Fic Recs: Men At Work
Mar. 8th, 2022 02:46 pmFics where Lex and/or Clark aren't working as businessman and reporter.
In alphabetical order by title. No WIPs or locked journal entries (I may miss a few because I'm friended).
Entries may be locked on AO3 - contact ssa.archivist@gmail.com for an invite.
Don't forget to leave feedback/kudos for the author if you enjoy a story! :-D
If you have others you'd like to recommend, please comment and I'll update this list if it fits the criteria. Thanks!
Artist/ Author/ Performer
Art For Love's Sake by
boji R (17335 words)
Lex rediscovers his art.
Coming Home by Quin Rhodes NC-17 (28887 words)
A breakdown on a country road leads a famous rock star to a new love.
Do You Believe In Magic? by
danceswithgary and
morganichele NC-17 (49683 words)
What if the circus was in town the day the sky fell down?
East of the Sun by
roxymissrose NC-17 (109000 words) Warning: non-cons(not CLex)
The Smallville gang live very different lives in a historical AU based in the big band era.
His Alibi by
danceswithgary PG-13 (20579 words)
Falling in love with a beautiful man can be murder!
In a Kingdom By The Sea PG-13 (4252 words) by silvina
Sixteen years after Clark disappeared, his son finds him.
Not of This Earth by
danceswithgary R (12426 words)
An actor has to have standards. Lex is putting his foot down and absolutely refusing to wear the g-string. That's final!
Once More, With Feeling by Stely (verob2002) PG-13 (10870 words)
Lex is a rock star that needs some time off.
Teen of Steel; Man of Means and Men of Steel by Anne Higgins NC-17 (29800 words)
They will stay together forever, even through the tough days.
Your Star by Dragon Mage PG-13 (8281 words)
Clark Kent, the lead vocalist of Kryptonite, can't help falling in love with his boss' son despite everything that says it's a bad idea.
Blue Collar / Service / Farmer
A Memory of Waking by
seperis NC-17 (7943 words)
One night, a farmer meets a man on a bridge.
Dirty by GothGirl aka
goth_clark R (13711 words)
Garbageman Clark clashes with a businessman who won't take 'No' for an answer.
Family by kendermouse R (29852 words)
Truckdriver Clark finds an amnesiac in the snowy fields of Smallville. The stranger seems oddly familiar and fits right in to their extended family.
Family, Friendship, and Love and Additional Stories in the FFL Universe by Henry Jones Jr. aka
sabershadowkat NC-17(64000 words) (MPreg)
Clark leaned against the doorjamb, his focus on Sam. "I had unprotected sex, Sam was born, and now I'm a father. That's pretty much it."
Heroes Come In All Shapes and Forms by Erika aka
chinae PG-13 (4337 words)
Lex's son loses his imaginary friend and it all works out for the better.
Life Happened by Catlover PG-13 (14961 words)
Clark never became Superman, but took over the farm after Jonathon. Fifteen years later, Lex returns to Smallville and the feelings they had for each other come into fruition.
Superconductor by
drakeofdross NC-17 (27786 words)
Train conductor Kent finds another fallen angel and saves him from his life of crime.
You Can Call Me Al by
scribblinlenore NC-17 (56578 words)
Inspired by Overboard. Clark shelters an amnesiac Lex by claiming to be married to him.
Bodyguard
Bodyguard by
hergerbabe PG-13 (1973 words)
The President's bodyguard is a mystery.
Bodyguard by
fajrdrako R (6767 words)
When his life is threatened, Lex hires Clark as his bodyguard.
Promise Series by Ruby NC-17 (70665 words)
Clark takes on the job of Lex's bodyguard while also working with an evolving AI.
3Businessman / Professional Clark
In A Teacup by
moiraithanatoio PG-13 (3208 words)
A tempest in a teacup is still enough to change the world.
Junior Enterprise by
cloudlb R (5488 words)
Clark becomes an entrepreneur with a little help from Lex.
