Social media algorithms are meant to boost engagement by evoking a reaction without factoring in the nature of that reaction, which is exactly why certain online spaces like fan fiction hub AO3 remain refreshing due to their omission.
fourth season earlier this year sparked a discourse on fandom that has felt nonstop. The show introduced a new generation to fan culture. Those well-acquainted with it have watched the younger generation be baffled by the likes of cosplay, head cannons, and fan art. So, it’s no surprise one of the biggest topics popping up on my Twitter feed has been fan fiction and the lack of algorithms in fan spaces.
The algorithms show you things they think are relevant—and most importantly—things that evoke a reaction. If you’re on TikTok, you know going viral is terrifying as your video moves out of your niche and into a not-so-nice corner of the platform who pile on without remorse. Meanwhile, one of my friends never shows up on my FYP or even Friends page despite us both following each other, so I have to manually go to their page every now and then to show support.
Plus, the acclaim you get on fan fiction forums is not like being an influencer. You’re not going to get brand deals—unless you want to get sued, you’re not earning anything from fan fiction. Legally, fan fiction is such a gray area as you’re using someone else’s characters, lore, and world. A lot of public figures don’t approve of it—most notably, the latethe only thing keeping these spaces from being shut down is the fact that they’re not for profit.
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