The beginning of a new life turns tragic when newlywed Ruby Smith suddenly finds herself alone in the wild frontier. With nowhere else to turn and winter rapidly approaching, she reluctantly accepts an offer from a kindly stranger, Archibald Hopper, for a place to stay until spring. (Based on the book "Love Comes Softly" by Janette Oke and the movie adaptation.)

[Wolf 359] The Hephaestus crew deals with the immediate aftermath of humanity's first contact. Just, you know, don't say the "a"-word.

Archie returns home late from work after a storm has cut the power to all of Storybrooke to find Ruby and their daughter busy with a building project. One-shot; Future Red Cricket Family AU.

Archie and Ruby were friends in Storybrooke, and Red and Jiminy were friends in the Enchanted Forest, but what happens when the curse is broken and these identities collide? As they help each other deal with new troubles in Storybrooke, the two discover they have more in common than they thought. Takes place during season 2 and mostly fits into canon events. RedCricket.

AU where Ruby and Archie have joined the others in Camelot. Newlyweds Mr. and Mrs. Hopper try to enjoy themselves at their first royal ball despite the worries that hang over them. Fits into canon, takes place during episode 5.02 "The Price".

AU. Ruby Lucas is facing deportation from the life she knows in New York City, risking losing her friends and her family unless she takes action. Luckily her friends know just what to do. Marrying a stranger was never something Archie Hopper had planned for to happen. Just as he hadn't planned to fall for his wife. Red Cricket, mentions of Snowing, Rumbelle, Gremma and Mad Whale.

After Horizon, Joker's had enough of the sulking on board, so he decides to do something about it. It's just too bad for Cerberus that "doing something" means dumping Shepard and Kaidan alone on a dangerous planet to hash out their problems, a planet that one member of the crew is already intimately familiar with. Rated M, mostly for later situations and a whole lot of profanity.

Henry writes a Star Trek fan fiction story, and asks Archie to read it. This leads to Archie discovering Red Cricket fan fiction. What happens when Ruby walks in on him reading it?

Edwin Jarvis does not recall waking up. One moment, he was in the lab with Mr. Stark and Ms. Carter and one of Howard's groundbreaking inventions. The next, nothing. No sight, no sound, and - he wasn't breathing. Oh dear... [Ghost in the Machine AU.] (Explanation inside.)

Future!Storybrooke. Red and Jiminy's children return home for Christmas, each with a lot on their minds. Flynn is tired of travelling, Rufus has big news to share, Merida has a decision to make and Clare wishes someone would notice she's not a baby anymore. This Christmas their lives will change forever.

Red has a rather…delicate problem and knows of only one man in Storybrooke who can help. Jiminy thought there was nothing he wouldn't do for his friends but will he be able to help this friend in her need? Mentions of Rumbelle and Snowing. Rated for naughtiness.

For Reed and Hoshi, this is their Roswell, and they are the aliens. Rating for character violence and torture.

A different look at the Warners. This fic will follow the siblings from their beginnings, through Animaniacs and beyond.

The curse was cast and everyone was sent back to where they belong. But how does one cope when home is no longer...home. When you are a stranger in a place you once knew. Takes place during that missing year, told from the perspective of the only person who had to face it alone.

Ruby Lucas had been looking forward to a night on the town but fate apparently had other plans as she finds herself locked in the Diner storeroom with the town psychiatrist. Truths are revealed and dares get out of hand when a game for two is started. Rated for naughtiness.One-Shot.

Bonding over a mutual love of dogs, Archie and Ruby embark on a newfound friendship…or is it something more? RedCricket, as close to canon as I can make it.

Ruby Lucas is not a fan of Christmas, until an encounter under the mistletoe with a certain Archie Hopper changes her mind. Rated for naughtiness. Red Cricket one-shot.

On Tumblr I asked for Red Cricket prompts and this was the result. A mix of drabbles and longer one-shots, courtesy of mostly DJRocca87 and ACoupletShort's imaginations. :)

Red and Jiminy celebrate their first Christmas together with presents, buns, trees, lights and a sleepy dog and Ruby experiences a moment of absolute perfection. Fluffy Red Cricket one-shot.

Just a bunch of Ruby/Archie stories because Red Cricket deserves some love. Mostly one-shots.

Archie tries to talk some sense into Ruby but the wolf has other ideas.

Archie has feelings for Red that he knows he shouldn't. There's a significant age gap, they have nearly nothing in common, and a psychologist shouldn't date his patients. But despite their differences, their inner demons may be the one thing that brings them together. Written during season 2.

Dr. Archibald Hopper is still reeling from the incident in the mines and he only wishes to see himself as Henry sees him. A tiny bit of magic seems to be leaking into Storybrooke. Meanwhile, in the Enchanted Forest, Jiminy Cricket has many trials ahead on his journey to find Geppetto. In either case, it's not easy being green. Set a few days after That Still Small Voice.

An evil has come to the quiet town of Storybrooke. Detective Ruby Lucas, trying to make up for sins of her youth, teams up with the quiet Doctor Archibald Hopper to capture the most brutal killer in Storybrooke history. RedCricket, Rumbelle and some Graham/Emma as well

Hermione overhears something she shouldn't concerning Professor Snape and decides that maybe the House-elves aren't the only ones in need of protection.

