Works in Progress

 

Passion Blooms from a Fangirl's Heart: A Baby ARMY's Guide to Navigating the BTS Galaxy is the working title of a non-fiction book I've been writing for almost two years. The book originally began as a love letter to BTS, filled with stories from ARMY members about how BTS has impacted their lives. However, as a "baby" ARMY, I soon realized that love letters and sharing stories about BTS were already a significant part of the fandom culture.

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As I grew into a more seasoned "preschool" ARMY, I decided to shift the book's focus to explore the diverse ways fans engage within the fandom—not just with BTS, but also with other ARMY members. This change allowed me to delve deeper into the dynamics of the fandom and the unique interactions that define the ARMY experience.

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Passion Blooms from a Fangirl's Heart will focus on what it means to be a member of BTS ARMY. While there will still be a section dedicated to love letters, the majority of the book will explore topics such as how being a fan influences personal relationships, how ARMYs interact with each other and the world around them, and other subjects related to BTS and the ARMY community.

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The book is divided into three parts: a memoir recounting my journey to becoming an ARMY, an exploration of what ARMY is and how it operates, and a glossary and resource section designed to help ARMYs connect with each other and the broader BTS universe.

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Additionally, the original concept of Bangtan Borahae will be included as a bonus feature in the book. This section is a space for ARMYs to express their feelings for BTS, sharing their personal stories and the profound impact BTS has had on their lives.