Random Ranger thoughts on becoming a father again. This is my Babe contribution to the 100 (ish) word challenge. Told from Ranger's POV.

Ranger gives Stephanie some shocking news. An unexpected Merry Man comes to her rescue and helps her get on with her life. HEA. Rating for language and adult situations.

A trifle. A story-of-sorts built from 100-word scenes. Initially a challenge response; I was amused by the thought of the Stephanie we know from the books being forced to say something important in 100 words or less. And it just carried on from there...

Just something that I would like to see Ranger wake up of Stephanie. I want him to see how wonderful she is and that she isn't asking for much from him or anyone in that case. Grandma Mazur is her BFF and when shes gone she wonders what if. Is defiantly a babe story.

How does one escape a negative cycle? By breaking it, of course. Stephanie Plum frees herself from the ruts she often falls prey to by leaving. Slightly AU. Strong Stephanie story.

When Ranger starts feeling the effects of having to stay in control, he tracks down Stephanie to help him regain it. A Ranger POV story.

Stephanie's life isn't what she thought it would be. It's time to make a decision, for better or for worse. (Eventual Babe HEA/ Slow Burn) A strong Stephanie/ leaving Trenton fic. OOC/ Badass dark Steph.

AU story: Stephanie's taken at a young age by a Venezuelan weapons dealer looking for revenge. Years later Stephanie is discovered by Ranger who is on a mission to take the Venezuelan down. Will he be able to save her and bring her home where she belongs? Babe HEA story.

Stephanie finds herself with another threat. Is Joe in or out of the picture? What about Ranger? Will Stephanie and Ranger get their act together? Some fluff and eventual BABE HEA. There are definitely tissue moments. There is joy and sadness. And Stephanie really has to grow up. My first story ever. Please note the early chapters were self edited. Not to thrilled with it.

BABE AU from One for the Money 2012 -Steph takes Ranger's shower curtain advice seriously, impressing him and leaving things open for their psuedofriendship to become something much more fun;Rated for language, a little bit of action towards the end, and lots of spice;4th in my 2012 SSS Project;NOW COMPLETE!

It's Christmas and Steph is left behind in Trenton while Ranger is in the wind. She takes it very hard and misses him terribly. Incited by Tank Steph writes Ranger a letter telling him how much she really loves him in the hope of finally getting her someday. All the while Ranger is in mortal danger and it causes him to take stock of his life. This is a Babe story with a HEA.

An acrostic story with Ranger and Stephanie becoming an established relationship. JE owns the characters and I'm just having fun with this format.

When the time is right, one kiss really can change everything.

These are four progressive Babe short stories that sort of suggest a question while providing their own answers.

When Stephanie's niece needs backup, Valerie puts a call in to Rangeman for reinforcements.

Stephanie is a medic in the ARMY. When she is discharged what does she do with her life, and who does she run into that she has "Stitched" up in the past? A strong Stephanie story, not nice to Mrs. Plum or Morelli. Filled with Rangeman, though their stories maybe a little twisted around. TART! Rated M to be sure!

Stephanie flees Trenton to start a new life but first she has to find herself and repair her health.

Penelope is saddened by the prospect of spending another Christmas alone. A surprise visitor shows up, and she discovers what her Mom meant about being loved.

Stephanie attempts to bring Christmas to Trenton's underprivileged children and mend a fractured family.

Soulmate AU Crossover! Various soulmates Steph would have if her world crossed the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Because you just know she'd wind up with one or some of them. Series of predominantly unrelated one-shots! Rated T for possibly not the cleanest language. DISCLAIMER: I own no characters or anything you recognize from either fandom.

Ranger reminds Stephanie that a bad day doesn't equal a bad life.

Things always seem to get worse when you are down. Stephanie is having a no good, downright horrible day. Babe HEA

Cupcake breakup and Babe?

What happens when Penelope tells Santa what she wants for Christmas?, will she finally get the one thing she's always wanted or will she spend the holidays alone?

is today. How will Steph celebrate? Silly little bit of fluff to try and jump start the muse.