Making Progress by Keikokin PG (2295 words)
Lex and his brother Julian go to a computer show and meet someone fascinating.
Partners by Jezebel NC-17 (24980 words)
Jonathan doesn't accept the choices that Clark has made with his life, and it is up to Lex to make them both see sense.
The Authentic Life by Coren Lee NC-17 (19651 words)
Their lives have many layers, their masks in place, their love in hiding.
The Heir and Salvation by
suzvoy PG (3200 words)
Clark keeps the business going in Lex's absence.
Criminal
A Semi-Precious Helix by
danceswithgary NC-17 (15667 words)
You can buy anything you want on the streets of Metropolis for the right price.
Nothing But Air by
danceswithgary NC-17 (21617 words)
Some people believe that a friendship can wear out like tires. There's only just so much mileage in them, and then you're left riding around on nothing but air. Some people know better than that.
Still Breathing by
danceswithgary R (17741 words)
Remix of Still Breathing. Clark sees the face of his true love in a dream. Now all he has to do is to find her...him.
Dancer / Stripper
Dance With Your Heart by
danceswithgary and
morganichele NC-17 (26277 words)
Learning to dance was just the beginning, for both of them.
Dancing At the Purple Parrot by
laceymcbain R (17965 words)
Lex recognises the awkward stripper wearing plaid.
Distraction by edie NC-17 (3842 words)
After an accident at school, Clark runs.
Doctor / Scientist
Changing Direction by
kayladie NC-17 (29457 words)
Lex walks away from Lionel and into the life he wants to lead.
No Such AU by
rivkat NC-17 (13600 words)
Looking back, Clark recalled the guy showing up at three rescues before Clark consciously noted him.
Ride Along by
peach1250 NC-17 (3507 words)
Clark feels an instant connection to the doctor who joins the EMT's for an evening.
The Children's Hour by
digitalwave PG-13 (15060 words)
Lex is a pediatric oncologist treating Clark's four-year-old sister.
Wild At Heart by dogpoet aka
garryowen NC-17 (30273 words)
Lex is a scientist of the paranormal who visits the Yukon to track a mysterious creature.
Hooker / Porn Star
A New Life by GothGirl aka
goth_clark NC-17(10198 words)
Clark saves Lex from a brothel.
All Yours by
roxymissrose NC-17 (11677 words)
Lex runs to Gotham to find what he never knew he was missing.
As The Night The Day by Dana and Alax aka
shaggirl and
myashke NC-17 (56262 words)
Clark needs money to save the farm. Lex happens to have it and wants exclusive access to the stranger who propositioned him in a club.
Centerfold by
isagel NC-17 (2524 words)
Clark strikes a pose.
Cruiser by
mlleelizabeth NC-17 (15458 words)
Clark needs $5000 by the end of the month.
Dancers by
roxymissrose NC-17 (1414 words)
He looks at the money, thinking what a special gift it would buy his father.
Good Samaritan by
teot NC-17 (8391 words)
Clark just wants to talk, but the hooker wants him to get his money's worth.
Happiness by bellat aka
tragicllyhip NC-17 (3701 words)
Clark Kent lost everything and must fend for himself on the lonely unforgiving streets of Metropolis. A chance meeting with a wealthy stranger changes his life forever.
Hard Work by
morganichele NC-17 (3554 words)
Clark needs money, so he gets a job at an escort service. Lex finds out about the job, and decides to help.
Here In This Place by
arianstarr NC-17 (2229 words)
Every couple weeks, Clark had sought him out and they made their way to what each thought of as "their" motel.
Just Pie by
liviapenn (PG-13 (2915 words)
"The asking price for an evening in my company is pie. Non-negotiable."
Last Buns of Krypton by zaganthi and tzigane NC-17 (32909 words)
Clark's part-time job is a little out-of-the-ordinary, even for a superhero.
