“The Little Drummer Boy” (Christmas carol) is actually a great model for fanfiction because:

• It centers around in-canon characters and/or a believable oc
• It magnifies the spirit of the original work and/or builds upon pre-existing themes which resonated with the (fic) author
• It uses literary devices (ex: onomatopoeia, symbolism)
• It makes its point without carrying on too long
• Suggests at sentient and musically talented animals
  
• It’s meaningful to both the (fic) author and to a wide audience of people who are already acquainted with the in-canon story
• The protag is not too OP to fit in the canon universe in a believable and engaging way; protag has realistic limits and weaknesses alongside his/her talents

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