Kate's rescue becomes the linchpin of change in her relationship with Castle, and events from that night lead to resolution for them both. **Voted Best Crime Fic on The 12th Precinct Castle Fanfiction Awards.**

I just escaped from possibly the most awkward date in the history of Earth, and I need to decompress. I brought ice cream. And wine. And cupcakes. 1x7, Home is Where the Heart Stops.

SEQUEL TO BLIZZARD! AU. When you want to move slowly in a new relationship, how slow is slow, and how slow is actually TOO slow? Fluff, romance, humor. Updated 2/3/2015.

What happens when Castle asks Kate "Have you ever kissed another woman?" Caskett story with Slashy elements. Set during season five. The story is mine, but the characters and settings are not. They belong to Andrew Marlowe and company, with whom I am unaffiliated.

There were so many things he wanted to say to her but that wasn't a part of their relationship. So he wrote her letters instead, hid them away, never intending for her to read them. Until one day, Kate stumbled upon them by mistake. Complete.

Based off 5x24 Watershed promo. What happens after Castle gives Beckett the ultimatum? With no one to talk to, Beckett puts pen to paper, releasing a floodgate of honest thoughts and raw emotions. Only thing is, he was never supposed to read it. No longer a one shot, now COMPLETE!

A 2x18 'Boom' fic. What if Kate's stay at Castle's loft had gone differently? "She can hear the sound of the tub filling already. His loft has excellent water pressure, naturally, evidenced by the thundering spray echoing throughout the tiled space, putting the drizzle from her own building's ancient, cranky plumbing to shame. Well, no need to worry about that anymore." COMPLETE

Kinda sort of a Post Ep for 5x22 "He needs to talk to someone, ask for help. Richard Castle needs someone to help him, make him not screw this up." TWO-SHOT

Since everyone else is doing one of these, I figure I might as well. based off the most reason episode 5x22. It will be a two parter. The first chapter is short, but the next chapter shall be longer, I promise :)

The reality of spending an entire week in the Hamptons with Kate already has him completely on edge, but when she casually drops her hand to his leg, fingers tracing tantalizing patterns on the inside of his thigh, he's not sure they're going to make it to the beach house without him crashing his car into a ditch. Complete.

AU ending to Season 3. What happens when everything you thought you were working for is suddenly ripped away? The same thing that led to your success leads to your demise? Beckett is forced to reexamine her priorities. Rating is for safety.

To win a date with Richard Castle tell us in a 100 words or less tell us why you want to meet this award-winning author? It was a silly competition that Beckett didn't need to enter,yet why was she staring at the entry form only minutes before the competition closed? Set mid Season 4

There's a new detective in the Precincnt and she's got eyes for Castle. Is Kate jealous enough to do somthing about it? A/U

Prompt based on the unfinished conversation between Castle & Beckett in the isolation tent during 3x16: 'Setup'. "… I wish that I had someone who would be there for me, and I could be there for him, and we could just dive in to it together," she says wistfully." What might have happened next it they hadn't been interrupted... COMPLETE

"Are we going to talk about this?" Beckett asked lifting her chin to turn her sleepy eyes towards him, her cheek pressed against his chest as she cuddled against his side on the couch. "Us," She offered. *post ep for Countdown (s3e17)*

Spoilers for 5x10: 'Significant Others'. Based on the final scene. "She watches Castle's nervous energy spike giddily as he reacts to the relief of getting his life back in order, everyone back in their own little compartment; no bleeding between the lines, no comingling, separate boxes for everything, and everyone in their appropriate place." COMPLETE

This Castle Advent Calendar will be filled with a Caskett story treat - loosely connected ficlets you get to open each day; a countdown to Christmas as we accompany Castle and Beckett through this Christmas season. COMPLETE. Winner of "The 12th Fan Awards 2013" for best holiday-themed story.

Mild Spoilers for 5x09 "Secret Santa" "This Christmas is going to be awesome!" he declares, pressing his fingers over his mouth to contain the excitement that looks ready to fly out of him and race around the room somewhere near the ceiling, like the witch in the Wizard of Oz. Change of Rating to M. COMPLETE

Post-5x06. "You want more kids?" she asks, and it almost comes out like a criticism as she fights to hide her surprise. "Well, I'd like the option." And since that really only leaves the option of 'kids with Kate' hanging in the air, she does the only thing she can do, which is hop right over his declaration and keep on moving like it never happened. COMPLETE

"It's been four months, Beckett. Gates finished it faster than you did." "It's not like I've had a lot of time to read, Castle. Not to mention," she turns, a smooth motion that makes her look almost boneless and wraps her legs around his waist. She slides closer, pressing her lips to his ear. "I was having sex with the author. I think you're well versed in how fast I can finish."

In which an accidental confession reveals much more than Castle intended. Spoilers for 5x10. Complete.

Castle thinks he and Kate are done. A thing of the past. At least that's what he thinks until the writer receives a news that changes everything, forcing him to confront his greatest fear once again. SPOILERS up to Headhunters.

