“If?” Lexa Asked Teasingly. “Since When Is Anything An If When It Comes To You?” She Inched Her

Day 13 @the-wip-project asked:

If befuddled is a type of character, then yes.

An innocent man is being framed.

❔❓❔

SOCIAL MEDIA "ACTIVISM" IS KEEPING YOU FROM ACTUAL ACTIVISM - HERE'S THE TRUTH

You think you're staying "informed" by doomscrolling through your social feeds 24/7? That's exactly what they want. It's literally designed to keep you angry, scrolling, and - most importantly - doing absolutely fucking nothing.

HERE'S WHAT NO ONE TELLS YOU:

It's OKAY to edit your feeds so you don't see that shit when you're just trying to exist

You do NOT have to consume the world's suffering every second of every day to be a "good activist" - and by the way? You're not even getting "informed" by scrolling. You need to actually look up real articles OFF of social media to understand what's happening

Hitting like and share isn't activism. Sorry. It just isn't.

You wanna actually do something?

Learn your neighbors' names. ACTUALLY TALK TO THEM about what's happening

Join your school board and ask them face-to-face why they're against queer education

Stand up to your racist uncle instead of "keeping the peace" (peace for WHO exactly?)

Find out what abortion rights groups are ALREADY DOING in your area instead of reinventing the wheel

Join an actually inclusive church (you know, like Jesus would've wanted) and see what they're ALREADY DOING to make the world better

And for fuck's sake, stop saying "oh I don't talk about politics" - YOUR SILENCE IS POLITICAL

NEWSFLASH: You don't have to start the fucking underground railroad by yourself. That shit ALREADY EXISTS - you just never had to use it before. Lucky you. So volunteer if you're a safe person, at whatever level works for you:

Send money

Show up in person

Pack supplies

Make pamphlets

Whatever you can do

Not everything's gonna get you in the history books and you know what? IT DOESN'T FUCKING MATTER.

And here's something else that matters: Going to trauma therapy - REAL trauma therapy with a therapist informed in decolonization practices - is a RADICAL ACT. If you have the means to do it, DO IT. Healing yourself is part of the work too.

AND LISTEN UP BECAUSE THIS IS IMPORTANT: IT'S OKAY THAT IT TOOK YOU THIS LONG IT'S OKAY THAT YOU'RE STARTING SMALL IT'S OKAY THAT YOU DON'T KNOW EVERYTHING

NO ONE EVER PUNISHED THEMSELVES INTO SUCCESS.

You grew up with some racist/sexist views? Yeah, most of us did. You can't get stuck there. There's too much at stake. It's time to deconstruct. It's time to do the work.

But scrolling and sharing posts while feeling guilty? That's not the work. That's what they want you to think the work is.

Get off your phone. Talk to your neighbors. Show up at meetings. Stand up to family. THAT'S the work.

Yes yes yes! Thank you!

Recently Updated Works-in-Progress Clexa Fic Recommendations

Howdy Clexakru! For our next installment of Clexa fic recommendations, I am focusing on Recently Updated Works-In-Progress. The majority of these fics have been updated within the past couple months. There are so many great WIP out there, so this is Part 1. I may do another list that focuses on those WIP that have been updated in the past 6-months or so (cause writers have lives too and shouldn’t be overlooked just because they aren’t able to update sooner). Without further ado:

A Crown Seldom Enjoyed by @onemilliongoldstars: Oh hell yes the Game of Thrones crossover you never knew you needed (well that’s a lie, we have all been secretly pining for this fic). This author’s writing style is beautifully romantic but completely realistic. It is soft when necessary but strong when it matters. It is, in one word, enrapturing. I tried to wait till this was complete so I could binge it, but I couldn’t wait. It was totally worth going to bed at 3am to finish it.

Earning it Back, Heart Upon the Southern Ground, and Behind the Stars by @sassymajesty: Guys, I don’t know how to explain to you in words the extent to which I love this author’s writings. The angst, the slow burn, the fluff, the angst, the love, the heartbreak, did I mention the angst? Jesus the last update of EIB was perfection but I am so scared of what lies ahead. When reading these fics I am always reminded of the saying “nothing worth having in this world comes easy”.

For Madi by thelovelypintobean: Fair warning, this is a Bellarke engagement but a Clexa endgame (OK OK STOP YELLING, HEAR ME OUT). Bellamy and Clarke have a kid together, Madi, but Clarke is in love with her best friend, Lexa. Bellamy proposes and Clarke says yes “for Madi” (Hey, that’s the title of the fic!). What I really like so far is that Lexa and Clarke don’t fight their attraction, like in so many fics. They are magnets that can’t help themselves when they are alone. Chapter 2 is a little messy with a bunch of new characters but keep going because it is shaping up to be a good ride.

My Heart is the Hardest to Break by @jazzyjazzin: Lexa tutors Clarke and in return gets tips on how to make a girl fall in love with her (as if anyone wouldn’t just fall in love with Lexa at first sight). Of course, Clarke is oblivious as to where Lexa’s true feelings lie. This has been such a roller coaster of emotions and the payoff has been worth it. I can’t wait to see how this ends.

Except You Love by @theproseofnight: I’m going to need a broom to sweep up my broken heart after reading this one. Clarke and Lexa break up after a once-in-a-lifetime romance due to opposite responses to a tragedy. The emotional breakdown this author creates is captivating. The layered details of the before, during, and after break-up scenes are reminiscent of the style of Lover in Low Light (for those who know their Clexa fic history, you know that is not a compliment to be taken lightly).

