This is a combined effort of three writers to give a fresh spin on how the series could have started, progressed. It's totally AU, will follow canon's overall theme, but differences are made to make the story work, including dates and ages of characters. It starts immediately before the first episode, What if RC and KB knew each other before the Launch Party?

There was a strange kinship between them. This whole situation was… different. He tightened his hold around her, seeming to draw strength from her sudden affection. She drew comfort from the scratch of his stubble against her cheek.

This conversation takes place sometime after "Still" and "The Squab and the Quail." I always thought a conversation between Castle and Beckett about where their relationship was going would have been interesting to watch. Instead, Beckett got the answer to her question in the form of a proposal, which was still pretty great.

Surviving Paraguay was the hardest thing Gibbs and McGee had ever done in their lives. Coming home might just be the second hardest. Gibbs and McGee have to deal with the aftermath of their imprisonment as they try to get back to 'normal.' Set between House Divided and Twofer.

Oneshot between Jack Sloane and Gibbs When one is in pain, what does one other do to make that go away?

What would have happened if it had been Jack at the top of the stairs at the end of 'Daughters' instead of Ziva? An alternate ending to the season finale and a look at everything Gibbs and Jack have endured over the past year, and the conversation that should have happened between Gibbs and Ellie.

A few days away, unexpected company, confined quarters, and unexpressed feeling.

Gibbs loses a bet to Jack and has to use a smartphone for a week. Jack makes it more interesting, teaching him a thing or two in the process.

Jack could feel her breathing speed up, she feared that if he stalled any longer she might actually start to hyperventilate. Smoldering blue eyes met hers, the uncertainty in them a surprising change. Placing a hand on his chest, she could feel his heart hammer against his ribs. Grabbing a fist full of his dark blue Marine hoodie she pulled him closer. Established Slibbs tags.

Loosely related events in the developing relationship fo Sloane/Gibbs. Some based on spoilers for season 16.

Jack has never admitted how she feels about Gibbs, not even to herself. Will she admit it when a friend shows an interested in Gibbs?

Why doesn't Jack want anyone to know about her relationship with Gibbs?

Jack finally figures out a way to show Gibbs how she feels about him.

Two broken people find a way to mend.

Gibbs & McGee's Journey Home From Paraguay - A lot happened to get home physically, but it's an even longer journey to return emotionally and psychologically. Covers from the end of 15x1 to the start of 15x2 with an epilogue. As canon as possible, appearances from most characters.

Countdown (3x17) AU from when Castle defuses the bomb. "She isn't thinking when she lets her feet carry her across the small distance separating them; she just acts on pure, raw instinct, wrapping her arms around his neck once more, only this time she pulls him down and captures his lips with hers."

'It isn't smart, isn't safe, but she can barely feel her fingers, her toes, as it is, and her mind is numb with him. It's worth a walk in the cold.' Early season 8 AU. Two shot.

"When you called this morning, you said 'Tell me that you need me.'" She pauses at his sharp inhale, but quickly continues, as if she'll lose her nerve if she stops. "And I didn't say anything because it threw me off guard, then the rest of the day happened. But I do need you." A 4x07 post-ep. AU. COMPLETE

Ever since she lifted the phone to her ear this morning and he said 'tell me you need me,' she's been acutely aware of just how badly she does need him. Alternate ending for 4x07. One shot.

"Castle's eyes are noticeably darker when she turns to find him in the doorway of her bedroom. There's a storm brewing all around them, but he carries one of his own inside." An AU take on 5X01. Please note the rating.

I've been Struggling with this one a while; suggestions welcome Incomplete Birthday Celebration Fic

So what happens when Catherine and Gil finally come to terms with their feelings, will they explode and let it wash over them, or will they let it slip away?- UPDATED JULY 17/08

Gil and Lady Heather meet again. Mild to moderate sensual BDSM in later chapters.