Love For Sale by
scribblinlenore NC-17 (54253 words)
Lex falls in love with a young runaway he rescues from the streets.
Noir Erotica by
rose_etta (Taxi Driver) NC-17 (2906 words)
A cab driver is obsessed with a young hooker.
Passionate Productions by
scribblinlenore NC-17 (8341 words)
What's a boy like Clark to do when he needs money for college?
Questions and Answers Series by
scribblinlenore NC-17 (9621 words)
"I have no interest in being the lead story on the gossip page. 'Luthor Heir Peddles Ass.' I can see it now."
Reversal
and
Legacy by
herohunter NC-17 (125662 words) Warning: mpreg
The Kents are rich and Lex is a paid escort until love at first sight. (Genitalia)
The Pleasure Principle by Jett NC-17 (10317 words)
Sex, seduction, heartbreak. It's all part of the education of the boy who would be trade.
The Russet Taint by Kirsten Sea NC-17 (3038 words) Warning: non-cons
Three such pretty whores.
What Happens in Vegas... by
chimosa R (1624 words)
Alex takes the new kid under his wing.
Lawyer
Regarding Lex by
danceswithgary R (20902 words)
A serious injury leaves Lex without his memory. Can he make his way back to his family and love?
Librarian / Bookstore Owner
For Richer or Poorer by
ingrid_m R (15774 words)
Lex loses his money and finds love.
You've Got Mail by
danceswithgary (You've Got Mail) PG-13 (23092 words)
Lex ends up regretting a tiny little thing like putting Clark out of business.
Model
Art Appreciation by
danceswithgary NC-17 (11758 words)
Clark enjoyed his job moonlighting as a model for the evening art classes held at the museum. He knew things were going to get even better when he saw the newest student walk into the room.
Cover Me by
hyperfocused NC-17 (3005 words)
Lex does a little light reading and discovers one of Clark's secrets.
Monk
Per Aspera by
roxymissrose NC-17 (2982 words)
Clark likes to watch Lex.
Police Officer / Investigator
Another Time and Another Place, Books 1 and 2 by
danceswithgary NC-17 (48283 words)
An intergalactic agent falls for the human he's investigating.
Darkness Before Dawn by dogpoet aka
garryowen NC-17 (11781 words)
Martha Kent hires a private investigator named Lex Luthor to find her missing son.
Futura by
hope R (10311 words)
Every night, Lex fingered through old files, names still written in red in his memory though they'd long been replaced on the board with new ones. Lex didn't fail- some cases just took longer to solve than others. (Police Detective)
Head Over Heels by
danceswithgary R (22362 words)
It's tough being a model citizen.
Holding Out for a Hero by zaganthi and tzigane NC-17 (70138 words)
Smallville/CSI fusion. Lex needs Clark's help to deal with an abusive childhood.
In His Image by
danceswithgary NC-17 (42002 words)
Lex grew up to work for the FBI. An investigation leads him on a chase to find what he's been missing all his life.
One Touch by
chinae PG (2769 words)
After a five-year absence, Lex Luthor has finally come home.
SuperGlue by
zaganthi and
perryvic NC-17 (167413 words)
When Lex's past comes to light, he needs someone he can count on to keep him safe and sane.
Reporter Lex
Freefall by
vzg NC-17 (8324 words)
Lex lost all his money. Clark saves the day.
His Girl Friday by
suzvoy (His Girl Friday) R (14311 words)
When Clark resigns from the Daily Planet, his editor has something to confess.
Metropolis Confidential and Lex Luthor, Ace Reporter by
serafina20 NC-17 (113000 words)
From Red!Clark to Superman with Lex Luthor as a reporter with the Daily Planet.
The Amazing Romance of Luthor and Kent by
mobiusklein NC-17 (22888 words)
Reporter!Lex is on his own personal quest. Reporter!Clark is his partner.
Sports
To the Victor Go the Spoils by
arysteia NC-17 (4819 words)
Reporter Clark falls for a world-class athlete.
