I find myself fantasizing about it often; how nice it would have been to receive a personalized piece of parchment, just like the olden days but much more exciting. A beautiful flying creature perched on your windowsill waiting for a treat for their hardwork and long travel.

But alas, the poor bird would probably die of dehydration and air pollution if this method existed today so maybe it's good that it doesn't.

On that note, does anyone know of any fic that has post exchange as an integral part of the story? Heavy preference for post-war setting but willing to try anything written masterfully.

I struggle when creators make nearly every character gay or a homophobe. I'd quite like a natural one with a few part of the LGBT like Dean/Seamus, Luna/Ginny etc. Just not every single planet under the planet. I like a mix of characters really.

This might be a little too oddly specific/weird but I'm really in the mood for a scene where Draco at some point just sobs over Harry. Whether it be hes being silly, light angst, etc Ideally around 60k

I really love the use of this spell. And it was shown so beautifully in the film by JDepp. I like how this spell shows true colors of people and depicts ultimate loyalty in the most morally grey sense (sad for the turncoats and enemies, but oh well)

So far I've only seen it be used in Mirror of Ecidyrue. Are there any other fics where it's used?

I’ll try to explain to the best of my memory,sooo they return to help repair the castle n i think to continue their studies as well,key word i think ,theyve been assigned partners and different sections to work on, while working together draco and harry discover their interest for each other and stuff,its a but intense cause they like having power over one another. One time draco does ‘stuff’ without like explicit consent from harry and feels sooo badd about it for longggg time it couldnt even bear looking at it.If i recall right harry wasnt really affected by it but sought help from bill or charlie to understand his likes and safe sex or smth ig. Basically kindaa bdsm-ish but filled with apologies and some tense moments.

I read this fic a while ago where harry was a firework artist. I dont remember alot but i remember he and draco would go to a muggle cafe, and that he went on blind dates i think, they didn't work out and he was attacked by one of the dates.

Edit : Found it!! Thank you for your help!!

Hoping to ready an advent fic this december ( a few days late i know) but which is the best one from sarahs_girl? It’s hard to choose🤔

I see a lot of titles on here that are usually popular completed fics, but I wanted to show some love to incomplete/ongoing fics in the fandom!

I'm currently reading Between the Bars by stoirin, and I'm loving it! What are some of your fave ongoing fics? 🤗🤗🤗

I was wondering if anyone could help me find this fic. It’s on AO3 & I remember that Harry & Draco were married & had raised Teddy together. Harry used to be with Ginny but had left not long after they married & basically just explored before settling down. He also sends Ginny a letter like some 10 years later to get an official divorce, so he can marry Draco. I believe they had a son (OC) as well. I remember Hermione following Teddy to Grimwald once & Ron punched Harry, a lot😂.

I don’t know if the author took it off, as I could have sworn I bookmarked it, but if anyone knows the name, that would be incredibly helpful.

Years ago, I read a fic where Draco had a certain job, I think maybe a photographer or a journalist, and somehow it was related to squirrels. Maybe it was something with the company name/logo he worked for. I think he wore a hat with a squirrel picture or something. Harry made fun of it

Thats all I remember. I don’t even remember if it was on ao3 or fanfiction.net unfortunately. But I just wrote a small squirrel reference in my own story which made me remember this fic! I remember loving it but I must’ve forgotten to save it.

Either way, maybe some of you know what fic it was? I don’t remember anything, no storylines, nothing. Just the squirrel part hahaha!

I’ve been reading a lot of Severitus and absolutely love that dynamic but I really want to read some where Snape’s either Dracos adopted father, very involved godfather, or just fatherly to Draco. More severitus would also be welcome. TIA

pre-war drarry fics !!!

i’m in such a dire need of long, engaging fics i’d be immensely grateful if you dropped some for me 🙏🏾

i’m specifically looking for fanfics that are, of course, before the war happens, potentially something akin to a canon rewrite but it doesn’t have to be ! something that had really good characterization and the a strong plot would be highly appreciated!

also i’m honestly a really big fan of pining harry (like he fell for draco first and the hardest kinda thing) were he has a really big crush on draco, i love the kids in love trope a lot so idk !

hi! finished reading “from love, obviously” yesterday and I’ve been trying to find something similar thats just as funny

things I usually love in drarry fics:

• hogwarts setting (maybe like 6th/8th year)
• WITTY BANTER, good dialogues in general
• draco centric
• fun and fluff, no heavy angst or super explicit scenes
• I’ve been into smaller fics, less than 150k words, around 50k is actually perfect

but all of the above are just personal preferences! I like all sorts of coffee shop/tattoo shop/flower shop/music band au’s too!

so if you know a great funny drarry fic with witty banter please surprise me!

another favourite fic that i will never get over is “way down we go” (or “blends” and “dear your holiness” but thats wolfstar… still wanted to mention it because i loved the dialogues in those)

What are you currently reading?

