As the team separates for the holidays, they realize that family is more than the genes you share. Not slash, friendship fic only. Written for Yetanothercriminalmindsfanat ic for the CMSecretSanta on Tumblr.

Dave has a new super power and all he wants to do is use it, much to Penelope's chagrin. Follow up to Smirk. Inspired by a comment from Arses21, thank you.

Dave always calls her Garcia when in company and Kitten when they are alone on the phone. He rarely uses her first name and now we know why.

Erin is no longer able to keep the secret she's lived with for thirty one years. How will it affect not just Dave, but also Spencer and the rest of the BAU? And will either man be able to find it in his heart to forgive and accept her for who she really is? Inspired be Classic Erynn on Facebook.

"Jump in front of the bullet for me?" Calmed by the smile on her face, Dave again kissed her lips. "Always."

Set before the events of Hit 'Send' - it's Christmas and the rest of the team have gone except for JJ, Rossi finds out why

Aaron Hotchner and David Rossi say goodbye...

Hotch finds himself in a taboo relationship. He's dating his best friend's adopted daughter. How long can they keep it secret? Rated M Warning: contains an "adult" relationship between an adult and a LEGAL aged teen. Contains non-sexual spanking of teens and young adult. Plus, some violence/self-harm (nothing gory or too detailed). I do not own CM, only my own original characters.

This is my take on the S11 finale "The Storm" adding and changing a few scenes. This is a straight up Criminal Minds story with no OC's.

Short story on how Jessie came to use her paternal name using some of the dialogue between Joy and Rossi from Season 10 and 11.

Rossi recruits an overactive, juvenile, lovable young man, whom he has a past with, to the BAU. Follow as Agent Alex Marco tries to find his place in the BAU family. Warning: Non-sexual spanking of adults. Rated for adult language and suggested themes. Hiatus.

Post Ep for Minimal Loss - She snuggles into his arms, enjoying the safety of being wrapped in his embrace. It's not a luxury they allow themselves to indulge in while on the job, and this is the first time they've ever been anything less than professional.

Dave's life is perfect until an old friend dies and leaves him his two daughters. How does he find his way as a new father and how does the team help him?

This is how the world ends . . . This is how the world ends. Not with a bang, but with a website. The team gets Facebook, and the games begin (Oneshot. No prompt, no pairings. Just pure, sweet, ridiculous, unadulterated crack.)

The cases are never fully closed. Tag to 10x21 ("Mr. Scratch"). Spoilers within.

Post-Ep for 10x21 "Mr. Scratch". One Shot. Though he is in police custody, Peter Lewis is still wreaking havoc inside the mind of Aaron Hotchner. *NOMINEE: BEST HOTCH/ROSSI & BEST POST-EP - 2015 PROFILER'S CHOICE AWARDS*

Rossi's story on his evolution of his feelings for a fellow colleague and friend and how he struggles to get over them. Rossi/Emily friendship/one-sided romance. (Story #3 in the For You, Always Universe-Need not have read FYA or Conflicted to read this one). Chapter 24 is new! 2013 Profiler Choice Award Winner for Best Rossi/Emily Story.

Dave spends the day with Kai.

The truly phenomenal thing about change is the journey we take to get from who we were to who we are. With the Rossi household slowly working to find it's niche in the world, Dave and his daughter Rori may have to take a couple more adventures before anything is finalized. Part 5 of the Tarot Series [WARNING: Discussions and topic of sexual assault starting in chapter 8 on]

The team finally meets Joy.

Rossi's changed as seen from JJ's point of view. This is NOT a Rossi/JJ story. I can't see that pairing. Just my opinion. Mention of Strauss.

Short story/ Dave and Joy share, while getting to know each other. May be multiple stories.

Saturdays consist of sleeping in, spending hours in the kitchen perfecting his grandmother's recipes, and watching old movies in bed. Stolen Moments Series Part 2

Finally he spoke; so soft she almost didn't hear him. "Erin, should I be worried?"

"Just keep an open mind while you're here. Let his actions show you how much he's changed and for the record, Andy and David are still thick as thieves.

