Penname: shan21 Real name: Shannon
Member Since: December 20, 2006

Bio:

author of the month March 2021

Found The Office summer '06. Immediately fell in love with JAM. Obsessed ever since.

I no longer work as a part-time receptionist, which is sort of sad because I feel less connected to Pam (just kidding!).  I'm almost finished getting my Masters in literacy and I'm a first year high school teacher! So basically I have nothing resembling free time or... sanity.


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Chiaroscuro by NeverEnoughJam Rated: K [Reviews - 21] 11
Summary: Pam sees her relationship with Jim through an artist's eye. Spoilers through "Business School".
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Romance
Warnings: None
Challenges: Model
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1591 Read Count: 3521 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 20, 2007 Updated: February 20, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 20, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chiaroscuro

So so beautiful. I love the metaphor. I love how so little is said but so much happens.


Author's Response: Thanks! Sometimes I think all Jim/Pam stories should be dialogue only; other times I think they should have NO dialogue. Hopefully this is a happy medium.

Humming Songs To A Girl in the Yellow Dress by WildBerryJam Rated: K [Reviews - 19] 9
Summary: It’s the first day she’s ever worn a dress to work, but somehow the change feels nice.
Categories: Alternate Universe
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 874 Read Count: 2970 ePub Downloads: 2
[Report This] Published: February 20, 2007 Updated: February 20, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 20, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Okay, this:

He really forgot how good it tasted, and why he loved it in the first place.

And THIS: 

He’s tired of pretending he’s happy without her.

“And for the record...” She whispers really quiet so that nobody but him and her can hear them. “It was dancing.”

Now he’s really tired of pretending.

Made me soooooooooooooo happy. So, so, so happy. Fluff is so important at this point in the series, so thank you for that. Lovely.



Author's Response: thanks shan ;) I appreciate it!

The Second Time Jim Goes Chip Hunting by StarShine Rated: K [Reviews - 14] 3
Summary:

Jim was utterly powerless to say “No” when Karen flashed that charming smile in his direction.

Nothing new added here, I just realized I forgot to check the "Complete" box! 


Categories: Future
Characters: None
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 478 Read Count: 2064 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 20, 2007 Updated: February 20, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 20, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

WHOA. Okay, this is such a cool story because just the first half of it would make a really lovely fic (because I, unlike many people, really like Karen and could totally see that happening)

But then the twist! I was like, "Mixed berries whaHUH?!" Awesome.  



Author's Response: Hehe.. I like Karen, too, but honestly, it's just not going to work out. Ok, maybe I don't like her that much... ^_^ Thanks for the review!

Sorry or Please by Treble Rated: T [Reviews - 27] 6
Summary: She’s irritated when it takes them almost a month to fully sort things out, all nervous glances and flushed cheeks. Last chapter!!

Karen POV on her exboyfriend, relationship with Jim, Jim/Pam, etc. Spoilers through Cocktails and speculation thereafter. Kind of AU.


Categories: Other
Characters: Jim, Karen, Pam
Genres: Inner Monologue
Warnings: Adult language, No Warnings Apply
Series: None
Chapters: 6 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 4956 Read Count: 14865 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 20, 2007 Updated: March 07, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 20, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

I think it's so cool that you explored Karen's past relationship this way. It's such an interesting take on her character. And I can totally relate to your non-hatred of Karen, because I am also much more of a Karen than a Pam.

Author's Response: I know, I always feel guilty that people kind of hate who Karen is becoming because I've totally pulled some Karen-like moves in the past, although I like to think I've grown since those days.. Thanks for the review!

Spring Cleaning by bigtuna86 Rated: K [Reviews - 4]
Summary: response to 'dancing pam' challenge

Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: None
Genres: None
Warnings: None
Challenges: Confined Spaces, Dancing Pam
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 374 Read Count: 2746 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 20, 2007 Updated: February 20, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 21, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Awwww! Thank you for responding to this! I love that she makes him dance with her. I'm picturing the two of them dancing around the office and it's reeeeally hard to hold back a girlish scream.

Caught Up in Circles by soverykitsch Rated: T [Reviews - 24] 15
Summary: Past Featured StoryAt Michael’s infamous 80’s party, Jim discovers that Pam is, in fact, a very dorky dancer.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Past
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Fluff, Humor, Oneshot
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Challenges: Dancing Pam
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2641 Read Count: 4288 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 21, 2007 Updated: February 21, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 21, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Ahhhhhhhhh! I love this!