Battle Lines 2 by @gorgondrifter: This is a sequel to Battle Lines (hence the “2”). I tell you, I just adore this series. Battle Lines starts right after Clarke and Lexa do the naughty but Lexa doesn’t die. There is loads of love and pining between the two. I really enjoy the exploration of the “what if Lexa didn’t die” canon divergent stories and this one always puts a smile on my face. The writing style is fast-paced, gives just enough detail to keep you interested, and has matured over the course of the series. Give this a shot.

She’s New by @artsy-polarbear: Ah, did you think I would forget about this one? Hell no! I am adoring this take of a nerdy, lonely Clarke and a popular, outgoing Lexa. This is refreshing compared to how most fics imagine the two characters. However, many of the qualities we love about the two remain. We still have protective Lexa and oblivious Clarke. I read this one with a never-ending smile on my face.

Sleepless in Seattle by @lorig11: Do you want to laugh out loud on the metro and have everyone look at you like you are crazy? Do you want to have to stifle a laugh behind your hand while sitting in a quiet doctor’s office? Well have I got the fic for you! I freaking love the fun, witty style of this author’s works. If the humor brings you in, it’s the deep, well-written connection between Clarke and Lexa that makes you stay. The last update had me throwing a temper tantrum like a child who just got told pizza was not a vegetable.

Devotion to Duty, Stellar Collision, Polis Tattoo, Breaking the Ice, Titanic: The Untold Story by @thessclexa: Is that 5 WIP all updated recently?! Yes, yes it is! And the best part? They are all amazing! I honestly cannot tell you which one is my favorite because they are all so different and amazing. Spend a Sunday binging these and it will be a Sunday well spent (or just blow off work to read them, like I did).

Closer by @rivertalesien: Clarke is an escort and Lexa is one of her clients. What happens when identities are discovered and feelings develop? There is an intelligence to this writing that I haven’t seen in awhile. The author requires the reader to pay attention to time and place as the story unfolds. I am enamored by that author’s phrasing choices, such as “sensual carnality”. Clarke’s switch from soft to dominating beautifully reflects her internal battle with her feelings.

Heaven Sent by @effortlesslyopulent: Clarke was sent down to Earth many years before the Ark crashes. She and Lexa marry and rule together. Now the Ark has crashed and Clarke’s loyalties are tested. Oh how I adore this fic! As the angst grows, Lexa and Clarke’s love grows with it. For anyone who has been asked to choose between family or the love of your life, you will relate to Clarke’s “decision” in the latest chapter.

Show Me Your Colors by CommanderHearteyes071215: Clarke teaches at Arkadia HIgh and Lexa is the new teacher. Lexa is cold and stand-offish but Clarke is determined to get to know her. Guys, the banter between the two is fantastic. Their favorite thing to say to each other? “I hate you”, “I hate you too”. They are both oblivious to their mutual love but they aren’t fooling those around them. This has been such a fun and easy read.

Everything Is The Same As It Was by @aphrodites-law: One day all 7 billion people on earth vanish - except for Clarke. At least, that’s what she thought until she was staring down the barrel of Lexa’s gun. It is so Clexa that is would take the end of the world for them to find each other. This is a slow burn, fluffy fic about two sweet souls just trying to find something worth living for. A comforting-type of fic.

Lancelot by @almostafantasia: Kingsman/Secret Agent AU. Lexa is a British secret agent (oh yeah she has a British accent in this one; you’re welcome) and Clarke is the President’s daughter. During a mission gone wrong, they both find themselves instantly drawn to each other. This fic is filled with lighthearted Anya bantering and action-packed scenes. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the ride so far.

Well, that’s the list for now. If there are any lists you would like to see in the future, drop me a line. I have some ideas lined up already. Until next time, remember to spread the love to all our amazing authors.

I love all of this!

Forgive me if you've been asked this already but at what moment do you think Clarke fell in love with Lexa, or realized she was in love with her? I believe Eliza had trouble answering this at a con (I think she said it was before the bow though) so I'm wondering what you think.

Mmm that’s hard to say, and honestly, that’s kinda what I love about it. Because you can’t always exactly pinpoint the moment you fall in love with someone, right? Maybe it’s a feeling that grows gradually but unstoppable, maybe it’s like a wave hitting you at once, it varies. And that’s how I think it was for Clarke.

The way I see it, it was sudden for her at first and then everything slowed down and it naturally developed. It wasn’t love yet in the beginning, but there was definitely a realization that she had feelings for Lexa. Just look at her face after storming out of Lexa’s tent in 2x14. 

Why else would she looked so bothered? If she had just been upset about their argument she would have had an angry face. Instead she looks like she’s literally trying to physically restrain her feelings, whatever they may be. She takes that deep, shaky breath in an attempt to collect herself because, what the hell just happened inside that tent? Did Lexa really just confess she has feelings for me? And why does it affect me so much? What am I feeling? This is what I think is going through her mind. And then of course we have the confirmation of this, when she gladly replies to Lexa’s kiss. Even after she rejects her, there is no indication of that being a definitive rejection. There is no feeling of “I’m sorry, but I don’t reciprocate.” Clarke is not ready for a relationship, and it’s right that she was honest with Lexa, but she rejects her in literally the softest way possible, AND leaves the door open for the future. Not yet. That means she already sees herself considering a relationship with Lexa in the future, after healing, when she’s finally ready. And look at how tender and somewhat tamely longing her gaze is even after she rejected Lexa.