Katie thinks he failed them. Jessie understands he has feelings.

Jessica Strauss has questions about Erin and David's marriage.

JJ and Rossi take their relationship one step further during a memorable night at Rossi's cabin. Established Jossi, ONESHOT

With David laid up from a broken hip, it's up to Erin to represent them at a colleague's baby shower. But will giving into temptation be a wise thing to do, right before the party?

Three times Penelope Garcia found Strauss and Rossi together, and the one time she found him alone.

"Erin, uh, used to always take her work home with her." The statement hung in the air, the emotion evident in his shaking voice. Rossi/Strauss *Takes place during The Inspiration 9x01*

*Re-write* On a summer afternoon, two teenagers arrive at the BAU claiming to be David Rossi's daughters. The problem? He didn't know that they existed; until now.

Wherein Emily's horrid coffee making skills are proven useful to Rossi's memory.

When Hotch lands in the hospital with a possible concussion, Rossi keeps him company, and they tell each other stories of their childhoods to keep his mind active.

Rossi has a problem so JJ volunteers to help him out but they end up helping each other in more ways than one...

"Can we concentrate on enjoying this beautiful Saturday and each other?"

They were in love, they were happy, until someone tried to destroy it all. Rossi/Garcia matching. NOW COMPLETE! NOTE: Chapters 1 - 6 have been re-uploaded.

Jack Hotchner discovers something in the woods at Dave's cabin. While this is very much a standalone piece, it is an off-shoot of my story "Full Circle". And yes, its Aaron and Dave as married partners. I'm honest with my readers. Yet, this is a little fluff one-shoot that sprang into my head. Note the rating.

She always had a way of leaving when things got tough or out of her control, would she now?

When he's taken hostage, the team finds out he's not always okay just because he's Rossi.

It's Erin's birthday and Dave's away.

Are they or aren't they

His silence seems to make her happy.

What would you pay for love?

4x17 Aftermath/ -She feels ashamed and broken. She's drowning.-/ Emily P.& David R.

Erin misses Dave, he's out of town. She does something very unStrauss like.

Spencer, Aaron, and David are all mourning the Christmas season, but when the ghosts of their loves come back to see them on Christmas Eve, how will things play out? Three or Four shot. Main Characters are Spencer, Aaron, and David but it will include the team. I might change the rating later on...

Dave talks to Erin after a case. One shot

Things get tense between JJ and Will when she rejoins the team. Will believes Rossi brought her back with ulterior motives in mind, JJ thinks he's crazy. What happens when Will's fears do come true and Rossi does have another thing in mind? JJ/Rossi Ch 21 is New! Nominated for Best JJ/Rossi during the 2012 Profiler's Choice Awards, hosted by CCOAC forum. Complete.

Erin Strauss' daughter talks about meeting David Rossi. one shot

Reid buys a Christmas tree and Rossi comes to the rescue with decorations. Together the friends decorate while talking of the past and hoping for the future.

Christmas one shot about a Rossi/Strauss Christmas. It includes the team as well. Written for 2013 Criminal Minds Christmas Fic Gift Exchange for Pandorabox82

Set 4 years after "A Christmas Carol", the angels are on a mission to save Dave and Em. But with time running out and Fate determined to have its way, will the former lovers be able to make amends and finally have the happy ending that was denied them? Co-written with Mattdawg. COMPLETE!

Erin thought that she was going to be alone that Christmas, as no one had reacted to her resurrection well. Then a special Christmas gift arrives, and yet she still wonders, will David come and join her? Written for Fairytales1981

Christmas surprises abound when JJ and Hotch end up together. But neither was expecting this many! Written for whiteswan as part of the JJ/Hotch Safe Haven Christmas Exchange, all prompts used!

Dave steals something to save a soul.

This sequel to "Damaged" finds Rossi and Garcia the morning after *Written for the Profiler Choice Awards*

Dave Rossi takes his stepson to Opening Day at Nationals Park

When Dave Rossi attends his step-daughter's graduation, he gets a surprise he never expected!

