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Works in Progress

Through the Rabbit Hole: A BTS ARMY Explorer’s Guide

 

Through the Rabbit Hole: A BTS ARMY Explorer’s Guide is the working title of a book I’ve been writing for almost three years. When I first started, it was meant to be a simple love letter to BTS, filled with stories from ARMYs about how BTS had touched their lives.

But as a "baby" ARMY myself, I quickly realized that writing love letters and sharing stories was already something ARMYs do beautifully every day.

As I spent more time in the fandom and became what I like to call a "preschool" ARMY, the project started to shift. It became less about just telling BTS how much we love them, and more about exploring what it really means to be part of ARMY — how we connect, how we grow, and how being a fan weaves into every part of our lives.

 

A fandom map for curious, thoughtful explorers.

 

Through the Rabbit Hole looks at fandom from all angles:

  • My personal journey into ARMY life

  • How ARMY works and what makes it so special

  • Practical tips and guides for new and seasoned fans

  • A big glossary and resource section to help ARMYs find their way

  • And a special bonus section called Bangtan Borahae — a place where ARMYs share their personal stories, poems, and messages for BTS.

Bangtan Borahae is especially close to my heart because it’s where this whole project really began — with fans wanting to say thank you in their own words.

What’s Next:

Through the Rabbit Hole: A BTS ARMY Reference Guide
Because every map needs a legend.

​This standalone companion will serve as a comprehensive reference guide—part glossary, part fandom encyclopedia—featuring detailed terminology, cultural context, fan-created language, and curated ARMY resources for readers and researchers alike.

Also in the works:

“Musical Names,” a personal nonfiction project exploring how music influences naming—featuring real-life stories behind names inspired by lyrics, artists, and songs.

Bring a friend, join the crowd.
I'll send a note when something new is blooming.

Thanks for coming along.

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