Hi, everyone!

Welcome to the latest update on the QAF universe. xie_xie_xie is taking a little break from the newsletter, but I'll do my best to step into her exquisite shoes.

Here's a taste of what's going on right now....

Firstly, qaf_comingout is a good starting point for anyone new to QAF fandom or to IJ, and from there you can explore the many amazing QAF asylums. Fandom anniversaries are also celebrated there, so don't forget to check back! Coming soon, qaf_marathons will be hosting marathon sessions especially aimed at those on the European side of the pond (but of course, open to all). Keep an eye open for updates! qaf_prompts September's prompt was Moving, come see the fics, or maybe you'll be tempted by the latest prompt Britin Icons and Graphics! The latest challenge theme at qaf_icons is #35 the color blue (blue clothing, blue lighting, blue textures...are you tempted yet?) - or try your hand at the anonymous icon competion there. Voting for anonymous challenge #34 is currently under way. And michira_70's couples icons should have something for everybody - look out for bonus couple #37! And if that doesn't satisfy your need for more icons, try iconics and see the icons other fans recommend. teh_daily_love hosted our favourite caps of love and qaf_art_dept has wallpapers and headers to drool over. Upcoming challenges: Firstly, qaf_challenges, where the theme is weather. Snowed in at Britin? A hot beach vacation??? The closing date for entries is October 31st, and more details of the challenge are here. Secondly, qaf_scavenger's Fall Contest is in progress, entries are due on October 28th. Anyone for some qaf_crackfic? dottie_jane has been posting a doggie-verse that will have you cleaning your monitor ;) And most recently, a Ted/Blake cat-fic too. How about the latest meme - comment fic? Click below the banner for more details..... The Brian Kinney Comment Fic Meme. Click to play! qaf_coffeeclub still has the greatest discussions: from the disappearance of Brian's shell bracelet, to Romantical Brian, with a side of Emmett's fashion sense! Fic recs: qaf_retread's got 'em! Recently mentioned in despatches - "Ding Dong the Witch is Dead" by jane2005, "Everyone Needs a Little Boost Sometimes" by demented_queen and testdog65's "What it's Like". There's always good reading matter at _love_qaf_fic. The theme for challenge #135 at qaf_drabbles was song lyrics, and what a treat we had with a wide range of entries. Next up, the theme for challenge #136 is Emmett. Graphics in this issue: BK meme banner by florida_minxie; Justin painting by qafmaniac; Brian and Justin by in_ahaze; Happy Halloween and Rodney & Vic by michira_70; Hunter by pfodge.