SPOILERS. Pre-5x05 story based on the Promo. "There's such a look of absolute relief on his face when he answers the door to her that Kate allows him to draw her inside by the elbow and enfold her in an all-encompassing hug. But her body is stiff inside his embrace, rigid, and he pulls back after just a few seconds to look at her..." COMPLETE

She arrested him tonight. For the third time. This is the first time it's broken her heart. ***Spec fic for 5x05. Spoilers from US promo only ***

co-authored by Sandiane Carter and chezchuckles. inspired by the Richard Castle Bucket List on richardcastle dot net; set after 47 Seconds/The Limey. Chapter 9b is Bucket List in Paris, posted separately, and to be read before Chapter 10.

Beckett and Castle are together now, but it's still a secret. No problem. Except for the fact that Castle has made the Ledger's List of Most Eligible Bachelors once again. Hmmm...how will this work out? A play on the B plot from episode 2x14, 'The Third Man'.

What if Castle didn't open the door in Always? Time jump after Chapter 1.

The secrets have been exposed, and our favorite duo has split. What happens when they meet one year later? Rated T for future chapters.

Richard Castle and Kate Beckett try to take a long hard look at their relationship, while unknown people are on the warpath. In progress, updates Wednesdays.

Chapter 28. Life goes on and Kate discovers magic is real.

The everyday journey from friendship to a relationship. Post Always.

"Damnit Kate I'm a man, not your personal teddy bear or security blanket. You can't just crawl into my bed every night and expect me to just lay there!" Set in s4; Kate is forced to stay at Castle's place, and things could get awkward... Castle/Beckett fic with plenty of sexual tension and an interesting case that hits a little too close to home for our favorite Detective.

Always SPOILERS. Co-authored by Sandiane Carter and chezchuckles. How Kate Beckett and Rick Castle spend their summer.

"Are you seriously asking for my number, Castle!" A playful look at Castle's misadventures as he tries to work out Beckett's magic number, all before 'I do'. Rated T for safety due to chap.4 content

With no quest and no job there is still a summer to fill, for Kate Beckett that means everything right now is just . . . Castle. Expect snippets of a summer, of a relationship evolving and a love growing confident.

Their footsteps echo in the nearly empty hallways as they make their way to the room that is at once so familiar and yet still feels so strange. Follows "Sweetheart," "The Message," and "The Call." Complete.

Set after the series 3 final. Richard Castle is in mourning for the woman he lost but is everything the way it seems? I'm getting worse at these summaries! Disclaimer: I don't own Castle.

Lanie and Esposito's wedding leads a now broken up Kate and Rick back together, in a very unexpected way.

Set 18 months after 'Always' and things have changed. Meredith attempts to sweep back into Castle's life but she is in for a big surprise!

Castle really should have learned his lesson about giving press interviews by now. They always end with him trying to hide from Beckett.

When Kate teases Castle about how simple writing must be, he challenges her to write something for him. She accepts and decides to shadow him for a couple days at the loft.

Castle may have reason to rethink his bucket list. Maybe #3 Wreck A Ferrari wasn't such a good idea. Or was it? Story goes AU after 47 Seconds. Castle's bucket list can be viewed on his website.

Castle and Beckett make an important promise for the future. Not what you'd expect! Oneshot.

Castle asks Beckett to be his date to the Nikki Heat movie premiere. "It's a date?" "It IS a date."

Beckett is waiting for Castle at the precinct when she gets a call from Alexis and finds herself rushing over to the hospital, after Castle has been involved in a car accident.

COMPLETE: Kate's secret comes out in a hail of blood and bullets. Det Beckett finds herself in the line of fire, and Castle is damned if he's going to let her get shot a second time.

"Are you naked?" Post-season finale. No real spoilers, just speculation. *Now Complete *Now M-Rated

Sometimes things happen that make you view your choices in an entirely different light. And if you're lucky and brave, you'll get the chance to right some of your wrongs. Season 4. Deals with the revelation of Beckett's secret. Chapter 10 now posted.

He lied to keep her safe, from the people who killed her mother and tried to kill her. She lied to save him from her and her brokenness, but now they need each other, because they cant fight the dragon alone and win but together they cant lose...

She made him a promise when she was diagnosed, but keeping it is easier said than done. Follows Castle and Beckett through her cancer treatment. Sequel to "Walk me Through This One." Now Complete.

When the frustration becomes too much it might take a little interference to get Castle and Beckett back on track.

She rolled her eyes and said, 'I'm not letting you out of my sight, Castle.' He flashed her a cheeky grin despite his headache. 'So that means you'll have to watch me sleep'

After a long day at the 12th, Castle is roused from his twisted sheets by a phone call. She needs him. There is no hesitation in what he does next.

Kate should really watch her mouth, as what she said to Castle on the day of Ryan's wedding comes true, only in a way neither of them expected. Expect murder, plenty of funny situations and, of course, more relationship development. Post 4x17 AU.

Castle decided to write James Bond instead of Nikki Heat and so our Detective and Writer went their separate ways. Three years latter they run into each other again. Where do they go from there?

Castle is backing off the sexual innuendo, letting Kate know he'll always be there. Kate is silently seeking and accepting more. A little back and forth. Chapter 52 up 03/19/12! *Reposted 3/20 due to FFnet errors.

