well the weekend is approaching us once again. August is half over, it just flew by.

  Liberty News:
  First playoff game is Friday, and being played away. THe first home game is Sunday at Noon. I am so excited!!

• Game, Set and Match parts 1-5 by Ali Vali On Merwolf's Academy of Bards(Alt/unfinished)
  This is a story I started over a year ago while I was on vacation. Bad weather drove me off the beach and onto the laptop. I just recently ran across it again and all the sucker needed was an ending. Welcome to the world of women's tennis. Parker King is riding high after winning the prestigious Wimbledon Tournament only to be shot down by a feisty airline pilot named Emily Parish. King Kong as she's known on the courts falls hard, but will it be because of the person that wants to kill her or for love?

• Stranger With My Face by Joseph Anderson on JOE ANDERSON'S CREATIVE STUFF (ALT)
  A girl masquerading as a warlord enters a terrifying world, while Xena and Gabrielle are the targets of a vengeful plot. Part of Jilly/Kimberly storyline.

  Thursday, August 15, 2002

  Boy is it hot! And PMS has set in to boot. So this will be short and sweet.

• Language of Love by Shortbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Can a modern day archaeologist and a warrior from ancient Greece establish a meaningful relationship when they don't even speak the same language? If the language is Love, anything is possible.

• Heart of Africa by GS Binkley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Heart of Africa is about a young woman who battles poachers, commercialism and greed to preserve Africa's beauty and encounters an unlikely comrade along the way.

• Poetry in Motion part 4-6 by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  continuing story

• FULL STEAM AHEAD ( Impulse: Book III)part 3 by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• New eBooks on Merwolf's Academy of Bards
  The Reason Why - Simahoyo
  Last Battle - Simahoyo
  Long Time Passing - Simahoyo
  Solitaire - Temora
  Pardoner's Path Series: Well Worn Path - Enoon Erehwon
  Pardoner's Path Series: Bridge of Cinders - Enoon Erehwon
  Sister Act - Barbara Davies

• Singapore Illusions or Skeeter and the Amazing Technicolor ghost Hunt by At3sparky on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/orig)
  Dr. Aeron Malone and her new assistant Barbra Taylor are sent to Singapore to investigate the possibility of a haunting in a business hotel.

• Dimensia By fier on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena/unfinished)
  A stranger named Camrynn from a parallel dimension joins Xena, Gabrielle and Eve in attempting to prevent the same tragedy from happening in their world which happened in hers. But the stranger's presence there demands a high price, both for herself and for the world as they know it, and when the gods decide to take matters into their own hands, chaos ensues.

• Amicus Humani Generis part 3 by SB Zarben on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  continuing story

• BattleGround For A New Beginning by Heather to Dragon's Quill And Ink (U)
  summary pending

• If The Tights Fit by Mr Valentine on Lynka's site(ALT)
  The Conqueror takes Stick Girl in her plot to destroy Ultraman

• Removed Alt Fic - Guidance - by Valentine at the author's request

• This Means War, Part 12 by K. Simpson on The Devil's Workshop (Alt/original)
  continuing story

• The Xena and Gabrielle XXX Scrolls: Part 53-Amazon Vows by Shana and Kye at Shana's Xena Commentaries and Reviews(ALT)
  Gabrielle is thrilled to be officiating at an Amazon wedding ceremony, but she and Xena are both dismayed when they learn the vow of chastity they have to take a week before the joining.

  Wednesday, August 14, 2002

  Hello all! I am a much happier camper this week. My partner at work is back. :) I met a new xenite at the Liberty game Sunday. (waving) Hello Nancy!! Hope to see you at the play off! I also want to thank Linda, (i think that is her name) for the Becky Hammon tape! All I have to say is THUD!!

  Liberty news:
  Ok, game is on as I type. Doesn't matter though, we are #1!!!!!!!!!!(g)I am sad though, that the season is almost over.

• Arex Part 2 by Shadowdancer (ALT)
  Continuing story

• Aspen's Child (Complete)by Culprit on MaryD's site. (Gen)
  Xena and Gabrielle encounter a child in the forrest.

• Assumptions (Complete)by Culprit on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  The Warrior and Bard learn a few lessons about making assumptions.

• Champion - Part 8 (In progress)by Melissa Good on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Continuing story.

• Shadows of the Soul - Parts 14&15 (In progress)by Melissa Good on MaryD's site. (Alt / Conqueror)
  Continuing story.