So many little goodies that add up to awesome:

Michael's 80s-inspired nicknames for Pam, the bet, perfect costumes for everyone (especially Stanley), Risky Business (if ONLY), Roy stops Pam's dancing and Jim doesn't

“It’s not stupid.” Definitely not stupid.

"Hello? McFly? It’s 80’s slang!” and the entire dialogue exchange to follow it was so incredibly adorable and funny and them. 

So much love for this story, I can barely contain it! THANK you!

Bloody Murder by DinkinFlicka Rated: K [Reviews - 18] 5
Summary: Prompt fic!

Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Ensemble
Genres: Oneshot
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1775 Read Count: 2384 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 21, 2007 Updated: February 21, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 21, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

*squeals like a little girl*

This is so much better than anything I was thinking of when I wrote the prompt. Crazy good.

Kelly's music selection, the kissing order (Jim/Oscar!), the best game of rock/paper/scissors ever played, AND Jim/Pam in a confined space.

You are freaking amazing. I can't believe you did this in an hour and a half. 

Even Fancy Things Have Finally Lost Their Charm by WildBerryJam Rated: T [Reviews - 4] 1
Summary: Jim and Pam make some changes in their lives.  Michael has a problem and needs to find some help.  Speculation for Cocktails.
Categories: Episode Related, Other
Characters: Ensemble
Genres: Humor
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1848 Read Count: 2215 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 22, 2007 Updated: February 22, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 22, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

So not only do you NAIL Michael, but Dwight too! Soooo funny. And as awesome as tonights episode was, I like your ending better because it brings us closer to JAM. 

Oh, and I'll join lama in her call for a smutty chapter 2 ;) 

It's Only Natural by lama Rated: T [Reviews - 10] 4
Summary: It was that time of year again.  Michael sent out a cryptic email setting the date for Dunder Mifflin's annual motivational event, this time telling everyone to pack water skis, a sleeping bag, three forms of identification, and pancake mix. 
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Ensemble
Genres: Fluff
Warnings: Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2069 Read Count: 2680 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 22, 2007 Updated: February 22, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Jim + Pam + Small tent =AWESOME

I loved it. The best kind of steamy without becoming smut (which, hey, nothing wrong with smut either) 

Your Prince Your Saint The One You Believe You Need by CallieJames Rated: T [Reviews - 22] 10
Summary: Jim gets back from the managers' party to find Pam waiting for him.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam, Roy
Genres: Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 2212 Read Count: 12546 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 22, 2007 Updated: February 22, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Oh, please let it be the start of something big!! You are continuing this, right? Because I don't know what I'll do if you don't.

By the way, rock ON for being the first to post a post-ep fic for this.

I really feel for everyone in this. I think you're being very true to all of their characters. You give Karen a fair deal here because Jim really does seem to have chemistry with her. I love the anger that Jim feels when he thinks that Roy hit Pam. I love the way Pam describes Roy being angry because she's growing up.  She had been stunted before now because she was stuck as her high school self. 

Just awesome.



Author's Response:

I...might.  I've never been very good at series...es?  Is that the word?  LOL.

And I'm soooo glad you thought I did the characters justice.  I was so worried I was making Roy out to be too mean or Pam to be too vulnerable...  Thank you! 

A Message by Peskipiksi Rated: T [Reviews - 28] 18
Summary: Past Featured StoryPam calls Jim to warn him about Roy.  Takes place immediately after Cocktails.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam, Karen
Genres: Angst
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1172 Read Count: 6949 ePub Downloads: 0
[Report This] Published: February 23, 2007 Updated: February 24, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Warning

At the risk of sounding like Kelly, omigod, this was soooooooooooooooo good!

Very, very realistic, and I love the end between Jim and Karen. LOVE it. 

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 24, 2007 Title: A Message

I think you did a great job of finding Karen's voice. I loved how you showed her trying not to be jealous but failing. Like this:

She heard the sarcasm in her own voice and hated herself for it.

Because I honestly think that's how she feels right now. And this part made me happy, just because I love Jim when he's just barely holding back anger:

He shot her a warning look.  “Don’t start.” 

Hot. I'm really eager for chapter 3. I love a good Pam chapter! 

Elsewhere by girl7 Rated: MA [Reviews - 195] 59
Summary:

Jim's basketball game with the C.F.O. (not his actual initials) gets interrupted with news from what happened at Poor Richard's; he reacts accordingly.


