Penname: bethie Real name:
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Only by girl7 Rated: M [Reviews - 366] 169
Summary: Past Featured Story

This picks up pre-merger and is spoiler free, a bit AU as well.  I began this back in October (maybe even September), and obviously the show has deviated quite a bit from what I speculated here.

This begins with angst, but there is a great deal of fluff, steam, smut, and silly...for several, several chapters.  My idea was to go beyond the happy ending, so to speak.  

Disclaimer: All publicly recognizable characters, settings, etc. are the property of their respective owners. The original characters and plot are the property of the author. The author is in no way associated with the owners, creators, or producers of any media franchise. No copyright infringement is intended.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam, Karen, Michael
Genres: Angst, Humor, Inner Monologue, Romance, Steamy, Workdays
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 38 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 96362 Read Count: 257773 ePub Downloads: 81
[Report This] Published: October 05, 2006 Updated: May 17, 2007
Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: March 22, 2007 Title: Chapter 36: Chapter 36

This has been one of my favorites since fall!  I'm so glad you are still working on it.  

He reached into the bag as Pam uttered a silent prayer (please don't let it be lingerie; please let it have nothing to do with underwear or sex. Please, god, please), pulling out a metal name plate like the one that currently rested on her desk.

When he turned it around, she felt a smile pulling at her lips. Pam Halpert.

I loved this.  I love it when Michael stuns us all and does something appropriate.

Also, I think you should write a fic starring Jonathan where he finally gets a girl!  Maybe Jim and Pam could help....  :P



Author's Response:

It just makes me so happy to hear that someone's actually glad that I'm still working on this!  Seriously, the break between chapters was almost inexcusably long, so I'm very, very grateful for the renewed/sustained interest. 

And I, too, love it when Michael leaves us feeling all...the way he did on the Booze Cruise.  I have such an affection for him/Steve Carell.  :o) It's funny because the response to Jonathan has been pretty amazing -- though some people absolutely hate him, others respond for whatever the reason.  I just love writing him, because I can make him kind of my version of the perfect guy.  :o)

Thanks so much for reviewing - I'll be working on the next chapter tonight!  

Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: March 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 37: Chapter 37

Very sweet gesture from Jim.  I love that he gave her something to commemerate their past together.  Very sweet and sentimental chapter.

I really like how you use imagery from the series to bring a specific look or feeling to mind.  For example,  What...?" She asked, thinking for a moment of the way he'd looked at her that night when they'd played poker  

I've noticed that you do that quite a bit in your stories and I like that I have a frame of reference for a certain expression or feeling that Jim might have.  You really try to convey emotion with those little callbacks to the series.  Awesome.



Author's Response:

I really appreciate your commenting on my referencing moments from previous episodes, because it's something that I do a lot, and I've always wondered if it's effective or distracting...or lazy?  I just see it as one surefire way to effectively communicate an expression - particularly if it's an intense one (like Jim's BC look) or just the totally-gone-so-in-love-with-you face (like in CN at the poker table).  

Anyway - thanks again for the feedback! 

The Love Song of Squirrel McPants by time4moxie Rated: M [Reviews - 957] 252
Summary: Past Featured StoryPam's discovered the world of internet chat rooms. Jim can't resist the chance to be near her in cyberspace. Spoilers up to Cocktails.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst, Fluff, Humor, Romance
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 18 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 84660 Read Count: 289086 ePub Downloads: 115
[Report This] Published: March 04, 2007 Updated: May 22, 2007
Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: March 22, 2007 Title: Chapter 9: Streets that follow like a tedious argument

I literally squealed when I saw you had updated!   I like how you have made Jim squirm a little wondering what is going on with Pam.  This story is so original.

The Choices We Make by fasterthansnakes Rated: MA [Reviews - 119] 27
Summary:

A shockingly accurate post-cocktails fic written during the hainous. Jim rebuffs Pam's apologies and while distraught at the grocery store she meets a handsome stranger who catches Karen's eye too.

EPILOGUE ADDED :) STORY FINISHED! I had to change it to Explicit Sexual Content so avoid the epilogue if that isn't really your thing.


Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Karen, Other
Genres: Angst, Romance, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content, Moderate sexual content, Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 13 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 15365 Read Count: 50730 ePub Downloads: 8
[Report This] Published: March 24, 2007 Updated: May 16, 2007
Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: March 24, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Not Ready to Forgive

I just saw the NBC promo/vid today and it made my stomach hurt.  I think your scenario here is plausible.  I'll definitely keep reading.

OT:  Dying to discuss all this new fanfic and spoiler at TWOP, but it's not working for me.  Anyone know what's up?

The Garbage Can Letters by Azlin Rated: T [Reviews - 348] 86
Summary: Past Featured StoryMember's Choice - Pam thought she was throwing these letters away. But what happens when your garbage doesn't stay in the garbage? Set mid-season 3.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim, Other, Pam
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 19 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 47299 Read Count: 182614 ePub Downloads: 33
[Report This] Published: March 25, 2007 Updated: April 01, 2008
Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: June 09, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: the deep end...

 Okay, I totally delurked and logged in just to tell you how much I have loved this story.  The last two letters are perfect.  Where is the ribbon for this story?  It deserves one for sure!

Author's Response: Wow! That's such a sweet thing to say! I'm so glad you're enjoying this story. And I really appreciate your review. I probably would have kept writing this story without reviews, but it would have been a lot harder to motivate myself. ;) Thanks again!

Sink or Swim by sundancekid Rated: MA [Reviews - 23] 13
Summary: It takes Pam two weeks to work up her courage. Total PWP, and fluff.
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: Fluff, Romance, Steamy
Warnings: Explicit sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3253 Read Count: 8218 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: April 11, 2007 Updated: April 11, 2007
Reviewer: bethie Signed
Date: April 11, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Wow!  That was hot.   I loved that Pam had a plan and she went for it.

Author's Response: Thank you!