Lost Island Series #5: "Listen to the song, to the symphony of the sea and sail towards the love that was lost yet found again." Cathalina once called the palace her home, but now it feels like a cage. Sheltered, hidden, and controlled, she was nothing more than a puppet, obeying the commands of those who dictated her life. Lost and lonely, she realized it was time to break free and rediscover herself. When her parents announced her arranged marriage, she had reached her limit. She refused to let others decide her fate any longer. This time, she would make her own choice-to search for the man her heart truly longed for. Fleeing into the night, she found herself aboard a ship, where she met the tall, enigmatic, with striking midnight-black eyes, and handsome Captain Lucian Alessandro Castanier. Would their love rewrite a fate that's been sealed long ago? Could it defy fate? Could it defy the very forces that threaten to tear them apart-even death itself? As they sail together upon the endless sea, will they reclaim a love that was once lost? Or would the cruel destiny make history repeat itself? Book 5 of Lost Island Series Note: Please read the first four stories related to this series before this one. Or, you can read any of the first four then this if you prefer. But I suggest you'll read this last for more thrill.

"I have a proposition," kaswal na sabi ni Ashley. "What?" tanong ni Bobby. "Tutal iniwan ka na ni Kate at hindi na magiging akin kahit kailan si Jacob...Wala kang girlfriend, wala rin akong boyfriend--" Ashley smiled playfully. "Pwedeng tayo na lang?" "Is this some kind of a prank, Ashley?" "No." Bobby laughed quietly and shook his head, then smirked at Ashley. Why would he believe anyway? Ashley was a bigtime bully and became the HFU's heartless bitch when she tried to ruin the relationship of two of the most famous campus royalties in HFU. "You're single, I am single. You're crazy, I'm crazier. You're a jerk, I'm a bitch. We could make an exceptionally good team," pangungumbinsi ni Ashley. "Just for fun." Ashley did not know why she wanted to be in a make-believe relationship, with a make-believe boyfriend even if she knew Bobby will never be hers. Just for fun of it. "I promise I won't be clingy. I know you still love Kate and as soon as Kate comes back into your life, I'm out of the picture. Agad-agad. Pronto." "You're crazy," naiiling na wika ni Bobby. "I am. Let's have fun and make crazy things together." Ashley looked directly into Bobby's eyes. "Bobby, will you be my make-believe boyfriend?" Bobby sighed. "Okay, fine. I am now your make-believe boyfriend. Pero sa oras na makipagbalikan sa akin si Kate--" "I'm out of the picture." Some crazy act. Because Bobby was Jacob's bestfriend. And Jacob was her ultimate college love whom she knew will never be hers. Pero pumayag siya sa isang relasyong siya ang talo sa umpisa pa lang. Because she fell in love with Bobby along the way. And Kate came back to take back what was originally hers. Ashley knew she was doomed. Again. Dahil nagmahal na naman siya ng isang lalaking hindi na naman magiging kanya kahit kailan A BIG thank you to @yhang__yhang (yhangunnie) for my nice book cover. Please follow her ❤

No LOVE is greater than that a FATHER'S LOVE for his SON- Alora Nicole Colley **** Another inspirational Story from Palibhasa_pusa ^^

Saying no is the constant dilemma of people with the biggest hearts. To them, refusing equates to rejecting. They tend to keep on doing favors until it's too much. Ngunit kailan nga ba masasabi kung sobra na? Einav Jynette R. Leyva is the sweetest soul in Calle Nueva. A people's person. A good mixer. A social butterfly that can easily form meaningful connection with anyone. Madali niyang nakukuha ang loob ng sinuman dahil sa mga likas na katangiang taglay niya. Compassionate, Warm, and Humane. She's everyone's favorite person. Every guy's dream girl. Every parent's ideal daughter-in-law. She's too caring. Too thoughtful. Too expressive. Pero ika nga sa kasabihan... ang anumang sobra ay masama.

SIS (Social Issue Series) #5: Victim Blaming Why is talking about sex a taboo? What's wrong with sex? Sex is normal. Sex is fine. As long as it is consensual then all else is good. But someone being sexually open does not and will never equate to providing license for slut shaming or sexual harassment. Iris Everleigh is an all-around social media influencer. She isn't your typical dalagang Filipina. Her audacity and exceptionality are what set her apart from the rest. She enjoys things without giving a single fuck to whatever people has to say. Ace Frederick is the complete opposite. A primitive and vigilant guy. Never in his wildest dreams would he want to involve himself to someone who would just make his life complicated. His vision was simple: Be successful enough, get a decent woman to get married to, and start a family of his own. So what could happen if they stumble upon each other? A club probably? Where Ace was just supposed to attend his friend's bachelor party? But ended up crossing paths with the irresistible and drunk Iris? Will he be able to stand by his principles? Or would it be impossible to?

