The Corruption of Canon by virtualinsomnia (R)

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

So, you're probably looking at the fandom name right now and wondering, What on earth is ANTHROPOMORFIC? Is it rare anime? Kid Lit? Postmodern stories about anthropologists? Or what?

The answer: none of the above (although if anyone has a pomo story about Daniel Jackson? I want to read it!).

Anthropomorfics are stories that use inanimate objects or concepts as protagonists. You think that sounds dull? It's not, I promise. Anthropomorfics will steal your heart. They are cracktacular, they are nearly always supremely clever meta about fandom cliches, but most of all, they are immensely inventive fun.

The fandom is so small it really only has one LiveJournal devoted to it, anthropomor_fic, which is a tragedy, but I will refrain from waxing maudlin about the sad lack.

ETA: Thanks to mikou for pointing out the specialist Anthopomorfic community, mac_hearts_pc. And to virtualinsomnia for pointing out mcgriddlefanfic.

Anyway, now that you're up to speed on the basics, on with the recs...


Fandom: ANTHROPOMORFIC
Pairing: Canon/Fanon
Author on LJ: virtualinsomnia
Author Website: Insomniac-Supergirl.Net
Why this must be read: This is, perhaps, my favourite anthropomorfic of all time. Why? Because I've always secretly wondered how canon feels about fanon: about the invasion of boundaries, the transgression, the power dynamic and who is really in control. And after reading virtualinsomnia's take on those thorny problems, I'll never look at fanfic in the same way again. "The Corruption of Canon" is a must read for every fangirl. It's glorious.

The Corruption of Canon

Comments

[terribilita.livejournal.com]

Oh my god, this is the first time I've heard of this...and it's great! Canon/Fanon? Yes, please!

Thanks for reccing this because god knows I love my crack. Er, fandom crack. Right.

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

You're very welcome. I love to spread the joy! ;)

I hope you like the story; it fills me with squee every time I re-read it.

[mikou.livejournal.com]

This is awesome. Too bad the fandom is small, but I look forward to your recs.

By the way, there is a community (mac_hearts_pc) devoted to Mac and PC fanfiction. The live person ads do have big influence, but the stories stand alone without seeing the Mac/PC ads.

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

Cool, thanks for the link! *adds it to overview*

[azarsuerte.livejournal.com]

*blinks at the description* Dude. I wrote one of those once. Twice, actually. One from the POV of Mulder's ties, and then there was the wallsmut. (Don't ask.)

[azarsuerte.livejournal.com]

Or does it not count if it's set *in* another fandom?

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

Well, I think it counts, and I'll be reccing a couple like that.

The anthropomor_fic community allows things like RealPerson/object stories, so you should definitely post links to yours there.

[azarsuerte.livejournal.com]

I'm not even sure I still have copies of them, to be honest--I deleted a lot of my old XF fic after I left the fandom. :-/ It was just kinda cool to discover there was a genre for it. :-)

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

I deleted a lot of my old XF fic after I left the fandom

OMG! That's terrible. I don't even know what to say.

*offers you virtual chocolate*

[azarsuerte.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the sympathy, but I honestly don't miss most of it. It was pretty dreadful stuff. The ties one, though, I might have to see if I can find...

[virtualinsomnia]

Hey, thanks for the rec! :-)

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

You're very welcome. Thanks for writing such a classic bit of crack. :)

[gardendoor.livejournal.com]

Wow. I have to say, after reading your first few recs, this is one cracktastic fandom! Fantastic stuff, and I never would have found it on my own.

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

I'm glad you're enjoying the ride. It's always very pleasing to know I've converted someone to a new fandom, especially one as adorable as this :)

[liz-mo.livejournal.com]

I really had no idea that there was even a genre for this kind of fic. And the canon/fanon thingie was hilarious and spot on.

Realizing what it was, I have a story or rather series I like very much, which I would rec, but it's your job ;-)
Maybe you could take a look at it and see if you like it.

And no it's not Daniel-Porn, but about the table in Daniel's office which makes fun observations about Tall Civilian Daniel and Tall Civilian Jack and has quite a few adventures.
The series is slash, but nothing more than a kiss is exchanged if I remember correctly.

Here's the link: http://www.area52hkh.net/results.php?series=stories+from+the+table&title=&summary=&sortby=Series&sortorder=DateDesc

This genre is fun! *goes looking for more*

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

Thanks for the link! *goes to read*

And I'm glad you're enjoying the fics. :)

[virtualinsomnia]

Found a new comm for you to link! :-)

mcgriddlefanfic

Anthropomorfic featuring breakfast foods, esp. the McGriddle. Crazy fun!

[cupidsbow.livejournal.com]

Thank you! *goes to add link*