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==Issue 13==
Side by Side 13 was published in August/September/October 2004. 
* A Tale of Two Captains by Cleo. How do you compete with the ghost of your lover’s first, especially when he’s not dead?
* The Briar Patch by Lyrastar. Kirk's having a rough patch today--or is he?
* Liar's Itch by Jesmihr. Kirk’s day starts out poorly.
* Nightmare - From Another Dimension! by Farfalla. Mirror Chapel finds herself on the regular Enterprise and attempts to implement a "fuck-or-die" scenario on the "wimpy" Federation versions of her brutal, boorish captain and his ruthless sidekick. One problem--some things are *very* different in this universe...
* In Sickness and In Health by Farfalla. Kirk embarrasses himself at his own wedding.
* Aftermath by K'Chaps. After pon farr, there are a few adjustments to be made in Kirk's and Spock's lives.
* The Day Subspace Was Still by Hypatia Kosh. "You know how I always said 'ye cannae change the laws of physics'? Well, they've changed."
* Coitus Cantado by Vanasati. Jim has a new kink...
* Et Tu, Spock? on AO3 by T'Guess. From the KisCon Short Story Challenge using the words toy, bucolic and cutthroat. Previously published in the KiScon Zine of 2004.
* Parting by Salome W. Spock receives a post-retirement offer of an ambassadorship and Kirk resists a move from their Iowa ranch. Emphasizes a very long-term relationship with strong Bond, aging issues, intimacy, humor, and struggles over power between the partners. (Not available online.)
* A Beginning by Quiet Vulcan. Discussion between Kirk and Spock after the forced Mind Meld on Valeris by Spock.
* Best Gratification by Farfalla. Drabble for the Friday 13th challenge.
* A Mirror Universe Poem poetry and art by T'Guess
* Silly Limericks poetry by Farfalla.
* HALL OF FAME
** Golden Boy on AO3 (link only) by Jungle Kitty. An alternate-universe story, in which Kirk's dark activities as a young man have a profound effect on the rest of his life.
* ART 
** Intimate Embrace (K/S) (NC-17) b/w, by TACS
** Pre-reform Spock (Spock) (G) b/w, by TACS
** Spock in Drag (Spock) (NC-17) b/w, by TACS
** Timeless Love (K/S) (NC-17) b/w, by TACS
===Gallery===
Sample art from issue #13.
Image:sidebyside13.jpg|Cover of issue #13 by kira-nerys
Image:sidebysidetrekspec13-1.jpg|"Pre-Reform Spock" by TACS, reprinted from T'hy'la #5
Image:sidebysidetrekspec13-4.jpg|"Timeless Love" by TACS, reprinted from T'hy'la #4
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #13===
==Issue 14==
Side by Side 14 was published in November/December 2004/January 2005. 
* The Sighting poetry by Jesmihr. 
* The Dilemma of the Disappearing Dessert by Farfalla. While visiting McCoy's daughter's vacation home in Colorado, Spock's gift for Kirk turns up missing.
* Chicken Soup for the Starfleet Soul by Farfalla. Admiral Kirk helps a young crewman come to terms with his own orientation.
* Knocking on Heaven's Door by kira-nerys. Kirk is ill and he knows it, but does he tell anyone else? – of course not.
* Haystacks and Waterfalls by Farfalla. Kirk and Spock share an erotic fantasy within two famous works of art.
* Enemy Within - If Only by K'Chaps. Kirk doesn't feel quite right, and it leads him down a new path.
* Iowa Nights on AO3 by Dhae Knight. Kirk gets a visit from an old friend and makes some changes to his life. They turn out to change relationships as well.
* Every Sperm is Great by Saavant. Kirk/Spock from the point of view of one of Kirk's sperm... 
* Deadly Memories by Farfalla. What was REALLY behind Valeris's scream when Spock was mind-probing her in Movie Six?