• On Azrael's Wings - Parts 14&15 (In progress)by D. Jordan Redhawk on her site. (Alt / Original)
  Continuing story.

• Here are some more summaries
  Family, by planet solin – 5th in a continuing storyline, the Conqueror and Gabrielle, Queen of the Amazons, have to deal with Xena’s past, Ares’ plots, Dahak, Gabrielle’s unexplanable pregnancy, and Gabrielle’s family. Does Xena love Gabrielle enough to overcome all?

  Tuesday, August 13, 2002

• The playoff games for Women's United Soccer Association in the United States will be:
  Saturday, August 17, 2002 on PAX TV:
  1:30 P.M. Eastern time - Washington versus Philadelphia
  3:30 P.M. Eastern time - Atlanta versus Carolina
  
  On Saturday, August 24, 2002, on PAX TV the championship game will be played at 4:00 P.M. Eastern time.

• Sins of the Mother (4): Possession by L. Crystal Michallet on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  The guilt and ghosts of her past drives Ari, Xena and Gabrielles daughter, into a world of darkness, which only she can find an escape from.

• Until Soon by indigal on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Original alt-uber fiction, rated R (with some explicit same-sex love scenes): Andrea, (Andi), a second year English grad assistant at a small New England college, has spent the last few years healing physically and emotionally after a serious injury and a heartbreaking relationship. At a school function, she meets Cara Jane, (CJ), a senior basketball star on the college team, and both women are immediately drawn to each other. Over the course of several months, they discover what it means to make important decisions concerning love and relationships.

• Young At Heart by Muzza on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  A young girl whose family turns their back on her when she needs them the most, finds love in an expected place.

• Lessons part 6 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• We Do What We Can part 11 by Girlbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber/unfinished)
  Continuing story.

• Designs of the Heart part 6 by Heartbrkn on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber/unfinished)
  Continuing story.

  Monday, August 12, 2002

• Here are some summaries for stories previously linked to on the UFFD:
  
  All The Time in the World, by Ri – Set after “Between the Lines”, Xena and Gabrielle discuss Gab’s new hair style and Xena as the Mother of Peace.
  
  Training Zone, by Cath, Bard (Uber) – Two women meet when their heart rate monitors go haywire.
  
  Guidance, by Valentine – Very short story of Xena and Gabrielle admitting their love for and to each other.
  
  Touches, by R. D. Elliott – When Xena’s eyes and Gabrielle’s throat are injured our gals learn more about they feel toward each other.
  
  To Rest, by Brigit M. Morgan – Gabrielle travels…alone.
  
  Bracelet, by Brandie – Callisto has a magical bracelet which she uses to split up Xena and Gabrielle. Will she succeed when Gabrielle marries Perdicus.
  
  Wishing for a Warrior, by Ri – It’s Bewitched meets Xena, and we didn’t even need Aunt Clara! Tabitha decides she wants to meet Xena and Gabrielle.
  
  Eternity in an Hour, by Ri – Third in the Time Flies series, brings Lara Croft and Sarah Covington back again. This time they travel to Easter Island and face down Alti. Along the way, they discover more about themselves, as well..
  
  Justice Satisfied, by R. D. Elliott – This dark story takes place after Solan’s death and has Gabrielle giving herself up to Xena as her slave as punishment, while still trying to help Xena heal the pain. Xena, not wanting the help continues to drink, with Gabrielle paying the consequences.

• The Amazon Queen Part XXI: Once and Future Queen by L. M. Townsend on Lynka's site (alt)
  Continuing story.

• Teach Me Everything You Know by Zuke on Blondi's Writing Works
  This is a classic fan fiction short story based on the very first episode of Xena. In this story the reader gets to know exactly what Xena is thinking and feeling as she rides up to the village, as she see Gabrielle for the first time, and as the episode continues to the end.

• Breathe by Archaeobard on The Rose and Dragon
  Summary unavailable.

  Sunday, August 11, 2002

• The Amazon Queen part 21 by LM Townsend on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Continuing story.

• Time's Fell Hand part 6 by LJ Maas on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (conqueror)
  Continuing story.

• Impulse: Book III-FULL STEAM AHEAD part 2 by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Between A Memory And A Dream part 2 by L. A. Tucker on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Injustice by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Summary pending.

• The King's Court by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Summary pending.

• Bad Girls by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary pending.

