We talked with Fallon Bechtel about why she writes and reads fan fiction, and why it’s a tool for authors to grow.

You can find Fallon’s work at https://archiveofourown.org/users/abrahamsdaughterraisedherbow/works

Fallon can also be found at:

Instagram: @itsmefallonb

X: fallonsbechtel

HEY JON MEYERS

Today’s fact came from a video by @tirthak.saha on Instagram

CALL TO ACTION

Choose a character you love from a story you already exist. Write something (a story, poem, song etc.) from their perspective.

WE MENTION

Into the Lantern Waste by Sarah Sparks – Here is a ⁠sample song⁠ from this “fan fiction” album.

⁠Coyote vs Acme⁠ by Ian Frazier