Categories: Jim and Pam
Characters: Jim/Pam, Karen
Genres: Angst, Inner Monologue, Romance, Steamy
Warnings: Adult language, Explicit sexual content, Mild sexual content
Series: None
Chapters: 9 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 31449 Read Count: 115947 ePub Downloads: 34
[Report This] Published: February 23, 2007 Updated: March 18, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Oh, rock ON. Kelly would totally be the one to call Jim, wouldn't she? I'm really excited to see where you take this!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 27, 2007 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

You... are a hero.

Seriously, I just about died when Pam says, "I didn't tell him it was 'just a kiss,' if that's what you're wondering."

Oh my GOD! This whole scene was so intense. I could absolutely feel the tension and the fear. Amazing, amazing, amazing. Drop whatever you're doing and finish chapter 3! 



Author's Response:

Thank you so much - much as I love the new read counter, it's also a little disconcerting to see how many people read and don't review (because of course, I immediately think, Okay, so those people read and didn't review because they thought it sucked...). 

Anyway - I'm really glad to hear that the tension translated - that's ultimately what I was going for.  Part of what made season 2 so magical, IMO, was the magnitude of the things they left unsaid, and that's what I'd really like to capture here.  Because even though so much has changed (she's no longer engaged; he has lain his cards on the table - literally and figuratively), there is just so much that remains to be said -- and that's why writing fanfic is a compulsion for me. :o)

Thanks again for reviewing!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 04, 2007 Title: Chapter 3: Chapter 3

So, so good. Oh jeeze. I have tears in my eyes. You just described such a beautiful scenario in which they could both just give themselves a moment, without words, to just let go. They need something like this before they can move on.

Really lovely. 



Author's Response:

Ahh, it means so much to know that this moved you to tears!  (Not that I want you to cry, but....)

Seriously, though, that was part of what I was angling for: creating a scenario in which they could just let go.

Thanks for the review!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 08, 2007 Title: Chapter 5: Chapter 5

You are a GODDESS. I cannot praise you enough for giving me such a steamy, beautiful chapter. I was freaking out while I was reading it! The only thing that could possibly make this fic better would be an epilogue (no matter how short!)



Author's Response:

Wow - thank you so much!  (By the way, spring break - for me, anyway - is in one week, and your stuff is on the top of my list of fics to read; I'm hearing such great stuff about you!)  I'm really glad that you were freaking out as you read this, because as I've mentioned in other review responses, I worried that it'd come off as kind of an anti-climax.  (*cough* TWSS!)  Thanks so much - and an epilogue is on its way!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 09, 2007 Title: Chapter 6: Chapter 6

As soon as I read the last line the words, "Oh, wow." escaped my mouth. Because honestly, even thought Jim is a good guy, if I was Karen I would have to come to the same conclusion. Ugh.

I like your sympathetic depiction of Karen. I don't like the big dramatic scenes where she curses Jim out and reveals herself to be either psycho or a bitch or both. I don't think it's in keeping with the realistic feel of the show. So I really liked this.

And I'm also VERY happy that this is a multi-part epilogue :)



Author's Response:

Oh, I'm so glad to hear that!  I've found myself writing sympathetic Karen more than once - probably because I can only imagine being in her position.  I mean, he is a good guy -- just not her good guy.  Sigh.

Thanks for reviewing!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 12, 2007 Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7

Squeeee! Wow. You write UST like no one else. You could cut that sexual tension with a knife! Amazing!

And I like that Roy was reasonable here. I mean, knowing him he might go back on his promise later, but I sort of like the idea that he respects Pam's wishes here. 



Author's Response:

Oh wow - thanks so much!  I enjoy writing the steamy stuff more than the smut, because so many people around here write excellent smut (which is a pejorative term, so I shouldn't use it, I guesss...).  Glad that you also liked Roy - I'm not planning on having him go back on his word, because I prefer my Roy to be sweeter and humbler.  Doggone it.  :o)

Thanks for reviewing!

he Said She Said by molly_connelley Rated: T [Reviews - 9] 3
Summary: She was the absolute last person he had expected to hear from tonight. He’d been trying so hard to push her out of mind, out of sight, but here she was, soft, stammering voice filling his living room. Spoilers for "Cocktails."
Categories: Jim and Pam, Episode Related
Characters: Jim/Pam
Genres: Angst, Romance
Warnings: No Warnings Apply
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1779 Read Count: 3296 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 23, 2007 Updated: February 23, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Save Me Now

I can't even organize my thoughts into a comprehensive review because I'm so FREAKING happy! This was beautifully written, realistic, and JAMtastic!

