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Book Idea
Book Idea
Conceptualization:
Genre: a slice of life
Theme: The theme revolves around the lover of a man envying the official girlfriend but also
feeling bad for her because she knows the reality.
Setting: the setting will be mostly the man’s house, everything else is a modern-day city.
2. Characters:
Main Characters:
Man (antagonist): He is a selfish manipulator and liar. His motivations are having a stable
relationship for the world yet doesn’t want to let go of his single life.
Official girlfriend: the idea is to not know much about her, the only perspective or details
regarding her existence will come from social media.
Supporting Characters: There might be other characters but they will be used as extras
probably.
3. Plot:
Overview:
We are going to go through the story through Camila’s eyes. Her initial motivation is getting to
know her new love interest she has met recently but in the process of falling for him, she
discovers who she fell in love with, a married man.
Act 1: Setup
Act 2: Confrontation
Escalate the conflict and tension as the protagonist strives to overcome obstacles.
Develop subplots and character arcs that intersect with the main storyline.
Act 3: Resolution
Reach the climax of the story, where the main conflict comes to a head.
Highlight the most significant events and turning points in the story. This could include pivotal
scenes, character revelations, or plot twists that drive the narrative forward.
Character Arcs:
Outline how each main character evolves and grows throughout the story. Describe their
internal struggles, conflicts, and eventual resolutions. This adds depth and complexity to your
characters.
Subplots:
Briefly describe any subplots or secondary storylines that run parallel to the main plot. Explain
how they intersect with the main storyline and contribute to the overall narrative.
Discuss the central themes and messages that your manga explores. How do these themes
resonate with the characters and plot developments? How do they add depth and meaning to
the story?
Conclusion:
Summarize the plot section by reiterating the main story beats, character arcs, and thematic
elements. This reinforces the coherence and significance of your manga's narrative.
4. Scriptwriting:
Panel Layout: Decide on the layout of your panels on each page and how they will flow
together.
Dialogue: Write dialogue that reflects each character's personality and advances the plot. Be
concise and avoid excessive exposition.
Action: Describe action sequences clearly and dynamically, considering the visual impact on the
page.
Scene Descriptions: Provide brief but descriptive scene descriptions to guide the artist and
convey the mood of each scene.
5. Revision:
Feedback: Seek feedback from peers or mentors to refine your story and script.
Rewriting: Revise your script as needed to improve pacing, character development, and overall
coherence.
Polishing: Polish the dialogue and descriptions to ensure clarity and impact.