SIS (Social Issue Series) #4: Bullying They say that beauty is a luxury. That good looks is the only privilege that matters. That the world is only in favor of those who were born pretty. Sa panahon nga raw ngayon, parang kasalanan na ang pagiging less attractive. You're unappealing? Emotionally weak? Naive? How pathetic. Now you gotta deal with the consequences, loser. Sounds like bullshit? Yup. The truth may be harsh but it is what it is. Once you failed to reach the very high standards set by the society, you're doomed. Yara Isabelle got the deadliest combination of being unattractive, soft-hearted and innocent. But she used to get by and survive the bullying just fine. Because she got her knight-in-shining armor. Her childhood sweetheart. Not until he stopped saving her. Not until he stopped caring. Not until he got fed up of everything. Sky Edison used to be full of compassion. But that was before something terrible happened within their family. His perception had changed. He now finds it ridiculous that people let themselves get treated badly. However, the downside is that for some significant circumstances, these two have to share a condo as they enter senior high school. What could possibly happen given their situation? How would it feel like living under the same roof not with your bully but your former superhero who's now just a witness of your despair? How would it feel like going home to a place with a person who gets to see you getting bullied everyday at school? Wattys 2020 Winner under Young Adult Category

SIS (Social Issue Series) #2: Stereotyping Piercing, Tattoo, Dyed Hair. Usual indications of a badass. Kapag babae ka at meron ka nito ay malamang fuck girl, adik, slut, o wala ka raw patutunguhan sa buhay. Lia Kennedy grew up doing whatever she likes. Wala siyang nakitang rason para pigilan ang sarili sa kung ano man ang mga nakapagpapasaya sa kaniya. Ngunit nang mamulat ay nagising siya sa mapait na katotohanang hindi mo magagawa lahat ng gusto mo sa mundo. Madali para sa iba ang manghusga base lang sa kung ano ang nakikita nila sayo. Ridge Terrence is no exception. A serious guy who had things plan ahead for his life. He's one of those who believe that what you see is what you get. He gives no time for bullshits. As Lia gets stuck between being herself and changing to be accepted, she faced several conflicts in her teenage years that brought their fate together. Will it be a good thing? Or a bad thing? Started: April 15, 2020 Completed: April 26, 2020

[First of HIDDEN BEACH Series] Savannah Brielle Palomarez is one opinionated woman. She never backs out in arguments kahit sino pa man ang kaharap niya. But that one strong asset of hers is the prospect that ruined a long-lived relationship. Kaya walang pag-aalinlangan siyang lumuwas palayo sa siyudad at nahantong sa probinsyang unti-unti nang tinatakpan ng alaala niya. From that moment, her life changed. At ito ay sa katauhan ng isang lalakeng sinasangga lahat ng patutsada niya. Bawat bala ay tinutumbasan nito ng patalim. Not to mention his oh-so-hot charms. So basically, she just met her match. Savannah knows better. She's done with sinister-looking guys. They break hearts. But from the moment she saw her walls crumble, lahat ng pagpipigil sa sarili at matibay na paniniwala ay parang bula na nag-laho. Kahit ano pang gawin na pag-puwersa sa sarili at isipan mo, when the heart speaks, there's nothing you can ever do. Screw mind over matter.

SIS (Social Issue Series) #3: Gender Inequality Men and women in the 21st Century still aren't able to totally get free from the socially defined roles. They are expected to act in certain ways just because they are male and female. Lalake ka raw kaya hindi ka pwede sa ganito. Babae ka raw kaya hanggang dito ka lang. Ellie Madeline have always dreamed of becoming a pilot. She believes that she was born to fly. Despite the disapproval of the people around her, she was able to take one step closer to her goal. Little did she know that her entrance in the best Aviation Academy in town is just the beginning of her struggle against discrimination. Spencer Donovan is her number one rival. He wants to be the best in this field just as much as she wants. As they pit against each other, Ellie found herself falling for Spencer's unforeseen charms. But her bold advances to win his heart just backfires all the time. That's when Zaiden Pierce decided to join the picture and offer her some help. Who is he? Well, he's just nothing more than Spencer's bestfriend. Or... could there actually be more to that? Started: May 1, 2020 Completed: May 18, 2020

Wild, young and free... Madalas kapag sa murang edad nagsisimula ang isang relasyon, hindi gaanong siniseryoso ang mga bagay-bagay; Rash decisions, immature mindset, juvenile beliefs...but one man excluded himself among those who believe in the theories of young love. He doesn't believe in the ideals. He believes with his heart. Magagawa pa rin kaya niyang ibukod ang sarili hanggang wakas? There are some hearts who would never take their first heartbreak too lightly. Ang iba ay ginagawa pa itong pundasyon sa pagkakaroon ng baluktot na paniniwala sa relasyon at pag-ibig. Some guaranteed detestation from their erstwhile love. Just like how he bled himself dry. Everything was used to be so perfect for Dean Cornelius Ortigoza. From an up and coming rock and roll career to supportive significant others...sa murang edad ay kulang na lang at lalagpasan na niya ang mga pangarap. Mga pangarap nila. One more step to get ahold of his dreams. All in just one single reach. Just one more...until a requisition of vow became a misstep that took a three hundred and sixty degree turn. Inside out. Hearts are breaking. Promises undone. A heart turned cold. The day he became ruthless.