With its possibilities for blogging, the internet is a great platform for sharing the things you are passionate about. You can write about food or books for sport, for instance, and share your thoughts with others who have similar interests. These days, fans of certain movies or television shows don't even have to go to conventions anymore to meet like-minded individuals. You can simply share your passion online with a blog for fandoms.
Name it and there will be a fandom for it. It can be a band, a sports team, a movie, a television series or a book. It can even be a genre, such as manga from Japan. Many fans share their passion through newsletters and fanzines. Others create events where you may meet the objects of your passion. Some fans are so enthusiastic that they may seem a little crazy.
Probably the most famous fandom is the one known as Trekkies. These are fans of the 'Star Trek' television series and films. They organize conventions where they dress up as their favorite characters, including Captain Kirk or Spock. Some have learned to speak Klingon, a language developed specifically for the series, and there are even Klingon versions of great Shakespeare plays.
Just like you can prefer either the Porsche or the Ferrari, you can prefer the Enterprise or the Millennium Falcon. Those who opt for the latter are 'Star Wars' fans. These are people who won't think twice about paying several thousand dollars for an original figurine or Storm Trooper helmet. They also have a fondness for light sabers.
Some people don't like sports cars but prefer something with more character. In science fiction fandom terms, these are the people who prefer the Serenity, the spaceship from the series 'Firefly'. This was a so-called space Western that lasted only one season but got fans as famous as the gang from 'The Big Bang Theory'. 'Firefly' fans are called Browncoats and they often take part in charity events, raising large amounts of money. They will also tell you all about the wonders of the Jayne hat.
Fantasy has earned quite some devoted fandoms too. Among these are the devoted 'Game of Thrones' fans who can draw you a map of the fictional Westeros, tell you which character belongs to which house and name each house's symbol. They may even say a few phrases in Dothraki, a language that George R. R. Martin invented when he wrote the books.
Terry Pratchett's 'Discworld' series of novels also has its dedicated fans. These people tend to have a quirky sense of humor, just like that displayed in Pratchett's novels. For instance, in the novels there is often reference to a song known as 'The Hedgehog Song'. Fans of the series came up with their own lyrics to this fictional song.
If you've found the fandom of your choice, a good way to indulge in your passion is to comment on blogs about it. Alternatively, create your own blog. Make it an interesting one that stands out from the rest. For instance, offer instructions on how to knit a Jayne hat if you're a Browncoat or provide online lessons in Dothraki.
Name it and there will be a fandom for it. It can be a band, a sports team, a movie, a television series or a book. It can even be a genre, such as manga from Japan. Many fans share their passion through newsletters and fanzines. Others create events where you may meet the objects of your passion. Some fans are so enthusiastic that they may seem a little crazy.
Probably the most famous fandom is the one known as Trekkies. These are fans of the 'Star Trek' television series and films. They organize conventions where they dress up as their favorite characters, including Captain Kirk or Spock. Some have learned to speak Klingon, a language developed specifically for the series, and there are even Klingon versions of great Shakespeare plays.
Just like you can prefer either the Porsche or the Ferrari, you can prefer the Enterprise or the Millennium Falcon. Those who opt for the latter are 'Star Wars' fans. These are people who won't think twice about paying several thousand dollars for an original figurine or Storm Trooper helmet. They also have a fondness for light sabers.
Some people don't like sports cars but prefer something with more character. In science fiction fandom terms, these are the people who prefer the Serenity, the spaceship from the series 'Firefly'. This was a so-called space Western that lasted only one season but got fans as famous as the gang from 'The Big Bang Theory'. 'Firefly' fans are called Browncoats and they often take part in charity events, raising large amounts of money. They will also tell you all about the wonders of the Jayne hat.
Fantasy has earned quite some devoted fandoms too. Among these are the devoted 'Game of Thrones' fans who can draw you a map of the fictional Westeros, tell you which character belongs to which house and name each house's symbol. They may even say a few phrases in Dothraki, a language that George R. R. Martin invented when he wrote the books.
Terry Pratchett's 'Discworld' series of novels also has its dedicated fans. These people tend to have a quirky sense of humor, just like that displayed in Pratchett's novels. For instance, in the novels there is often reference to a song known as 'The Hedgehog Song'. Fans of the series came up with their own lyrics to this fictional song.
If you've found the fandom of your choice, a good way to indulge in your passion is to comment on blogs about it. Alternatively, create your own blog. Make it an interesting one that stands out from the rest. For instance, offer instructions on how to knit a Jayne hat if you're a Browncoat or provide online lessons in Dothraki.
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