She is definitely aware of her feelings for Lexa here. But then the betrayal happens and ah, they take 46 steps back.

Now, of course, Lexa’s betrayal causes Clarke to close herself off. Clarke is angry at Lexa, she’s angry at herself, she’s in pain, every other feeling pales in comparison. And obviously, so much of Clarke’s suffering is tied to what Lexa did, so it’s definitely not a surprise that romance is out of the question when they first meet again. Clarke’s pain is consuming her, she is definitely not thinking about whatever she and Lexa had. And yet…

This isn’t a romantic moment by any means. But we’re talking about Clarke realizing she loves Lexa, and I don’t think we can’t gloss over this moment. When I say that I don’t romanticize this scene, it’s because this is not a cute moment. This isn’t a “oh my God, she loves her!” moment, this moment is sad. It’s painful, it’s heartbreaking, but it’s so damn important. Clarke can’t kill Lexa here. How much easier would it be for her to shut her heart out entirely, to blame Lexa for everything and just kill her without feeling anything? I bet in that moment, a part of Clarke wants that. But Clarke feels, and she feels for Lexa. She has these feelings and they won’t go away, not even when she’s at her lowest. So yeah, not a romantic moment, but definitely essential to understand Clarke’s complicated feelings for Lexa.

After the bow, Clarke is a little more trusting towards Lexa, but she’s definitely still closed off, she’s not ready to expose her heart yet. And we get to the “I’m doing it for my people” episode, 3x04. Right from the very beginning, Clarke spends the entire episode trying to find a way to keep Lexa safe, to protect her. But every single time she voices her concerns to Lexa or hell, even Titus, her preoccupation feels far more personal than political. She’s worried, she’s agitated, she even seems angry that Lexa won’t listen to her and step away from the duel. It’s a crescendo of apprehension and frustration and anxiousness as every single one of Clarke’s attempts fails, crescendo that culminates in an emotional explosion.

The second gif is particularly telling. Titus interrupts them, the moment is gone and Clarke finds herself having to face what just happened. Look at her face, at how she looks away from Lexa and sucks a breath through her teeth. She’s restraining her feelings, but she’s a little too late this time. And it’s not only Lexa who is shaken by Clarke’s emotional outburst, it’s Clarke herself too. She doesn’t catch herself in time and now she can’t pretend with herself that those feelings aren’t there. I think this is when the true first “shift” after the betrayal happens. Clarke wants to keep Lexa at arm’s length but Lexa might very well die that same day and, despite any resolution she had, the thought terrifies Clarke. And she’s so scared that she’s never going to see Lexa again that…

I could write an essay on all the emotions Clarke experiences before and throughout and at the end of Lexa’s duel, but the gist of it is that during this tense moment, with Lexa’s life on the line, she can’t bring herself to hide her feelings. It’s all there, on her face. 

Only when things settle down she is able to collect herself again. Lexa comes visit her that night and we see Clarke pull her walls up again. “I was just doing what was right for my people.” BUT! Even if Clarke is not ready to open up her heart again, that scene is infused with intimacy. Even Clarke’s “rejection” is filled with emotion.

Clarke is the opposite of cold here. The way I see it, she is pulling away because she’s realizing she’s close to giving in, but she’s not yet ready for that. It’s so clear that here Lexa is talking about what happened at Mount Weather too, this is another quiet apology that Clarke obviously recognizes. If she went with her feelings, Clarke would have to admit that she does understand Lexa, that in her heart maybe she’s already forgiven her. But in that moment it’s too overwhelming, so she looks away and avoids the conversation, avoids Lexa’s gaze, avoids having to focus on her feelings.

She literally keeps having to look away because things get too intense but at the same time there’s a tenderness in her eyes that she can’t hide. And once Lexa is gone and she can breathe… bam

All the feelings she restrained, everything she tried to hide merely minutes ago hits her full force. I said I think Clarke’s love for Lexa developed gradually, naturally, but if I had to pick a specific moment and say that’s when Clarke realized she’s in love with Lexa, it would be this one.

By the time we get to 3x06, I do believe Clarke knows and has accepted she is in love with Lexa, but she’s still struggling to admit it out loud, especially to Lexa. That episode happens roughly 7-10 days after the events of Hakeldama, and when we see Clarke and Lexa again, they are closer than ever. There is a sense of intimacy, of almost domesticity between them. They are comfortable with each other’s presence. There’s not really a reason for them being in the same room in that scene: Lexa fell asleep while reading and Clarke is drawing (there are other sheets in her folder, which makes me think she was drawing other things before focusing on Lexa). They don’t have to talk or interact, they simply are together.

When Lexa wakes up from the nightmare, Clarke doesn’t hesitate to jump next to her and comfort her, with soothing touches and calming, reassuring words. And then we get to the moment Lexa notices the drawing. A lot has been said about Lexa’s face, but instead look at Clarke’s.

This is the exact opposite of what I was talking about in 3x04. Lexa sees the drawing and is taken aback. That she doesn’t know whether she should hope for anything is another story, but the look she gives Clarke is very telling. And Clarke doesn’t avoid it. Yes, her first instinct is to play it off as something meaningless. “Uh, that’s not- it’s not finished yet.” But then Lexa looks at her, confused, surprised, a tiny bit hopeful, and Clarke meets her gaze and they just stare at each other. Look at that little pause she does before lifting her eyes. That’s when she chooses not to hide. As I said, I think that here Clarke has come to terms with her feelings for Lexa, but here for the first time, she doesn’t hide them from Lexa. Her look is just as telling as Lexa’s. They aren’t saying a word and this is one of their most honest, important conversations. Clarke is silent, but her eyes are speaking, her untold feelings are there, and maybe letting Lexa know isn’t so unfathomable anymore. Maybe, maybe Clarke this is the closest Clarke has been to being ready.

