fanfic

noun

fan·fic ˈfan-ˌfik

plural fanfics

: fan fiction

These stories are an example of a widespread Web phenomenon known as fan fiction, or fanfic, creative writing that uses existing characters.—

Pamela LiCalzi O'Connell

also : an example of fan fiction : a story written by a fan

When it comes to fanfics, no story line is too ridiculous or far-fetched; provided you write your story well, you are sure to receive some positive reviews. —

Nicola Hassapis

Examples of fanfic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Some artists have even written response tracks, from the narrator’s or Jolene’s perspective, essentially making fanfic about these characters. —

Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 Mar. 2024 Buried beneath the fanfic is the perfect version of the Final Fantasy VII experience. —

Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 22 Feb. 2024 There’s no doubt that fanfic—as it’s often called—has a place in our culture. —

USA TODAY, 2 Jan. 2024 For a time, he was seen as something of a guru among certain tech and finance types (former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison loves his 660,000-word Harry Potter fanfic). —

Robert Evans, Rolling Stone, 27 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fanfic

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