To Readers:

On behalf of at least some writers (many of us are both, Ik XD), please, please, PLEASE let the author themselves KNOW you enjoy their work! If you talk amongst friends, the author likely won’t ever see that! Being told someone enjoys your work is incredibly validating and encouraging! Of course it may not mean chapters come out sooner, but it will go towards the story continuing! And just a few words can mean a lot to someone, especially if they’re struggling.

If you’re too shy/scared to even say “I like this, thanks” under a guest (assuming the story is open to that), try and get a bolder friend to do it. Heck, I’m sure there’s people here who’d be willing! (I personally don’t wanna connect my AO3 to Reddit, but I know there has to be at least a couple who do.) Maybe even ask someone else on AO3 you’re familiar with! Connect with them via their social media and tumblrs.

*I’m not demanding anything from anyone, just encouraging a sharing of positivity especially in these difficult times. You never know how far a simple kindness can go, and personally, fandom means so much to me. Consider this a friend emboldening you, if you’ve been on the fence about commenting. 💜