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

Written often under pseudonyms, fanfic can be wildly experimental, playing with storytelling conventions, timelines, identity and unabashed eroticism. —Connie Chang Chris Retsina, New York Times, 3 May 2025

By the 2000s, the popularity of fanfic exploded with widespread internet access. —Connie Chang Chris Retsina, New York Times, 3 May 2025

While Joe’s away, Bronte goes through his stuff and finds his graphic, erotic fanfic about her. —Jessica M. Goldstein, Vulture, 24 Apr. 2025

She’s seen the fanfics, the memes, and the viral edits of her Hacks character Ava and Ava’s hot mommy MILF boss (my words), Deborah Vance. —Ana Osorno, Them., 3 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1968, in the meaning defined above