Im almost finished with "You Look The way I feel, by yourdifferentoctober"

Hi all!

My favourite fic is astolat's heal thyself and I know I love this more than others because of the focus on draco's redemption through his work, the pursuit of perfection and complete devotion to his craft. any type of literature where the main character devotes themselves to their craft makes me incredibly happy.

Please recommend me fics where either character (preferably draco) spends time focusing on their craft. I love seeing them successful but I like the process of becoming successful even more!

Thank you!

im new to drarry fanfics, and ive been struggling to find a good fic of drarry getting together during their hogwarts years. it doesn't have to be fifth/sixth year specifically - I'm just kind of tired of reading 8th year fics atm, but i still want something set in hogwarts. recommend me your favourites that meet this criteria! :) preferably bottom harry/top draco vibes. also, proper enemies to lovers, i live for the angst!!

Looking for a specific story where Draco and Harry are together but Harry loses his memories. He goes to therapy to slowly get them back, I think Draco gives them to him slowly. He can’t fly or risk getting a head injury during this time and he gets to fly at the end. I know it’s all very vague but I can’t remember anything else 🫠

I remember this fic where Harry and Draco made a deal to get married if they were both single a certain age. There was a scene during Harry's birthday that Draco finds Harry already counting the days to his next birthday. Draco teases him and Harry flushes and says how Draco's got to marry him when they reach a certain age. Both Harry and Draco are very in love but their dumb oblivious idiots that are hopelessly pining for eachother. I think in the ending, before their wedding, Draco goes to Harry's house and its aftermath of some bachelor party or something. People passed out and sleeping after celebrating Harry's upcoming wedding. Draco pulls Harry aside to the kitchen and tells him he cant got through with the wedding, and Harry sadly asks him if Draco had found someone else. Draco clarifies saying he cant go through with it because he's in love with Harry and Harry is like confused they cant get married because of that and idk happy ending🎉 turns out the people outside the kitchen were awake and were eavesdropping the entire. If anyone knows what this fic is, please let me know🙏

I want to read Azoth by zeitgeistic but I've heard on the sub that it's about unrequited love and I want to know how that works. Like, I can stand it when the fanfic starts with Draco liking Harry from the very first chapter (I say Draco because most fanfics justify Draco's attacks with a crush on Harry, but it can also be the other way around).

What hurts me is when they both start off without feelings and one starts to like and the other doesn't, usually it's both developing at the same time. So please explain to me how it works in Azoth. I've seen a lot of good things said about this fanfic and I don't mind spoilers.

Hey palihoos,

If you’re looking for a mildly funny, kinda sad, but somewhat hopeful snack of a fic, I just uploaded this. Very quick read, canon-compliant for both the HP series and Cursed Child, lots of tension, and (arguably) a happy ending.

SUMMARY: Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy have lived complicated lives; neither has made it easier for the other, and sometimes it's better just to say "oh, fuck off". A self-contained one shot filled with pining, change, opportunities lost, families gained, and moments that can fill an entire lifetime.

Hope you enjoy!

Hi, hope you're all well! ❤️

When I first joined this fandom, I read sooo many amazing fics (I probably read all the popular ones). In the last year, I started writing my own and have been so focused on my writing that haven't had time to read as many as I'd have liked.

So what are your favourite fics written in the last year? 🤗🤗

Hello! Luke here!

So, I know there are probably tons of posts about fics recs, but I wanted to know what is one of your favorite Drarry fic, or your favorite of all time.

For me, I really love "Running on Air", by eleventy7. And gosh, the slap in the face I had while reading. I absolutely loved that fic.

[Edit 12/03/2024] Holy gosh, that's a lot of fics! I'm gonna add them to my list "to-read" and will read them over this month! Thank you all! <3

Hypothetically, if you could have complete control over the original series and write your ideal dream-scenario for a Draco redemption arch, how would it go?