So this is what i think. The way I see it, it’s tricky and complicated and simply beautiful.

What are your fave clexa fics and why

Oh boy. That’s just too much pressure. I’ll do it for multi chapter fics:

First off my favorite fic ever is probably More Women than Warriors by @steklir

My (close) second favorite is in love and war and politics by @centuriesofexistence

My favorite fics right now (that will easily enter my top-10/20) are maybe a crown seldom enjoyed by @onemilliongoldstars and you are in my head (and the prequel) by @mopeytropey

Fics that will forever feature in my top-10/15: in the shallows by @blindwire , the white queen running (and the sequel) by KL_Morgan (@entirelytookeen on Tumblr) , what heart’s ease must queens neglect by thrace, black ribbons by CareyElizabeth, open windows, open hearts by Sheisme, when love becomes the reason by @clarkesquad, blood rush in the hazy glow by firetestsgold, the fight me series by @fairytaleslayer, and the whores’ queen by @clarkethewanheda .

EDIT: I knew I was forgetting two fics! They’re Grand Slam Thank You, Ma'am by faithtastic (@femininenachos on Tumblr) and This Is Heaven In Hiding by @orangeyouglad8 (I’m so torn between this one and the Pirate AU)

There are probably more but these are the ones I remembered off the top of my head. Also, everything by the authors I mentioned is great. And there are so many other authors I love (like @commanderlexaofthegrounders , @paintthebrain , eternaleponine, raspberytree, AnonBeMe, AphroditesLaw, Teroe, etc) but I really tried to keep this list as short as possible.

no one:

me: here’s a flow chart of 41 lgbtq+ book recommendations, have fun!

disclaimer: this is a very non-comprehensive list since I’m only including books that I’ve read

Excellent list! I encourage you to read one of my all time fave cannon clexa fics <a href="http://archiveofourown.org/works/4218687"><strong>Within Me An Invincible Summer</strong></a> (61657 words) by <a href="http://archiveofourown.org/users/thrace"><strong>thrace</strong></a><br />Chapters: 12/12<br />Fandom: <a href="http://archiveofourown.org/tags/The%20100%20(TV)">The 100 (TV)</a><br />Rating: Not Rated<br />Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings<br />Relationships: Clarke Griffin/Lexa<br />Characters: Clarke Griffin, Lexa (The 100), Abby Griffin<br />Summary: <p>Clarke spends the winter resenting Lexa. </p><p>But seasons change, and so do people.</p>

Clexa fic rec masterlist

1. She by thefooliam- This fic is probably the number one popular Clexa modern au and one of the top fics period (in my opinion, is number one; I’m so weak for Clexa modern aus). Clarke and Lexa are paired together as college roommates, much to their dismay, but they’re fucking soulmates. This fic is so well-written, it’s one of the very best pieces of writing I’ve ever read (and I have a BA in English literature) in its depiction of real, meant-to-be love, and honest to God it just feels so real, it’s so Special, and even if you don’t ship Clexa, even if you aren’t LGBT, seriously EVERYONE should read this damn fic okay, because it’s amazing. Also, I feel like the author is psychic and someone took a peek into my life and the development of my relationship with my wife back when we fell in love in college, and wrote it down just for me. It’s just so special to my heart and I hope this fic stays up forever. I hope she converts the names to OC and publishes this book. I will buy  it. God, I will buy it and read it every fucking day of my life, that is how much I love this fic. I reread this at least once a month. 65,983 words, completed.

2. We Looked Like Giants by colonelpancake04

One of the earliest Clexa fics I read. I can’t even describe why exactly I love this little nugget so much. It’s a modern au about Octavia’s cousin Lexa moving in with them and she is totally off limits to Clarke because of that, but of course, fuckin’ soulmates, they can’t resist each other. I love their first time and they just make me smile. A lovely fic and one of my top 3 faves. I reread it often. 21,537 words, completed.

3. I’d Give Up Forever to Touch You by geralehane

I’m probably going to hell for how much I love this fic. Pretty much every chapter is delightfully sinful smut. Clarke and Lexa are two girls that are forced to live together when Abby is dating Lexa’s father. They ‘hate’ each other and they’re freaking out because once Clarke’s mom and Lexa’s dad marries, they’ll legally be step-siblings, but they’re fucking soulmates and they can’t keep their hands off each other. They love each other so much, real love. The dynamic between them is hilarious, I love partygirl!Clarke/asshole!Clarke paired with sexynerdyfocuseddriven!Lexa, and I just love this fic. I reread this all the time too. 49,762 words, completed.

Other favorites (after about 5, these aren’t really in any particular order, I love them all so much):

4. More Women Than Warriors by Steklir

This fic is incomplete but still in top 5 favorites. It’s incredibly well-written, descriptive and gorgeous, and this author too is one of those rare gems that is able to really put across in her writing knowledge of what real love feels like. It’s a british boarding school au, Clarke is from America but transfers there, Nia is the mean lil ice queen here too, Lexa is the badass, dedicated Heda, and she and Clarke are hopelessly in love, total soulmates. Trigedasleng is cleverly integrated in this fic, and Clexa’s relationship is beautiful. I’m so weak for it. 98,441 words, in progress.

