Revenge. I'm familiar with it. You have to be when you're the firstborn son of a notorious mafia leader. Death and vengeance have been the very foundations of my life. So who in their fucking mind would be stupid enough to cross me? My brother and I have been wrongfully convicted of a crime we didn't commit. We know who is behind this. We bid our time behind bars, planned and prepared for the day we got out. Now we're free and hungry for redemption. I know what must be done. I know whose blood will be spilled. But before I go after him, I'll go after his daughter. I never said I play fair. *Book one in the Marino Brothers Duet. Rated 18+ due to explicit language, sex, and violence.*

stand alone complete [unedited] To quote someone, no one can teach you how to write-because life is the one who would teach you how to pen the beginning, climax, and end of your story-but what if you don't like how life writes it? Athanacia Norainne Samonte only has one goal in life-to write until she's out of breath. She loves writing, as much as how the sun always shine after the night has fallen back to slumber. Kaya naman nang makita ang oportunidad na maging script writer ng isang student director na si Kiran Conjuanco-she did her best to be the only option that Kiran could consider. He was her stimulus to write better so he could only set his eyes on her written crafts. Yet, writing was never easy. In this economy, she has a lot to consider when it comes to pursuing passion over practicality. She has to brace herself from the criticisms that barks and bites her whenever they can. She has to see that she's never going to be the best writer-because there will always be someone who writes better. She has to accept that sometimes writing. . .isn't just writing. When life gives her a script that should have been shelved, can Nacia act off script from this film turning into tragedy?

2023 Watty Award Winner || Biggest Twist (Special Prize) stand alone the little mermaid retelling. complete A mermaid cannot cry. Cerenia Louise knows it very well. They were tailed beings without souls therefore the privilege to produce tears was out of the question. Yet, in her previous lifetime, she cried for a prince who cannot return her love for him. Her greatest sacrifice was futile because he cannot love her back and he married another woman which ultimately broke her fading existence. However the angels saw her purity and Cerene was given a chance to live once again, this time, as a human with a soul. Contrary to her previous mission, this time, the prince who's in his reincarnated form named Raghnall Lastimoza must not fall in love with her or else, she will once again feel like fading into bubbles - losing Ragh in the process. When the opportunity of being loved back becomes apparent, will Cerene live her life at peace in the shorelines? Or accept Raghnall's love in the raging sea?

Ever since Sari's sister married the seemingly perfect man, she had dreamt of her own happily ever after. Gusto niya rin ng gwapo, mayaman, at gwapo na papakasalan. She'd settle for nothing less. And when she set her eyes on Cohen Isaac Gomez de Liaño... she knew that she'd stop at nothing to get him to notice her.

Archer The beast who's acting like a guardian angel.

He's as loyal as a dog who follows her around, but that was before she gave him up. Arkanghel, the charming high school boy who taught Sussie's young heart to love and gave her her first kiss, is now a massive company's cold and arrogant CEO. And aside from being unreachable now... Arkanghel detests her to boot. South Boys #1 JFSTORIES

[PUBLISHED UNDER LIBxWattpad] erps series #1 complete [unedited] 2# NBS Bestseller under Fiction Philippines Publication [July 2025] If only I knew, would things be different? And if only you knew, will things change? Celest Haeia Ybanez is tired of being the NBSB girl in her circle. Blame the academic workload, the fictional boys, the strict curfew created by her mother, and even the ones who told her they'll wait until she's in college-graduating na siya pero wala pa ring nagpaparamdam sa kan'ya. Idagdag pa na bugbog na bugbog na siya sa katyaw ng mga kaibigan at kamag-anak n'ya na tatanda siyang dalaga. She promised herself that she'll date someone in her last year in college. . .and there she meets Iscaleon Altreano, a meek Architecture student who's also graduating this school year. She had a plan upon seeing him. She knew that Iscaleon was way out of her league; kaya nag-offer siya na magpanggap si Iscaleon na boyfriend n'ya kahit hanggang sa graduation lang nila. For experience, for memories, and for her to have a memorable first boyfriend. Everything was fun. . .if only she knew how things can get hurt if things are bound to get real.

As she navigates the turbulent journey of self-discovery, Wednesday Denise learns that true freedom comes from within. She realizes that letting go of toxic relationships and embracing her own desires is not only necessary but empowering. *** Wednesday Denise's life is a constant struggle to win the approval of her indifferent parents. Despite the obligations she never asked for as the eldest, she can't bring herself to abandon her family. As a founding member of the Anagapesism band, her dreams take a turn when she leaves the group to pursue a nursing career, wanting to find a solid route that will eventually validate her. Having North Barrinuevo beside her, offering her the support and understanding she's been yearning for, is a blessing, as she discovers her voice, the importance of self-love, and the courage to break free from the chains of expectation. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

[SOON TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER LIBxWattpad] seniors series #5 A Senior Highschool series. complete [unedited] Solstice Lavender Reverio had it rough, the only silver lining in her life is her childhood friend-Etienne Nealcail Soteiro. However, the two of them are both compatible but also fight like cats and dogs. As if mixing oil and water. Two magnets that parallels each other. It was built just to fall apart. Deceptions, betrayal and the loss of trust for each other only makes it hard for them to form the love that they're trying hard to attain. We all have to admit, no matter how hard we try-men are sometimes just really from mars and women are from venus. Thus, could these two find the perfect balance? Can you make something work, with only bits of chemistry?

[SOON TO BE PUBLISHED UNDER LIBxWattpad] seniors series #4 A Senior Highschool series. complete [unedited] How can you love yourself when you're aware of how flawed you are? Pauletta Jayne Angeles is neglected by her family and friends due to her inability to conform in the standards of others; she was meant not to stand out, unlike her cousin, Camila Angeles who is considered to be the cream of the crop. She didn't mind the unfair treatment and the blatant favoritism until the golden boy of University of Jeanne D'Arc started to notice her and see her in a different light. Giorgion 'Gio' San Pedro is almost an ideal person for everyone. He's the perfect balance of everything, however this is not enough to convince Paulene to return his feelings for her. They only have two years in senior highschool and in those two years, Gio is determined to make Paulene love herself more; and if it's possible, fall in love with him too. In a world where flaws are seen as defects, can you truly embrace your assets?