Tyson Interviews The Fanfiction Community
~Little A Granger~
"Ladies and gentlemen. I am really excited about todays guest because she is a girl who is recognised as one of the most well-known authors within the fanfiction region. She has written over hundreds of stories and has many years of experience under her belt. She has made us laugh, she has made us cry and she is daring. Plus, she has never been one to shy away from being honest. Please welcome, Little A Granger."
Struggling to step up onto the stage without falling over in her heels, the blonde bit down onto her lower lip and allowed a smile to creep up into the corners of her glossed mouth. "I knew this was a bad idea. But I couldn't find anymore shoes that go with this dress." She admitted as she walked over to her seat quickly. She sat down and then gazed at her host with so much curiosity building up inside her mind.
"Hello." The young woman greeted. "Long time no see."
"This is weird huh?" The host smirked as he gazed at his guest with so much confidence gleaming from his posture. "So come on then. Who is Little A Granger? And what does she do in her life?"
The blonde sat back into her chair and she reflected his stance. She wasn't one to shy away from the spotlight. "My name is Ann and I live in the United Kingdom. I am a team leader at a home for people who struggle with learning difficulties. My job is to make sure they are all safe and well. But I also have to make sure their rights are met. It's pretty hard work sometimes." The authoress replied with so much tiredness staining her voice.
"Holy crap. I don't think many of us saw that coming." Tyson's eyes widened and he uncrossed his legs. "What brought you into the Beyblade fandom then?"
"I came here over 10 years ago because I couldn't settle anywhere. I didn't really have any true friends and I couldn't stand going to school. So I began to search for myself online. Somehow, I ended up here." She shrugged whilst chuckling a little, "I generally think I am very lucky to have stumbled across this place because my life has changed so much."
Tyson tilted his head, "What got you into writing fanfiction then Ann?"
"It was an escape from my reality." The honest guest relied, "I hated my reality, so I clutched onto my imagination and I never let go. I mean, don't get me wrong, I know that I am getting too old to be doing this and I know that I should be settling down with a family. But I just haven't got the strength in my heart to cut the strings because I am too frightened of what it may do to me."
"So does your age bother you?"
"All the time. But I just let that cruel thought drift away to the back of my head because I am here to have a good time and support my friends." Ann smiled weakly and adjusted her seating position to get comfortable. "Sorry, I am such a fidget, I can't sit still for very long. It's part of my anxiety."
Tyson rolled his eyes playfully and he asked the next question, "Who is your favourite author then Ann? And what is your favourite fanfiction to read?" He couldn't wait to hear the answer to this question.
"My favourite author is NoEarlyBird. But my favourite fanfiction to read is 'What happens in the group chat, stays in the group chat' by Kehkr." She then looked over to the crowd briefly to look at their reactions, "I also love reading anything by the people who in my 'favourite author tab' on my profile. You gorgeous people know who you are."
"Hey, it's my job to entertain them. Not you." Tyson waved his hand in front of her face. "Oi, blondie. Who would you write a collab with if you could?"
Shifting her eyes back at the Granger, the producer raised an eyebrow and smirked. "I would love to write a collab with everyone, but I just don't have the time anymore. So I just like to help people improve their stories by proof reading them or handing out some ideas of mine. But if I had to answer that question, I would love to write a collab with NoEarlyBird because she just so good at what she does. I am so jealous of her talent, but I love her too much as a friend to let that get to me. Did I tell you that I've met her..."
"You met a fanfiction author?!" Tyson gasped, "When!?"
"Friday 13th October." Ann winked, "We had a night out on the town. She is the most amazing person I have ever met and I am so grateful to have her in my life. Seriously, that girl is not going anywhere. She is my best friend."
The crowd awww'd and Tyson just nodded his head in amazement. "That's pretty cool. I bet that memory seems like a distant dream now huh? It kind of reminds me of the first time when I met Tala. I seriously had no idea that he was the current world champion until I kicked his butt in the dish." He answered honestly, trying to relate the experience to his own.
Ann laughed, "It's magical huh?"
"You have no idea." Tyson stuck up his thumb and then glanced down to his questions in his lap, "I'm not even gonna ask you who you would 'date' within the community because we all know what happened there."
The crowd then burst out laughing and Ann nodded carelessly. "I think that is the smartest thing you have ever done." She answered and chuckled playfully.
"Pft. Fine, I can make this awkward for you." Tyson winked, "Why do you have a problem with some of the authors who have been here for a LONG time?"
"Was that seriously your best shot?" Ann adjusted her seating position again and grinned devilishly, "I don't like them because some of the ancient authors have this idea that the fandom MUST review their stories or worship the ground they walk on..."
"That seriously happens?" Tyson leaned in, "What?!"
"Oh yea, I cannot STAND that. It reminds of when you walk into a shop and the manager approaches you with this wide and fake smile on his/her lips. Then his/her eyes look like they're going to roll out of their head because he/she is so desperate to have your attention. But anyways, he/she will shove a product in your face and say: 'BUY IT.' It reminds me of what some fanfiction authors do with their work. What they need to understand is that, their work will be recognised by the right audience at the right time." She then paused as the audience started to laugh, "Personally, I wanna see more uniqueness within the community. Seriously, I am drawn to that stuff like a fly on *beep*shit*beep*."
"A fly on...?" Tyson repeated whilst holding in his laughter. "What!? Oh man, you have just heard it here guys. Don't shove your work in Ann's face because she won't read it."
"Haha. I am like a dog chasing a bone when I see people doing their own thing. I love it. It turns me on so bad." She explained without a care in the world, "I think the idea of 'popularity' and 'reviews' does dent the fandom a little. So I tend to stay away from all that… stuff."
"Ooooh Ann." Tyson's jaw flew wide open and he couldn't stop laughing. "Can you give us a name..."
"Don't push your luck." Ann interrupted with a chuckle leaving her throat, "And behave Mr Granger."
The crowd then laughed again and Tyson reached out his hand to pick up his glass of water, "But how do you feel then when people call you a 'legend' or 'amazing author'…." He couldn't finish his sentence because Ann's gaze was burning a hole through his head.
"I hate it." She replied bluntly, "I think it's boring. Besides, I never came here to find 'popularity.' I came here to write stories and make some friends. So that's how I have always been. I'm true to my roots."
The crowd applauded the young woman and she fidgeted again.
"What can we expect from you in the future Ann?" Tyson asked with his eyes softening slightly, "Because after reading your blog, we all can see that you're going through a really rough patch right now."
"It is rough. But I always get through my problems." Ann shrugged, "I am getting stronger and it will get to the point where I will just stop caring about what some people think of. However, I have my friends to help me get through all this, so I am okay. But one thing is for sure, I have so much material to play with because of my current life issues. Seriously, I pity you more than me right now because 'A Champion's Crisis' is about to take a whole new drastic swing."
"Oh man." Tyson gulped, "Well, stay strong dude and take it easy. And lay off the caffeine abit because you just can't sit still."
"You will have to take it from my cold dead hands dude." Ann laughed. "Thanks dude. Carry on making these awesome shows because we all love you."
Tyson highfived her with his free hand and then took a sip of his water, "Ladies and gentlemen. My producer, Little A Granger. Thanks for coming on." He announced before offering out his glass of water to her.
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A/N: I guess this gave people a taste of who I really am xD haha. I am a girl who remains true to her roots. But anyways, thank you so much for the support on this fic guys, it's amazing. If you wanna get involved, let me know through a private message - Granger~