Ranger reevaluates his life choices and arrives at the only logical conclusion.

A series of one-shots that chronicle the relationship of Hector and Zip from "A Glimpse In Time".

Stephanie has to quickly decide how she feels about marriage when she hears about something she'd never expected.

Stephanie learns that sometimes a sleepless night can actually lead to a very promising morning.

"Who else could emanate light, even as she was bathed in the blood of a battle? Who else could incite fire in the soul of a man who once thought his soul lost forever? Who else could wear bruises like the armor of the Goddess of War?" Established BABE! Sequel to Hell Hath No Fury, but can be read as a standalone. BAMF Stephanie!

A mysterious man. The edge of a cliff. Running away. Protecting the people you need to protect. Trying to stop the past from it's threat to consume you. Stephanie Plum is a bounty hunter, and leads a happy life. What happens when this life threatens to come crashing down? What happens when the past she tried to run from comes back to haunt her? Slight AU! Scrog didn't happen! Babe

JE has been giving us little tidbits of information that all is not well between Joe and Steph. She's also ramped up the things that Ranger has been saying that might make it look like he wants something more. This is my take on what will happen next book. As always a Babe HEA.

Stephanie's Heritage

Just another perfect day in paradise... or is it? How will Steph and co. survive this one?

Stephanie finds out about Joe's Dirty Laundry and decides to hang him out to dry. And in the process discovers that she was Wonder Woman all along, and Wonder Woman doesn't necessarily need a man.

Stephanie decides today is the day and goes after Ranger with one clear objective in mind.

Sequel to Something's Burning. After finding herself homeless, Stephanie moves into Rangeman living with Ella and Luis on level 6 with some exciting times.

Ranger finally admits that he's lost himself and that he can't find anything, including what he wants. Stephanie. He has one shot, one opportunity to make everything right. But will he lose everything to do so? Stephanie's POV, M for reasons. Lem, Lang.

The morning after a night spent celebrating, Stephanie wakes up with more than just a hangover.

Helen Plum finds herself having to face two things she never saw coming ... the loss of her family and the loss of her life. As always ... a Babe story. Warnings for two character deaths ... sorta.

One night, Stephanie Plum went missing with no trace. How will Ranger and the men handle her disappearance? What about Trenton and the many people who know and love her? I am and will always be a Babe. I'm sorry to the Cupcakes and Helen fans.

What if she had enough? Would he go? BABE. Complete.

After hearing that Stephanie had a less than ideal day, Ranger aims to not only improve her night, but also their future.

The grapevine of the Burg has helped out Stephanie more times than she cares to admit, but now it's turned a rather ugly head and bared its teeth. She is used to being the brunt of gossip and rumors but this time something is really wrong and this time it dragged Ranger and the Merry Men into it. Rated for language and serious situations.

Language alert! Stephanie has had it with Morelli and says her piece. This is in response to Babe and Plum Family Challenge. Not sure it meets the requirements but I tried.

A series of NOT Helen friendly one shots.

A/U a small glimpse of a Family Day for the Bat Family. This is just a one-shot and not tied to any of my other stories.

When Stephanie wakes in the hospital, she doesn't know who she is or how she got there. Will she be able to remember who hurt her before they try again? Will Ranger's struggle with protecting Stephanie lead him to pull away from her when she needs him the most? Rated M for later chapters. Babe story but no Cupcakes are hurt. *COMPLETE*

Lester is attending a wedding of an old friend. The catch, he has to wear a kilt. YouTube has stuck again. No pairings, simply a Lester story. Rated for language and suggestive nature.

Ranger and Steph finally get on the same page of course its BABE

A definite Babe story told from Joe's perspective.

A secret admirer writes a love letter for Valentine's Day, but the letter seems to have a mind of it's own and alters the course of everyone's lives. Rated teen for some light swearing.