Jessica Strauss discovered something painful about Dave Rossi's past, and this discovery changes how the Strauss children see their step-father.

Never tease your new husband in a public restaurant...or he'll just be itching to get you home. !ONE SHOT! Borderline Rating is T/M

JJ's already missed her chance once, she's not about to let it happen again. Written to promote the Profiler Choice Awards

Just a short one shot with Hotch and my OMC Matt Taylor sharing surgical dream stories. Basically, its two friends that trust each other, talking to each other.

Dave is surprised to find Emily standing on his doorstep, speaking words of wisdom in his ear. Written to promote the Profiler Choice Awards

JJ's meeting with Hotch interrupts an important question from Rossi *Written for the Profiler Choice Awards*

Emily shows up at Rossi's late one night *Written for the Profiler Choice Awards*

After seeing Rossi mope around following Erin's death, Penelope can't help but be intrigued when his mood suddenly turns around. Written to promote the Profiler Choice Awards!

David comes home to find someone waiting for him. But will he be able to believe that this is really happening to him? Written for the CCOAC Strangeness of September challenge.

One shot request for tea-is-liquid-wisdom. What if Rossi had saved Carolyn after she had taken the pills?

Rossi helps Garcia after an encounter with Kevin and his new girlfriend. *written for the Profiler Choice Awards*

Erin is making her first public appearance since her brush with death at the hands of the Replicator. Dave swoops in to protect her. Will his protection be enough to make her feel comfortable enough to tell the whole team their joyous news?

During the events of the bank robbery, Erin must deal with the various emotions that the drama bring about in her. Can Penelope help her to realise that she did not make the wrong call - in her personal life and her professional life? *set during Hit/Run*

When Dave and Erin's daughter gets back from trick or treating, she asks for a story about when he first knew he loved Erin. Will the story reveal more than either of them had bargained for?

When Alex gets news that the Replicator has injured one of their own, she is no longer able to hide her feelings for that person. But will she be able to handle the wrath that David Rossi unleashes on her? *Re-do of the season finale*

A continuation of Season 8, Episode 8, "The Wheels on the Bus". Dave/Pen pairing, romance. There is spanking, slight bondage, and light restraint mentioned. Please be aware and skip if it bothers you as warnings will be posted in front of chapters containing such. Romance, Humor, Friends, Flirts, Teasing. And, apparently I'm horrible at summaries! *grin* Please, read and enjoy.

Being at her grave, Rossi some thoughts about Strauss and the members of the BAU.

Six weeks after the events in New York, JJ and Dave reflect on the death of Erin Strauss

After Joan prods her mother to comfort Fran Montgomery, Helen takes it on as her personal mission to do so. But will the sort of comfort she finds herself giving be what the woman needs?

The day has finally arrived, and Erin is going to marry the love of her life. Will she be able to make it through the ceremony without revealing her wedding gift to David?

Erin finds herself stuck in her office when all she wants is to go home and have her reunion with David. Will the sweet anticipation of his touch be enough to sustain her until she can go to him?

Erin's battle with sobriety isn't an easy one, but with some newfound support, she might just make it through.

In light of some news, Erin relives some of her fondest memories. First Strauss story. Warnings: smut and a slight tear jerker

Rossi has a declaration to make. This is an alternate ending to the Season 8 Finale. Warning, spoilers may be found inside. Warning: Character Death. Rossi/Erin. One-shot, written for the CCOAC forum death-fic challenge.

Rossi find Strauss before she dies. He's been loving that woman so long, he doesn't know how to stop loving her, even for death. Erin knows her life is ending but she can't leave this world without telling David how she feels one more time. You might need a tissue, or a box as Strauss and Rossi get a few quiet moments together as they say a final goodbye. Character Death warning.

A series of vignettes in which the members of the BAU deal with the aftermath of the Replicator case. Major spoilers for the season 8 finale.

Spoilers for "The Replicator". This is the third time Dave Rossi's lost someone close to him and he's not sure he can do it again. Strauss/Rossi

One-shot of David and his wife. Don't want to give too much away.