I've given way too much thought to this, but here's how I would rewrite all seven years to fit in a redemption story with an added Drarry side plot:

Year 1 - School-Yard Bully: I'd stick mostly with canon for this year since Draco is portrayed as rather harmless, yet he's still an annoying prat. I would reinforce his brattish traits for comedic effect, however, to make him a fun character to read. His introduction with him being the first young wizard Harry and readers meet would hint to his eventual significance in the books; yet, for this year, his primary purpose would be the role of the minor antagonist who won't be going away anytime soon.

Year 2 - Red Herring Antagonist: The first part of Book 2 would stay the same because it introduces important plot points dealing with blood purity and the influence Lucius has over his son. I'd keep the 'Mudblood' scene, but would probably cut him wishing Hermione dead since the goal would be to show him adopting and mimicking his father's beliefs, rather than portraying him as an irredeemable would-be killer. The major plot divergence would occur with him stealing TR's diary after Harry drops it during the events of Valentines Day. By taking the place of Ginny for the rest of the story, Draco would be confronted with both the reality of Voldemort, a manipulative, egotistical man who actually doesn't care about anyone but himself, and his father, someone whose actions lead to him almost losing his life. Harry saving his life would mark a huge shift in their dynamic and I'd have them come to a tentative truce at the story's end with a huge cliffhanger on how their relationship will change going forward.

Year 3 - Frenemies: During this year, Harry and Draco will be at an awkward place. Draco will be struggling to deal with the events of second year, along with his Father's improper response to the whole thing (I'd imagine he'd try to shrug it all off or come up with excuses for the Dark Lord's actions). In other words, Draco will be going through a major identity crisis, and it doesn't help that Boy Savior keeps butting in to 'check' on him. The hippogriff incident will happen, as will the taunting about the Dementors (tho the latter of which will be prompted by Draco's negative response to them as well). It will look like Draco's falling back to his attitudes from first and second year, but Harry's determination to break through to him will prompt some serious character growth. They might talk about their Boggarts (Draco's either being the Diary or his father) and/or the history of the Blacks since Draco would know a lot more about Sirius. Either way, they'd not exactly be friends by the end of the year, but they can't commit to being each other's enemies either.

Year 4 - Budding "Friendship": I'd say this would be the first year, where Harry and Draco's relationship really starts to take off. Harry and Ron's temporary split will provide the opportune moment for Draco to swoop in with his support as he'll be one of the few people who believes that Harry was set up. In addition to helping Harry with the first task, Draco will also, for the first time, confess about his dwindling faith in his father and their pureblood cause, along with mentioning his recent contact with his Aunt Andromeda and cousin Tonks. Ron's eventual return to Harry will put a damper to Harry and Draco's increasing closeness since there's still tension between Draco and the remaining Golden Trio. Yet, Draco's presence will still remain prominent for the rest of the story while he helps Harry with the last tasks. (As an aside, I think it'd be too early for any jealousy to happen during the Yule Ball, but I would end the night with Draco and Harry hanging out together away from their dates as a bit of foreshadowing). The events of the Graveyard with Lucius' father being present will be a monumental moment for their relationship, and when Harry's asks about his true loyalties, Draco will be unable to give an answer.

Year 5 - Which Side Are You On? : Ootp will be a very angsty year for the couple given that Harry's not only extremely isolated, but also unable to reconcile with Draco's non-answer to last year's question. Many of Draco's attempts to help Harry and the remaining trio will be secretive and covert, such as his warnings about Umbridge's power, the duties and operations of the Inquisitorial Squad, and some knowledge his side has about the Order. Harry will be torn between his appreciation for Draco's help and his frustration with Draco's inability to act aloud. People like Hermione and Remus may be able to get through to Harry about the value of quiet resistance and the precarious position Draco holds. Yet, the two's inability to fully trust each others' methods will result in the splintering of their relationship. (It's around here that I'd also hint at the two's growing attraction for each other, which makes everything about ten times more emotionally complicated). I'd make the breaking point for them be near the end with Draco warning Harry against going to the MoM, Harry not listening, and everything unfolding as it did in the books. Here, Draco's approach to choosing which battles to fight will be framed as right, but it won't matter since he's now forced to return to the Manor to protect his mother in his father's absence. All in all, Harry and Draco will have both failed each other and this will have insurmountable consequences.

