A significant new book that sharpens, provokes, and challenges our understanding of LGBT life and representation in the Philippines was released during Pride Month in June 2025. Joycel Vincent V. Dabalos’s Heterotopic Dissidences is a collection of articles and critiques that delves into the complexities of queer identity, spaces, and…
The legacy of a superstar is immortal. In the wake of Nora Aunor’s recent passing, Lorenzo Fuentes Templonuevo knew this by heart. With deep admiration for the late legend, Lorenzo wrote a tribute that celebrates, not just her iconic career, but the soul that made her a Philippine cultural beacon….
In a society where expressing desire is often considered a taboo, are you bold enough to break the wall and show the world that it is in fact, an essential part of the human experience? Chad Marcelino’s Wild Tales unravels the complexities of erotic pleasures, inviting readers to confront the…
With the release of Midnight Solstice, R.B. Riley brings a fresh voice to the fantasy genre by weaving Filipino culture and traditions into an immersive and thought-provoking narrative. More than just an adventure, the novel is a reflection of heritage and identity, shaped by a lifelong love for storytelling and…
Wendell Glenn Cagape’s At the Café Under the Sun is more than just a book—it’s an invitation to pause and reflect on life’s small yet profound moments. Through personal experiences, quiet musings, and heartfelt storytelling, Cagape weaves a narrative that resonates with both the young and the old, offering a…
How do you tell the world your emotions are raw and real without exaggerating the words? In a world where emotions are often bottled up or exaggerated for effect, how can someone truly capture the complexity of raw, human feeling? For Joshua Natad, a.k.a Clay Esguardo, the answer lies in…
Kate Blackquill, millennial, chameleon, and avid reader, has spent more time writing for fun than with the view to publishing. But she started taking writing and sharing her work more widely when she read an interview by Matthew Reilly, who said, “There’s no such thing as an aspiring writer. You…
At some point in your life, you will see yourself as only an ordinary tree from the forest of humanity. But amid these challenges you face within yourself, Oscar Medidas Labastilla’s latest book, “Gapnod,” a term that signifies resilience and adaptability, teaches us that no matter how our lives may…
Step into a dystopian world where truths and hopes are twisted, and only those who have complete body parts are considered humans. Silence by Che De Leon is starting to make loud noises as it takes the readers to a whole different level of twists and turns. One rainy afternoon,…
In a world where small gestures can make a big difference, Teacher Rhois Lacson’s new children’s book, “Yuki: Ang Mensahero ng Pag-Asa” (“Yuki: The Messenger of Hope”), shines a light on the power of kindness through the eyes of an extraordinary young girl. This heartwarming tale introduces readers to Yuki,…
