A great fanfiction concept could be that Mark and Juliet start to communicate more after the Christmas incident. Juliet begins to notice Mark's small gestures and kindness in a different light. They could start sharing books, movies, and music, gradually growing closer as friends first. But as they spend more time together, their connection starts to feel deeper than just friendship, which creates a lot of internal conflict for Juliet as she is still married to Peter.
Well, a fanfiction could be set in an alternate universe where Mark and Juliet were childhood friends. They lost touch as they grew up, but then re - meet in the events of 'Love Actually'. This time, Mark doesn't hold back his feelings and tells Juliet right away. Juliet is initially shocked but then realizes that she has some feelings for Mark too. However, they have to deal with the fact that Juliet is engaged to Peter, and this love triangle becomes the central conflict of the fanfiction.
Another plot idea might be a time - skip in the fanfiction. Say, years after the events in the movie, Mark and Juliet meet again by chance. Juliet is now divorced, and Mark has never really moved on. They start to re - explore their relationship, but this time there are new obstacles like their own insecurities and the judgment of their friends and family.
In some fanfictions, Mark and Juliet might start a friendship that gradually turns into a love story. They could bond over their shared love for art or music. For example, they might attend a concert together and during that time, have a heart - to - heart conversation that makes them see each other in a new light. And from there, their relationship blossoms in a way that's different from the movie.
Archive of Our Own (AO3) is a great site for fanfiction. It has a large collection of 'Love Actually' fanfictions, including ones about Mark and Juliet. The site is well - organized, and you can easily search for the specific pairing you're interested in.
First, understand the characters well. Mark is a quiet, reserved guy with deep feelings, and Juliet is a bit more outgoing and in love with Peter, but also perceptive. Start with a strong premise, like what if Mark's love for Juliet was discovered by Peter? Then, build the story slowly. Show their interactions, like Mark's shy glances at Juliet. And use the setting of the movie, the Christmas time, to add to the mood.
For Mark, we could show his growth by having him become more confident in expressing his emotions. In the movie, he was very shy and reserved. In the fanfiction, he could start taking risks in his relationships, not just with Juliet but also with his friends. Maybe he joins a social club and learns how to communicate better.
One interesting plot idea could be exploring what happens to the characters a few years after the events in the movie. For example, how Mark and Juliet's relationship might have evolved. Maybe they become closer friends and Mark finally finds his own true love with someone new who he meets through Juliet's social circle.
Some interesting fanfiction ideas for 'Carve the Mark' could be based on character crossovers. Imagine if a character from another science - fiction or fantasy story entered the world of 'Carve the Mark'. How would they interact with Cyra and Akos? Another idea is to write a story that focuses on the cultural traditions of the different races in the book. For instance, you could explore in more detail the Shotet's traditions of scarring and what they truly mean. You could also write a fanfic that takes place during the time when the main characters are children, showing their early experiences and how they shaped their personalities.
One idea could be a story about their baby growing up in a world where the feud between the families still lingers. The baby could be a symbol of hope for peace. Maybe the baby has unique powers that help bring the two families together.
Another plot could be that a new character, a mischievous gnome, arrives in the gardens and tries to create chaos between Gnomeo and Juliet. They have to work together to overcome this new threat and prove their love is stronger. Well, in the fanfiction world, you can really expand on the original story's themes of love and rivalry in a more creative way. You can also introduce new gnome families or settings that add more depth to their relationship and the world they live in.
A Gnomeo and Juliet crossover fanfiction could involve crossing over with a magical school setting, like Hogwarts. Gnomeo and Juliet could be students there, learning magic and dealing with the typical school dramas, all while trying to keep their relationship a secret. Or they could cross over with a world of talking animals. They'd have to communicate and cooperate with these animals to overcome challenges and continue their love story.