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The All About Spike review system has been a frequent target of spambots in recent years. (Robots that trawl through the internet leaving spammy comments wherever they can.) I've been deleting the spam, but it's still annoying that it comes through at all.
So rather than disabling the review system (which, to my delight, people still use!), I've installed a spam protection system. Usually you see these as those annoying squiggly letters that you have to type in. I decided to try a nicer one called Asirra, which works by showing a database of dogs and cats in need of adoption. In order to prove you're human, you click on the cats. If you do it correctly, your review will post as normal.
Hopefully this'll stop the spam problem and will be more amusing than annoying (and maybe it'll even help some animals get adopted). Let me know if you encounter any problems. You can try it out by reviewing a story at All About Spike (surely there are some hidden treasures that you haven't read already?).
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| All About Spike Update |
[05 Feb 2006|08:10pm] |
What? Updates at All About Spike? Really?
Yes, there have actually been a few final updates at All About Spike.
I went ahead and added most of what's been on my "To Archive" list for the past year or so. You'll find all the new stories (well, not actually new; these are older stories by Herself, FayJay, and Colleen) at this page:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/datepage.html?did=219
I also added three new(ish) chapters to Ginmar's "Ever After," which you'll find at:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=578
All About Spike is now officially closed to new stories. I will continue to update works in progress, series', existing stories, and author information, at the request of the author. I'm not actually keeping up with Spike fic myself, so authors, please email me directly if updates are needed.
The site will continue to stay online, as I've always promised. I've set the homepage to link to five random stories; this is my way of encouraging readers to check out the 1,000+ excellent stories housed in the All About Spike archive:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
I'd also like to encourage everyone to check out WriterCon, the upcoming convention for fanfic readers and writers. WriterCon 2004 was a huge hit and WriterCon 2006 is going to be even better (and I'm not just saying that because I'm on the concomm this year!). Check it out at:
http://www.writercon.com
Questions, comments, hatemail, etc, to: drinkthepoison@hotmail.com
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[22 Feb 2005|01:42pm] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Works in progress updated recently:
"Samaritan" by Ivytree [Complete! Chapter 25 added]
A soul makes everyday demands, and others a little more esoteric.
Sequel to Grandpa, Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, 57761 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=2&expid=1596
"Blood Rites" by Nan Dibble [Complete! Chapters 20 & 21 added]
AU, continues from The Blood Is the Life. As Spike and Buffy try to hold onto their partnership and their love, recently unsouled Spike tries to secure his position as self-proclaimed Master Vampire of Sunnydale...against the wishes of The Powers That Be and the Slayer's ancient mandate. Magic, new arrivals, old friends (and enemies), dreams, visions, e-Bay, tribute blood, and cookies all play a part in the tense give and take between vampire priorities and human necessities.
Sequel to The Blood Is the Life, Alternate Universe, Post-Showtime, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Dawn, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=1020&expid=1593
"A Parliament Of Monsters" by Barb Cummings [Chapter 9 added]
Buffy. Spike. Angelus. Nuff said.
Sequel to Necessary Evils, Post-The Gift, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Willow, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=712&expid=1595
"Ever After" by Ginmar [Chapter 17 added]
Fairy tales never have epilogues. Here's why.
Post-Chosen, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=578&expid=1597
To see a list of all updated stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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Just a note that I (the archivist) am no longer updating All About Spike very often due to lack of interest in Buffy fandom. Most of the authors are still writing, and many can be found on LiveJournal. The All About Spike archive contains nearly 1,000 stories and will remain online--enjoy!
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Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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[30 Sep 2004|03:46am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added recently:
"Journeys Part Three: Revelations (Draft)" by Mary
Picking up shortly after the events of 'The Gift,' this is my version of Spike's journey.
Sequel to Journeys Part Two: Awakenings, Post-The Gift, Rated NC-17, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Dawn, Spike & Giles, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1088
"In the Same Boat" by Mad Poetess
For buffyverse1000: River/Spike (Firefly crossover)
Alternate Universe, Rated G, 1256 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1087
Works in progress updated recently:
"A Parliament Of Monsters" by Barb Cummings [Chapter 8 added]
Buffy. Spike. Angelus. Nuff said.