* Tribble, Tribble, Who's Got a Tribble? poetry and art by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
* HALL OF FAME
** But Never Parted on AO3 by Dreadnought. Starfleet splits up the boys.
* ART 
** Alien (K/S) (R) b/w, set of three drawings by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Daring Attempt #2 Back Cover (K/S) (G) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Daring Attempt #2.
** Daring Attempt #2 Front Cover (K/S) (PG) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Daring Attempt #2.
** Entwined (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Gaming (K/S) (PG) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Interior Illustration Kaliffee #2 (Spock) (G) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Kaliffee #2.
** Interludes Pass (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Interlude (Spock) (G) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Kaliffee #2.
** Kirk in Chains (Kirk) (R) b/w, by Acidqueen
** Masquerade (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Naked Singularity Back Cover (K/S) (G) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
** Pinup #1 (K/S) (PG) color, by Mylochka
** Pinup #2 (K/S) (PG) color, by Mylochka
** Pinup #3 (K/S) (PG) color, by Mylochka
** Pinup #4 (K/S) (PG) color, by Mylochka
** A K/S Calendar (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. November, December and January pictures included in issue #14. Republished from TACS: A K/S Calendar.
** Waiting & Touching (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Naked Singularity.
===Gallery===
Sample art from issue #14:
Image:Tacscalender-3.jpg|"January" by TACS
Image:Kaliff2.jpg|"Interlude" by TACS
Image:SBS14-KS Pinup Mylochka.jpg|"Pinup 1" by Mylochka
Image:SBS14-kirk chains Acidqueen.jpg|"Kirk in Chains" by Acidqueen
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue 14===
==Issue 15==
Side by Side 15 was published in February/March 2005. 
* Brothers In Blood by Slasherfem. In the Mirror Universe, First Officer James T. Kirk is trapped in an abusive relationship with Captain Christopher Pike. With the help of the new Vulcan science officer Spock, he assassinates Pike and takes his place as captain. But will he be willing to pay the price for Spock’s assistance?
* Blood Fever by Pet Leopard. This story takes place after the Season Two Episode, “Amok Time”.
* Buhfikat by Hypatia Kosh. After Spock reintegrates the human side he suppressed at Gol, Kirk and Spock must reintegrate their lives on the Enterprise.
* Heavy Petting by Farfalla. Kirk and Spock's wedding night is invaded by tiny, furry creatures. No, they're not tribbles...
* Kirk Loves by K'Chaps. Kirk loves Spock.
* Brothers With Benefits by Farfalla. After Spock's return from Gol, Kirk and Spock try to define their complex friendship.
* ART 
** 1+1=? (K/S) (NC-17) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Consort #1.
** A K/S Calendar (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. February, March and April pictures included in issue #15. Republished from TACS: A K/S Calendar. 
** Consort Back Cover] (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Consort #1.
** Sounds of Silence (K/S) (R) b/w ,by TACS. Previously published in the print zine Consort #1. 
** Bonding Ceremony (K/S) (G) color, by Mrs. Spock
==Issue 16==
Side by Side 16 was published in July/August/September 2005. 
 
All art links are broken on the archive page, however during the Open Doors project to move Side by Side onto the AO3 all of the lost artworks were found. 
* The Voice of Love on AO3 by kira-nerys. The Road to love - in Spock's words, to Jim. Previously published in Beyond Dreams #4.
* A Means To An End by T'Guess. Another ‘first time’ (or one affair leads to another…)
* I Have Loved The Stars Too Fondly by Mycroft Holmes. Inspired by my first adult kiss, and by a plaque I saw in Pyramid Collection. 
* Nice by Mycroft Holmes. The day after a big K/S date, Spock and McCoy meet. Inspired by the date that ended with my first adult kiss. 
* Scratch by Angel Grace. Nothing feels better than scratching an itch. 
* Biochemistry by Diegina. Just some... er... sex... 
