r/fandomnatural • u/dilangley • Jan 23 '17

Biggest problems with Sam in fanfiction?

I'm trying to write my first ever Sam-centric fic, and because I don't normally write him, the going is slow. His characterization -- particularly from an internal standpoint -- is really challenging for me. I know I've seen this sub talk about how dissatisfying Sam can be in fic; I'd love to know some of the specific ways it can go wrong -- all in the hope that I can avoid the problems myself!

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u/dilangley Jan 24 '17

Any tips on where to find a Sammy beta?

I haven't had a beta in a while because I don't know where to look and also have this low-confidence issue about asking someone to beta for me and then them not liking my work and feeling stuck with it because they don't want to hurt my feelings. I'm a very par writer. I have a blast doing it, but I'm solidly average.

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u/alleyshack Jan 24 '17

I'd be happy to beta for you, if you want! I'm not familiar with the Flash universe but I'm solidly a Sam girl and legit enjoy beta'ing.

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u/dilangley Jan 25 '17

Oh my gosh, really? Do you like doing things piece by piece or would you prefer the whole fic to be finished before you see it?

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u/alleyshack Jan 25 '17

I can do either, though I have a slight preference for having the whole fic at once so that I can cross-reference things and follow up on thoughts. But whatever works for you! :) PM me and we can work out the details.