Sequel to Necessary Evils, Post-The Gift, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Willow, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=712&expid=1588
"Blood Rites" by Nan Dibble [Chapter 18 added]
AU, continues from The Blood Is the Life. As Spike and Buffy try to hold onto their partnership and their love, recently unsouled Spike tries to secure his position as self-proclaimed Master Vampire of Sunnydale...against the wishes of The Powers That Be and the Slayer's ancient mandate. Magic, new arrivals, old friends (and enemies), dreams, visions, e-Bay, tribute blood, and cookies all play a part in the tense give and take between vampire priorities and human necessities.
Sequel to The Blood Is the Life, Alternate Universe, Post-Showtime, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Dawn, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=1020&expid=1587
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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I apologize sincerely for the lack of recent updates. I have many stories waiting in the queue; I will try to catch up at some point. In the meantime, please enjoy the archive of older stories.
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Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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[13 Aug 2004|02:56pm] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Works in progress updated today:
"A Parliament Of Monsters" by Barb Cummings [Chapter 7 added]
Buffy. Spike. Angelus. Nuff said.
Sequel to "Necessary Evils," Post-The Gift, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Willow, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=712&expid=1585
"Samaritan" by Ivytree [Chapter 24 added]
A soul makes everyday demands, and others a little more esoteric.
Sequel to "Grandpa," Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=2&expid=1586
"Blood Rites" by Nan Dibble [Chapter 17 added]
AU, continues from The Blood Is the Life. As Spike and Buffy try to hold onto their partnership and their love, recently unsouled Spike tries to secure his position as self-proclaimed Master Vampire of Sunnydale...against the wishes of The Powers That Be and the Slayer's ancient mandate. Magic, new arrivals, old friends (and enemies), dreams, visions, e-Bay, tribute blood, and cookies all play a part in the tense give and take between vampire priorities and human necessities.
Sequel to "The Blood Is the Life," Alternate Universe, Post-Showtime, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Dawn, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=1020&expid=1584
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
Writercon, the first convention all about Whedonverse fanfic, was a wonderful success. You'll find convention reports at the Writercon LiveJournal Community:
http://www.livejournal.com/community/writercon/
SideShowToys is offering an exclusive new Prophecy Girl Buffy action figure. Buy it through the following link and a percentage of the sale will be used to help support All About Spike:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html#toy
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[20 Jul 2004|10:42am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"Things of Beauty" by Nihilist Bear
More or less rated NC-17. Be safe. Spike/Everyone.
Pre-Series, Entire Series, Rated NC-17, 2259 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1059
"Who In This Mirror" by soundingsea
Challenge: Fred & Spike friendship, Post-Destiny, No Fred/Wes.
Post-Destiny, Rated PG-13, Spike & Fred, 1537 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1081
"Once More Into The Breach" by Colleen
Post-Grave, Rated PG, 445 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=697
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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Several author biographies have been added, and more are coming soon.
See biographies from...
Indri:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=120#bio
Shadowlass:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=172#bio
Jingle:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=302#bio
You can see all author pages (though not all authors have biographies) at:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/author.html
If you're an author who would like to add your own biography, please see the following link for information:
http://www.livejournal.com/users/drinkthepoisonx/85262.html
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Don't forget that Writercon, the first convention that's all about Jossverse fanfiction, is coming up soon! It's happening in Las Vegas from July 30 - August 1. For more information:
http://www.the-sandlot.com/writercon/
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My plan is to keep the All About Spike archive online for years to come, even if I am no longer updating it. I've set up the affiliate store in order to help with the server fees. There you'll find many Spike-centric items and may choose from several different online retailers. A percent of each sale will go to support All About Spike. See the page for all options:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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[14 Jul 2004|05:31pm] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"Blossoming" by Cindy
Post-Forever, Rated PG, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Xander, 2303 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1078
"Facing It" by Colleen
Post-Lessons, Rated PG-13, 167 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=617
Works in progress updated today:
"Samaritan" by Ivytree [Chapter 23 added]
A soul makes everyday demands, and others a little more esoteric.
