Trying to find the top-rated Snowbaz fics on Archive of Our Own, especially ones with great post-canon arcs or alternate endings for Simon and Baz. Any favorites?
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For the best Snowbaz fanfic on AO3, you’ll want to sort the fandom tag by kudos and check out the top works—classics like ‘Carry On’ and ‘Any Way the Wind Blows’ have huge, dedicated followings for a reason. Speaking of complicated relationships with a contractual twist, I recently got into ‘The Alpha’s Bastard Bride’, which centers on a werewolf alpha forced into a political marriage with a human woman he’s been raised to despise; their hostile coexistence and the secrets she keeps create a tense, compelling dynamic that reminds me of the best enemies-to-lovers tension in fan spaces.
As a longtime lurker in the fandom, I’d argue 'Tempest in a Teacup' by wholockinwonderland deserves more hype. It’s a Regency AU where Simon’s a pirate (!!) and Baz is the exasperated noble tasked with arresting him. The banter is top-tier, and the slow reveal of Baz’s family secrets through letters adds so much depth. Also, Simon teaching Baz to swear in pirate slang? Iconic.
If you prefer shorter fics, 'Five Times Baz Almost Kissed Simon (And One Time He Did)' by aralias is a classic. Each moment builds this aching tension—like Baz staring at Simon’s lips during a spelling bee—until the payoff is pure serotonin.
Finding the 'best' Snowbaz fanfiction is like hunting for hidden treasure—it totally depends on what vibe you're craving! Personally, I keep coming back to 'The Weather Inside' by sevdrag. It's this gorgeous slow burn where Simon and Baz are forced to share a dorm during a magical snowstorm, and the tension is chef's kiss. The way the author nails Baz's inner monologue—so sharp and vulnerable at the same time—makes it feel like canon.
Another gem is 'Any Way the Wind Blows' by cutekilla, which reimagines their post-Carry On relationship with hilarious texting mishaps and epic romantic gestures. The dialogue crackles with their usual wit, and there’s a scene involving a disastrously romantic rooftop confession that lives rent-free in my head. Honestly, AO3’s Snowbaz tag is a goldmine—just sort by kudos and dive in!
Oh, I’ve fallen down this rabbit hole hard! If you want angst with a capital A, 'Runaway Train' by itsjustmed is brutal in the best way. Baz running away from Watford, Simon chasing him across the country—it’s got road trip vibes, emotional breakdowns in rainy motel rooms, and this raw, unfiltered love that punches you in the gut. The author plays with magical realism too, like Baz’s shadow literally reaching for Simon’s.
For fluffier fare, 'Coffee and Contemplation' by twigofwillow is my comfort read. Post-canon, they run a café together, and the domesticity kills me. Baz grumbling about latte art while Simon befriends every customer? Perfection.
My dark horse pick? 'The Blood in You' by cherryhearts, where Simon gets turned into a vampire instead of Baz. The role reversal lets Baz’s guilt and protectiveness shine, and there’s this haunting scene where Simon hesitates to bite him because he’s scared of losing control. The prose is lyrical, almost poetic—lots of moonlight and crimson metaphors. Perfect if you want pining with teeth.
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