Originally started a bit of fluff, this story has become a whole lot more. It has racial issues, suspense, humor and romance. bigotry is ugly and painful. Since this is a Babe story there will be a R/S HEA, Morelli might get bruised along the way.

Okay, this one came in response to a troll who seems to be lurking. Please note, that I really don't see Derek not standing up for Penelope, and just letting someone talk crap about her.

This is an update to Parts 1-10 Stephanie is recovering from abuse at Joe's hands Ranger is her support and psychologist.

Answer to a challenge. A bit of misdirection and mystery. What happened after the Babe HEA and someone threatens what he holds dear? Who's behind it?

Every time Stephanie thought she was on the edge of breaking, Ranger has always been there for her, even when she didn't know she needed him. Now, the tables are turned. It's a Babe.

A response to the three paragraph challenge on "Babe and Plum Family Challenges' on Facebook. Mine is a little more.

After the HYDRA battle in DC Steve is having trouble finding his oldest and dearest friend Bucky Barnes. He turns to another old friend for help, Ranger Manoso. Steph/Steve(Cap) pairing. :-)

A letter is delivered to the Plum household. But who reads it? What are the consequences? In response to a Challenge. Babe HEA implied.

Steph just wanted to have a fun night out at a club, but when she offered to help an undercover superhero, she set her life on a path she never could have imagined it would take. Rated: M for language and eventual smut.

Veterinarian Dr. Stephanie Plum needs help solving the mystery of a military dog found wandering without its owner. Who else can help her, but the one and only man in black. Short, but fun AU story. Always a Babe!

Stephanie accidentally becomes involved in a mystery surrounding one of Ranger's friends. Afraid that her someday with Ranger is at stake, she will do anything to find the answers they all need. Established relationships. OC. Babe HEA.

Prompt from Facebook - fluff for the day. Warning/Rating for language. Hoping to see what others can do with prompt after Amanda and myself. It's a Babe!

In his own way, Ranger gets into the spirit of the holiday by finding a unique way to truly frighten Stephanie on Halloween. Told from Ranger's POV.

Stephanie wakes to find Ranger in her bedroom with a clear objective on his mind.

is today. Will it be a Cupcake Proposal & HEA? Warnings for some course language, they are guys after all.

On the verge of World War III, Stephanie Plum decides to join the Army Nurse Corps to help the cause. She never imagined that she would be saving an elite Captain in the Army Rangers. Will war bring them together or tear them apart? Will a war stop Steph from destiny? Will an alternate beginning stop her from becoming a bounty hunter or make her even better at it?

Alone on her birthday, Stephanie has hopes of baking some dessert as a present to herself. While it doesn't quite go to plan, Ranger comes in and saves the day once again. Random Fluff. Babe. Babe HEA.

Set after Twelve Sharp, what I wish would have happened. Babe HEA

A one-shot with Stephanie and Ranger having an unusual conversation just as he has returned home from a mission. Can the appearance of what he's always wanted being enough to get Ranger to act on it and claim the woman he most admires?

This is a Babe story, not Morelli or Helen friendly, warnings for content, language, violence and adult subject.

My thoughts on the nuances of Ranger. Just a short insight.

While out on a mission, Sam gets sent after an unidentified flying object, only to discover his soulmate in need of saving.

After Stephanie's wedding date cancels, Ranger steps in and gives her more than just a date for the evening. Told from Ranger's POV.

Stephanie pays her respects. As always, a Babe story. Have faith. One-shot for now.

When Sam, Steve, and Bucky need a safe place to stay while they figure out what to do with HYDRA on their tail, they get help from Steve's trusted acquaintance, Ranger Manoso. Of course, staying in Rangeman pretty much guarantees that Sam will meet Steph at some point. Too bad for him he's listening to music when he finally does.

An unknown group of civilians is helping the Avengers on a mission, and Sam has to help one of them out of a tight spot.

Stephanie unexpectedly ends up with Ranger in the wind. Babe HEA

Desperate times lead to desperate measures and Tank is willing to do whatever it takes, even involve Stephanie, in order to help Ranger.

