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Hold You like Never Before » by
eparker79
Shelby has everything she could ever dream of; at the young age of 24 she's already won a Tony for her role of Elphaba in Wicked, she's played Maureen in Rent, and is living her 'best life'. Or so it appears. What people don't know is Shelby has a huge hole in her heart and has for almost three years now when suddenly, things change on one snowy night in New York.
Glee & Law and Order: SVU, M, English, Family & Suspense, chapters: 31, words: 177k+, favs: 7, follows: 11, updated: 3/12 published: 9/15/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C.
261Fragile Journey » by
hayleynymphadora
A sequel to "Fragile Reunion". Shelby and Cassie Corcoran-July and their daughter Rachel prepare for some time off after the trial and with the music school semester behind them. They just have to get through their KinderMusik students' end of the year concert. The day before the program, Cassie gets an unexpected phone call that changes their plans completely.
Glee, M, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 26, words: 188k+, favs: 103, follows: 137, updated: 12/28/2022 published: 12/23/2017
132Time for Change » by
rsfforever
Shelby has decided to let Quinn be a part of her and Beth's life. Story is the struggle of both mother's trying to be a part of their daughters lives. Will include Rachel. Will they become a family? Includes spanking of teens. This is fiction, I do not condone spanking in real life. If you don't like, don't read.
Glee, M, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 12, words: 25k+, favs: 87, follows: 134, updated: 12/27/2022 published: 5/4/2012, Rachel B., Quinn F., Shelby C., Beth C.
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Third Time's the Charm by
DARecruit
Rachel Berry has learned the hard way that Mom means what she says. The girl hasn't been late for a curfew since the second time on the business end of her mother's hand. When she tries to get around the rules on a technicality, Shelby is ready and waiting for round three. Follows Unfamiliar Territory and Déjà Vu. Warning: Parental spanking of teenager (hairbrush).
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 6k+, favs: 5, follows: 3, 9/13/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C., Hiram B., LeRoy B.
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Deja Vu by
DARecruit
Two weeks have passed since Shelby Corcoran first took daughter Rachel in hand for missing curfew. She thought the matter had been settled, but will soon discover that some things need repeating. Follows the events in Unfamiliar Territory. Part 2 of 3 Rachel Berry Doesn't Believe in Curfews series. (Warning: Parental spanking of teen).
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 3k+, favs: 2, follows: 1, 9/9/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C.
17Changed for the Better - One Shots by
Gleeks09
A collection of one shots from the Changed for the Better universe showing glimpses into the lives of our favorite characters. (Note: Not in chronological order.)
Glee, K+, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 5k+, favs: 5, follows: 10, 9/9/2022, Rachel B., Quinn F., Shelby C., Beth C.
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A Day of Firsts by
DARecruit
Rachel Berry has been in Shelby Corcoran's life for 4 months, and mother & daughter are experiencing a lot of firsts. The 1st week-long stay at Shelby's, the 1st time Shelby is expected to be The Parent and take care of all of Rachel's needs. The 1st time Rachel completely ignores her mother's request. The 1st time Shelby steps on Legos. The 1st time Rachel is spanked by her mom.
Glee, K+, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 2k+, favs: 4, follows: 1, 9/5/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C.
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Ticket for Trouble by
DARecruit
Shelby Corcoran thought she'd made it abundantly clear to 15-year-old Rachel that the Lady GaGa concert was out, so when tickets show up days later with the girl's name written all over them, she knows it's time for a more hands-on lesson. But all is not as it seems and Shelby finds herself regretting her rash reaction—how is she ever going to make it up to her child? (Spanking)
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 7k+, favs: 7, follows: 2, 9/4/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C.
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Unfamiliar Territory by
DARecruit
Five months into her newfound relationship with her birth mother, Rachel Berry finds herself in unfamiliar territory—in trouble with Shelby Corcoran. Rachel is about to find out that her mom is a very hands-on parent. Warning: Parental spanking of teen. Part 1 of 3 Rachel Berry Doesn't Believe in Curfews series
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 3k+, favs: 5, follows: 3, 9/1/2022, Rachel B., Shelby C.
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Olive’s Grandma by
Firestarhk
6-year-old Olive St. James is having Grandma Day at her school and she's not looking forward to it, as she doesn't have anyone to take her.
Glee, K+, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 1k+, favs: 6, follows: 2, 8/11/2022, Rachel B., Jesse sJ., OC, Shelby C.
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To Dream a Dream Book 2: The Line Between Dreams and Nightmares » by
TheSojournReader
This is a continuation of my first story, To Dream a Dream. Rachel has love and support from her friends and family to help her deal with her illness. What worries them most is the uncertainty. Will their loving support be the ladder Rachel climbs as she struggles towards remission? Or will it be the comfort she embraces as she slips away?