'And now, the end is here, and so I face the final curtain'. RIP David Rossi. A story of David's funneral and wake seen from both David and his friends perspectives. Entry for the Dearly Departed challenge on CCOAC. Beta'd but as always views appreciated.

Dave has an interesting encounter in an unexpected place. Written for the "Everything's Coming up…Flowers" April Challenge at Chit Chat on Author's Corner.

When Prentiss visits from London, she realizes how much she misses home. (Mentions of M/G, Hotch/Beth, JJ/Will, Reid/OC). Now Complete!

David had promised Erin that he would never her go. She was going to have to hold onto that promise in the dark hours after his death. Written for the May CCOAC challenge.

One-shot. In a dire situation, sometimes all you can do is trust the profile. Set before Prentiss' "Doyle" arc.

Friendship, Family, Comfort. David Rossi and Emily Prentiss. May contain a slight spoiler for those that haven't watched CM past season 4 or 5. This is an answer to the Flower Challenge on the CM forum. First time I've written lengthily about Emily Prentiss outside of a smut challenge and I'm a day past deadline. Hope you enjoy! KK

Aaron wants to ensure Dave knows just how much he means to him. Written for the "Everything's Coming up…Flowers" Challenge at Chit Chat on Author's Corner. Established Hotch/Rossi relationship.

Rossi and Gideon face off each other in a game-show like competition with Hotch, Reid, Garcia, and Derek as the judges and JJ as the host!

Emily stares out the window in her flat, lost in thought

Aaron and David have been together for three months. When David comes over to cook, Aaron thinks it's time to ask him something. But what will he ask? And how will the rest of the evening go? Read to find out!

At Morgan and Garcia's wedding, Rossi finds it hard to keep the feelings he has for JJ from breaking his heart.

Before, he gave her these mulligans because he knew this was the only way she could deal with it, because those were her terms and he'd accepted them long ago, because these little stolen moments were better than nothing, because she understood him and touched him in ways that no one else has, because she was a heady drug and he was a needy addict. But that was then. This is now.

He closes his eyes. He's not sure if he will awaken again. His body is motionless, wounded, connected to a machine that controls his heartbeat. He can hear the ambulance siren around. It's the soundtrack of his, more than likely, final battle. Death Character. ONESHOT.

David Rossi, esteemed author and legendary Profiler has returned to the BAU. However all his skills fail to help him understand the youngest of his new colleagues, Dr Reid. In despiration he reaches out to Derek Morgan, can he help Dave understand the obsessional Genius? Written for nebula2. Views appreciated. Voted 'Best Rossi/Morgan' 2013 Profilers' Choice Awards.

"What is going on here, Rossi?" The Italian shook his head. He sighed and then rubbed the palms of his hands down his denims. "It was the Unsub. You tailed him down an alley. We radioed you from somewhere still in the building but you didn't respond. That's when we found you. Like this…"

The BAU has a day-off of work, so Dave is making a big dinner to celebrate the occasion. But it will take a strange twist when Reid and the new agent -Alison Hastings -make a bet in the middle of the dinner. The guys will play a not-so typical game. Prequel to "A Dangerous Game"

It may not be everything Rossi always wanted, but it was more than he ever thought he'd have.

JJ and Dave are suppose to be on vacation but a sudden storm has other ideas for them.

When Dave begins to act very suspicious around Valentine's Day, Erin begins to feel like she's being stepped out on. Then Penelope takes her to Cupid's Arrow so that she can see what is really going on.

One of his best friends from the Core is dead , David is pledged with the task of taking care of Tom Young's family. But this task... How can he do this, for a woman that's been in his heart since before she could throw a deadly pitch? Riske love, may not be suited or some. If you think it's wrong please don't read )

Spoilers for "The Wheels" What happens after Rossi brings Garcia to his house for a drink of Scotch. For karenmiller1972 she fed my muse.