This started out as a One-shot, but Ms. Claudette encouraged me to continue it. It's an AU. Stephanie is "in the zone." She is working out in the hotel gym, when she meets a very confident stranger. Rating M, because that's the way I like 'em. Enjoy!

There's a big announcement coming and it's the talk of the Burg, if only they could figure out what it was. Always a babe.

A/U this is an example on how a moment of self pity can change their lives.

Steph's out to prove other's own property in Denial. Not her, NOT anymore. Come join in and read along as she rights the wrong being done to a dear friend of hers. Babe HEA already. In answer to Lynda's challenge on Babe and Plum Family Challenge Board on Facebook.

Steph has the life her mother wanted her to have, but for how long? Starts out a Cupcake but will not stay that way. Let me know what you think. BABE HEA.

What do you do when life as you know it is broken beyond repair? This story has some dark moments and angst, but my muse has decided it will definitely be a Babe HEA.

After blowing up another car Stephanie comes to the realization that she is tired. This is just a quick one shot turned two shot. Joe semi unfriendly. Rating to be safe.

The 100-word challenge.

Little Alex Manoso learns all about the family he's never met through photo albums and bedtime stories shared by his parents, Stephanie and Ranger. Surprisingly enough Edna and Harry Mazur play a central role in this A/U BABE story. Posting will be once a week.

Continuation of my Steph/Clint soulmate AU short by the same name found in Plum Soulmates. While helping Ranger out by planting bugs, Steph feel the surprisingly non-ominous presence of someone watching her- her Avenger soulmate. Definitely rated M for smut and poor language. Disclaimer: I still don't own anything in Janet Evanovich's world or any of the many Marvel universes.

When an apprehension doesn't go as smoothly as she would've liked, Stephanie cancels her plans, not realizing that Ranger would quickly make some of his own.

Stephanie Manoso pays her favorite Stoner Pal a visit on two holidays, Pineapple Upside Down Cake Day, and National Marijuana Day. Wonder what Ranger and Tank find? BABE.

Stephanie has just lost the BMW (after the Porsche Boxter was bombed and pancaked) and is about to face Ranger with the news and reveal the evidence.

What happens and how will Stephanie's life change when she gets brought in to help locate missing members of The Avengers team? This is a Steph/Steve story, and no Cupcakes or Babes will be hurt! Will feature a side of Darcy/Bucky.

When Ranger goes out of town, he promises to keep the lines of communication open with Stephanie until he can return to her.

A MM/Manda pairing. Lots of Babe. Will write more on this one too!

when Diesel shows Ranger the future. The first chapter starts with canon and then goes AU or AR if you prefer. Morelli doesn't get the girl so Cupcakes beware. What will Ranger do with the information he receives?

For her own good, Ranger once again pulls away from Stephanie only to realize that's the last thing he wants to do. Told from Ranger's POV.

In the heat of a moment, Ranger says something that he fully intends to make happen ... eventually. Told from Ranger's POV.

The BAU and Rangeman join forces once again when one of their own is kidnapped. S/R and M/G HEA's. We had such fun last time that we thought we would do it again. :-)

Ranger starts to regret how he's handled Stephanie, and after hearing about a possible engagement scheme, he decides to quickly correct his past behavior. A Ranger POV story.

Stephanie agrees to babysit her nieces and discovers a bright side to it after all. As always, this is a Babe story.

Part two of Steph's Decision

Silly piece of fluff, hopefully a monthly series set during an unusual holiday. January 6 is Cuddle Up Day according to one site. Let's see what transpires between our favorite couple.

Steph works the Suicide Hotline and Tank is a frequent caller. To what length will she go to save him and who will she meet in the process. This is a one Shot. slightly AU, its a Babe, cupcakes do not exist

This started out as a one shot but has turned into a series of shorts taking place after my first fanfic "The Distraction". Chapters One and Two are "Julian's First Day of Kindergarten" and "Sophie Learns to Fly". Chapter Three is a new story.

