IYFG: Best of 2008 banner

[luxken27]

What a lovely surprise! :) The IYFG Best of 2008 banners are ready for pickup, and once again forthrightly did an outstanding job. If you'd like to see all of the banners, click here. Meanwhile, I shall stand agog at mine:


Again, I send out a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has read, reviewed, recc'ed, nominated, voted, and otherwise generally supported this story. I know I say this every time, but the sentiment still rings true now as much as it did a couple of months ago - I had absolutely no idea it would (or could) ever be this successful. I took a chance on a drabble, and man, what rewards I have reaped! Thank you, one and all - none of this could've happened without you.

Comments

[doggieearlover.livejournal.com]

Congrats again on such a huge win!!

[psyco_chick32]

Congrats again! You totally deserve it - it's such a beautiful piece!!

[eggplantlady.livejournal.com]

Congratulations!

[selinamac.livejournal.com]

That story is off the chain! I loved it when I read it, and I'm going to have to go back and read it again one of these days to leave you a proper review (since I don't think I ever did). *skulks off*

Congrats, lady! ^_^

[kmoaton.livejournal.com]

Congrats, Hun! This story so deserved all the press!

[luxken27]

Many thanks :) But I think something that gets lost in the flurry of awards is the fact that it's just as much a success on the readers' parts, as it is on the writer's. After all, without an audience, where would we be? :)

I guess this was sorta my "coming out party" fic, so it really holds a lot of sentimental value, even though its finished for good *sniff*

[luxken27]

Thanks! :) I'm still amazed at how many people enjoyed it and really left great, thoughtful reviews analyzing it. You never think you have that sort of link with readers, so when something resonates so well it's really touching, you know?

[luxken27]

LOL, thanks :) I look forward to hearing your extended thoughts on the story, if you ever have a chance to sit down and write a proper "review" of it. Feedback can be the best part of the game, and I've received some great, thoughtful, insightful reviews for this piece.

I dunno if I'll ever be able to replicate this success, but it will be awfully fun trying :)

[luxken27]

Thanks! :)

[luxken27]

Thanks! :) I'm really happy so many people have enjoyed it, and continue to even now that its finished.

[landofthekwt.livejournal.com]

Congratulations on producing a great fanfic in the most maligned area in Inuyasha fanfiction: the HSAU

[luxken27]

Teehee, thanks! :D It wasn't easy, but it was surprisingly nostalgic.

Not that I wish to revisit the experience anytime soon :P

[doggieearlover.livejournal.com]

That's why I always try to be sure to thank anyone when I can. I do appreciate the noms and votes, but I also appreciate my readers. You're right - we wouldn't be anywhere without them.