* The Marketplace on AO3 by CatalenaMara. An embittered Kirk is disturbed by his obsession with one particular whore. Previously published in Daring Attempt #3.
* Light Blue by Farfalla. Pockie has an owie and Kirk has something amusing to bandage it up with.
* Crossroads by titC. After Spock's first pon farr, Captain and First Officer have a hard time rebuilding their relationship as it was – or, maybe, as something new. Part 2 of the 'First Times' series.
* Cogs and Hearts by titC. Scotty learns new things about his superior officers. Part 2 of the 'First Times' series.
* Touch Me by titC. Kirk and Spock try to make their relationship work while they stay on Vulcan. Part 3 of the 'First Times' series.
* One Last Time by titC. Spock leaves for Gol... Part 4 of the 'First Times' series.
* Just Fun by K'Chaps. Kirk gets caught and pays the price. 
* Big Bottom by Farfalla. Alas... Spock finds Jim's pudginess eminently logical--and useful.
* Space of Tranquility and Love on AO3 by kira-nerys. Even when no longer a young, dashing Starship captain, ravishing Spock is Kirk's favorite pastime. Previously published in Beyond Dreams #5.
* HALL OF FAME
** Gemini Setting on AO3 by Lyrastar. Enemies, clones, sex and... love.
* ART (archive pages no longer available)
** A K/S Calendar (K/S) (R) b/w, by TACS. November, December and January pictures included in issue #14. Republished from TACS: A K/S Calendar.
** No Other (Spock) (PG) color, by T'Guess
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #16===
==Issue 17==
Side by Side 17 was published in October/November/December 2005. 
All art links are broken on the archive page, however during the Open Doors project to move Side by Side onto the AO3 all of the lost artworks were found. 
* First Times by Vanasati. Um. Title?
* Feel by titC. How can they find each other again after ST IV?
* James Kirk and the Countess of Winchilsea by SherryK. Two sets of star crossed lovers despair of happiness.
* Requium poetry by Starshadow
* Ask Android Landers, Advice for the Lovelorn by Starshadow. Got some inspiration after you asked for more. Mildly Humorous.
* Thataway on AO3 by CatalenaMara. Immediately after the V’ger mission, Kirk and Spock discuss their future. Previously published in Nome #4.
* In the Beginning on AO3 by Jenna Hilary Sinclair. Kirk and Spock, a shuttlecraft, a child, and what is meant to be. Bad things happen to children in this story, but please remember that all is not what it seems to be. Previously published in Kaleidoscope 7.
* Invite Me In by Dale. Spock uses personal persuasion on Jim.
* Dreams of the Heart on AO3 by Abraxisdragon. Jim has a problem that he can't share. His trying to deal with it by sneaking off for some incognito shore leave has repercussions that he didn't anticipate. Previously published in Kindle My Heart #1)
* Grief Management, Vulcan Style by Farfalla. Jim wants to know how Spock dealt with the prospect of losing him into the Tholian Web.
* Not Its Purpose by Dale. Spock shares Jim's torture.
* Liftoff by Farfalla. Kirk realizes that his feelings for Spock haven't jeopardized their working relationship after all, so he finally expresses them. First-time set after "Immunity Syndrome."
* They Walk in Shadow by Hypatia Kosh. Kirk and Spock are dealing with some real-life, everyday irritations. Their unique personalities help them deal with, for example, a smarmy bureaucrat...
* HALL OF FAME
** A Private Obsession on AO3 by CatalenaMara. K/S from the POV of a man obsessed with Kirk. Previously published in KSX #1.
* ART (archive pages no longer available)
** Kirk in Return of the Archons by Acidqueen
** Smooch! (K/S) (PG) color, by T'Leah
** Untitled (K/S) (PG) b/w, by T'Leah
===Reactions and Reviews===
==Issue 18==
Side by Side 18 was published in January/February 2006. 