Kate tries to gather the courage to tell Rick everything; Gina be damned. A/U Season two finale fic, Gina's appearance in the precinct won't deter Kate from her goal of speaking her heart. Rated T to be safe in later chapters.

"'God, I miss sex' she commented out of nowhere. It surprised him enough that he laughed, although he wasn't entirely sure that was the appropriate reaction. He wasn't used to Beckett talking like that to him." Beckett/Espo, Castle/Beckett & Lanie/Espo

Kate Beckett loses a bet to Richard Castle and finds herself spending the Christmas holidays with him and his family at his cabin, Victory Lodge, in the Catskills. What happens under the Moonlight and Mistletoe? -tons of smut-

The continuing adventures of the married Kate and Rick with twins on the way. Meredith and Gina try to squelch their happiness. If they had only understood Kate better, then maybe they wouldn't have been so foolish. Rating change. R&C wouldn't behave.Oops

CASKETT. When Beckett flirts with someone else, Castle cracks under the pressure.

Castle and Kate make a Christmas party bet at Remy's. Christmas Castle/Beckett fluff. Now COMPLETE!

Kate Beckett can't move on with her life until the wall around her heart crumbles. For some, it might be an insurmountable task, but for her, with Castle at her side, anything is possible. They just have to bring it down brick by brick.

Castle is involved in a car crash and his and Beckett's lives give a 180º turn. With a long recovery ahead, will they become closer or even farther apart? Angst and fluff in equal measure. Enjoy!

Truth cannot hide forever, no matter how hard you might need it too. So what happens when someone's secret finally comes out into light?

Epilogue - Kate and Castle are married with twins and Castle takes a trip down memory lane. Part Two - Kate and Castle are a couple. Part 1 - Alexis runs off to be with Ashley, Kate and Castle follow. Alexis, Kate and Castle - growing up and out together.

A writer, a detective, and her cat ring in the new year. A sequel to "Fluff." Yes, you should probably read that first. COMPLETE.

Set about a year in the future. Alexis has just finished her first semester of college. When Castle picks her up, he has some unexpected news. One thing is for sure: this Christmas is going to be different from any other. LOTS of fluff.

Post-ep for the Wedding. SPOILERS. co-authored by Sandiane Carter and chezchuckles. Multi-chapter.

Based on the promo for episode 4X12. What will happen when it's a very real danger that Castle may be done at the 12th? **Complete**

Castle's tired of waiting. Will his plan of seduction win Kate over? Or will it completely backfire? And you might as well take your best friends down with you! Boys Night out/Girls Night out! Part 3: The Conclusion is now up! Hope I did it justice!

Rick Castle is bring the precinct to the Hamptons for his annual New Year's Eve party. But why didn't he let Kate know he would be gone for the holidays? She's not upset... once she gets an even better invitation!

I've read - and written - lots of stories about Castle taking care of Beckett, but not so many the other way around. I wanted to see how they would act with this role reversed, and this is what came out! Rated T for blood.

A seemingly innocent gift from Castle sends Kate on a journey to rediscover her past and possibly a wall-less future. Post "Cuffed." Romance/Angst/Humour/Friendship.

Christmas time is here - and Castle is determined to coax Beckett into celebrating it with him. Meanwhile, a case with Christmas ties gets in the way.

She kissed him. She hadn't meant to, it just sort of happened. Then she gave him a ride home because the snow was horrible and buses and cabs had mostly stopped running. A Christmas tale, enjoy.

Secret Santa for TheDanishWriter. When a case keeps the team away from their Christmas plans, Castle uses it as an excuse to spend more time with his friends and the woman he loves.

Rick decides that Kate is going to fall in love with him whether she likes it or not.

Ryan's getting married, it's Christmas, and Castle's determined to finally win Beckett. In the same universe of my "My Father's Daughter" story. Caskett. Probably better if you read that story first. rating for safety. discontinued until further notice.

Kate is jealous. Rick is confused. Can they both control their emotions long enough to get what they really want? Season four -

With Jenny and Ryan planning a wedding, crazy things are to ensue for the 12th. Castle and Beckett are closer than ever, and this might be just what they needed to take that final leap. Mild Season 4 spoilers.

Castle and Beckett go undercover at a marriage counseling retreat. M for a reason kids...

How long can she go on pretending when he was always standing right there in front of her. This fic is rated T.

A young actress is killed, at first the body appears untouched, which makes life difficult for the detective and the writer. Castle and Beckett work their way through a web of deceit to find the truth, and end up with more than one kind of confession!

Castle and Beckett settle down to wait out a blizzard together. What will happen when they're trapped together? Romance, injuries... Pure fluff. FINAL CHAPTER! Story is now complete.

COMPLETE at 100. AU: Kate and Castle try to adjust to life as parents. Check out AC's preview video on youtube: /watch?v nARnCrP2Z98 Thanks AC!

How far will Castle go to protect Beckett? Events occur post Knockout. Chapters 12 through 14 now up. Complete.

Castle and Beckett are pledged to be wed. But will a murder case postpone the wedding? Or will they pledge. A one shot about Caslte and Beckett. Rated T for mild sexual content and some language.