• Three Of Hearts by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Summary pending.

• School Days by Dimples on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Summary pending.

• The Legacy by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Gabrielle's unscrupulous cousin enlists Xena and Gabrielle's help to claim a family treasure

• Long Time Passing by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  This beloved classic Xena and Gabrielle story shows their lives as older women.

• The Last Battle by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Xena's last battle.

• The New Season: Joie's Story by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Reposted a revised version

• Lessons part 5 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffman on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Noemí part 5 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• The War Of The Vampires part 3 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• Hypatia's Shadow part 5 (conclusion) by April Hladis on Wordscape [original,alt]
  The Vestal's community is coming apart by inches. Dire secrets once held firmly under control threaten to come to light as tensions mount due to an ailing sister member. Delia, a Vestal entering her eleventh year of service, stumbles upon the impediments, but can she report to officials what she has found? Disturbing scene warnings are listed at the beginning of this story.

• Crossed Bows chapter 6 by Power Chakram [original/uber, gen]
  An epic British historical action adventure called Crossed Bows - A Tale of Two Robins. Set in a time when men were bold and women were bolder, it's got all the swashbuckle, romance, adventure and green tights a body could ask for.

• First Light part 13 by Emily Duncan [original, alt]
  First Light is set in the UK, and explores the characters of Nia and Jake, two women thrown together by their respective connections to the British Mafia. Follow their ups and downs, as they strive to build a relationship amidst the intrigue and danger that surrounds them…

• Body And Soul part 1 by Lariel [original, gen]
  Angelus has a mystery to solve, and the outcome could mean the difference between salvation and damnation. There's a lot at stake - but all she wants is to be left alone.

• Armageddon Now??? by The Bardic Circle (various authors) [original/uber,gen]
  Gasp in amazement at the deeds of derring do which unfold before your eyes! Admire from afar the heroes and heroines who's pearly whites can kill at 100 paces. Shiver in horror at the most evil villains many minds can conceive. And then wonder at the sort of people who can write this stuff! Disclaimer - many buckles were swashed during the making of this story. And many more reputations ruined...

• Designs Of The Heart part 6 by Heartbrkn Bard at Heartbrkn's Place(ALT/UBER)
  Continuing story.

• The Search For That Which Is by Erika Bwo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Xena)
  An old story is back. In a sequel to THE LANGUAGE OF POTEIDAIA, Xena and Gabrielle join forces with Hercules, Iolus and Autolycus to try to find the bard's long lost sister.

• Ripples In Time part 5 by Lois Kay and cbar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• The following e-books have been added to Merwolf's Academy of Bards:
  
  Sedona Rain by Carole Giorgio
  Paying My Penance by FC Barnes
  Home Again by Kim Pritekel
  Under Siege by David Duncan
  A Place Called Home by Damnation
  Define Destiny by JM Dragon
  Summer's Circus by Barbara Davies
  Redemption Song by Blondebard
  The Summer Between by Dee

  Saturday, August 10, 2002

  LIBERTY BEAT WASHINGTON!!!!!!!!! OMG!! My girl, Becky scored amazingly!! THUD!! (can you tell I am excited??)We clinched the #1 spot for the playoffs!!! Go Liberty!

  Announcement:
  Dare2Dream, will be in Atlanta with contracts in hand. Their announcement follows,
  We are making History
  "Amazons Arise, bring your spirits to me..."
  Xena: Adventures in the Sin Trade 2
  Sponsored by Dare 2 Dream
  a Limitless Company
  The world today is moving fast and today's women are moving right along with it. We are part of every aspect of history. From the birth of mankind to the launching of humans into space. We are strong, we are proud, we are making history. The Limitless Company is VERY proud to announce its first meeting of the bards. The Atlanta convention is just around the corner and your favorite bards have decided to collaborate. With the support of the Limitless company we are pleased to announce its very first "WE ARE MAKING HISTORY" gathering of writers. Your favorite writers will be available to meet their fans. Books from the various writers will be available for sale as well. In addition, there will be a publishing company and printing company represented. So, for those of you looking for a publisher to make your dream a reality, we will be there for you, with contracts in hand. For those of you who simply need a printing company to put your ideas on paper we will have representative on hand for that as well. And for those of you just looking for something interesting, we will have several props from the Xena Warrior Princess show, including the Archangel Michael's Prop Sword and the Xena Prop Sword, from the Borias years. So come by, meet the writers, buy a wonderful book and enjoy yourself. Come, bring your Amazon spirit and be a part of history. The function will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. on August 30th in the downstairs meeting room at Amerisuite in Downtown Atlanta. Check our web site for more information: Limitless Dare To Dream

• The Humanity, Part One by archaeobard[alt]
  Set on the Hindenburg, Janice and Mel meet for the first time in a sultry and slightly different story. This is the start of a new series of Janice and Mel adventures.

