What are some popular Thomas and Friends love fanfictions?

You can start by looking on fanfiction websites like Archive of Our Own (AO3). There are often a lot of different categories for 'Thomas and Friends' fanfictions, and you can easily search for the ones related to love stories.

One popular type might be the 'First Encounter' fanfictions where the reader meets Thomas Sharpe in a mysterious setting like his old, decrepit mansion. It could be filled with descriptions of the spooky atmosphere and the instant, magnetic connection between the two. Another could be 'Thomas Sharpe's Redemption' fanfictions, where the reader helps Thomas overcome his past traumas and dark deeds. There are also those that focus on a simple, sweet romance between the two, just exploring their daily life together in the Victorian era.

One interesting plotline could be the friendship between Thomas and his best friend Percy which shows a kind of brotherly love. They support each other through various challenges on the railway.

One popular trope is the 'slow burn'. This is where the two best friends gradually realize their feelings over a long period. Maybe they start with small, innocent touches like brushing hands, and then as time goes on, the tension builds until they finally confess. Another is the 'forced proximity' trope. For example, they might have to share a small apartment for some reason, which makes them see each other in a new light and their feelings start to shift. And the 'big misunderstanding' trope is also common. They might misinterpret each other's actions or words, leading to some angst before they finally get together.

One great fanfiction could be 'Thomas and Teresa's Unseen Moments'. It delves into the small, tender moments between them that might not have been shown in the original. Another could be 'Thomas and Teresa: A Love Beyond the Maze' which explores how their love endures even outside the challenges of the maze.

The stories that feature Thomas learning important lessons, such as the value of hard work and friendship, are also well - liked. Many children enjoy the story where Thomas has to work extra hard to complete a big job and in the process realizes how much he depends on his friends for support.

The story about Thomas' adventures in the big world is quite popular. He meets new friends and overcomes various challenges, which is very exciting.

The story 'Thomas and the Missing Christmas Tree' is also well - liked. In this story, Thomas discovers that the Christmas tree for Sodor is missing and he embarks on a journey to find it, spreading the Christmas spirit along the way. It has elements of mystery and the joy of the holiday season.

Percy is also a fan favorite. His cheeky personality and his friendship with Thomas make for great storylines. In fanfiction, he might get into all sorts of mischief or be the one to solve a problem that the other engines couldn't.

Well, a really popular Stiles is Thomas fanfiction is 'Inseparable'. It has a great plot where they face various challenges together and their bond only grows stronger. 'Stiles - Thomas Alliance' is also good. It shows how they form an alliance in a difficult situation and how that changes their lives. And 'Thomas and Stiles: The Beginning' which is all about how their relationship started.