Meaningful and meaningless quests and coincidences. Silly adventures. Poor decisions. Cupcakes may be harmed or even maimed. A Happy New Year story with a Babe HEA. Yes, that's right. A Babe HEA. Theme Song: Wrapped Around Your Finger by The Police.

Steph is left alone to deal with the fall-out of a disastrous deployment. AU, M for language.

When Ranger goes after a skip, Stephanie tags along and learns something besides how to capture a fugitive. Told from Ranger's POV.

It seems a certain man in black needs a little help, and he finds it with some help from his friends. Always a Babe!

A tragedy at the Boston branch of Rangeman sends Ranger to take over command of the office but the second he leaves Trenton he begins to question his decision. (A Babe Christmas story if you squint)

When it looks like Christmas isn't going to happen for Stephanie again, Ranger takes the holiday into his own hands and allows them both to finally enjoy one. A Ranger POV story.

It's important to know the victim's side of the story because no matter how strong people think you are, there's always something there to fear. I wanted to write this after an idea from a previous story gave me the motivation to do so. CONTAINS violence and strong language.

First of what could develop into a series of one shots from the perspective of different characters - mostly about the relationship between Steph and Ranger at different times - although the subject could deviate! Rated M for safety - but most won't be. A Cupcake friendly Babe!

What happens when the Star Spangled Man With A Plan crosses paths with Trenton's own Bombshell Bounty Hunter? The typical Stephanie Plum chaos ensues, of course, this time blown up (pun intended) even more by the Avenger's involvement! Rated M for language and probable smut. Stephanie/Steve pairing. Babe friendly. Cupcakes... in the indifferent to mildly unfriendly range.

The cameras capture the smiles meant for them, but when they're off the truth about relationships becomes clear. Stephanie Orr knows all about smiling at the right times but when her husbands enemies target her and her young son, the smiles fade as she does everything she can to protect her child. AU/AR Babe story! No beta so please excuse my mistakes! Enjoy!

Set after 'Top Secret Twenty-One' Things have changed drastically for Stephanie. She's done with Joe, she's lost her job and she hasn't seen Ranger since her trip to Atlantic City. Written with Three Days Grace references. Rated for language and sensitive subject matter.

While in the process of teaching Stephanie a few takedown moves, Ranger finally slips through the last of her defenses against him. A Ranger POV story.

Stephanie seeks refuge and a little peace and quiet inside the Rangeman building, and learns a few things about herself and Ranger while coming to grips with the similarities between the two people she'd been escaping.

Response to the challenge sent out from MomofPhoenix. Stephanie has discovered a few things during the latest timeout with Joe. Established characters. Babe HEA.

This story takes place after book 15. Stephanie Plum accepts a full-time position at RangeMan. Her life is turned upside down with the sudden death of one of her best friends who appoints her as guardian of her 5 year old daughter, Krista. Stephanie must navigate single parenthood, a threat to a lucrative RangeMan account, and her complicated love life. Eventual Babe HEA.

This story was inspired by 'The Stakeout Revelation.' It's about what might have happened if Stephanie met Ranger when they were both in college. In this reality, Stephanie is 2 years younger than Ranger but she graduated high-school a year early. How would the course of their lives differ and how would they differ as a result?

Sometimes, it doesn't take a lot to change your life. Sometimes, all it takes is just four little words uttered by the right person to turn your life around and give you everything you've always wanted but never thought you could have. Babe! Now complete!

This year, Stephanie gets more than she ever imagined for her birthday. Slightly AU, a little strange, but always a Babe. Happy Halloween, y'all

Stephanie's life has finally caught up with her and it seems there is only one person she feels safe with. The problem is to help her with her mental illness he'll have to face his own troubled past. Can they open up enough to face life together? Babe HEA

A little story about Stephanie and Ranger finding their way to each other. Dedicated to Margaret Aka Whymelucylu. We miss you!

