Best Teen Wolf Fanfiction
The must-read Teen Wolf fics on AO3, ranked and reviewed. From beloved classics to hidden gems.
Why Teen Wolf Fanfiction Is Worth Reading
Teen Wolf fanfiction long ago surpassed its source material in ambition and quality. With 220,000 works, the fandom is built on a foundation of compelling character dynamics that writers have expanded far beyond what the show offered. The Sterek pairing alone generated one of the most prolific ship fandoms in AO3 history. Teen Wolf fic excels at supernatural worldbuilding, pack dynamics, and emotionally charged slow-burn romance set against a backdrop of danger and self-discovery.
See also: Full Teen Wolf fandom guide
Top Teen Wolf Fics, Ranked
The highest-rated Teen Wolf stories on AO3, ranked by community kudos. These are the fics that readers return to again and again.
Prophet Without Honor
by YupThatsMySock
In which Stiles is Death's right hand and delivers the souls of the dead into her waiting arms. Sometimes, when routine is too much for him, he'll let someone cheat Death, and actively manipulate the course of events to save a person from their demise. Ultimately, he does not care; even if he save
SALIGIA
by Burtronator
Set directly after season 2. As the alpha pack approaches and more sinister forces begin to gather, will the help of Stiles' newly discovered Telekinesis be enough to save the pack?
Probabilities and Percentages
by littleanglophile
What was the probability he was gay? Honestly he hadn't really thought about it before but a few misdirected words in math was all it took. If only he'd left it alone, ignored it and went about his business....math is definitely the root of all evil.
Hurtful Truth
by ColetheWolf
As Derek drives Stiles home from school, the two end up throwing hateful insults at each other leading up to a revelation.
The Demon Inside
by Wolff_Eyess
Stiles gets a rude awakening when a demon is thrusted upon him, leaving the pack to try and save him from the demon and himself.
The Art of Being Human
by TheRowan
Stiles decides he's going to get to know the real Derek Hale, despite what others think of him he senses something more. Friendship developing into something more. Immediately after Season 2 ending. I have tried to keep as close to Jeff Davis' work, characters and plot arcs of Teen Wolf.original pu
[Podfic] Echo
by dirtydirtychai
Podfic of Saucery's Echo.Soon after Deaton begins training him, Stiles starts weaving talismans for the pack.
Baby I Got Your Number (And I Know That You Got Mine)
by sexierthanyousterek (totallystereksexual)
Derek asks (read: demands) Stiles's number and Stiles really has no choice to give it to him, because yeah. Good idea. But still. He's Stiles so no way in hell is he conceded quietly. Sterek. Pre feels. Oneshot.
Sibling Love:Isaac Lahey and Erica Reyes
by nickybear5
This is the story that follows the lives of Derek's first two pack members Isaac Lahey and Erica Reyes and how their relationship evolves. Lot's of romance, action and smut of course!The chapters are a bit shorter than average so it's a quick (and hopefully enjoyable) read! =)
You & Me
by XxBreakingInsantiesxX
Stiles/Derek. Song is You&Me by Diamond rings. Each chapter will be one set of words as you find out. M/M. Don't like? Don't read.
Goodnight Pumpkin
by ussentercries
Derek's tired, so he goes to Stiles.
Winter's Night
by Fintan
The sadness of holidays, the mystery of the town name revealed, and a terrifying encounter with the Ancient of Days become parts of Stiles' attempts to free Derek from his sorrows.
Laced in Pink
by GeeGollyWiz13
When Lydia gets Stiles to wear a pair of her panties, Stiles stumbles into something he never expected.
The Inevitable Mate
by andee_cole
Surrounded by muscle and wrapped in his arms she could stay just like this forever and just breathe in his smell. That musty, wolfy man smell.
A Dangerous Desire
by Sam_ds
Stiles wants to know if his desire is mutual. By that, he pays a visit to Derek who is at his terminal rage because of the full moon.
Sleep Tight, Buddy
by Sam_ds
Stiles fell asleep during the movie.
Beautiful Stupid Tragic
by theBellaBeast
It's enough for Derek that she's even here. That she doesn't care, does not help.He's at College; Stiles convinced him to go back, to finish his degree, or start a new one, rather than just hanging about in Beacon Hills waiting for the rest of the pack to graduate.So, he's at College, with Stiles. T
Am I David?
by GeeGollyWiz13
When Stiles is told by the girls to watch some stupid show about some choir? club? singing club thing?, Derek is not happy. But then, he learns that maybe he has more in common with it than he previously thought.
In Silence
by rabitty
It's summer and Stiles has nothing to do. Scott is off galavanting with his new mobster boyfriend, Peter Hale, while Stiles is stuck at home. Oh yeah, Stiles' dad is the head of the mofia, and the Hales have served the Stilinski's for generations. help, summaries hate me T^T
Most Nights it's hell, the Other Nights you're here.
by lextheydom
Derek was alone. And he was used to it, mostly. Everything he loved had been consumed by flames, what else was there to look for? Then came this boy, spastic and a little like fire himself, burning bright in Derek's world when the rest was only ashes. And they fell in love, and rebuilt Derek's world
Best Teen Wolf Ships to Read
The most popular Teen Wolf pairings on AO3, each with thousands of dedicated stories.
Sterek
Derek Hale/Stiles Stilinski
The slow build from antagonism to partnership to love, and their complementary personalities.
120,000 works →
Sciles
Scott McCall/Stiles Stilinski
Their unbreakable loyalty and 'ride or die' friendship translates beautifully into romantic devotion in fan works.
42,000 works →
Thiam
Theo Raeken/Liam Dunbar
The enemies-to-lovers dynamic combined with Theo's redemption arc and Liam's anger issues creates compelling tension.
38,000 works →
Scira
Scott McCall/Kira Yukimura
Their sweet, supportive relationship and shared supernatural experiences make for heartwarming romance stories.
18,000 works →
Stydia
Stiles Stilinski/Lydia Martin
The long-term pining payoff and 'she fell first but he fell harder' dynamic creates satisfying romantic development.
55,000 works →
Popular Tropes in Teen Wolf Fanfiction
These are the storytelling patterns that Teen Wolf writers and readers love most.
Slow Burn
A romance that develops gradually over time, with tension building across chapters or the entire story.
850,000 works sitewide →
Hurt/Comfort
One character is hurt (physically or emotionally) and another provides comfort and care.
920,000 works sitewide →
Angst
Stories focused on emotional pain, drama, and intense feelings.
980,000 works sitewide →
How to Get Started with Teen Wolf Fanfiction
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Sterek (Stiles/Derek) is the dominant ship, but the fandom has rich offerings for other pairings too. AU tags are extremely popular here.
Your first read
Sort by kudos within the Sterek tag for the fandom's greatest hits, many of which are elaborate AUs that stand on their own as original stories.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best Teen Wolf fanfic?
The best Teen Wolf fanfics are widely regarded as surpassing the source material. Top-kudos Sterek fics include elaborate AUs and supernatural slow-burns that have become classics of the fanfiction form.
What are the most popular Teen Wolf ships?
Sterek (Stiles/Derek) is by far the most popular Teen Wolf ship, with a massive body of work that made it one of AO3's biggest pairings. Other ships include Scallison (Scott/Allison) and Thiam (Theo/Liam).
How many Teen Wolf fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 220,000 Teen Wolf fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
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