5. They take their shots but we’re bulletproof by nightshifted

A canonverse au, one of the first Clexa fics I read. Clarke is PISSED at Lexa after the end of season 2, but Lexa finds her and makes sure she’s cared for. They play chess and talk and it’s just wonderful. 9,539 words, complete.

6. Ground and Pound by dance_tilyouredead

This is an MMA au with Clarke and Lexa as rivals going to throw down, the world can’t help but ship them, and fuck, they practically ship themselves. They try to maintain that rivalry and hate one another but, come on…again…soulmates. I love this fic because even when they’re fighting, the thirst is so real. 19,336 words, complete.

7. Blood rush in the hazy glow by firetestsgold

A modern au where Clarke is a college kid who relentlessly keeps going to the locals favorite bar because she can’t resist challenging the broody mysterious Lexa, all dark leather and darker eyeliner. I love the love/hate dynamic and eventual relationship. 59,256 words, complete.

8. You See the Smile That’s On My Mouth (it’s hiding the words that don’t come out) by heartshapedcandy

A childhood modern au where Clarke and Lexa are fuckin soulmates and best friends and it takes them a ridiculous amount of time to figure that out. 48,667 words, complete.

I also feel like I should mention I have loved you since we were eighteen (long before we both thought the same thing) by forbiddenquill, but it’s incomplete and hasn’t been updated since November of 2015 :( It’s another childhood au where they take way too long to realize they’re soulmates.

9. Are you a kidnapper? (Because you abducted my heart) by 707

Clarke and Lexa have ‘hated’ each other since childhood, partly because of the sexual tension between them. When they’re kidnapped and trapped together, that sexual tension comes to a head. 61,373 words, in progress.

10. Where There Is A Flame by eternaleponine

This fic is MAJOR slowburn. Chapters are very short and updated twice a week; Clexa don’t properly meet until like after chapter 50, I can’t remember the exact chapter. Lexa is depressed and in a bad place after losing Costia, Clarke is not in a great place either because Finn is a creepy stalker, and the two girls end up helping one another out, becoming friends, and falling in love. Their relationship is heart-achingly beautiful and it’s well-written. 153,810 words, in progress.

11. Lover in Low Light by chrmdpoet

I mean, anything charmed writes is going to be great, and this certainly is. It aches your heart, how much these characters are meant to be. They’re soulmates who were split up but find each other again 5 years later, and even though they’re both in relationships and try to fight it, come on, soulmates, they can’t! My favorite parts of this fic are definitely the flashbacks (especially the library ones hehe) and I whole-heartedly wish there was a big prequel to this with all those flashbacks expanded upon just because I love it so much. 85,157 words, complete.

12. Help, I Need Somebody (Not Just Anybody) by thesummerofrain

Poor Lexa is totally fucked up from losing Costia, and Clarke is a volunteer on a chat line that ends up helping her. It’s heartbreaking, sweet, and Clarke and Lexa are adorable. Unfortunately it hasn’t updated since May, but I have hope it’s going to update again. 85,604 words, in progress.

13. An army of one by gostorain

Military academy au, Clarke and Lexa are totally adorable. This hasn’t updated since May either…but again, I have hopes! 55,190 words, in progress.

14. Heads Up, Eyes Open by Superskygrounder

This fic is cute. I like the beginning of it the best, with Clarke and Lexa as rival hockey players that have a soulmate connection they don’t understand. 85,653 words, in progress.

15. Break Your Plans by pizzaoctavia

Lexa is a hockey player in this au too. Linctavia’s sexcapades force Clarke to go over to Lincoln’s apartment to study, and his roommate Lexa usually happens to be there too. 82,951 words, in progress.

16. I Wanna Be (One Night Stand) by seaunicorn and Possibility Days by adreamaloud and daneorange are both fics celeb au fics that are great! The first one is where Lexa’s the daughter of a hotshot hollywood producer and Clarke’s a big celeb shooting her father’s movie and she shouldn’t get with her (but totally does), and the second fic is where Lexa is an actress too who shouldn’t fall in love with her co-star Clarke (but totally does). Both great! The first is 9023 words and complete; the second is 30,026 words and complete too.

17. But still good by thrace

This is a cute fluffy modern au where Clarke has to take Octavia’s kids to a soccer game and meets Lexa, who happens to be the hot coach. 46,959 words, complete.

18. Easy O by Avarosier

Lexa’s next-door neighbor is always having super loud sex that Lexa can’t (really can’t) get out of her head, so when Clarke asks Lexa to be a nude model, of course she’s not going to say no. I actually wish this was longer and had smut in it, but I still love it. 3418 words, complete.

19. Pink Skittles by Avarosier

Clarke and Lexa do this film project that involves two strangers kissing, but that sexual thirst means it doesn’t end there. Lexa also has a tongue piercing Clarke is very fascinated with. 4270 words, complete.

20. She got me up all night (all I’m singin’ is love songs) by mostlyunstablefangirl

Clarke and Lexa are neighbors who have never met, but regularly partake in singing shower duets together. 2822 words, complete.

21. Spelling It Out by geyranger

Oh my God I LOVE this fic, one of my very favorites right now. Clarke and Lexa are rival apprentices to different wandmakers, and they drive each other crazy by popping up sabotaging the other’s efforts to procure various ingredients for wand-making. Super cute, well-written, and an HP au! 58,153 words, in progress.