* And Then The World Is Colored By That Always by Mycroft Holmes. M&Ms; figured prominently in my relationship with my abusive ex...I think I'm ready to reclaim them.
* Warmth by Farfalla. While in Starfleet Academy, Spock is having a hard time adjusting to the Bay area weather--until Kirk comes along.
* Incident in Vega by Starshadow. Challenge: "Cold, cold, cold--what's a Vulcan to do, except find warmth in the arms of his captain?"
* The Untold Want by Nwakego. Spock's rebirth brings new hope to Admiral Kirk's painful, unspoken love.
* Shape of My Heart by Mycroft Holmes. A love letter? Feel free to take it seriously and/or humorously. I do, even though I'm way too literally the Writer.
* A Good Day to Die by titC and Krss. TOS parody. Silliness alert: Klingons! Clichés upon clichés! Ship in danger! Gay people! Kink! Horny dogs! Gary Stus! Pseudo-plot! Bad puns! Aaand... SMUT! Plus the answer to the world's most asked questions: Will Dick Hal be as perfect as he looks? Will Kirk and Spock ever kiss? And will any redshirt survive? 
* Golden, Tangible by Farfalla. Spock belongs to Jim, and wants his body to reflect that somehow. Previously published in Dark Fire #1.
* Making a Point by Acidqueen. The title pretty much says it all. Previously published in Dark Fire #1.
* ART 
** After the Rain art by T'Guess
==Issue 19==
Side by Side 19 was published from March to August 2006. 
* In Sickness and in Health on AO3 by Slasherfem. While on a mission to a Terran colony, Spock and his science staff come down with a mysterious illness which spreads like wildfire throughout the ship. Kirk and McCoy seem to be immune, but why? And how can they find a cure before the ENTERPRISE becomes a plague ship? Previously published in As I Do Thee #21.
* Bonding for Dummies by Farfalla. In the early days of their marriage, Kirk and Spock find their lives once again complicated by Vulcan biology. Set during the second five-year mission, directly after TMP.
* Dragon-Meld on AO3 by Matthew James and Elizabeth Leicester. Spock suffers from a devastating mind meld and must seek treatment off the ship. Previously published in Daring Attempt #4.
* The Misunderstanding on AO3 by Deborah Cummins. A classic case of two people misreading each other which leads to a nearly catastrophic conclusion. Previously published in Naked Times #19.
* The Night After the Edge of Forever by Starshadow. Kirk's hurting after the foray into the past. Spock helps him out. Or do they help each other?
* To Be Human by K'Chaps. Spock takes what he wants and thinks of no others, right?
* A Farewell by Elizabeth Leicester. Christine Chapel, on discovering the true nature of Kirk's and Spock's relationship, endeavours to leave the ship. Previously published in One Night Stand #4/5.
* Heart of Stone by Farfalla. Spock reflects on a familiar accusation. Inspired by a photograph titC snapped while on vacation.
* The Logic of Passion by Starshadow. Spock wrestles with his feelings. Like that's new.
* Belly Acceptant Delphinium by Mycroft Holmes. Spock contemplates 'spooning'.
* Dialogue by Elizabeth Leicester. Kirk and Spock have a conversation on 'coming out.' Previously published in Daring Attempt #7.
* Bashert by Mycroft Holmes. Simple, very, Spock POV piece.
* Biochemistry II by Diegina. Author's note: a sequel to the story Biochemistry.
* Hope Lives in Many Universes by Farfalla. In the depths of his despair at having 'killed' Jim, Spock meets someone who has walked this path before. Lord of the Rings Crossover.
* After Genesis poetry by Slasherfem. Previously published in As I Do Thee #21.
* Your Name is Jim poetry by Slasherfem. Previously published in Charisma #19.
* Dying for You poetry by JadeFire. 