  Friday, August 9, 2002

  Ok the weekend is drawing near. But not fast enough. I want to thank all the people that send me email, thanking me for all my hard work. Its a team effort, you guys and us here. Wonderful team, huh? (g)

  Liberty News:
  (shaking head back and forth) I am soo disappointed.

• If the Tights Fit by Mr Valentine on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Alt/Uber/Comedy)
  The superheroes of Hellenic City find themselves face to face with a new villain. Who is the mysterious Conqueror? What are her evil plans? Why do sidekicks have such godawful names? Why do fools fall in love? None of these questions will be answered in this exciting adventure!

• Poetry in Motion part 2 and 3 by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  continuing story

• Everything Is Alive by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [general]
  Summary Pending

• Everything That Is by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [general]
  Summary Pending

• Everything That Is by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
  Summary Pending but same story as above just the alt version of it.

• Covington's Kid by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
  A look at the early experiences which molded Janice Covington.

• The Mummer's Play by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [general]
  Summary Pending

• Are You The Herodotus? by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [general]
  Summary Pending

• The Pomera And The Price by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [general]
  Summary Pending

• Morbida's Game, Part 4 by K. Simpson on The Devil's Workshop (ALT)
  continuing story

• Metamorphosis part 3 and 4 by angharad governal(ALT)
  Continuing story

• Fun And Games by Zuke on The Rose And Dragon
  summary pending

• Drag King: The Burning Dream, chapter 36 updated by Smitty at her site(ALT/UBER)
  Continuing Story

• Night on the River by Wolfsword (Alt/Uber)
  Christina Carter thought her friend's party was just going to be the usual. But when she meets Teresa Stone, things take a decisive turn for the better. Short story.

  Thursday, August 8, 2002

  What a day! I am so beyond tired lately. My partner at work comes back form his two week vacation Monday. I'll tell you I will be happy to see him. Anyway, everyone stay safe.~ Heartbrkn

• Troubles of Getting Joined Part 2 by Xenia on Lynka's site(ALT)
  continuing story

• Guidance by Valentine on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Family by planet solin on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Eternity in an Hour by Ri on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Training Zone by Cath, Bard on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Family (Revised) by planet solin on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• The Key - Part II by Ponyblue on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Justice Satisfied by R. D. Elliott on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Touches by R. D. Elliott on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• All the Time in the World by Ri on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Amazon Nation - Part V - (Revised) by Shadowdancer on Lynka's site
  continuing story

• Arex Part 1 by Shadowdancer on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Fanatic - Part 3 - (Conclusion) by Teagen2 on Lynka's site(ALT)
  continuing story

• Metamorphosis part 1 and 2 by angharad governal on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• A Time for Reckoning part 1 and 2(Revised) by Anita Louise on Lynka's site(ALT)
  previously posted

• To Rest by Brigit M. Morgan on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• The Amazon Queen Part XX: Daughters of Ares - Part 3 by L. M. Townsend on Lynka's site(ALT)
  Conclusion

• Bracelet by Brandie on Lynka's site(ALT)
  summary pending

• Wishing for a Warrior by Ri on Lynka's site(GEN)
  summary pending

• Chrysalis by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Easy Love by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Enough by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• The Lighthouse by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Love's Purpose by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• A Morning in New Orleans by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Rest in Me by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• To The Morning by Nancy Hill on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Epitaph by planet-solin on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Ellen by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Leering/Hunger by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Red and Blue by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Sara by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Thoughts Tangled by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Water by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• The Way Home by K. Poet on Lynka's site
  Poem

• Black Magic by Stacia Seaman on Lynka's site
  Poem

• The Xena and Gabrielle XXX Scrolls: Part 52- Helicon Bent For Leather by Shana and Kye at Shana's Xena Commentaries and Reviews(ALT)
  It’s a most intense scroll that finds Gabrielle suffering her first true battle lust after the events at Helicon, and finding Xena a willing participant in helping her deal with it.(Extreme BDSM themes. Please read disclaimer carefully) (ALT)

• Random Musings from a Blond Perspective by Balticbard(ALT)
  A natural blond speaks up about her feelings.

