[10] Bulaong began his writing career as a college journalist, fan fiction blogger, and as a freelance writer for gaming websites like WhatCulture.

Critics like Peyton F. panned its peculiar writing style, while others such as author Kayla Krantz praised its themes and representation of geek culture.

[13][14] A sequel was published a year later entitled Otaku Girl, which was received more positively, with journalist Carl Hannigan praising its improved writing and humor.

[15][19] His novels are filled with geek-centric terminologies and characters consisting of comic nerds, film buffs, gamers, otakus, bookworms, and others.

"[18] Jake Tatoy from RMN News praised him as one of the most successful Filipino-Waray writers,[6] while Derrick St. Claire of Ezine Articles called Bulaong the "Dean of Pop Culture Fiction".