Billy’s Future: the Novel
By billysan89
"While the world outside is busy facing its major global challenges, Billy finds himself still trapped in his own small world in his thirties. Living with NVLD (Non-Verbal Learning Disorder), he grows up slowly. However, he has just found out that he really is queer, which also conflicts with his religious beliefs as a Muslim. Dealing with all three leaves him deeply anxious as he battles internal hate and fear. Will he ever manage to make peace with it all and finally find hope for his own future? This is just another classic ‘gay versus faith’ story, styled as a coming-of-age investigation, blended with elements of magic and mystery."
It’s available on Google Play Books now:
Release Date: 01 Muharram 1448H (06/16/26)
History Notes:
Finally, it's done!!! Actually, this project started because I wanted to make a graphic novel version of my short silent comic, "Billy's Future," which I created back in 2024. There was still so much I wanted to tell that couldn't fit into that short comic. After finishing it, I started developing a longer draft. I took notes and tried to include all the important themes I’ve always wanted to explore, eventually finding a way to weave them into one cohesive plot. The rough draft was finished, but unfortunately, I went through a hard time that made it difficult to start drawing, so I had to put the project on hold for a while. Then, I discovered AI technology. After experimenting with it, I came up with the idea to write a novel version first. To be honest, I don't really like reading, and I’ve never written a novel before. I'm a visual person, and expressing things with words isn't my strong suit. However, since my current situation doesn't allow me to realize my dream through art just yet, this AI has helped me bring my story to life through words for now. I hope you can find something meaningful in this story. :)
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