Penname: Dernhelm Real name: Tonya
Member Since: November 07, 2019

Bio:

Three little facts about me:

1) I'm a work-from-home mom from Kyiv, Ukraine.  

2) I'm super late to the party, but  I do my best to turn my excitement with the show into the content (hopefully, qualitative). 

3) I care about Pam Beesly more than about any other fictional character in all the existent fandoms.  


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The Scranton Strangler by The Invisible Swordsman Rated: T [Reviews - 18] 14
Summary: It's really Dwight's fault. Well, Toby's. Well . . .
Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Dwight
Genres: Drama
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 8 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2774 Read Count: 4369 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: June 15, 2021 Updated: June 22, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: June 24, 2021 Title: Chapter 8: Exonerated, Sort Of

I missed your updates (sorry!), but now I caught up with everything at once, and...
THIS IS BRILLIANT!
Seriously. The voices. The reactions. The style. And there are so many little gems that I don't even know where to start counting them.
Fantastic story, and it's lovely to see Dwight as the lead character :)
Thank you for writing!

Author's Response: Wow, thank you SO much for such a generous review! This has really made my day!  :D

Now That I Saw You by nicemorningtoo Rated: T [Reviews - 16] 25
Summary:

'His mother would probably scold him with how often he tends to eavesdrop, but that doesn’t stop him from doing it anyway. He had to be observant in order to survive his two older brothers and the trait followed him to adulthood. Plus, if he was honest, he liked being able to find things out about strangers he would likely never see again. Learning secrets, finding out information, listening to arguments. There was nothing he could do with the stuff he heard, but he enjoyed knowing that the people surrounding him had their own lives just like he did.'


Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 6051 Read Count: 1561 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: June 26, 2021 Updated: June 26, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: June 26, 2021 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

Awww, that's so, so lovely! Thank you so much for figuring it out and writing it down :)

Dust of Gold by Maxine Abbott Rated: K [Reviews - 8] 12
Summary:

55 word sequel to Copper Strands.

 

I only own my words, not them.


Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: Drabble
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Series: 55
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 55 Read Count: 1028 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: June 29, 2021 Updated: June 29, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: June 29, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: Another Morning

Oh, that's lovely! And very poetic imagery...

Author's Response:

Thanks Dernhelm.

I felt it was time to give Jim a happy ending after breaking his heart in Copper Strands

 

All My Only Dreams by emxgoldstars Rated: T [Reviews - 20] 19
Summary:

It’s 1964, and Jim Halpert honestly believes his only calling in life is to inherit his family’s appliance store, with a passion for jazz music and drumming on the side. Opportunity knocks in the form of a drumming gig for a band performing at a local college talent show, bringing the group recognition for the song they play. But, with the four of them and the lead singer’s adorable, redheaded girlfriend leading the charts by storm, what will come of their newfound fame?

 

 


Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Andy, Dwight, Jim, Jim/Karen, Jim/Pam, Karen, Michael, Pam, Pam/Roy, Roy, Ryan
Genres: Fluff, Romance
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 9539 Read Count: 1183 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: July 26, 2021 Updated: April 30, 2022
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 03, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

First of all, wow!
I haven't watched this film, but I'm intrigued about this AU already! Plus, I like 'Freaks and Geek,' and Jim's relationship with his father reminds me a lot one of my favorite characters from that show has with his... So I root for Jim even more!
And there are so many little cute details here and there (like Tunes - so adorable!), and the big ones (I have a suspicion that Karen's up to something with her new dentist... or, maybe, I'm just overly suspicious).
Anyway, I like it, and I'd like to read more and more of your story! Thank you so much for writing and sharing it with us!

Author's Response:

Holy shit I'm late on this review.

Thank you so much! It's a great film that I highly recommend, but not fully necessary to watch for this AU!

I never watched 'Freaks and Geeks,' but I will absolutely take your word for it!

The details make this story, honestly! And I like your suspicion, it's intriguing! Can't say for certain what will happen, but I like the way you think!

I promise an update's coming soon! Thanks again! 

Madness in My Head by nicemorningtoo Rated: K+ [Reviews - 12] 16
Summary: Michael gives Pam her own “Booze Cruise” speech, which has her making some different choices during Phyllis’s wedding. 
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Episode Related
Characters: None
Genres: Angst, Oneshot
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 3856 Read Count: 1203 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: July 26, 2021 Updated: July 26, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: July 27, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Awww, Aly, that's so sweet! I love the Phyliss' Wedding fix-it so very much!
Thank you for sharing :)

Future Looks Good by Maxine Abbott Rated: T [Reviews - 51] 36
Summary:


 

 

Canon-divergent, lyrics inspired, plot-bunny directed, get Jim back to Scranton fic set in early season 3 where Michael makes a yearbook, Pam makes a phone call, and Jim makes a decision. 


Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Andy, Danny Cordray, Dwight, Ensemble, Jan, Jim, Josh Porter, Karen, Michael, Other, Pam
Genres: Angst, Drama, Drunk Pam/Jim, In Stamford, Inner Monologue, Romance, Workdays
Warnings: Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 9 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 33002 Read Count: 10880 ePub Downloads: 4
[Report This] Published: July 31, 2021 Updated: September 02, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 02, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: This Man He Talked to Me - One Republic

Yay! You published this story! I have to say, I love the dream/fantasy theme, and I'm here for this.
It's always sad to see Jim's misery (by the way, I truly like the 'poison' metaphor you used describing that kiss — yeah, sometimes it's better not to know...), but it was funny that it was Michael who visited Jim's dreams. His subconsciousness chose a peculiar form to speak to him.
I'm curious where you will take this! Thank you for writing!

Author's Response:

Yes- it took me a while to get it up (TWSS). Dreams are so fascinating to me and I was glad the song lyrics pointed me in that direction - not only was it fun to put Michael in there with him but I really like exploring the subconscious mind in this way.

I've got to think this was the lowest point for our poor Jim so as sad as it was, I had to. 

Thanks for coming along and the review. 

Temptation greets you like your naughty friend by Basscop69 Rated: M [Reviews - 69] 77
Summary: He can be Pam's wingman. What could possibly go wrong? 
Categories: Jim and Pam, Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Moderate sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 7 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 40226 Read Count: 8265 ePub Downloads: 3
[Report This] Published: August 03, 2021 Updated: August 22, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 03, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: All the things that we've always done

Oh. My. God.
Another story from you (how do you do this???), and it starts so good (and the tiniest bit painful, but mostly very, very good). And... I don't even know what to add except that I want to know everything about this Jam history ;)
Thank you!

Author's Response:

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you’re enjoying this so far (although the answer to how you do it is definitely just…lots of procrastination? I was going to take a break from Jim/Pam AUs, but then I got the idea for this one stuck in my head. I am aiming to make it a bit shorter though). Thanks so much for reading! More on the Jam history will be revealed too :) 

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 07, 2021 Title: Chapter 2: Temptation, the very thing that held her back

Pam's chapter! Pam's chapter! Pam's chapter!
I was really excited to dive into her mind and discovered more of the story of Pam and Jim's friendship.
Maybe, it would be better to write a list of things that I liked the most:
1) Pam's baby steps after calling off the wedding - so, so realistic and nice!
2) They were roommates!!! I love everything about this idea.
3) Pam walked in on Jim with some girl... okay, I nearly spilled coffee reading this because cheating Jim wasn't... Jim, buuuut I remembered on time that Katy had broked up with him that time, so... this moment was very awkward yet cute;
4) The confusion. I like that Pam didn't give names to what she felt, but she felt it :)
5) Stalking Alan together!
6) "There's a half pause where she realises she's basically just described Jim." LOL!!!
7) Pam's enjoying being on her own. She deserves it so much!
8) Jim's not into artsy-fartsy stuff, and yet, he supports her! And she's not into sport, but she's listening to his stories! WHAT COULD BE PURER IN THE WORLD???
...
100) The fact that they're friends in the first place. Will they? Won't they? It's not so important as far as they're the closest people to each other (but, of course, it would be better if they will ;))
Thank you so much for writing this story and sharing it with us

Author's Response:

Ah, thank you so much! I always love writing Pam (I think *slightly* more than Jim), so I'm really pleased you enjoyed this. Jim and Pam as roommates may have also crept into one of my other fics lol, I am a big fan of this idea. And yep no - definitely not Jim cheating here! You will get his POV on the awkward encounter too...

And yes, I am a sucker for their friendship first. I quite liked the idea of them having a slightly purer friendship here that hadn't been marred by one of them pining after the other for a long time, and them getting to that place together instead. 

Thanks so much for reading and reviewing!  

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 09, 2021 Title: Chapter 3: That kind of talk only adds intrigue to the cauldron of thought

Danny's near Pam, and I already DON'T like it.
BUT, I like this story so much! Even if it makes weird things with my heart, and breathing, and eyes... nevermind.
It was nice to learn Jim's side of that college story, and it stung so much how lonely and desperate he was back then and how much Pam really meant to him. So heartachingly beautiful.
And his protectiveness of her. And that little note of her beauty "in a way that sneaks up on." And that he wasn't allowed to notice that. And...
I don't know why, but this chapter hit me hard. I love it, but also I want to cry. And reread the whole chapter again. And, maybe, cry more.
Please, please, please, update soon!!!