Superhero
iHero by
iibnf NC-17 (80571 words)
The newest superhero on the scene has unique powers, and a few catchy theme songs, too.
Supergayboy by
mahaliem PG (1637 words)
Superman Calls Supergayboy Weird and Strange
The Man With No Name by
suzvoy NC-17 (8066 words)
Suddenly, Lex understands Clark.
To Fly A Mile In Another Man's Boots by
laurab1 R (9900 words)
What do you do when you end up with Superman's powers?
Teacher
Falling by dogpoet aka
garryowen NC-17 (8811 words)
Seducing his teacher was a challenge, loving him was the unexpected prize.
Language of Love by dogpoet aka
garryowen NC-17 (21241 words)
The teacher. The student. Their fate was poetic and oh so sweet.
Life of Mediocrity by Henry Jones Jr. aka
sabershadowkat NC-17 (30319 words)
They tried to leave it all behind. Destiny found them anyway.
Never Been Lexed by
moosesal (Never Been Kissed) PG-13 (9123 words)
Clark goes undercover at Smallville High, where Lex Luthor is a teacher.
Lessons in History: The Tribulations of Alexander by
scribblinlenore NC-17 (5369 words)
Smallville High has a new teacher.
Trial by Media and by Teacher's Pet
lachattenoire13 PG-13 (11800 words)
Lex takes a new position after Clark saves him from disgrace.
Two Years From Tomorrow by
danceswithgary PG-13 (13448 words)
A letter from the future leads the way to love.
Who Needs An Apple by
danceswithgary NC-17 (1067 words)
Just think, some teachers get fruit.
Back to the Master List!
Last Update 12/14/2014
In alphabetical order by title. No WIPs or locked journal entries (I may miss a few because I'm friended).
Entries may be locked on AO3 - contact ssa.archivist@gmail.com for an invite.
Don't forget to leave feedback/kudos for the author if you enjoy a story! :-D
If you have others you'd like to recommend, please comment and I'll update this list if it fits the criteria. Thanks!
Artist/ Author/ Performer
Art For Love's Sake by
Lex rediscovers his art.
Coming Home by Quin Rhodes NC-17 (28887 words)
A breakdown on a country road leads a famous rock star to a new love.
Do You Believe In Magic? by
What if the circus was in town the day the sky fell down?
East of the Sun by
The Smallville gang live very different lives in a historical AU based in the big band era.
His Alibi by
Falling in love with a beautiful man can be murder!
In a Kingdom By The Sea PG-13 (4252 words) by silvina
Sixteen years after Clark disappeared, his son finds him.
Not of This Earth by
An actor has to have standards. Lex is putting his foot down and absolutely refusing to wear the g-string. That's final!
Once More, With Feeling by Stely (verob2002) PG-13 (10870 words)
Lex is a rock star that needs some time off.
Teen of Steel; Man of Means and Men of Steel by Anne Higgins NC-17 (29800 words)
They will stay together forever, even through the tough days.
Your Star by Dragon Mage PG-13 (8281 words)
Clark Kent, the lead vocalist of Kryptonite, can't help falling in love with his boss' son despite everything that says it's a bad idea.
Blue Collar / Service / Farmer
A Memory of Waking by
One night, a farmer meets a man on a bridge.
Dirty by GothGirl aka
Garbageman Clark clashes with a businessman who won't take 'No' for an answer.
Family by kendermouse R (29852 words)
Truckdriver Clark finds an amnesiac in the snowy fields of Smallville. The stranger seems oddly familiar and fits right in to their extended family.
Family, Friendship, and Love and Additional Stories in the FFL Universe by Henry Jones Jr. aka
Clark leaned against the doorjamb, his focus on Sam. "I had unprotected sex, Sam was born, and now I'm a father. That's pretty much it."
Heroes Come In All Shapes and Forms by Erika aka
Lex's son loses his imaginary friend and it all works out for the better.