Sequel to "Grandpa," Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, WIP.
http://allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=2&expid=1583
"Samaritan" is the sequel to:
"Grandpa" by Ivytree
The ends of BtVS 6 and AtS 3 come together; not angsty, really!
Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, 6983 words.
http://allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=3
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
***
Several author biographies have been added, and more are coming soon.
See biographies from...
kalima:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=129#bio
Lesley:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=142#bio
Onondata:
http://allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=285#bio
You can see all author pages (though not all authors have biographies) at:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/author.html
If you're an author who would like to add your own biography, please see the following link for information:
http://www.livejournal.com/users/drinkthepoisonx/85262.html
***
The All About Spike store has been rearranged so that you may choose from several different retailers for each item. (Currently Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, Amazon.co.uk, SideShowToy.com, or TeesWithATwist.com/Buzzy Multimedia). You may pre-order Angel Season Four on DVD, choose from the latest collectible action figures, or get the Harry Dresden audio books narrated by James Marsters (the links for these are working properly now). See the page for all options:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
Let me know if you have any questions or requests.
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[29 Jun 2004|01:34pm] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"Another Day" by Jingle
Spike/Dawn friendship, post-Gift, goes AU pretty early on.
Post-The Gift, Rated PG-13, Spike & Dawn, 1346 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1080
"Think Before You Speak" by Flurblewig
'Mood theme' challenge.
Pre-Series, Rated G, Spike/Cecily, 100 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1049
"Helping" by Colleen
Sometimes I feel like it's easier for Spike to get out of that basement than it is for me.
Post-Help, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, 357 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=680
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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Angel Season 4 DVDs are now available for pre-order. Use the following link to pre-order from Amazon.com and a percent of the sale will go to support All About Spike:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002HS74C/allaboutspike-20
Get the "Harry Dresden" audio books narrated by James Marsters! Use the links on the following page to order and a percent of the sale will help support All About Spike:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html#au
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[28 Jun 2004|11:45am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"If..." by Peasant
If the world dissolved into ashes.
Pre-Series, Alternate Universe, Rated PG-13, Spike & Angel(us), 1454 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1076
"Symbiosis" by Cindy
sym*bi*o*sis: the intimate living together of two dissimilar organisms in a mutually beneficial relationship. They need each other.
Post-Not Fade Away, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, 1470 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1079
"The Lead and How To Swing It" by Anne Hedonia
Tara opens up a can of whoop-ass.
Sequel to "Funnybutt", Alternate Universe, Rated PG-13, Spike/Tara, 1697 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1077
"The Lead and How To Swing It" is the latest in the series that begins with:
"Done to Death" by Anne Hedonia
"You could always leave Tara unattended, without much worry about her catching anything on fire - except tonight."
Post-Grave, Rated NC-17, Spike/Tara, 22027 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=276
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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Angel Season 4 DVDs are now available for pre-order. Use the following link to pre-order from Amazon.com and a percent of the sale will go to support All About Spike:
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002HS74C/allaboutspike-20
SideShowToys is now selling an exclusive Vampire Angel action figure. They also still have Vampire Willow and The Master, and you can sign up for the waiting list to get Spike and Angel figures. Use the links on the following page to order and a percent of the sale will help support All About Spike:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html#toy
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[25 Jun 2004|03:52am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Works in progress updated today:
"Blood Rites" by Nan Dibble [Chapters 15 and 16 added]
AU, continues from The Blood Is the Life. As Spike and Buffy try to hold onto their partnership and their love, recently unsouled Spike tries to secure his position as self-proclaimed Master Vampire of Sunnydale...against the wishes of The Powers That Be and the Slayer's ancient mandate. Magic, new arrivals, old friends (and enemies), dreams, visions, e-Bay, tribute blood, and cookies all play a part in the tense give and take between vampire priorities and human necessities.
Sequel to The Blood Is the Life, Alternate Universe, Post-Showtime, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Dawn, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=1020&expid=1579
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=1020&expid=1580
Samaritan" by Ivytree [Parts 21 and 22 added]
A soul makes everyday demands, and others a little more esoteric.