22. Love on the Ground by Heda’s wolf (the baddest wolf)

This!! fic!!! is fucking fantastic. Canon-verse, angsty, so, so good. Just read it. 18,753 words, complete.

23. When Love Becomes the Reason by clarkesquad

This fic hasn’t been updated since February and I’m kind of losing hope it will ever be completed, but it’s still great. It’s a fake-dating au, Clexa are fucking great, and I love it. 35,148 words, in progress.

24.  Catch Me, I’m Falling by EffortlesslyOppulent, sam_kom_trashkru

Lexa’s a football star, smooth jock, and Clarke can’t stand her. Until they totally end up falling in love. Aden is Lexa’s adorable little brother who plays matchmaker, too. 216,438 words, in progress.

25. Time Heals by Girls_aremyweakness

Lexa’s parents die so she has to take over caring for her little brother Aden and hires Clarke as a babysitter while she works. She and Clarke end up falling for each other, and Clarke fits right into their new little family. It’s actually not angsty at all, and is pretty much just fluff. 57,461 words, in progress.

26. Touch or Carry by paint_the_brain

Olympics au where initially it’s Lexa/Anya vs Clarke/Raven, but then Lexa permanently injures Raven. Lexa and Clarke are forced to team up but Clarke is determined to hate Lexa, until she pulls her head out of her ass and realizes she likes her. Indra and especially Gustus are hilarious in this. 12,953 words, in progress.

27. Find your way to me by lightfighter08

This fic is lovely, although the sinner in me wishes it was rated M or E :P it’s only T but it’s so fluffy and cute I mean, I have to shake my head in disgust at the sinner in me, you know? Lexa and Anya move in with the Griffins for foster care after Lexa comes into the ER with injures and Abby rescues them. Lexa and Clarke are so gay for each other. This whole family is fucking adorable, especially Jake Griffin and Abby, AKA perfect parents. So fucking cute. 50,788 words, in progress.

28. Once Upon a Confession by AntaresChild

A modern au AKA Lexa is an innocent cupcake until she accidentally gets high on a brownie and admits her gayness to her roommate Clarke, who then takes Lexa under her wing and brings her into her super gay, sinful partygirl lifestyle. It’s great, hilarious, and I want Clarke and Lexa to pull their heads out of their butts and be in love already.

29. You’re magic & you’re real by unicyclehippo

OH MY GOD THIS FIC. Is SO well-written! Octavia is actually the main character, and is non-binary in this au. Clarke has dyslexia, Lexa is on the autism spectrum, and this fic is just fucking fantastic, okay, everything about it. 113,525 words, complete.

30.  Caught Inside by awriterofthings

A surfer au where Clarke hates Lexa at first (who seems to be loved by everyone) then realizes she totally loves her too. 71,617 words, complete.

31. After You by chrmdpoet

This modern au is so sad and heartbreaking, because Lexa is abused by her father Titus from such a young age. Starts from childhood and Clexa are soulmates. 14,273 words, in progress.

32. Our Hearts (have minds of their own) by EffortlesslyOpulent

Fake dating au, nuff said. Super cute! 103,319 words, complete.

33. Love is Blindness (I don’t want to see) by EffortlesslyOpulent

Lexa Woods and Bellamy Blake are rival gangleaders; Clarke, raised with the Blakes, infiltrates and tries to deceive Lexa, but Lexa’s not stupid. They totally fall in love, it’s great. 182,697 words, complete.

34. You’ve Got Me Seeing Stars by thisaintascene

Lexa faking injuries to see the cute nurse. Adorable. 37,718 words, in progress.

35.  Mysteries of Love by 10milestereo

There’s another apocalypse, but Clexa are soulmates, and there’s a happy ending. 13,203 words, complete.

36. Strangers on the Phone by rochke11

A modern au where Clarke accidentally calls a stranger’s number and they become friends, but little does she know Lexa is actually a super famous musician. 86,723 words, complete. It also has a nice sequel that is complete that you really have to read, since this fic doesn’t have the closure you need.

37. And Your Eyes Are the Size of the Moon (you could ‘cause you can so you do) by heartshapedcandy

A sweet modern au where Clarke and Lexa meet at a carnival. One of the first Clexa fics I ever read. 12,139 words, complete.

38. The Business of Caring by coldmackeral

Lexa’s part of campus police and Clarke drives her crazy. They’re super cute. 71,956 words, complete.

39. I Need You Closer by seaunicorn

This is adorable and fluffy, Clarke and Lexa are kids that meet online. 43,798 words, in progress.

40. Some Angels Fall by lostinjellybean

Modern au. This fic is fascinating to me, Clarke is killed but 4 years later wakes from the dead. Lexa still loves her. 16,219 words, in progress.

41. Your Hand in Mine by Geralehane

A golddigger!AU where Clarke pretends to date the rich Lexa Woods to get money to support her father, but she is totally falling head over heels for Lexa. It’s by Geralehane so come on, of course the writing is fantastic! Updates every Wednesday which is even better :) 25,439 words, in progress.

42. Suffrage by stringingwords

20th century London, Clarke is fighting for equality and women’s right to vote. Enter help in the form of the esteeemed Lexa Woolcott. Great writing and there’s a genius little twist in this. 25,194 words, in progress.

