Hello, and thank you for deciding to read 'Once Upon a Comic Con', I only hope you enjoy the adventures of Bonnie and Harley, through this Contemporary Romance. This novel started off as a NaNoWriMo project I really disliked until I completely re-outlined it for Camp NaNoWriMo. Below, I've compiled a few Q&A about behind-the-scenes of creating this story.
What inspired you to write 'Once Upon a Comic Con'?114Please respect copyright.PENANAKa1758EA3U
I love Contemporary Romance novels, it's one of the main genres I read in. I really wanted to write a nerdy romance that fulfils everything I love, so everything felt authentic and true from the heart. This is inspired by some true events too.
Who is/are the main characters?114Please respect copyright.PENANAC5hoMk373h
It is written in the first-person perspective split between two characters;114Please respect copyright.PENANAtUNdCind3i
♡ Bonnie Sable114Please respect copyright.PENANAld5Y2oFof6
♡ Harley Hughes114Please respect copyright.PENANAMUO5ELAu4y
They have a wonderful friendship group that joins them on their adventure, that slyly pushing the pair closer together.
Why did you choose to post it?114Please respect copyright.PENANAjqtcKzBCxH
The story you are about to read is the first draft with minor spelling/grammar checks ran by Google before posting. I've chosen to post the original first draft because I do want feedback on the story, its characters, and pacing.
What is your plotting method?114Please respect copyright.PENANARqLHTqBfw8
I'm always been a planner with most of my original works, but this time round (because originally I was working to a tighter deadline) I used 'The Ten Day Outline' by Lewis Jorstad (The Novel Smithy) which I do recommend. I used this method to create the basic foundations of the novel, then at each chapter revisited notes along with what I'd accomplished in the story so far to push myself that little bit more.
Who made the cover?114Please respect copyright.PENANAJx7Q1UQf4o
I did, using a website called Canva, which is the best thing ever. They even have a whole selection dedicated to 'Wattpad Novel Covers', and there is an abundance to choose from. You don't need to be a graphic designer to have a nice cover for your novel, at least while budget is tight, so this is something I recommend as a placeholder till you can! The photograph is something I found on Pinterest!
You mention Trigger warnings, what are those?114Please respect copyright.PENANAzZ0iDR2g9Y
This novel features some wording and content that some readers may find difficult to read. For that reason I've decided to put trigger warnings here and on the main blurb. These are topics that are written authentically, as they are inspired by true events but in a way that shouldn't upset someone. Below are the triggers;114Please respect copyright.PENANA0E8gTIaflW
♡ Minor discussion of Emotional, Mental and Verbal abuse from a loved one114Please respect copyright.PENANANwdGPhUBU0
♡ Struggles with Mental Health
What inspired certain aspects of the novel?114Please respect copyright.PENANAWqh81ZWWvS
As I said this is litters with nerdy and pop culture references just indirectly. You'll see things like different styles of Lolita fashion, Kart racing games, table top card games, etc. It's just me flying my nerdy flag high and pride. Below are some of my nerdy inspirations;114Please respect copyright.PENANAd7l28up5hg
♡ Card Captor Sakura114Please respect copyright.PENANA6P0CnEooR0
♡ Final Fantasy XIV (mmo rpg)114Please respect copyright.PENANArwvYzuoJMC
♡ Vanguard (tcg)114Please respect copyright.PENANACryTKDXJj9
♡ Manga & Anime114Please respect copyright.PENANAJkOXZKisXs
♡ Star Wars114Please respect copyright.PENANAiMDGL1na51
♡ Lolita fashion114Please respect copyright.PENANApuOnHI2YCy
♡ Mario Kart114Please respect copyright.PENANAk4WQn5ZUl7
♡ Beat-them-up (fighting games)
Do you accept Concrit/Feedback?114Please respect copyright.PENANAXCoJcpl9fU
Absolutely! Please do! I would love to hear your thoughts. Either publicly or privately, I would really appreciate any feedback! I'm also looking for Beta Readers for the first draft, please let me know if you'd be interested!114Please respect copyright.PENANAmAQaP38wTZ
Google form: TBC
Disclaimer: I do not own Card Captor Sakura, it is owned by CLAMP but it has been referenced directly throughout this novel.
Thank you so much. I hope you enjoy 'Once Upon a Comic Con'.
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