Author's Response: Thank you so much! Haha, I had a vague idea that I was going to make Danny less awful in this fic than he is in Calm Like You, but it really has been a struggle. I just don't like him? But I figured he's part of Pam's journey here. Ah, and I'm really pleased you enjoyed the college story, I really enjoyed writing that part. Thanks so much for your lovely review! 

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: August 11, 2021 Title: Chapter 4: I don't ever want to hate you, so don't show me your bed

Who's happy? I'm happy! And I'm happy, happy, happy, and I won't shut up about that!
First of all, Danny's a dick, and thank you so much for bringing it so soon! It was great to see Pam having fun, but Danny... I'm not a fan of him either :)
Also, THE PORCH SCENE!!! It's so beautiful and tender, and I love it!
Also, it was really interesting to learn a little about Katy's background. It explains a lot about her personality and her actions.
And I can't even describe how curious I am about what Jim's going to tell Pam... and I have a suspicion that he's going to talk not only about Danny's antics...
Thank you so much for writing this story! I can't wait for the following chapters :)

Author's Response:

Ahaha thank you so much - glad you enjoyed this one! Yeah, I couldn’t keep Danny around for too long…


And I did feel like Katy got short shrift in the show, so it was fun having a chance to dig into her character a bit more. 


Next chapter is coming :D Thanks so much for your review! 

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: August 14, 2021 Title: Chapter 5: We've got that spark that only lights a fuse

That awful moment when I perfectly understand both sides' feelings and why it hurts so much for each of them, and even more awful is that I don't see how this whole situation could be handled immediately or in the short time... it feels like A LOT has to be said.
Anyway, I really like this chapter (it made me extremely sad, but still — it was fantastic!), and I'm very anxious (and hopeful) sitting here, processing what happened and waiting for the following parts.
Thank you so very much for this bust of emotions in such an eloquent form
(I don't know if the code of review form allows it, but I put some hearts at the end of the review))

Author's Response: Thank you so much! And haha, I'm really glad to hear you can understand both sides - I spent a while trying to decide whether Jim lying about something like that for so long was justified. Next chapter is now up, so hopefully not too long a wait :D Thank you so much as ever for your lovely feedback, it's so great to read and I'm thrilled you're enjoying this!  

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: August 20, 2021 Title: Chapter 6: The panic will fall down around you

I genuinely don't know what moment is my most favorite. The tally of unanswered messages? Pam's racing thoughts and her 'I miss him'? Meeting with Katy, so awkward and so right? Jim's voice mail? Him roasting Danny on the air? Her coming to see him? The second closet kiss? Everything above?
I love the ending, it's perfect. But if you decide to add another chapter, I won't be opposite that :)
Thank you for this lovely journey, and I really wish I could give this story more jellybeans...

Author's Response:

Ah, thanks so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed all of that :) (also lol at the meeting with Katy being so awkward and so right, haha). I am working on an epilogue now, I’ve sort of enjoyed writing this a bit too much. It won out over the uneven chapters. Thank you so much for reading, and for all of your lovely feedback! 

Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed
Date: August 23, 2021 Title: Chapter 7: Epilogue: taking it slow

Awwww!
I can't believe I'm saying this, but bringing Roy made this epilogue only sweeter. It really feels like closure and the tiny discussion about 'we should've done this earlier' - I love it!
Also, I found the fact that they weren't able to take things slow adorable.
(Also, it's my personal headcanon that Pam's smarter than Jim, and it pleased me to find it here :)))
Thank you so much for writing! I'm looking forward to your next masterpieces!

Author's Response:

Ah, thank you so much! I’m really glad you liked it :) And haha, it is totally my head canon that Pam’s smarter than Jim too. Thanks so much for reading, and for all your lovely reviews! 

You cut through all the noise by Basscop69 Rated: K [Reviews - 8] 9
Summary: Some (angsty, early season) song inspired 55 word one-shots. 
Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 332 Read Count: 833 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: September 01, 2021 Updated: September 01, 2021
Reviewer: Dernhelm Signed 1
Date: September 01, 2021 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Beautiful. Absolutely heartwrenching and beautiful. The 'But our communication is telepathy' piece, perhaps, is the reason why I feel so heartbroken now.
(Also, a great reminder to FINALLY listening to AM).
Thank you!

Author's Response:

Thanks so much! (And sorry for the angst, haha). I also now have an even bigger appreciation of your Elements series than I already did: because how on earth did you manage to write so many beautiful short pieces so quickly, I’ve basically agonised over these. Yes on listening to AM! This makes me very happy :) Thank you so much for the review!