Year 6 - The Betrayal: Funny enough, this year could imitate canon in quite a number of ways. Draco will become a Death Eater (tho this will happen more out coercion) and Harry will be convinced of this and become increasingly obsessed with discovering what Draco's up to. Also, Harry's crush on Ginny will change into his infatuation with Draco (as it should). The confrontations between the two will be much more heated and heart wrenching, and the Sectumsempra scene may or may not occur depending on how well Harry is able to come through to Draco. Yet, as opposed to antagonizing Draco, Harry will approach him will love and care, and by the book's end I'd like for the two to have learned to trust and know each other well enough to fight for one another. Harry will inform Dumbledore about Draco's decision to turncoat and Dumbledore will agree to this plan under certain requirements; yet the two will still be separated at the book's end, after Snape's betrayal, and I would make it unclear whether or not Snape apprehended Draco or if one of Dumbledore's people was able to step in to fulfill Dumbledore's promise.

Book 7 - Together At Last: Draco's fate will be unknown at the story's beginning and Harry will be agonizing over this. Yet, I'd reunite the boys around a third or so into the story, maybe after the Trio captures the Locket or I'd have him save Harry in the lake, while he's trying to get the Sword. This all depends on how to deal with how Draco was hidden and whether or not Snape played a role. Either way, I'd make him a part of the Horcrux hunting team and the reunion would be very special!! No matter what these boys would be together for the rest of the story and Draco would play an important role in the defeat of Voldemort. I'd maybe change some canonical details of Book 7 to make his role necessary to the destruction of the Horcruxes to reinforce his important role, but other than that I'd just be happy to see these two finally together after a satisfying character arch and a very long slow burn.

What are your thoughts? At which point would you begin Draco's transition: would it be as early as first or second year or much later? What would be the event to inspire his change? How often would he go back-and-forth between his duty to his family and growing alliance to Harry and the Golden Trio? Would you still make him a Death Eater, and if so at what point, would he become a spy or turncoat? As a bonus, what would the Drarry romance look like??

Would love to hear your story ideas!

Any rec worth reading?

Hi all! I’m curious if anyone has any recs like Harry Potter Gives a Shit? Where Harry is promiscuous and/or hedonistic as a way to distract and punish himself and Draco is unappreciated or treated poorly because of it. Happy endings are preferred but I’ll really read anything lol

Wonderful people of the drarry fandom, I'm in need of your help!

This was a post-war setting where Draco and Harry meet by happenstance at either a pub or a club (I don't remember if it was wizarding or muggle, sorry!) and end up sleeping together. The next morning, Harry leaves a note >!that Draco never finds until much later in the story !<and starts a misunderstanding that leads to an article in a gossip rag (may or may not be written by Rita Skeeter) detailing his preferences in bed and partner. Distraught by the betrayal, Harry decides to go on vacation for an indefinite time to escape the press and hopefully squash his burgeoning feelings for Draco.

Here are some additional info under the spoiler tag just in case someone wants to read (and assuming someone finds it ofc)

!Harry leaves a note for Draco that says what a great time he had (he may or may not have asked him if he wanted to meet again ack my memories are fuzzy on that).!<

!Draco assumes he just left without saying a word and rants to his friends (I remember Blaise is definitely one of them since he's the one who runs into Harry and finds out about it and tells him to contact Draco).!<

!A journalist (may or may not be in disguise) gets wind of their conversation since they were in public and tricks Draco into taking a veritaserum-laced drink and that's how all of Harry's secrets fall out of his mouth unwittingly (not sure about the particulars of how this exactly happened and why he took the drink in the first place)!<

!Harry is sure it's Draco because at that point in his life, he was the only one he's slept with and is heart-broken by the betrayal. He basically runs away to escape the press and his feelings and what follows is a series of owl correspondence Draco sends him explaining the why and how and asking for forgiveness; at first Harry ignores the post completely (he may or may not have incinerated some of them as well) !<

!Eventually, Draco finds him and wooing ensues. Harry cooks for him and invites him to stay over and the rest is fluff and good vibes. Very cute and the whole letter exchange (but is it really an exchange if the addressee doesn't respond lol) was something I thouroughly enjoyed. !<

I can't for the life of me remember what country he chose but I'm almost sure the place has a significance that I don't remember atm (may or may not be tropical but it was definitely sunny)

What I know is that it isn't Here and Now by Morgan_Elektra or Harry Potter and the The Sexual Awakening by bottseveryflavorbeans

I've tried entering the keywords "prophet" and "outed" but to no avail. I wish there was a way to check for actual words in the fic itself (or is there and I just don't know it?) I read this on ao3 btw!