Sequel to Grandpa, Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=2&expid=1581
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=2&expid=1582
"Samaritan" is the sequel to:
"Grandpa" by Ivytree
The ends of BtVS 6 and AtS 3 come together; not angsty, really!
Post-Grave, Rated PG-13, 6983 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=3
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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I have also added several new author biographies. Most recently:
Peasant:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=206#bio
Kimi:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=134#bio
jen:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=227#bio
wiseacress:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/auth.html?au=182#bio
You can see all author pages (though not all authors have biographies) at:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/author.html
If you're an author who would like to add your own biography, please see the following link for information:
http://www.livejournal.com/users/drinkthepoisonx/85262.html
***
Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
To unsubscribe, please visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/lists.html
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[20 May 2004|09:39am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"His Body A Boat" by Romany
AtS Season Five, Rated R, Spike/Angel(us), 1200 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1068
"Body Language" by Dana Woods
Early AtS Season Five, Post-Destiny, Rated NC-17, Spike/Angel(us), 1434 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1070
To see a list of all stories added recently, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
*****
Please note that despite the cancellation of "Angel," All About Spike will remain open. Updates are slowing as I lose interest in the fandom, but the archive will remain available well into the future. I have no plans to close it anytime soon.
Also, All About Spike now has a new feature: author biographies. Ever want to know more about the writing process or about your favorite writer's motivation? See the most recently added author bios by following the links in the left panel at www.allaboutspike.com or visiting http://www.allaboutspike.com/author.html
Not all authors have biographies yet, but I'm hoping to collect biographies from as many as possible. If you're a writer with stories on All About Spike, please consider submitting a biography. You'll find details at:
http://www.livejournal.com/users/drinkthepoisonx/85262.html
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Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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[05 May 2004|02:30pm] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"Quick and Bitter, Slow and Sweet" by Miss Murchison
Multiple Personality Disorder!Spike, Spike/Tara, with Spike and Dawn, and Tara and Dawn friendship and bit of Spike/Buffy and Spike/Willow angst. Not as goofy as it sounds! I hope this comes across as a sweet romance with a touch of humor.
Alternate Universe, During Entropy, Rated R, Spike/Tara, Spike & Dawn, 41796 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1060
"Boomerang" by Shadowlass
Spike. Buffy. Adam. Spike’s impulsive, but he’s not stupid. Romance, action, smartassery, and Riley punchage. Fluffy S/B, branches off mid-“Yoko Factor.”
During The Yoko Factor, Rated PG-13, Spike/Buffy, 5128 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1064
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store: http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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[27 Apr 2004|04:58am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"then she died again" by amerella
Spike, Buffy, and the nature of fear. Also, there is some angsty post-apocalyptic smut. Features one dead Principal and one somewhat unrepentant vampire. Fun stuff.
Alternate Universe, Post-Lies My Parents Told Me, Rated NC-17, Spike/Buffy, 20937 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1062
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
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[26 Apr 2004|04:16am] |
Here is today's AllAboutSpike.com update.
Stories added today:
"Mercy Street" by Gwyneth Rhys
When Dana returns to LA looking for Spike, they find a strange truce and a way to help each other with their damage.
Late AtS Season Five, Spike & Dana, 12972 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=1061
"Darkness" by Colleen
Late Season Six, Rated PG-13, 368 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=604
Works in progress updated today:
"A Parliament Of Monsters" by Barb Cummings [Chapter 6 added]
Buffy. Spike. Angelus. Nuff said.
Sequel to "Necessary Evils," Post-The Gift, Rated R, Spike/Buffy, Spike & Willow, WIP.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/chapter.html?id=712&expid=1569
"A Parliament Of Monsters" is the latest in the series that begins with:
"A Raising in the Sun" by Barb Cummings
Four months after Buffy's death, the gang discovers an unscrupulous wizard planning to raise her, and must decide whether or not to stop him.
Post-The Gift, Rated PG-13, Spike & Dawn, 63351 words.
http://www.allaboutspike.com/fic.html?id=10
To see a list of all new stories, visit:
http://www.allaboutspike.com
Support All About Spike by purchasing merchandise through the store:
http://www.allaboutspike.com/store.html
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