Now a Two-Shot! Songfic. Angels Fall's Drunk Enough. RPOV. My take on the song. Added Stephs POV and another Ranger!

Stephanie ends her relationship with Joe for good, what is Ranger's reaction? This is a response to a challenge thrown out by Margret.

Have you ever considered that everything you thought you knew about the Plum characters could be bogus? Well, in my world it is possible. AU, or is it? It's a Babe, more or less. Just a one-shot to let everyone know the real story.

During a late summer heat wave, Stephanie gets an invite to spend a week in air-conditioned bliss at one of the Rangeman safe houses but she soon discovers there may have been more to the seemingly innocent invitation. Babe HEA.

This is a one-shot in honor of Stephanie's birthday on October 12, and in answer to a challenge made by MomofPhoenix. Babe HEA.

Stephanie walks away from what had become a pretense only relationship with Joe and straight into something new with Ranger.

When Stephanie reveals that she's no longer with Joe, and the reason behind it, Ranger is right there to remind Steph why in some cases not all men are created equal.

It seems like all the women in a certain cop's life are in need of some help lately. What happens when someone close to Joe is in trouble and he can't be there for her? Completely OC, Not a Tart... Steph belongs with Ranger...

In memorial of Colonel Meow. A tale of two unlikely friends. Babe HEA. And the Bat Baby is here. Theme Song: Livin' La Vida Loca by Donkey and Puss in Boots from Shrek 2.

Stephanie loses another car but gains something far more valuable ... a new life with Ranger.

Joe wakes up to the truth after Steph chooses Ranger. He doesn't like what he hears. But will he finally accept it?

This is story SIX (6) in the iPod Series, comes after Eight Easy Steps... Sorry for the long wait in between... I swear this is a BABE even though it doesn't seem like it, just hang on and it will pay off... Enjoy and please leave a review or message... Thanks Bunches GUYS!

A series of One-shots centered around a 4th of July theme... Light and fluffy goodness. All thanks to Margaret, who got it started! Always a babe, no cupcakes are harmed (yet).

My first ever Plum fic. Joe and Steph break up, due to Ranger. Steph knows it's for the best, but is still distraught. Ranger shows up at her apartment, and finally tries to make things right. Not the best summary, but give it a chance. No set timeline. Rated for smut.

With a whisper of silk and a slide of stockings, it's off to the Hilton for a little distraction. Set to "If I Can't Have You" by Etta James & Harvey Fuqua. An answer to a challenge by MomofPhoenix. ;-) No bad language, no smut. Sort of unusual for me. Second chapter added for a challenge issued by Av981638...

A short story about Ranger and his reputation...

Ranger reflects on what he could have lost in an instant ... his Babe. Told from Ranger's POV.

Based on Katy Perry's Roar. Steph lets it all out. Story better than the summary.

One-shot. Stephanie finally decides to tell Ranger how she feels and will need her big girl panties to do so. What will Ranger say...I hope he doesn't ship her to a third world country!

It's Christmas Eve at the Plums. Helen has not heard from Steph in many days but made the assumption that she would show up for the annual Christmas Eve dinner. She also invited Joe Morelli. Hmmm, another recipe for disaster? A Babe HEA, from Margaret and myself—well mostly Margaret :).

Stephanie spends the night with Ranger, but is one night all it is or is there a chance for more? This is the first in a five part story series that chronicles Stephanie and Ranger's growing relationship.

This is story two in a five part series that began with Come Someday. Stephanie helps Ranger out on a distraction job for Rangeman. This is an established Ranger/Stephanie relationship story.

Ranger breaks into Stephanie's apartment and contemplates his relationship with her as she sleeps.

Set after Hard Eight - Steph is left devastated after Ranger sends her back to Morelli. What if she didn't go back?

Someone hurts Stephanie. Not a good idea.

Stephanie has a problem that even Ranger might not be able to help her with. Babe story, not Cupcake friendly. Warning: High angst and touchy subject matter. STORY COMPLETE.