* ART 
** Livejournal Icons (K/S) (G) color, by Mrs. Spock
** Meld (K/S) (G) b/w, by Starshadow
** Still (K/S) (G) b/w, by Starshadow
** Archive decay has led to a severe loss of issue #19's artwork, with eleven images and four icons unrecovered.
===Reactions and Reviews Issue #19===
==Issue 20==
Side by Side 20 was published in September/October/November 2006. 
* The Image of Perfection on AO3 by Deborah Cummins. On a seemingly routine mission, Kirk and Spock are caught up in a Klingon plot to undermine the Federation. Previously published in T'hy'la #10.
* I Know You're Out There Somewhere by Farfalla. "At his side, as if you've always been there, and always will." Previously published in T'hy'la #25.
* Ease Into Love on AO3 by kira-nerys. McCoy makes Spock realize he's got to admit to his true feelings. Previously published in Beyond Dreams #6.
* Daedalus Aloft by Lyrastar. "Damn it, Jim, I don't like it." McCoy spat out the words. He pulled his bag off from over his shoulder, banging it down on the table with a dull thud. "You're risking the future of the Earth--hell, with the role Earth played in space exploration, maybe much more than that--for one man." Sequel to Brueghel's Icarus.
* Picking Perfect Tomatoes by Ster Julie. And if the tomato feels like my t'hy'la's derriere... Then you know that tomato is ripe! No. Then I know it's overripe. (Not available online.)
* Night in the Apollo by Farfalla. What would happen if Kirk and Spock got locked in a science museum overnight? My apologies to Mrs Basil E. Whatever-that-children's-book-is-called. Previously published in T'hy'la #25.
* The Other Man Trap by Slasherfem. An ENTERPRISE landing party beams down to a planet to find a Federation archaeological team missing. When Captain Kirk finds the shape-shifting creature responsible, it takes him prisoner, disguises itself as him, then beams back on board with the others and goes on a killing spree.
* A Higher Power on AO3 by K'Chaps. Kirk and Spock square off against Q, who is his usual charming self. Written to fulfill Diegina's challenge in the Low-Pressure Fest.
* The Worst of Times by Starshadow. After Kahn, Kirk grieves.
* Singular Identity by SmuttyKitty. M'Benga rubbed his chin pensively. "Or intense mental contact. The conventional resolution of Pon Farr is through both. Sex and telepathy." He looked puzzled and then looked at McCoy. "Does Spock have a relationship with anyone that you know of? Another link that would have sustained him after the severing of his link with T'Pring?"
* Love Among the Cookies poetry by Starshadow.
* HALL OF FAME
** Family Matters on AO3 by Elise Madrid. Lt. Spock is sent to the Vega Colony to recuperate from an injury sustained on Rigel 7. While there he helps a lady in distress and is befriended by her family. Previously published in Beyond Dreams #5.
* ART 
** Kirk, Spock & McCoy (K/S/Mc) (PG) b/w, by Shelley Butler
** Kirk in White Shirt (Kirk) (G) color, by Acidqueen
** Archive decay has led to a severe loss of issue #20's artwork, with eight images unrecovered.
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #20===
==Issue 21==
Side by Side 21 was published in March/April/May 2007. 
* The Warrior's Way by T'Mara. Spock is forced to face what Jim has become to him.
* Reflections on a Pause by BlueVelvetSpock. Spock has sexy hands.
* Shifts by K'Chaps. Kirk has trouble sharing.
* Gravitational Pull by Mary Kay. Kirk and Spock visit a low gravity planet.
* Meditations by Starshadow. Spock finds his meditations disturbed by a pair of tawny eyes. As usual.
* Tough Love on AO3 by Mary Kay. Mirror Universe AU. Kirk's addiction to a drug becomes a problem for Spock and McCoy. Previously published in Legends #8.
* Memories on AO3 by Debbie Cummins. Near the end of his life Leonard McCoy receives a visit from an old friend. Previously published in Charisma #3.