It's Christmas time and all of Garcia's well-laid plans for the season have come undone. Rossi steps in with a few plans of his own. Written for Challenge 27 - 2012 Christmas Gift Fic Exchange - sorschamalfoy's present. CM Couple : David Rossi/Penelope Garcia - Song Prompt : I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas - Other Prompts : Snow, Wreath, Christmas tree (All used)

*Final story in the Christmas in Maine series* It's Christmas time again, and Dave and Erin have all their family together to celebrate the season. Will being trapped inside once more bring the same sense of love and peace that it brought last year?

After Rossi comes out of the interrogation on his birthday and he goes outside, he sees something that he wasn't expecting. Events occur after of 7x22, Profiling 101 and before 7x23, Hit.

Can a Christmas party bring together two BAU team members? CCOAC Christmas Gift Exchange Fic for Animationnut.

What I think happened when Penelope went to Rossi's for Scotch and Tony Bennett...I don't own a thing

After one year of dating, Pen is asked to play Mrs. Claus to Rossi's Santa, and wonders if her Christmas wish to hear those three little words will ever come true. Christmas story one-shot request for Vonnie G. COMPLETE!

Is the pen really mightier than the sword? (I'm not good at summaries!) Can a teenage love letter change David Rossi?

Sexual tension has been brewing for 25 years. Can the stubborn Italian and BAU Ice Queen finally get it together? Yelling, crying, tears. So really just another day at the office. Please review. Beta'd by Alix33

There was a reason Erin Strauss favored her son. He was a living reminder of the man she loved and lost. She loves her daughters also, but their father never held as special a place in her heart. She'd been blessed to get a second change with him, but there was a time when her son and memories were all she would ever have of David Rossi.

*13th in the Christmas in Maine series* It's Thanksgiving time at the BAU and Erin had gathered everyone together to celebrate the blessings they have each experienced in the past year. And, she hopes, that this is finally the time that she and Alex Blake begin to bury the hatchet. Will her wish come true?

A talk between David and Erin the night before the wedding reveals hidden secrets and past misunderstandings. I marked this story as incomplete as maybe one day the characters will decide to visit this universe again. This story does talk about child abuse. I hope you enjoy.

The team lectures in the class of my OFC Caitlyn Hotchner. This is another sequel to my "Family" series but this is very much a standalone piece. Very team oriented.

David Rossi has many loves. *written for ilovetvalot's birthday* Contains Rossi/Strauss, Rossi/Prentiss, Rossi/Garcia, Rossi/Seaver, and Rossi/JJ *kidfic of sorts*

Even though Erin hates scary movies, she still consents to seeing one with her lover. But only Dave knows how to comfort her best when the nightmares come. Written from the wonderful prompts of Bren Gail.

What happens when Dave's parents find out about their son's relationship with Aaron Hotchner? 2nd sequel to 'Let Me Give You A Hand'; Promotional fic for the Profiler's Choice Fanfiction Awards.

SSA David Rossi finds himself under attack by an unknown assailant with ties to militant group from his days as a Marine.

At the FBI Halloween party, Ashley decides that now is the time to make her move and claim the man of her dreams, despite all the rumors that say he's with another woman now. Will she be able to handle the outcome of what happens or will she still see only what she wants to?

AU sequel to Departing Sun. Emily visits Hotch's grave on the first anniversary of his death. She brings with her a special visitor. Emily/Rossi and Emily/Sean friendship. COMPLETE.

Dave had been hiding his feelings for a certain Tech Goddess for the past few years, thinking that there was no way she could possibly return his feelings, will a simple day at the beach change all that?

Penelope and JJ have a surprise for Dave when he returns to his home after his annual prison visit. PLEASE NOTE: The full story won't be posted here, but on TWCS and AO3. See Author's Note or my profile page for details.

David realizes that he has had the life he always wanted, in his last moments of life. POV David

Rossi decided to have a BBQ for the team, since they worked so hard on the latest case. Everyone is having a good time, but Rossi finds out some news that he can't stomach.

This is a CM fanfiction, with my established OMC Matt Taylor. Note the name and he does have a big brother, hence the crossover and a few CSI:NY characters are involved. And while the whole CM gang will be here, this story is basically about the two brothers and their families spending some time together.