43. do you got room for one more troubled soul? by callieincali

Nuclear apocalypse is approaching and Clarke is on the run to find shelter. She’s robbed by a girl she can’t quite get out of her head…and who ends up being the one to (grudgingly) provide shelter. Now the bombs have struck and Clarke is stuck in a shelter with this Lexa and she’s also pretty damn hungry. 25,363 words, in progress.

44. Open Windows, Open Hearts by sheisme

Clarke and Lexa are neighbors with windows that look directly into each other’s bedrooms. Some naughty times ensue…but also really cute fluffy times :) smut that develops into an adorable relationship. 57,926, complete.

45. It’s For Your Own Good by trying

Clarke is sent to a gay conversion camp and Lexa is there. Titus, Nia, Jaha, and other baddies are just hilarious in this. 21,091, in progress.

46. The Spectator by amybot3000

Lexa is so thirsty you almost get second-hand embarrassment reading this. Lexa was once the greatest tennis player in the world until an injury stopped her playing. She commentates now, and an impressive up-and-coming player Clarke Griffin ends up catching her eye, mostly due to the fact that her bouncing around means certain…parts….bounce…..and the world can’t help but to notice that Lexa has definitely noticed that. It’s hilarious. 12,265 words, in progress.

47. In Love and War and Politics by centuriesofexistence

This is one of my all-time favorite fics. I fucking live off sexual tension and oh my Godddd is there sexual tension in this. The first time they hook up, I just afjkldsajfdl;sa it SLAYED me. I absolutely love this fic. Clarke and Lexa are the ultimate power couple and the writing is absolutely fantastic in this. Summary: It’s the most watched Senate race around the country, and Clarke Griffin is running one hell of an underdog campaign against the favored Cage Wallace. But she has a secret weapon that might save the campaign–and a secret that might ruin it. And both are named Lexa Ward. 122,892 words, in progress.

48. A Series of Avoidable Events by toolateintheday. Another coworker Clexa au, more sexual tension, just yas. Clarke Griffin works for renowned advertising company, Trikru Incorporated. She’s coasting through life, unsure of what she truly wants to do and settling for mediocrity. Its not her dream job but it pays the bills. It’s comfortable, familiar and what she needs. All that changes when the company bring in Lexa Woods, a new visionary, with the aim to shake things up. Clarke finds her entire existence unsettled by the arrival of her new boss who is as intriguing as she is intimidating. Can they put aside their differences and work together? 138,731 words, in progress.

49.  Your hand in mine pt ii by geralhane. She’s easily one of my very top favorite fic writers after that glorious ssau. This is the sequel to the Clexa golddigger au, it’s heartbreaking, my chest literally aches with pain whenever I read it. It hurts so good. Summary: Five months after breaking Lexa’s heart, getting her back is Clarke’s first priority. She doesn’t care about destroying herself in the process. 32,688 words, in progress.

50. The Taste of War and Heartache by thefooliam. OH MY GOD I have been LITERALLY praying for this person to write another fic after the holy grail of all fics, She. This fic is fantastic so far, a fix-it, and I can’t wait for more. Summary: After saving the world for the last time, Clarke Griffin finds herself bitter and angry and grieving for more than just the woman she lost.That’s until she finds a map that might possibly lead her to the answers she’s been looking for.It’s a suicide mission. A fool’s errand. She’s almost certainly going to lose her life in the process.Except Clarke has nothing left to lose and, even if she did, she doesn’t care anyway. 36,723 words, in progress.

51.The White Queen Running by KL_Morgan. Clarke wakes up wearing tattoos of the ice nation. 121,642 words, complete.

52. In the Shallows by Blindwire. A role reversal au where Clarke is Heda and Lexa falls from the sky. Summary: Raised for war and forged in fire, Clarke has vowed to be a leader for her people, to protect them and to make sacrifices so that they do not have to. This is what it means to be Commander and the spirit has chosen her for a reason. 65,066 words, in progress.

53. Bloodbound by Raedmagdon. Lexa inherits a charm from her late grandmother. The last thing she expects is for a (naked) demon to pop out of it. 15,316 words, in progress.

54. This is Heaven in Hiding by orangeyouglad8. There’s no one Clarke Griffin loves going up against in court more than Lexa Woods. And there’s no one Clarke Griffin hates going up against in court more than Lexa Woods. Lexa always knows just how to get a rise out of Clarke, how to ruffle her feathers and make her work for it. Winning against her is a unique challenge that Clarke thrives on. Little does she know that Lexa’s particular talents transfer out of court and into the sheets as well. But, she’s about to find out. 19,015 words, in progress.

55. Sail with Me to Someplace New by almostafantasia. When Clarke learns that her father’s trading ship has been attacked by pirates, she sets out on a daring rescue mission. The only problems – Jake could be being held prisoner anywhere in the Caribbean and Clarke has never sailed a ship before. To help save her father’s life, Clarke attempts to enlist the help of the notorious Captain Lexa Woods, a fearsome pirate who is just as broody and mysterious as she is unwilling to offer her assistance. 28,321 words, in progress.

56. Fall Away by Reedballoon. Lexa is a sailor and Clarke is a lawyer. Somewhere, between jobs and secrets and families, they become something together. 20,391 words, in progress.

57. The Sex Tape by Sheisme. Professional stunt woman Lexa Woods loves her job and takes it very seriously. She has a very strict no-dating policy when it comes to people she works with. When she meets famous actress Clarke Griffin on the set of their new action film, sparks fly and Clarke might just be able to change her mind. However, after one passionate night between the two of them, a sex tape is leaked that sends their lives into a spiral. Will the fallout be too much for them? Or will they be able to find their way out of the chaos together? 55,830 words, in progress.