Random, and not so random, collection of Red/Cricket one shots. Everything, from fluff to angst, that has to do with our wolf and cricket conscience.

As Ruby she always felt lost, as Red was just trying to find her missing piece. She never knew that she would find what she was looking for in the presence of the town conscience. RedCricket with a bit of Rumbelle and a dash of possible CaptainSwan

"Regina draws my attention to Belle's hands—which are glowing. 'My gods, he's given her his magic.'" With help from Ruby and a reluctant Regina, and major sacrifices from Rumple, Archie tries to restore Belle's memory. This is a dark story, but its heart belongs to Rumbelle (with a little Red Cricket). Continuation of "How the Light Gets In." Rated M for language and violence.

Ruby is guilt-ridden and Archie makes her feel better, discovering something in the process.

Can Ms. Lucas teach single dad Mr. Hopper that there's more to being a father than just parenting? A father-son Archie/Marco AU told through a series of conversations. RedXCricket with a side of Snowing, Rumbelle, mild MadSwan, Abigail/Frederick, and Leroy/Astrid.

Ruby has trouble remembering the last twenty-eight years living in Storybrooke, but she does remember that she and Archie dated more than once. RubyArchie

Ruby manages to get Archie to dance with her. Set during "Dreamy," at the Miner's Day festival. RedXCricket friendship fic with a touch of romance.

Doubts plague everyone, even living consciences. But Ruby-Red soon sets these feelings to right. "I just feel like you're the right man for the job. Always have." Red Cricket, lost scene after "We Are Both." K for mentions of FTL events.

No matter who they've been, or even whom they'll end up as, being in each others' presence has always been a breath of fresh air. Collection of Drabbles. Fluffy RedXCricket in content. Some Red and Granny interaction overall. :)

A vaguely crossover universe. Doctor Archibald Hopper isn't sure how to react when he finds a stowaway on board the U.S.S Storybrooke, particularly one tied to his past. Hilariously AU RedXCricket one-shot.

The onset of higher education can have its own set of pitfalls. A short, humorous RedXCricket AU one-shot.

Dr. Hopper is kidnapped to help with an experiment that he's partially responsible for. But the prisoner is more than a test subject, and he's going to need her help if they both want to get out of there alive. An AU one-shot. RedXCricket.

He's been waiting for the perfect opportunity, so when it arrives, he'd be an idiot to let is pass. Oneshot! Fluff.

Moving to the big city is not all that it's cracked up to be. But every time she thinks about returning to Storybrooke broken memories stop her. So someone from her past comes to help her home. An AU RedXCricket fanfic, set after "Child of the Moon." A "what if a different choice had been made" kind of story.

Inspired by "We Are Both". Archie Hopper wants to be brave enough to stay. Shades of Red/Cricket.

The Chinese believe that crickets were bringers of good luck. Regina was beginning to think that they were on to something.

When Archie inherits a cold from a certain young patient of his, Granny sends Ruby off with a basket of heartening food for the good doctor. RubyXArchie.

There was a line in one of her many psych evals about an impressive ability to compartmentalize. She supposed the psychologist hadn't been talking about her ability to dress an amputation in the field in under thirty seconds. Mass Effect 2

A series of RedXCricket one-shots. Chapter 1: When an Elemental Mage of Air finds a near-starved urchin on the street, he thinks of her as nothing more than another patient. Until the young woman shows signs of magic. AU because OUAT is a living AU. XD RubyXArchie.

Ruby finally breaks down and asks her grandmother for advice regarding a certain foreign member of the opposite gender. Ruby/Granny conversation, various POVs. RedXCricket.

The migraines got worse after Mars but he always tried to fight them. Fluff. Headcanon. Shenko. Moved over from blog. Part 2 can be found here: shenkolove dot tumblr dot com/post/23653152332/stubbon-part-2-kinda-shenko-smut-ficlet

It's the first full moon since the curse break. It's not at all what Red expects. Archie/Red

Part 1 of the 'No Strings Attached' saga. Shepard and Alenko meet each other on Trident while on shore leave. After a chance encounter leaves them instantly attracted to each other, they abandon all caution. No names, no dates, no strings attached. But once it's over, is it really over? Shenko. Pure fluff, no plot. You've been warned.

A collection of unconnected Red Cricket drabbles. Prompts accepted.

Pongo was always willing to look out for his human, helping the hapless Psychiatrist find what he needs. RubyXArchie/RedXCricket.

Red feels uneasy in the environment she's been thrown into. Until an unexpected friend appears from out of the woodwork. Light RedXJiminy.

When Rumpelstiltskin summons the storm, more than just magic is unleashed. Torn from her grandmother's side, Red/Ruby is launched into the arms of another's comfort as her mind plays out all her sins. Ruby/Archie K For mention of death. One-shot.

After discovering a stray Dalmatian on the streets of Storybrooke, Archie Hopper had never intended on keeping it. But sometimes, friends are found in the most unexpected places.