• A Mournful Dove's Lament by Balticbard(ALT)
  a young woman's careless words nearly cost her the love of her life

  Wednesday, August 7, 2002

  Hi all I'm back! A little computer problem that is now fixed. I want to thank Barry for filling in for me. I also want to thank the sweet bard D.S. Bauden. I think it is so nice of her to make this month webmaster appreciation month. Thanks Di. Well I am tired. So on with the update.

  Liberty News:
  ok I am not going to post all the scores I have missed, But Liberty got the 1 spot on the Eastern side and clinched a spot for the playoffs!! We lost tonight(really sucky game actually)But thats ok, we have been totally amazing otherwise!! So two cheers for Liberty!!

• Gladiator (Complete)by Carola Eriksson on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  From the author: This fic is a bit hard for me to define. To me I suppose it is a Conqueror fic of sorts, the same way the episode When Fates Collide is a Conqueror episode to me. I'm not sure though, you be the judge.

• Conquering Liaisons Parts 1-2 (Unfinished) by Carola Eriksson on Maryd's site. (Alt / Conqueror )
  Conqueror story with Gabrielle as her body slave.

• Little Echoes (Complete) by Carola Eriksson on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  A little ditty of unspoken desires.

• Love In a Strange World (Complete)by Carola Eriksson on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Take off from the Hercules episode: The Sovereign.

• Shopping with the Conqueror (Complete) by Carola Eriksson on MaryD's site. (Conqueror / Alt)
  This story is a Conqueror parody thing. So don't expect me to be serious here, OK?

• Relationships and the Conqueror (Complete)by Carola Eriksson on MaryD's site. (Conqueror / Alt)
  Sequel to my story "Shopping with the Conqueror."

• Xena: Warrior Princess - Apocalypse Book 1 - Nemesis (Complete)By Brigit M. Morgan on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Summary pending.

• The Brooding Warrior (Complete)by Trish Kerr (Phopas) on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  After battling Valasca and seeing her plunge to her death on a bed of spikes, Xena, Gabrielle, Ephony and the small band of loyal Amazon warriors have returned to the camp.

• First You Laugh... And Then You Cry (Complete) by ArdnTly on MaryD's site. (Alt)
  Post FIN fiction.

• Xenalicious's Recommenations Site has been updated

• A Full Circle by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Xena and Gabrielle learn more about their individual pasts than they ever had suspected.

• The Reason Why by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
  Summary Pending

• Gabrielle's Weapons by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
  Summary Pending

• The Healing Journey by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt]
  Summary Pending

• Gabrielle's Secret by Simahoyo to Merwolf's Academy of Bards [gen]
  Summary Pending

• You Made Me by Simahoyo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (gen)
  The origins of Callisto.

• Poetry in Motion by Harley on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Original Fic/unfinished]
  Is change the antithesis of control? According to Deven Masterson, control has become an illusion and change is a bitch. An expert at controlling herself, situations and those around her, Deven watches as the cherished discipline she has developed over a lifetime slips away through her fingers. Rhian McKenna, a woman in self-imposed exile, steps out one evening at the insistence of her best friend and crosses Deven's path in a chance encounter that marks the first of many crossroads she will face. From the moment they face off, Rhian makes it obvious she doesn't accept Deven's ideas about control and proves adept at taking it away. Seemingly incompatible, both women stand at a precipice of change - between burdened past and the unknown future that could transform who they are.

• Come Sister Come by Scouterpup on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 8

• Primal Touch by Amber' on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 3

• Amicus Humani Generis by SB Zarben on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Added part 2

  Tuesday, August 6, 2002

• Find Of Tthe Century by Ri on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  P.J. just wants a life of peaceful study. Then Kitty and Baby enters her life they not only turn it upside down but she has never been happier in her whole life.

• FULL STEAM AHEAD (Impulse: Book III) by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Part 1 of a continuing story.

• Lessons part 4 by Kim Pritekel with Alexa Hoffmanon Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

  Monday, August 5, 2002

• Hypatia's Shadow part 3 and part 4 by April Hladis on Wordscape [alt, original]
  The Vestal's community is coming apart by inches. Dire secrets once held firmly under control threaten to come to light as tensions mount due to an ailing sister member. Delia, a Vestal entering her eleventh year of service, stumbles upon the impediments, but can she report to officials what she has found? Disturbing scene warnings are listed at the beginning of this story.

