Falling for their opponent's outside spiker isn't a part of rookie libero Kaizen Reyes' plan. But when Kai discovers that Roen Alejo has liked him for so long, maybe receiving that facial hit from him before isn't that bad after all. *** Determined and innocent, rookie libero Kaizen Reyes believes in the power of manifestation. Whether it be through his studies or winning their volleyball games, as long as he sets his mind on it, he makes a way to make it come true. However, after obtaining a facial hit from Roen Alejo, their opponent's outside spiker, Kai's quiet world suddenly becomes disturbed. Through their constant meetings and communication, Roen is making him feel something he can't fully name, making him doubtful and confused. Now torn between confessing to Roen and keeping their friendship afloat, can Kai remain focused and keep his emotions in check? Or will he take the leap of faith and risk it all for the sake of love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos Published under Pop Fiction

Isla de Vista Series #5 Cresia, the girl of perfection, emotionless, unbothered, silent, and immovable. She is used to the life dictated to her how to live it. Like a dog without a chain, she follows rules, she follows the footsteps, she follows everything expected of her because that is what she thinks she is born for. "If love is free then why does it cost so much?"

ELYU SERIES #2 The storms in San Juan, La Union are ruthless and tempestuous. Driven by her traumatic past, Avery Felicia Perez turned her heart into a stone to shelter it from further pain. She contented herself to bear witness of other people's fairytale love stories until a boy decided to break her barriers and pursue her... A tale of young love that started in high school. The years that followed proved that their love is one for the books. But while one is chasing his passion tirelessly, one is falling behind and slowly... falling apart. Until one day, you have to choose between chasing your dreams and being with the one that you love. No one ever told her that this life is a big storm, and she needs to find her shelter. Or be one, for all that matter...

|Wattys 2025 Shortlist| She was a sunlight. Wild, daring, and free. He was the crescent moon. Silent, disciplined, and powerful. Dorothy Maeve Andino lived like life was a dance she already mastered. But then came Zul Qurnain Rabbani-the man born into legacy, built from faith and restraint. He wasn't supposed to notice her. Yet when their worlds collided, something shifted. What started as curiosity turned into something deeper and too deep for what their pride, culture, and beliefs could endure. Because when the storm meets stillness, something always breaks. She once said if she ever got lost, she'd beg the sun to change its rays just to find her way. But what if even the sun couldn't save her this time? Date started: 03-13- 23 Date Ended: 02- 22- 24

Having to care for her mother since the end of grade school, Meadow Jil Carreal was no stranger to exhaustion. Being the bigger person physically, mentally, and emotionally was excruciating, but Meadow always was. When Meadow, a DLSU student, eats dinner outside her campus one day, she sees Kalon Mangundapat, the Isko who often eats near her school. Kalon liked the cheap food he consumed on Castro Street. What reasons would the two find to know why their existence in each others' lives suddenly jumped from the air?

The Wattys 2022 Winner! Category: Romance Campo Razzo has always been a refuge for animals and for Adamaris Segovia, it is also the home of her dreams. But with her best friend transferring to Puerto de Marina, Adamaris was left with no choice but to help manage both the camp and the farm. She knew she needed more help than ever but the return of the eldest son of the Camporazzo wasn't the help that she actually needed. She knows accepting his help may either make her or break her. Coming home to Campo Razzo is the last thing that Reeve Camporazzo wanted to do. He had a perfect life back in the Metro but one thing led to another, destroying his career and leaving him with nothing. Now that he's back home, he was offered a job to manage the Camp and to do that he needs to work with the lady who had been on his mind since the day he left his hometown. Days of working together made them accustomed to each other's presence, reminiscing the past and rekindling their forgotten feelings. Adamaris began to believe that Reeve has changed and he was willing to stay for the better. But as soon as problems arise and a probable love triangle, can Adamaris overcomes her doubts and find forgiveness? Or will she choose to protect her heart?

During a marine patrol, marine biologist Cleora Celdran stumbled across a wounded dolphin together with her friends. Determined to save its life, Cleora brought the dolphin to land and there she meets Doctor Isidore Camporazzo, the famous veterinarian of Puerto de Marina. Una palang nilang pagkikita ay hindi na niya gusto ang doktor, and she was sure as hell that the doctor feels the same. Isidore Camporazzo thinks it's just another day to treat a marine life, but he did not expect to meet a stubborn and spoiled lady like Cleora Celdran. He knew that if he entertained her, she'll either break his barriers or ruin the perfect and cold way of his life. But he couldn't stop the lady from prying in his life, including his past. At mas lalong hindi niya rin napigilan ang sarili na umibig muli. No matter how hard he tries, Cleora can get on the nerve and the heavy pits of his heart. The goal was just to take responsibility for the dolphin, but falling for the cold doctor wasn't a part of Cleora's plan. Neither did getting pregnant and marrying him. Pinili niyang pigilan ang nararamdaman, but Cleora chose to get closer to Isidore's cold burning flame. With Isidore pushing her away and ignoring her feelings, is she still willing to pursue his heart? But if it's pain and heartbreak they're both facing, could they finally overcome everything and be at peace?

[Anderdal Manor 1] Every year, the Guecos and the Tanjangcos spend the holidays at Anderdal Manor. For Lovi and Gabriel, this Christmas is different. Way, way different. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish.

[OFFICE LOVE AFFAIRS #1] As his personal secretary, Chantal's next task is to marry the president. *** Not getting any younger, Xavi is pressured by his mother to get married and settle down. He is lured on blind dates disguised as business meetings and family gatherings. With his patience stretching to its limits, to escape his mother's persistence, he offers extra work to Chantal and boldly asks her hand in marriage. Having faith in love and believing in destiny, Chantal rejects his offer and files for a resignation. She thinks it will be easy to find another job in the corporate world with her credentials and working directly for the highest post in Dela Vega Holdings. However, Chantal has no idea that Xavi will block her applications until she is hard-pressed and unable support her mother, who is undergoing regular dialysis. In the end, she has no choice but to accept Xavi's offer, be his wife in papers, and play pretend.

Dreams begin and end in school, that's what Diwata Yvon Mahalina, a student from UP Manila, thought. Because for her, after school, you must be aiming for stability. Nothing can compare to a safe life. However, Ignacio Trillano, a guy who lived in Blumentritt and studied at FEU, disagrees. A quiet life like Diwata's dream was not fulfilling and meaningful, Ignacio argues. Ignacio was a ComArts student who was loud as an airplane flying away. Would Ignacio's words and actions be enough to encourage Diwata to begin a life beyond her comfort?