Aug
On a light note
With the Avon’s FanLit well on its way I figured we’d have some fun here, instead of all the serious talk of writing and edits.
Of course, this topic is going to be related to the romance world…those that know me should know this.
So I’ve had a thought, scary huh? We have so many sub-genres in the romance world but lets get whacky and crazy and make up some NEW sub-genres.
I’m thinking:
Historical Football: forget chess, these rakes get down and dirty
Contemp Sci-fi House-wives: Desperate? Nahh, they will breath dragon fire on your house
Hollywood Spiders: shape-shifting insects turning into Hollywoods brightest
Historical Swap: Women rakes and simpering men
Java Rangers: Coffee addicted cops/rangers
Ok I came up with some goofy ones, now it’s your turn. Time to entertain yourself with goofiness.
Have a great weekend! And remember to have fun.
I’ll take a crack at this:
Regency Reality: Think Reality TV shows in the Regency period.
Fear Factor Victorian style: Tonight, you must face the dreaded….Hagen-Daaz triple fudge chocolate ice cream without puking their guts out. Careful, that ice cream is awefully rich!
Mr. Vampire, This Is Your Life: Only problem with this one is the show could go on indefinately.
That’s my best efforts. Fun idea Haven!
Michelle
August 26th, 2006 at 4:08 amFollowing the same vein as Michelle:
Regency Idol - our favorite heroes and heroines sing for the title of “Idol” and 10,000 pounds.
England’s Got Talent - talent competition open to public (Smythe-Smith girls not included)
Survivor: Scotland - can these spoiled, snooty society misses survive the harsh winters of Scotland?
Those are mine. If I think of more, I’ll post them. I agree, fun idea, Haven!
LOL, Michelle! I love the vampire one!
August 26th, 2006 at 8:48 amAndrea
OMG, this is so funny, ok, my turn…
Overhaulin’ - Where you could can “steal” your friend’s or relative’s most prized possession, a carriage, have it restored and then surprise the lucky unsuspecting owner six months later. (Not sure how long it took back then to build a carriage…)
August 26th, 2006 at 9:22 amLOL, you guys
Regency Supernanny/Governess Finally stories where unruly children and tired and indifferent parents can learn to get along.
Isabel
August 26th, 2006 at 10:36 amROFL!! I can’t think of any right now….hmmm…maybe…
Regency Real World: 7 strangers move into a London Townhouse and have to live together for the Season.
Highlander in the City: Follow a Highlander as he ventures in the big city for the first time
Rakes and the City: Follow the lives of 4 Regency rakes as they discuss their conquests and debauchery (sp?)
August 26th, 2006 at 11:18 amYes these are all great!
August 26th, 2006 at 11:55 amOMG! These are so funny. I love all the suggestions so far!! How about:
Regency Whose Line Is It Anyway? - 4 comedians try to make Prinny and the ton laugh using their improvisational skills.
Pall Mall Wives (ala Footballers Wives) - Follows the stories behind the marriages and lives of members of England’s pall mall teams (ie Bridgertons).
August 26th, 2006 at 12:16 pmRegency London’s Dirtiest Jobs - An inside look on how servants assisted their masters when bathing?
Isabel
August 26th, 2006 at 1:19 pmHAHA! This is too funny. Ya’ll are great.
Michelle, love the vampire one.
And the one for Overhaulin’…to cute. And I agree, have no idea how long it took to make a carriage.
I just can’t stop laughing they are too funny.
I like the idea about Men in the city, but afraid women just don’t enjoy the male pov on sex as much lol
August 26th, 2006 at 1:20 pmAh, Regency Starfleet Officers. . . Rakish Commander Riker or James Kirk (for whichever generation you prefer) Prince Regent Darth Vader, French Emperor with a black cape. . . okay, my mind’s too stuck on Star Trek and Star Wars possiblities. LOL
August 26th, 2006 at 1:53 pmLois
OMG, Jennifer! I’m lmao over here… Rakes in the City! Love it!
August 26th, 2006 at 1:55 pmOMG, Jennifer! I’m lmao over here… Rakes in the City! Love it!
Seriously tho’, I’m getting ideas
August 26th, 2006 at 2:05 pmIsabel
Isabel, is your messenger not working? I’m over here yellin at you haha.
August 26th, 2006 at 2:18 pmI’m so glad I came up with this idea. I’m laughing so hard and that is something that always makes a person feel good.
Too funny! Keep the ideas coming!
August 26th, 2006 at 2:20 pmOh I have another one:
The Rake hunter: A Regency clad Stev Irwin wrestles rakish bachelors for desperate Mamas, and their wallflower daughters.
Steve: “Ain’t he a beauty? Now calm down buddy, I ain’t gunna hurt ya, just gunna marry ya to that beautiful Sheelah over yonder.”
Rake struggles and does a death roll.
Wallflower: “I got myself a man!” Does the happy dance.
Just had to put that in there!
August 26th, 2006 at 2:38 pmOH MY GOSH!!! I’m laughing so hard over here I’ve got tears in my eyes. OHHH!!!
Ok that hurt, I had to pause to laugh more and now I’ve got tears rollin down my cheecks from laughing so hard.
That’s a good one.
August 26th, 2006 at 2:49 pmROFL! I love them!
Here are some more:
Who Wants to Marry a Duke?: 12 Regency women compete in competitions, such as Ballroom dancing, party planning, and Evening wear, to see who gets to marry a wealthy Duke. Competition gets cutthroat as they enlist the aid of their matchmaking Mamas..tune in to see who has what it takes to be a Duchess.
Who’s the Earl?: People compete to see who can figure out who the real Earl is and who are the imposters.
August 26th, 2006 at 2:55 pmYou KILL me, Michelle!!!!
Good ones, Jennifer
Isabel
August 26th, 2006 at 4:20 pmRake struggles and does a death roll.
I’m still laughing!!!
Isabel
August 26th, 2006 at 4:53 pmPlanet of the Rakes….(ala Planet of the Apes) A Rogue goes back in time through a water poral, aka fountain and comes back to his present to find the Ton are all now Rakes.. Wait, they already were…..
Design a Manse on a farthing. (design on a dime….)
Bobbies. (bad boys, bad boys, whatcha gonna do….)
The Empire’s Next Top Gangway Model. (Pirates modeling the latest fashions of the high seas.)
similarly, Fashion Plank. Different Pirates and Brigantines vie for top fashion designer.
Hell’s Kitchen, medieval style, Chef du Ramsay beats 10 contestants as they have to hunt and then kill their food to cook for a banquet. It’s to die for. (hang the losers.)
August 26th, 2006 at 5:43 pmHell’s Kitchen, medieval style, Chef du Ramsay beats 10 contestants as they have to hunt and then kill their food to cook for a banquet. It’s to die for. (hang the losers.)
OMG!!!! Hang the losers, ROFLMAO!!!!!
Isabel
August 26th, 2006 at 5:52 pmOh my gosh those are just too funny.
I love the pirate one. I could just see Jack Sparrow modeling the latest fashions haha.
Oh and welcome to our whacky and crazy writing world Michelle. Enjoy your stay.
August 26th, 2006 at 5:56 pmOh this is sooooo funny. And there are a few here that really would make an interesting storyline! I’m so impressed with all the suggestions
A great post after the intense one yesterday!
August 27th, 2006 at 1:37 amYou all are just too funny. I’m sitting here laughing that my sides are hurting
August 27th, 2006 at 5:15 am