• Journeys part 6 and 7 by Mary Michaels on Wordscape [gen and alt, original]
  Through their journey of life, Andree, Celia, Susan, and Marie knew the one thing they could always depend upon was their friendship.

• First Light part 12 by Emily Duncan on Wordscape [alt, original]
  First Light is set in the UK, and explores the characters of Nia and Jake, two women thrown together by their respective connections to the British Mafia. Follow their ups and downs, as they strive to build a relationship amidst the intrigue and danger that surrounds them…

• Under Siege by David Duncan on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [gen/Über]
  When the Duboises go to Smallville in order to help Clark and Lana move, the GSA causes lots of trouble for their friends and ultimately, for Dave and Angie as well. Before they get there, Xena and Gabrielle assist in a rescue operation followed by a lot of other great stuff! To make matters more complicated, it seems that there are other connections in Smallville for Dave as well. Who is the mystery girl and what does she mean to Dave? Finally, why was his previous visit to the town so painful? Read on and see!

• A Place Called Home by Damnation on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/Über]
  Starring Felicity Mitchell and Rei Conrad, this is a tale about a girl who left her hometown to get away from the memory of her recently deceased parents. Along the way, she meets and finds a friend in a college professor and discovers that sometimes, running away gets you closer to the one thing that you're trying to get away from initially.

• The Gift by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/über]
  Sarah is doing double time as Santa's elf in the mall this Christmas season. She see's a beautiful woman who changes her life forever, turning her lonely, lost life into her dreams.

• The Cabby by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [PWP/über]
  Nic is a cabby, driving on a rainy night when she picks up the fare of her wildest dreams.

• The Phantom by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [PWP/über]
  Erika gets pulled into going to a Halloween masquerade party, dressed as The Phantom of the Opera. Will she find her Christine there?

• Warrior...Bard...Goddess Of Love by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [XG/short]
  How can a harmless day at the beach go so wrong?

• Added Old Wounds, New Beginnings by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Über]
  Jaime has spent the last 7 years of her life in a Colorado prison, and is getting out. Deciding to start over, she heads to Texas to work on a ranch, and find peace, forgiveness, and maybe even love. How can a harmless day at the beach go so wrong?

• A Handful Of Heaven by Midgit on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Über]
  Added the first two parts of the revised version

• Ripples In Time part 4 by Lois Kay and cbar on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Noemí part 4 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• The War Of The Vampires part 2 by Katia N. Ruiz on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (orig)
  Continuing story.

• By The Manor Owned part 2 by Phair on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• We Do What We Can part 10 by Girlbard on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [uber/unfinished]
  Continuing story.

  Saturday, August 3, 2002

• Announcements: DS Bauden sent a kind message of appreciation to start August as the webmaster/webhost appreciation month. Thanks Di!
  
  Also, Limitless, Dare 2 Dream Publishing has announced limited edition Author's Draft copies of works to be made available soon. There will only be 20 copies of each work, hand signed by the author. Prices will be somewhere in the 8 to 16 US dollar range with a flat shipping fee of 2 US dollars in the continental US. For more info, email limitlessd2d@aol.com, or visit the website at:
  
  Limitlessd2d Publishing

• Morbida's Game, Part 3 by K. Simpson on The Devil's Workshop (Alt/original)
  Continuing story.

• A Call To Service (Wednesday Afternoon Series) by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/uber)
  Part two of A Woman In Uniform. Mauve finally gets her rematch.

• Welcome To The Neighborhood (Wednesday Afternoon Series) by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/uber)
  Glenna's new neighbor turns her life upside down in some very interesting ways.

• By Dawns Early Light (Wednesday Afternoon Series) by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/uber)
  Part Seven of Home For The Holidays. Tressa and Lindsey are back to celebrate Independence Day.

• Rain's Journey (Wednesday Afternoon Series) by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/uber)
  A western about a drifter and an attractive widow.

• The Promise (Wednesday Afternoon Series) by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt/uber)
  Set in Amsterdam in 1939. Glenna makes a promise that leads her life in a new direction.