Whatever peace Shran has come to know is attributable entirely to Jhamel.

Archie just wanted to go home and rest, but Ruby knew he shouldn't be alone, not after what happened in the mine, so of course he surrendered... COMPLETE

When each of the three men screams, all Sherlock can do is listen. Warning: Violent content.

Five things Lestrade can do that Sherlock can't and the one thing they both can't do. De-anon from kinkmeme.

The Hirogen's three-week Hunt damaged everyone aboard Voyager in different ways, some more visible than others.

Rimmer and Lister are paired together on a CANARY mission. However, the bickering soon has to stop when their lives are put in danger... COMPLETE

Libby O'Connell hasn't heard from her brother in years. The word mummy meant nothing to her. But when a tiny gold scorpion is revealed to have much greater value, she is thrust back into her family's life, and the life of a man she once hated. Jon/OC

Things don’t go exactly as planned when Shawn helps Lassiter out on a case. Mayhem, head trauma, unabashedly h/c .

The night following the end of DMC holds little rest for Barbossa.

At least one Jones knew about Mutt... a year after the end of WWII, Marion is busy adjusting to her new life without a husband, and trying to bring up a very noisy eight year old all on her own, when she bumps into a familiar face..

A prequel to the oneshot 'The Graveyard'. Valjean pays his respects and muses on Javert's death and the past.

Movieverse 2007 An accident leaves both the Autobots and their companions in a dangerous predicament. The threat of Decepticon reinforcement looms on the horizon, leaving both victims and veterans scrambling for a solution in time. Rating changed.

SS/HG. Post-Deathly Hallows. Severus Snape survives, only to find himself entangled in an enchantment he never expected. COMPLETE.

Hawkeye writes a New Year letter home. Oneshot

SillyFic. What would Les Mis sound like in telegram form? Hugo knows, and now so does his editor. A New Year present.

With most of her loved ones having crossed to the next world, Elizabeth is left with but one person to pass the lonely years. Massive spoilers for AWE.

At the beginning of her 7th year, Hermione has an accident with her Time-Turner. Without intending to, she affects the future in several ways...

There's a lonely grave under a tree, and someone's visiting it. Light and fluffy.

Oh Death, where is your sting? Oh Hades, where is your victory?

[Hot Fuzz] What if Nicholas hadn't survived the robed assult? Danny realises that movies can't cure everything, and is forced to start thinking.

[completed] The purpose of this fic is to make readers feel better about Professor Zei's suicidal!decision to stay behind in the library with a murderous all knowing Spirit Being.

A look at House's childhood through a series of vignettes from his parents' perspectives.

House is attacked by a clinic patient. Major House angst and lots of HurtComfort but no ships, just HouseWilson and HouseCuddy friendship. Chapter 11 now up at last!

[Ultraviolet]What Vaughan Rice does now is remembers. He remembered what it was like before the cancer, and before Pearse was in this small white gray room, but Jesus, somehow Vaughan can’t believe that it was ever real at all. How could it have been?

When parasites feed off the Enterprise, Data makes the ultimate sacrifice to save the entire crew and everyone on the Enterprise. All comments are greatly appreciated. Chapter 5 is up! My story is now complete! :)

Jonathon is forced to spend time with baby Alex

On the inhale there’s a wet rasp and I try to pretend I don’t know it’s trapped blood.

Marty spends his first night at the Brown Mansion. Insomnia's an understatement.

Traitorousness has come to Rivendell and Elrond lies dying. His time is running out and the twins, Estel, and Legolas must scramble to find an antidote, but things are never as easy as they seem and their search soon becomes a fight for their own survival

The last thing Rachel wanted to become was a tooperfect MarySue. But when she dies and gets transported to MiddleEarth with her friend, she finds she has little choice in the matter. Rating for language and being a MarySue with an attitude.

When a change comes over his Duke, Otis begins to wonder why.

A Master and Commander fic (movie version only). Jack has to face some serious thoughts when Stephen is shot.

Hermione wandered the halls and ends up in someone's bed! But not like that! He finds out and now there's a mystery game...Chp 4 up.

[After TMR.] During a rainstorm, Alex thinks on his parents' relationship, a fear of lightning, and his friendship with Jonathan. Relatively all right quality; mild Rick/Evie. Yay? [Finished.]

A dwarf, a cave and a claustrophobic elf. Wherein Gimli and Legolas venture into the Crystal Caves of Aglarond at war's end and Legolas is lost for words. MITHRIL AWARD Winner!

Post Nemesis. A Data story.

Every year, Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King, receives a mysterious guest who hints at a past that brushes on the edge of the monarch's memory. A follow up to "I Am The Pumpkin King."

Some things you learn and forget, some things you learn and remember, and some things you remember - even when you forget...

I've always wondered what Jack was like before he became undead. So, here's a story about his rise, or descent, whichever way you look at it, to Pumpkin King. Recently edited. Hope everyone's had fun! R&R!

It is three years after Admiral Janeway's unsuccessful attempt to get Voyager home. Will her past be Seven's future?

A Paris street rat is deeply touched by her encounter with Inspector Javert.

England's most heroic layabout recalls his early years.