Author's Response: Aw, thank you so much! Now I am freaking happy! Really, I appreciate your comments... this being my first Office fic, I was worried if it was in character... so thank you sooo much! *sends you Jim Halpert to help with some 'filing' ;-)*

Voicemail by LindsayLeigh Rated: T [Reviews - 28] 7
Summary:

Jim checks his voicemail after the cocktail party.


Categories: Jim and Pam, Other, Episode Related, Present
Characters: Ensemble
Genres: Drabble
Warnings: Adult language
Series: None
Chapters: 2 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 2671 Read Count: 7232 ePub Downloads: 1
[Report This] Published: February 23, 2007 Updated: February 26, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 23, 2007 Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeek! Continue! NOW!

I love the format of this and I really need you to drop whatever you're doing and write chapter two. 'Kay? 



Author's Response: I got an Eeeek! And a long one! That's so exciting to me! So far the general consensus seems to be that I should write a second chapter, so I guess I'll have to. :) BTW, I'm crazy about your story "Revelations". I promise to reread it and leave a good review sometime in the near future. Thanks for taking the time to review!

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 26, 2007 Title: Chapter 2: Chapter 2

First of all, woo flippin hoo for Fancy New Beesley. I'm so glad that she's still feeling honest and wants to talk to Jim about... just... some things... (So Pam to say it like that!)

Oh, and the phonecall at the end! I was laughing, and then I was scared. It sounds like Karen might kill Jim before Roy gets the chance...

A Little Courage Goes A Long Way by uncgirl Rated: T [Reviews - 78] 21
Summary: Pam's trying to deal with the aftermath of Cocktails (so spoilers through Cocktails of course).  Hopefully, through all the fear they will find each other.
Categories: Jim and Pam, Present
Characters: Ensemble, Jim, Jim/Pam, Karen, Pam, Roy
Genres: Angst, Romance
Warnings: Adult language, Mild sexual content, Violence/Injury
Series: None
Chapters: 9 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 12314 Read Count: 68949 ePub Downloads: 11
[Report This] Published: February 24, 2007 Updated: March 19, 2007
Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: February 26, 2007 Title: Chapter 3: Dwight K Schrute to the Rescue?

Ohhhh. I love Dwight. So very much. But not as much as I love this fic. Which rocks, by the way. And I am so excited for Jim to finally get a clue! I love your depictions of Roy and Pam.

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 01, 2007 Title: Chapter 4: Jim's Strange Morning

Ooooh. Everyone knows but Jim and Karen. Oh, and Michael. Will we see some Comforting!Jim in the near future? 

Fact: I live for Jim/Dwight interactions. Fact: I cannot wait for your next chapter.



Author's Response:

Ha me too.  Just posted it.  hope you enjoy.

 

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 02, 2007 Title: Chapter 5: Dwight, What is Going On?

Am I still with you? I am SO with you!!!!!!!!!

I can barely type, I'm so excited! Not only did you create hilarious Dwight dialogue

(Um, “if my calculations are correct  - and they are – I assure you - , Pam shouldn’t be experiencing these symptoms for another 13 days.”   "My source, who shall remain nameless" AMAZING)

But you also create a wonderfully conflicted, honest Pam moment and end with an incredibly cliffhanger! I mean, Jim's last line? I'm so in love with that fictional man, it's scary.



Author's Response: Thank you Thank you!   I'm so happy you like it!  By the way, when do I get to see more "Truth and Consequences"?  Hmmmmm?

Reviewer: shan21 Signed
Date: March 06, 2007 Title: Chapter 6: Jim Should Have Kept His Mouth Shut

Oh, your end notes KILL me! One last time, eh? Woo hoo!!! 

So, your use of Creed was fantastic. As was Toby. Just awesome. You have me on pins and needles, as usual. You just plain rock.

(p.s. I've sent my rough draft of ch3 of Truth & Consequences to my betas, so... watch for it :)) 



Author's Response:

Awwww, shucks.  Thanks actually I really needed that this morning.  Is it Friday yet?

I couldn't resist trying to write how the other office mates would react to the fight.  I loved how Kevin had his fists up to Roy in the actual episode, so.... I couldn't resist having him and Toby defend Pam.  And really, I just love Toby, period.  Same for Creed, everytime he's in an episode, I usually laugh until I can't breathe.

 

Can't wait for the next chapter!  I'll be obsessively checking this site for it.  :-)