• Return Of The Warrior by Archangel Merwolf's Academy of Bards[original/unfinished]
  Dylan Hawk has returned from the desert to a hero's welcome. Lura Grant has returned with her warrior. All seems right with their world, but new dangers await. The dreams have returned with visions of death. Will the warrior succeed or succumb, how much can her shoulders bear? New threats have risen that guns can't fight. Lura is faced with her own challenges, her entire world has changed. Her warrior can't help her here. When Dylan disappears she finds herself alone.

• Caution: Under Construction part 36 by Vertigo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• The Brass Ring part 27 by Mavis Applewater on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Ms. O'Connor Goes To Washington part 8 by S. Lee on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• Tie Break part 17 by Bonnie on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  Continuing story.

• A Handful Of Heaven part 1 (repost) by Midgit on her site (alt/uber)
  Sequel to A Little Piece Of Paradise.

• A Handful Of Heaven part 2 by Midgit on her site (alt/uber)
  Continuing story.

• Little Echoes by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Alt/classic X and G)
  A short and sweet little story with season two's Xena and Gabrielle. Xena's in deep thought and Gabrielle senses that something's bothering the warrior. Little does she now that she's been on the warrior's mind all day...

• Shopping With The Conqueror by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Conqueror parody)
  Alt Xena the Conqueror is a mean, evil...well! -We get the idea. What does the Conqueror do when she needs a scribe? Well, she goes to the local slave market, of course! And meets a small, irritating blonde.

• Relationships And The Conqueror by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Conqueror parody/Alt)
  The sequel to Shopping with the Conqueror. We're introduced to Xena's friend Calli, the shamaness Alti and get an explanation as to why relationships is not one of Xena's many skills.

• Conquering Liaisons by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Conqueror/Alt/unfinished)
  This series has a rather expressive Conqueror Xena, a very lovable young Gabrielle, humor and above all things; love.

• Love In A Strange World by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Alt)
  Timeline Stranger In a Strange World revisited...and altered a bit.

• Gladiator by Carola Erikkson on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (Conqueror/Alt)
  It's about two different people, a meeting and fate. If you loved WFC, then this is definitely a good read. Dark, but with light at the end of the tunnel.

• A Valiant Journey by D on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (uber)
  This is the next installment in the Valiant Heart Series

• Sins of the Mother (3): Whispers by L. Crystal Michallet on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  The whispers surrounding Ari drive her to search for the place that she once called home.

• The New Season by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/über]
  Jenny, a Minnesota college girl's hockey star, has come home to take care of her sick mother. After meeting a mysterious woman at a party, and dealing with her mother's inevitable death, her life changes forever.

• The New Season: Joie's Story by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/über]
  Same story: just from Joie's point of view

• The Long Road Home by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [alt/über]
  Sean, a successful bookstore owner, has run from her past her entire life, and now is going to her father's funeral, dreading the demons she knows she'll face. Jenny, an abused housewife for the past ten years is trying to run from her present. Together, maybe, just maybe they can find their future.

• Confessions by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [XWP/alt]
  And who said sitting around a campfire telling stories can't get you anywhere?

• A New Life by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [XWP/alt]
  Imagine that Xena never met Hercules. She never saved Gabrielle from Draco's men. This story is a twist on the episode 'Sins of the Past'. It's a story of how Xena and Gabrielle may have saved each other without any outside influences.

• Home Again by Kim Pritekel on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [XWP/alt]
  Xena and Gabrielle are struggling with their feelings for each other as they head back to visit Xena's mom in Amphipolis. Will a surprising outsider help them to see what Cyrene sees plain as day?

• It's Just the Beginning parts 14-17 (conclusion) by Mezzo on Merwolf's Academy of Bards (alt)
  Conclusion.

  Friday, August 2, 2002

• Sorry, I couldn't get the updates today.

  Thursday, August 1, 2002

• The Pen And The Sword: The scrolls of the bard Gabrixena has been added to our sites page.

• Whispers by LB Anderson on Bardic Influences (Gen)
  Gabrielle reminsices about her soul mates, Xena and Joxer with the help of Queen Cleopatra

• Fighting The Darkness by Cheeya on Bardic Influences (Alt)
  Part two of the Life Worth Living Series. Gabrielle must fight the darkness in her that was left by Ares. Xena has an idea on how to break the bond between God and Bard...

• The Xena And Gabrielle XXX Scrolls: Part 51 - Making Amends by Shana and Kye on Shana's Xena Commentaries and Reviews (alt)
  In the conclusion of The Debt, Xena and Gabrielle continue to fight with their feelings in Ming T’ien’s palace, and later attempt to work things out as only they can. (Please read disclaimers!)

