This is a site filled with intentionally bad fanfiction, intended to help authors avoid common mistakes. Grammar, spelling, incredibly bad plotlines, Mary Sue—you name it, it's been parodied here. There are also a collection of lessons for writers who wish to avoid these issues in their own work.
Being My Own Hero: An Essay on the Why and Wherefore of Slash
A look at one author's emotional motivations for writing slash.
Dr. Merlin's Guide to Fan Fiction
Another site geared towards helping fanfic authors avoid the common pitfalls of writing. Gives examples of problems and reasons to avoid them, along with a general overview of fan fiction.
Geared towards fanfiction in general, a fan's answer to that age-old question"Why is there fanfic?"
Fanfiction: What's Up With That?
A look at the motivations behind writing fanfiction and slash.
Mainly focused on sexuality, or lack thereof, in the Star Trek universe. Slash has a prominent mention towards the end of the article.
Generic Slash Defense Form Letter
Another quick overview of why we slash.
An outsider's look at slash.
More exploration of the sexuality of Star Trek characters, focused primarily on Q.
Minotaur's Sex Tips For Slash Writers
A site that addresses the physical side of slash writing, helping authors get the details right. If you're wondering if something is physically possible, or if it would feel good, or if a guy would even be likely to do such a thing, here's the place to go.
Slash: Porn - For the Rest of Us
Lighthearted look at slashers.
Slashing the Borg: Resistance Is Fertile
Gay Borg? Of course!
Featuring a prominent mention of the Sith Academy.
Subtext and Slash: Having Your Cake and Eating It Too
Why do slashers slash, anyway?
