(Stand-Alone Novel) Nothing lasts forever. Even the kind of love you swore would never fade can be lost to time. Six years ago, Serenella Laurentia Beatrix Cojuangco, a reigning beauty queen, crossed paths with Theon Cairos Malachiel Tan, one of the youngest mayors in the Philippines, at a prestigious charity ball in Manila. His charm caught her heart, and what began as a chance meeting turned into a love she thought would last. But fate had other plans. Promises were broken, and the man she once thought was her forever walked away. Now, six years later, Serene meets Theon again. To her shock, he looks at her as if their love never happened, as if he has forgotten everything they once shared. What happened to the man who once promised forever? And is Serene ready to uncover the truth, even if it shatters her all over again? Language: Filipino - English Date Started: July 2021 Date Published: October 26, 2025 Date Ended: December 28, 2025

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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

SIS (Social Issue Series) #1: Objectifying Women Over protectiveness of boyfriends are often romanticized as cute and caring nowadays. To the point that some ladies fail to live their lives to the fullest just to satisfy their men's insecurities and the likes. Pero kung ikaw si Nayeli Reese P. Eusebio, you'll probably say that you've had enough of those kinds of bullshit. Nari had been deprived of a normal life for her 17 years of existence. She never had a chance to step out of the four corners of their house and experience what common people usually do due to unfortunate circumstances that involves her personal family issues. So when she had the opportunity to finally get out from that nightmare, she promised herself, and her brother that wishes her nothing but happiness, that she will bring out the best in her as she strives to achieve her goals. But when Colton Jace R. Octavio gets into the picture, Nari felt things that she never felt before. Unexplainable feelings that are enough to confuse and distract her from her goals. Colton's dream was just to grow old with her while Nari's was for them to grow individually together. When love gets in the way of your dreams, is it possible to grow with the flow? Started: April 3, 2020 Completed: April 14, 2020

Warning: with mature themes and languages Archimedes de Chavez is a master of law, logic, and cleaning someone's mess-thanks to growing up with thirty-one siblings from different mothers and a father who specialized in chaos. After his wife's death, he buried love and treated feelings like legal guidelines. Then there's Forest Chi, his sharp-tongued, high-heeled secretary who refuses to act like a buttoned-up robot. She's got sass and zero patience for a boss who doesn't know how to operate a coffeemaker, let alone his own heart. When an accident at work leads to an unexpected romantic connection, will this cranky lawyer and his crazy assistant work out their feelings, or will they sue each other for emotional damages?07/28/2025

"Matandang Mayamang Maagang Mamamatay." That's what the retired Lieutenant and multi-billionaire Frederick San Lorenzo is known for. Despite his wealth, he still has a huge problem. At iyon ay ang karapat dapat na tagapagmana ng kaniyang yaman kapag siya ay pumanaw na. He's a widower. And has no child. Kaya naman upang hindi masayang ang kaniyang mga naipundar...He conducted a search for a deserving heir. But he has his own strict rule. And they're only three, so don't worry. First, must be an unbeatable couple: so if you are single, you're out. Second, you two will be living in his mansion for a year to test your loyalty as a couple. Third, the woman shall not be pregnant during her stay in his mansion. Meanwhile... On the other side of the world where problematic people exist, there are two human beings who're in a thirst for money. Giyu De La Fonte, a man who's always in a pickle, banned from spending money. Narra Bougainvillea, very inquisitive about how rich men's lives feels like. For the sake of the benefits they'd get, they agreed to pretend just so they'd get qualified for the old Lieutenant's search for heir. All set. However, one thing they've not prepared themselves for is...Will they pass the challenge? Especially, the third rule despite Giyu's naughtiness? #AIAPWP

Nurse Cat Villanueva has had enough of Dr. Russel 'Rat' Velaroza's arrogance, until one hot night blurs the line between hate and yearning, forcing her to see him in a way she never expected. Reaching You coming June 2. Add this to your library and get notified when it's available for you to read. *** Everyone may like OB‑gynecologist Dr. Russel "Rat" Velaroza, but not Nurse Cat Villanueva. She's had enough of his arrogance and self‑centered appeal. Freshly promoted as HC Medical City's head nurse, Cat braces herself for the challenges of leadership until one impulsive night changes everything. Cat wakes to the shocking realization that she has spent the night with the man she hates, mistaking him for her best friend Flynn. Pregnancy was never part of her plan, but destiny has its own game, forcing her to face not only her future but also the possibility that Dr. Rat may not be as bad as she thought. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Busy protecting his youngest sister, Lucius Tyrone Jorquera sets aside the possibility of having someone to love. But everything changes when he continuously crosses paths with Jinky Elle, the girl who stole his wallet-and also his heart. *** Meeting in the most bizarre way, never did Lucius Tyrone Jorquera think that he would fall for someone like Jinky Elle Castrodes. She's annoying, hard to deal with, loud, and most of all, a robber. But when his sister begs to let Elle be her companion in Illinois, Lucius has no choice but to give in to her request. Despite trying his best not to get entangled with Elle, fate seems to have other plans. Lucius finds himself drawn to her, making their situation even more complicated. When the possibility of Elle betraying him and his family arises, will Lucius choose to catch her and make her pay for her sins, or will his love for her remain strong despite everything? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

After an unexpected ceiling collapse sends her apartment into chaos, Madelaine Grayson ends up living with her brother - and dangerously close to his tattooed, way-too-charming roommate. He's off-limits... but resisting him might be impossible. *** When Madelaine Grayson's bathroom ceiling caves in, it's not just drywall that crumbles. It's her entire world. Forced to move in with her brother, she finds herself swept up in the chaos of his new protective attitude - especially when it comes to his tattooed roommate, Noah Laurier. Noah is the epitome of perfection: sweet, hot, and embedded into every thought Madelaine has. But he's forbidden, and the closer she gets, the harder he is to resist. Well... what her brother doesn't know can't hurt him, right? *** "Matt's sister, I presume?" He walks towards the couch and my eyes widen. He's tall. I thought I was tall but this man could tower me, and when he reaches a hand towards me, there's an intricate clock tattooed on the back of his hand and his fingers have bones tattooed over them. This man is not human. He's tall and angular and dripping with sex appeal. This man is hot. Capital H, capital O, capital T. I don't think I've ever seen a human being so attractive. All I can think about as I force myself to keep my eyes on the screen is the feel of his jaw beneath my hand, and it takes everything in me not to look

Meet Azalea Elle Lopez, an almost bride na tinakbuhan ng kanyang groom sa hindi malamang dahilan. Paano na niya haharapin ang buhay niya lalo na't may iniwan ito sa kanya. Maitatago kaya ito ni Elle kung pilit silang pinaglalapit ng tadhana?