58. Skylark by RunawayMarbles. A superhero fic that’s pretty damn cool. Clarke and the gang had illegal experiments done to them by Mount Weather and it gave them superpowers. They fight crime while trying to remain anonymous as well. This story is so clever and incorporates the City of Light/chips/ flame so cool, and Clexa are badasses, and just…read it, trust me. Summary: “And they don’t have superpowers. They are semi-successful experiments. Your people will not take any action against Sky Crew without my order: their code names are bad enough. I will not have Polis turn into some Gotham-esque battleground. Dismissed.” “Uh, actually, Metropolis had more superpowers—”“Dismissed.” 115,948 words, complete.

59. Knock Me Down by Haligh24. Clarke Griffin couldn’t stop thinking about the sad, mysterious woman who had recently become a regular at her favorite bar. And when that woman turned out to be Alexandria Heda, CEO of Trikru Media (aka her new boss), Clarke realized that she was totally and completely fucked. 33,193 words, in progress.

60. You Can’t Trust Water by UnraveledMind. “You can’t trust water: Even a straight stick turns crooked in it.” -W.C. Fields. She really wanted to get her wet– wait, that came out wrong. She just wanted to squirt her- Oh, God. Mental images not helping, Clarke. Clarke crawled slowly through the bushes, knees collecting dirt. This was her chance. Lexa was alone. She was going to take her shot and proceed to victory. 7,750 words, in progress.

61. Stellar Collusion by TheSSClexa. When two soccer stars collide, it’s a super nova.Meeting as stark enemies, both Captain of their respective high school soccer team, Clarke and Lexa unknowingly meet again as roommates their freshman year at Stanford. 21574 words, in progress.

62. Empath by RaspberryTree. Lexa is a writer at ALIE, a tech mega-corp. One morning, she inexplicably wakes up with the ability to feel other people’s emotions. Her next encounter with the office receptionist, Clarke, is a lot more powerful than she knows how to deal with. 11400 words, in progress.

63. Of Wolves And Men by ur_the_puppy. After being bitten three years ago, Clarke has had to adjust to a complete derailing of her life. Abandoning her dreams of becoming a doctor in fear of what she could do, she hides away in the small town of Polis with her best friend Raven. It’s a humans only town. That is, until a girl is killed, and Clarke suddenly realises she’s not the only werewolf that exists. or werewolf au where clarke has no idea the extent of what she is and lexa really shouldn’t be falling for a mutt. 72675 words, in progress.

64. The trick is to keep breathing by vespero. Cheerleader Clarke’s boyfriend Finn cheats on her with nerdy Lexa’s girlfriend Costia, so the two girls scheme up a plan to fake-date to get revenge. Backfires when they fall in love! 75662 words, in progress.

65. You, the Ocean, and Me by billet_doux. Clexa mermaid/H2O au! Lexa’s a marine biologist who helps Clarke, Raven, and Octavia when they suddenly find they turn into mermaids when touching water. 67417 words, in progress.

66. Six Shooter by centuriesofexistence. This is one of my faves of all time and it’s only two chapters so far fdlksajfdklsa; Lexa’s a contract killer, Clarke’s a hitwoman, they both get assigned the same target. It’s gonna be a fake dating au too. I check for updates for all fics like, at least a dozen times a day, and when this one updates I will pee my pants, straight up.

Welp that’s it for now. Please keep in mind that these are only 65 fics out of literally thousands of incredible fanfics. There are plenty of wonderful ones I forgot to list! But I have over 400 bookmarks on ao3 so feel free to peruse them. 

I can shamelessly list some of my own fics too. If you’re in the mood for a one-shot, I wrote The World Had Less Color Without You; it’s a college au where Clexa become friends after being paired together for a project, and fall in love even though they’re both terrified of it. 13,821 words and, obviously, complete.

If you want an average-sized fic, I have All That You Got (Skin to Skin, oh my God), about Clexa from childhood up to college. Kind of a childhood friends au, a high school au, and a college au. Lots of fluff, humor, and sexual tension. A slowburn with a lot of thirst. A small amount of angst since Lexa’s dad is a dick, but Clexa love each other so fuck him. 58,689 words and one more chapter to go.

And finally, if you want a hella long fic, there’s also Those Icy Fingers Up and Down My Spine (That same old witchcraft when your eyes meet mine). It’s an hp au where Clarke just wants to get through her last year at Hogwarts in peace, her world having been upended a year ago when her father was mysteriously arrested and sent to Azkaban, but instead she finds herself in the middle of conspiracies when she’s chosen as Champion. She definitely shouldn’t fall in love with the enemy, Durmstrang’s Champion Lexa Woods, who is full of secrets and every bit as determined not to develop feelings, but of course, they’re fuckin soulmates, they belong together! (This takes place 100 years after the events of Harry Potter, too). It’s 303,659 words thus far and I update long chapters (between 10,000 to 30,000) usually once a month.

If anyone wants to reblog and add their own favorites, please feel free!!! Let’s spread the love (and I am always up for new Clexa fics to read)

I just found this in my drafts and I can barely remember making it bye

Clexa || Go Your Own Way

This video ... my heart! I keep on imagining Lexa and Clarke singing this together at Karaoke. Sheer genius, thank you @eternalhedalexa.