We believe Clara’s departure from Doctor Who served as a gift to the fans, a whole universe of possibilities for us to let our imaginations loose on. Like the eponymous hero of the show we all know and love, the journey of this character could conceivably go on forever in our minds, even if we know its ultimate destination. And it's our story to tell. The Untold Adventures endeavours to answer the lingering question of "What happened next?" in a series devised by a talented and passionate team of fans. With an emphasis on character development and embracing the unique storytelling opportunities afforded by this premise, our goal is to produce an engaging, creative, and emotionally satisfying series worthy of the complex heroine that is Clara Oswald.

 

FAQ

 

How will the stories be published and in what format?

The current plan is to publish the stories for free on Archive of Our Own (AO3) and as an eBook in various formats.

 

When will it be released?

Our objective is to finally launch The Untold Adventures on the 5th of December 2025 with the novel-length opening episode ‘A Citizen of the Universe’. This standalone release will provide some wiggle room as we bring the rest of the series to completion. The priority is creating a series of the highest possible quality: that will inevitably take time. But we'll keep you frequently informed and updated on our progress, and there will be plenty of exciting content released in the meantime!​

 

Who’s involved?

Our project is led by Ruth Long and Caitlin Smith. Accompanying them, we have a full cast of amazing writers, artists, and creative advisors. We've announced the creative team on our blog, and you can view the full list of contributors here. 

 

Can I be involved?

We don’t need any more writers, and have filled the available artist spaces for the time being. However, we will send out posts in the future should any further roles come up, and you are always welcome to enquire at any time.

 

What is The Untold Adventures’ relationship with Doctor Who’s continuity?

We're keen that the stories respect and complement what's established on the televised show. This means developing the characters in a way that feels organic and ensuring the series functions as a believable continuation from where 'Hell Bent' left off, particularly in how it addresses the repercussions of past events.

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Do I need to have watched Doctor Who to understand the story?

Although the episodic adventures themselves are standalone, due to The Untold Adventures being a sequel series to Clara’s era of Doctor Who (Series 7-9), readers will get the most from the story if they’re familiar with her history. However, the trilogy of episodes concluding Clara’s time on the show, ‘Face the Raven’, ‘Heaven Sent’, and ‘Hell Bent’, will provide enough context for newcomers.

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Will the series have overarching plots like the show?

Yes. While the stories are largely self-contained, there will be threads that extend across the series and culminate in the finale. 

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What kind of characters will be in the series?

This universe is rich with a vast and vibrant cast of characters. It's safe to assume that Clara may run into the odd familiar face!

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What is the target age range for the series?

For the most part, the series is suitable for the same audience as Doctor Who. However, some episodes do contain more mature themes and content, and these will be clearly indicated in content warnings upon publication.

 

Where else can I find you?

We have Bluesky, Instagram, and Tumblr accounts where we'll also publish our public posts and updates. You can contact us by email at theuntoldadventures@gmail.com

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