Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fanfic

Noun
/ˈfænˌfɪk/
Definition
Fanfic is a form of creative writing in which fans of a particular book, movie, TV show, or other media create their own stories using the characters and settings from the original work.
Examples
  • Many fans write fanfic to share their interpretations of characters’ relationships.
  • She spent her weekends immersed in reading fanfic about her favorite series.
  • The online community is filled with talented writers producing engaging fanfic.
Meaning
Fanfic allows fans to explore their favorite universes in new ways and express their creativity by imagining scenarios that didn’t occur in the original story.
Synonyms
  • Fan fiction
  • Fan literature
  • Derivative fiction