Glee, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Drama, chapters: 32, words: 232k+, favs: 14, follows: 17, updated: 7/21/2022 published: 5/12/2022, [Rachel B., Finn H.] Kurt H., Shelby C.
28Getting to know you » by
AndiStar86
Rachel is forced to stay with her Aunt for the summer. But luckily for her friends there is never a dull moment. Follow Rachel as she navigates summer and reunites with her mother who she thought didn't want her.
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 6, words: 34k+, favs: 44, follows: 72, updated: 7/16/2022 published: 3/21/2020, Rachel B., Quinn F., Santana L., Shelby C.
67Like mother, Like daughter » by
BroadwayFanaticPM
Three-year-old Rachel is left on Shelby's doorstep on a cold winter night when her fathers don't want her anymore. Go on Rachel and Shelby's journey with them as they go through heartbreak, loss, family, friends, and so much more! (I was in a lazy mood when I wrote this summary. Sorry, I know it kinda sucks.)
Glee, K+, English, Family & Drama, chapters: 11, words: 51k+, favs: 87, follows: 119, updated: 7/14/2022 published: 1/14/2021, Rachel B., Shelby C., OC
343A Month with Shelby » by
Kikilia14
Thanks to a lie, Rachel's mother is back in her life. How will Rachel adjust when Shelby moves from being her mother to being her Mama?
Glee, T, English, Family, chapters: 44, words: 102k+, favs: 194, follows: 234, updated: 7/2/2022 published: 4/17/2014
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To Dream a Dream » by
TheSojournReader
Rachel's life started out wonderful. However, losing her father in fifth grade changed that. As she struggles to deal with the loss and the fallout, she reaches out to new friends in an attempt to create a new family. She's finally starting to feel some balance in her life when she's dealt an even more crushing blow.
Glee, M, English, Hurt/Comfort & Drama, chapters: 27, words: 241k+, favs: 17, follows: 22, updated: 5/11/2022 published: 4/15/2022, [Rachel B., Finn H.] Kurt H., Shelby C.
275Open Arms (Revised) » by
DARecruit
Same story, new/updated approach. Open Arms is the story of fourteen-year-old Rachel Berry who discovers her mother is none other than Broadway superstar, Shelby Corcoran, after her fathers give her back to the woman to raise. Join them as they navigate their new life together and discover what it means to be mother and daughter.
Glee, T, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 20, words: 175k+, favs: 151, follows: 164, updated: 4/17/2022 published: 2/8/2016, Rachel B., Shelby C.
516Everything Changes » by
pomatterpie
With a successful stage career and a reputation as one of the most respected show choir coaches in the country, Shelby Corcoran had almost everything she's ever wanted. Except for the baby she gave up 13 years ago. When Shelby unexpectedly runs into her daughter and the men she gave her to during a show choir competition one day, everything suddenly changes.
Glee, T, English, Family & Drama, chapters: 28, words: 173k+, favs: 305, follows: 358, updated: 4/6/2022 published: 9/11/2018, Rachel B., Shelby C., Rachel's Dads
464Regrettably » by
diannastreamingcardigan
Regret is a funny thing. It never seems to leave you. Shelby placed Rachel for adoption with the Berry men when she had Rachel during high school, and is coming to terms with doing so when Rachel enters her classroom as a 14 year old student with some secrets and regrets of her own./ Will be back asap promise xo
Glee, T, English, Family & Angst, chapters: 21, words: 221k+, favs: 151, follows: 183, updated: 3/25/2022 published: 10/25/2019, Rachel B., Jesse sJ., Shelby C.
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She's Always Been Right There » by
Gleeks09
AU: Rachel discovers that Broadway superstar, and her idol, Shelby Corcoran is her mother. This takes place after Sectionals in the first season. Rachel learns the truth and she and her parents, old and new, must work their way through this revelation.
Glee, K+, English, Family & Drama, chapters: 35, words: 224k+, favs: 348, follows: 426, updated: 11/30/2021 published: 4/26/2012, Rachel B., Shelby C.
238Looking for the Light » by
GleeLovex3
Santana, Quinn, and Rachel are the daughters of incredibly flawed parents Leroy and Shelby. Leroy is abusive despite the friendly persona he gives off to the world and Shelby has been reduced to an absentee parent. Follow the girls as they try to navigate their way through the cards they've been dealtbwithout drowning in the darkness. Warning: adult themes, violence, language.
Glee, T, English, Drama & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 29, words: 131k+, favs: 135, follows: 196, updated: 7/30/2021 published: 3/17/2016, Rachel B., Quinn F., Santana L., Shelby C.