Life Happened by Catlover PG-13 (14961 words)
Clark never became Superman, but took over the farm after Jonathon. Fifteen years later, Lex returns to Smallville and the feelings they had for each other come into fruition.
Superconductor by
Train conductor Kent finds another fallen angel and saves him from his life of crime.
You Can Call Me Al by
Inspired by Overboard. Clark shelters an amnesiac Lex by claiming to be married to him.
Bodyguard
Bodyguard by
The President's bodyguard is a mystery.
Bodyguard by
When his life is threatened, Lex hires Clark as his bodyguard.
Promise Series by Ruby NC-17 (70665 words)
Clark takes on the job of Lex's bodyguard while also working with an evolving AI.
3Businessman / Professional Clark
In A Teacup by
A tempest in a teacup is still enough to change the world.
Junior Enterprise by
Clark becomes an entrepreneur with a little help from Lex.
Making Progress by Keikokin PG (2295 words)
Lex and his brother Julian go to a computer show and meet someone fascinating.
Partners by Jezebel NC-17 (24980 words)
Jonathan doesn't accept the choices that Clark has made with his life, and it is up to Lex to make them both see sense.
The Authentic Life by Coren Lee NC-17 (19651 words)
Their lives have many layers, their masks in place, their love in hiding.
The Heir and Salvation by
Clark keeps the business going in Lex's absence.
Criminal
A Semi-Precious Helix by
You can buy anything you want on the streets of Metropolis for the right price.
Nothing But Air by
Some people believe that a friendship can wear out like tires. There's only just so much mileage in them, and then you're left riding around on nothing but air. Some people know better than that.
Still Breathing by
Remix of Still Breathing. Clark sees the face of his true love in a dream. Now all he has to do is to find her...him.
Dancer / Stripper
Dance With Your Heart by
Learning to dance was just the beginning, for both of them.
Dancing At the Purple Parrot by
Lex recognises the awkward stripper wearing plaid.
Distraction by edie NC-17 (3842 words)
After an accident at school, Clark runs.
Doctor / Scientist
Changing Direction by
Lex walks away from Lionel and into the life he wants to lead.
No Such AU by
Looking back, Clark recalled the guy showing up at three rescues before Clark consciously noted him.
Ride Along by
Clark feels an instant connection to the doctor who joins the EMT's for an evening.
The Children's Hour by
Lex is a pediatric oncologist treating Clark's four-year-old sister.
Wild At Heart by dogpoet aka
Lex is a scientist of the paranormal who visits the Yukon to track a mysterious creature.
Hooker / Porn Star
A New Life by GothGirl aka
Clark saves Lex from a brothel.
All Yours by
Lex runs to Gotham to find what he never knew he was missing.
As The Night The Day by Dana and Alax aka
Clark needs money to save the farm. Lex happens to have it and wants exclusive access to the stranger who propositioned him in a club.
Centerfold by
Clark strikes a pose.
Cruiser by
Clark needs $5000 by the end of the month.
Dancers by
He looks at the money, thinking what a special gift it would buy his father.
Good Samaritan by
Clark just wants to talk, but the hooker wants him to get his money's worth.
Happiness by bellat aka
Clark Kent lost everything and must fend for himself on the lonely unforgiving streets of Metropolis. A chance meeting with a wealthy stranger changes his life forever.
Hard Work by
Clark needs money, so he gets a job at an escort service. Lex finds out about the job, and decides to help.
Here In This Place by
Every couple weeks, Clark had sought him out and they made their way to what each thought of as "their" motel.
Just Pie by
"The asking price for an evening in my company is pie. Non-negotiable."
Last Buns of Krypton by zaganthi and tzigane NC-17 (32909 words)
Clark's part-time job is a little out-of-the-ordinary, even for a superhero.
Love For Sale by
Lex falls in love with a young runaway he rescues from the streets.