* K/S and Trek Haiku poetry by T'Keid
* ART 
** Amok Time (K/S) (R) color, by Unification
** Not in Front of the Viewers! (K/S) (G) color, by Unification
** Duck Trek! (K/S) (G) b/w, by Hyel
** How Can I? (K/S) (PG) color, by Unification
** Untitled (K/S) (PG) b/w, by I.M. Mueller
** Woodland Dance (K/S) (G) color, by Saavant
===Gallery===
Sample art from issue #21:
Image:SBS21-Cartoon Unification.jpg|"Not in Front of the Viewers" by Unification
Image:SBS21-How Can I Unification.jpg|"How Can I?" by Unification
Image:SBS21-Untitled I.M. Mueller.jpg|"Untitled" by I.M. Mueller
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #21===
==Issue 22==
Side by Side 22 was published in June 2007. 
* ...And a Bottle of Rum by Thataway. Kirk and Spock play pirates on the Shore Leave planet. Previously published in T'hy'la #4.
* Dawn on AO3 by Jenna Hilary Sinclair. Spock slowly comes back to himself after the fal-tor-pan.
* Letter to the Dead by Starshadow. Kirk tries to cope with the death of his spouse after Khan. No happy ending, some angst.
* From Death Through Darkness by Hypatia Kosh. Spock enters pon farr a month after the Fal-Tor-Pan. What does Kirk do?
* The Teapot Dome Scandal by Farfalla. Kirk and Spock just can't have a normal shore leave, can they?
* Vulcan Heat by Mary Kay. On a Vulcan which never knew Surak, a golden-haired slave captures a warrior's heart. Later published in T'hy'la #31.
* The Daredevil poetry and illustration by Diegina. Poem and artwork previously published in T'hy'la #26.
* Kirk Sheds his Cocoon by Farfalla. Drabble.
* ART 
** Illustration for Vulcan Heat by Starshadow (unrecovered art, no link available)
** I told you we were being watched, Jim. by an unknown artist (unrecovered art, no link available)
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #22===
==Issue 23==
Side by Side 23 was published in September 2007. 
* Separation and Conjugation by Hypatia Kosh. Spock finds out he's not packaged for individual resale.
* Beyond the Barrier on AO3 by CatalenaMara. When the Enterprise is sent with another starship to check out a disturbance near the edge of the galaxy, all the telepaths on both crews are attacked by a psychic energy, causing Spock to break his bond to Kirk. Previously published in California K/S #1.
* Carnival on AO3 by Jesmihr. Jim gets his fortune read--and lives to regret it. Previously published in Kindle My Heart #2.
* Shall We? on AO3 by Jenna Hilary Sinclair. Movies on the Enterprise. Popcorn. Stupid crewmen. Ducks and geese. McCoy with a big secret. Humor! But after all is said and done: K/S. Previously published in Beyond Dreams #4.
* Stardate: Monday on AO3 by Farfalla. A mysterious affliction befalls Captain Kirk after returning from shore leave. Takes place during the third five year mission. Previously published in T'hy'la #26.
* Need on AO3 by Jemariel. Post-Amok Time. Spock keels over on Altair VI. Jim worries. McCoy makes deductions.
* Is There In Truth No Beauty? (Personal Logs #62) by Starshadow. Jealousy nearly kills a Vulcan. Dr. Jones finds out roses have thorns. And the Medusans may not be ugly--just too beautiful to bear. 
* Is There In Strange No Charm? by Hypatia Kosh. Kirk realizes that he may have been too human in his method of pursuit, and Spock realizes that he who hesitates is lost.
* Meeting of Minds on AO3 by Slasherfem. While waiting for Vulcan's ruling council to vote on the question of Federation membership, Captain Kirk decides to go hiking on the Pilgrim's Trail, where he meets a Vulcan scientist on a pilgrimage. Previously published in KaleidoScope #4.
* Climbing by an unknown artist (unrecovered art, no link available)
===Reactions and Reviews: Issue #23===
==Notes==
 
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