• The following summaries of the Darkone and Beowolf updates are provided by Lunacy (with permission):

• ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER SOLSTICE EVE by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  Already responsible for two of my favorite Solstice stories ever, SOLSTICE EVE and SOLSTICE MORNING, Beowolf brings us an absolutely BEAUTIFUL new offering set exactly one year after those two earlier stories. This time Solstice finds the warrior and bard in a very different place under very different circumstances with Xena feeling horribly guilty at the life she is giving Gabrielle. The little bard, however, has different thoughts on the matter, knowing full well from where her happiness truly comes. This story is very much based on the sense of love and family and hope the Solstice season celebrates. It is reaffirming and deeply poignant. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! [PLEASE make SURE to read afterwards Beowolf's story CROSSINGS] 12/25/97

• BACK-UP PLAN (THE) by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  Your face may permanently freeze into a grin after experiencing this marvelously delightful little tale. Fed-up with Joxer dotting on her like a love-sick puppy, a VERY frustrated bard comes up with the perfect solution to discourage him - one destined to prove PURE torture for a certain Warrior Princess >:) This is well-written, a ton of fun and just BEYOND cute! VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! 12/29/97 AWARDS: "Fooling Around" Swollen Bud Award (May 1, 2000)

• CROSSINGS by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  This was posted long ago in the NetForum as a separate story but in fact it is part of the series Beowolf began with SOLSTICE EVE and later continued with SOLSTICE MORNING. CROSSINGS is one of my favorite vignettes ever - a simple yet incredibly powerful little tale that with only a few lines will make you feel more than novels hundreds of pages long. It is plainly put - a story about a love that cannot die and will endure forever. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! This story contains no explicit scenes. 7/11/97

• DECISIONS by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  Xena and Gabrielle help a village fight raiders even as they are struggling against misunderstandings concerning their feelings for one another. 4/23/97

• INTERLUDE by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  In parts this story is physically PAINFUL to read BUT...it is also very well written - offering a different perspective on the events which took place during and immediately after the episode RETURN OF CALLISTO. Beginning just after Gabrielle's marriage to Perdicus, it is based on the premise that Callisto did not succeed in killing the man on the day after his marriage. In this story Xena saves the one-time farmer and soon finds herself in a living Tartarus - traveling with BOTH Gabrielle and the bard's husband - desperately trying to keep her feelings for the young woman hidden while searching for a way to separate their lives forever. Gabrielle soon recognizes in her own heart the feelings reflected back at her from pale blue eyes only now vows to another stand in the way, vows which may keep her from grasping the happiness that has been within her reach all along. Emotionally gripping, this story is going to make you thank the gods for Callisto >:) 10/22/97

• SOLSTICE EVE by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  I had the pleasure of getting a sneak peek of this story a while back and it's been a personal favorite ever since. Set in the time of the Winter Solstice, it has the warrior and her bard enjoying this magical time of the year while they stay at a village where the annual festival is in full swing. Delighting in all the activities, Gabrielle can't quite believe her stoic warrior seems to be enjoying herself too. What the storyteller does not know is that Xena has made careful plans to make sure everything is perfect for Gabrielle because for once she wants to show the bard just what she means to her. Beautiful. DO NOT MISS!. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! [See also the sequel SOLSTICE MORNING] 7/6/97

• SOLSTICE MORNING by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  This story is part of a "loose" series which began with SOLSTICE EVE. Like the first installment, this second tale is a gift for the heart - beautiful and very touching. Still set amidst the Winter Solstice, the story takes place the morning after the events in SOLSTICE EVE and has Gabrielle reminiscing about her time with Xena and then unveiling a little surprise for her warrior. Short and VERY much worth the read. [See also the sequel ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER SOLSTICE EVE] HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! 7/11/97

• UP TO THE OLD INN DOOR by Beowolf on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  Poignantly haunting alt. tale that has Xena and Gabrielle trying to discover what happened to a pair of lovers on a fateful night long ago. - 4/13/97

• REDEMPTION by Darkone on Merwolf's Academy of Bards [Alt]
  Xena's love for Gabrielle becomes a shield for the warrior when a deadly avenger catches up with her. A nice reaffirmation of the power of love and redemption. - 4/97