Noir Erotica by
A cab driver is obsessed with a young hooker.
Passionate Productions by
What's a boy like Clark to do when he needs money for college?
Questions and Answers Series by
"I have no interest in being the lead story on the gossip page. 'Luthor Heir Peddles Ass.' I can see it now."
Reversal
and
Legacy by
The Kents are rich and Lex is a paid escort until love at first sight. (Genitalia)
The Pleasure Principle by Jett NC-17 (10317 words)
Sex, seduction, heartbreak. It's all part of the education of the boy who would be trade.
The Russet Taint by Kirsten Sea NC-17 (3038 words) Warning: non-cons
Three such pretty whores.
What Happens in Vegas... by
Alex takes the new kid under his wing.
Lawyer
Regarding Lex by
A serious injury leaves Lex without his memory. Can he make his way back to his family and love?
Librarian / Bookstore Owner
For Richer or Poorer by
Lex loses his money and finds love.
You've Got Mail by
Lex ends up regretting a tiny little thing like putting Clark out of business.
Model
Art Appreciation by
Clark enjoyed his job moonlighting as a model for the evening art classes held at the museum. He knew things were going to get even better when he saw the newest student walk into the room.
Cover Me by
Lex does a little light reading and discovers one of Clark's secrets.
Monk
Per Aspera by
Clark likes to watch Lex.
Police Officer / Investigator
Another Time and Another Place, Books 1 and 2 by
An intergalactic agent falls for the human he's investigating.
Darkness Before Dawn by dogpoet aka
Martha Kent hires a private investigator named Lex Luthor to find her missing son.
Futura by
Every night, Lex fingered through old files, names still written in red in his memory though they'd long been replaced on the board with new ones. Lex didn't fail- some cases just took longer to solve than others. (Police Detective)
Head Over Heels by
It's tough being a model citizen.
Holding Out for a Hero by zaganthi and tzigane NC-17 (70138 words)
Smallville/CSI fusion. Lex needs Clark's help to deal with an abusive childhood.
In His Image by
Lex grew up to work for the FBI. An investigation leads him on a chase to find what he's been missing all his life.
One Touch by
After a five-year absence, Lex Luthor has finally come home.
SuperGlue by
When Lex's past comes to light, he needs someone he can count on to keep him safe and sane.
Reporter Lex
Freefall by
Lex lost all his money. Clark saves the day.
His Girl Friday by
When Clark resigns from the Daily Planet, his editor has something to confess.
Metropolis Confidential and Lex Luthor, Ace Reporter by
From Red!Clark to Superman with Lex Luthor as a reporter with the Daily Planet.
The Amazing Romance of Luthor and Kent by
Reporter!Lex is on his own personal quest. Reporter!Clark is his partner.
Sports
To the Victor Go the Spoils by
Reporter Clark falls for a world-class athlete.
Superhero
iHero by
The newest superhero on the scene has unique powers, and a few catchy theme songs, too.
Supergayboy by
Superman Calls Supergayboy Weird and Strange
The Man With No Name by
Suddenly, Lex understands Clark.
To Fly A Mile In Another Man's Boots by
What do you do when you end up with Superman's powers?
Teacher
Falling by dogpoet aka
Seducing his teacher was a challenge, loving him was the unexpected prize.
Language of Love by dogpoet aka
The teacher. The student. Their fate was poetic and oh so sweet.
Life of Mediocrity by Henry Jones Jr. aka
They tried to leave it all behind. Destiny found them anyway.
Never Been Lexed by
Clark goes undercover at Smallville High, where Lex Luthor is a teacher.
Lessons in History: The Tribulations of Alexander by
Smallville High has a new teacher.
Trial by Media and by Teacher's Pet
Lex takes a new position after Clark saves him from disgrace.
Two Years From Tomorrow by
A letter from the future leads the way to love.
Who Needs An Apple by
Just think, some teachers get fruit.
Back to the Master List!
Last Update 12/14/2014