The Origin Story

I think it's time to talk about where slash fiction came from, as a genre.  You may think that gay porn on the internet always was and always shall be, but everything came from somewhere.

To boldly go, my friends.  To boldly go.

In fact the whole terminology of the genre came from Kirk and Spock (Kirk/Spock to imply a romantic pairing, as opposed to Kirk & Spock).  I would argue that in the case of Kirk/Spock, there is such a preponderance of evidence that this is not a theoretical pairing, but one intended by the writers.  And by 'would' argue, I mean I will definitely argue with you about this.  At length.  With references.


I believe in Kirk/Spock like some people believe in God.

Like small children believe in Santa.

So epic is their love, and is my love for their story, I'm about to recommend an INSANELY long story to you. This is more than a novel.  It would be two reasonably sized novels.  This story is an investment, a commitment.

But it is worth it, all the way.  I have read this story, in its entirety, at least 3 times-- that is how much I loved it.  It is a story that I can say legitimately changed me, with moments of such strength that they still cross my mind.

The first time they kiss.  That shining moment on the bridge, in the impossible 3rd space of the City on the Edge of Forever.  They became real to me, like something that I lived.  A beautiful place that I went to, and can never see again outside of my mind.

I can't recommend this story to you enough.  If you have the time to believe, the link is below:

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