She was too deep into her dreams and ambitions of finally escaping from the sea of poverty- to be free and finally taste luxury. She didn't want to settle yet, her heart yearns to achieve her ambitions knowing it was the only way to finally make her happy. But he came, and he proved her otherwise. She tasted happiness while she help him escape his own abyss. Sa sandaling panahon, nakalimutan niya ang mundong kinabibilangan. Naging sandigan nila ang isa't isa. Just when she thought she's finally satisfied with simple moments, the waves once again brought her into the ocean. She was once again drowning, and now that she needs saving... he never came.

Started: 04/27/2021 Ended: 08/24/2021 Ang hirap palang tumanda. Ang hirap magbayad ng bills. Ang hirap suportahan ng pamilyang akala ay isang milyon ang suweldo mo. Ang hirap ngumiti sa nanay na mataas ang tingin sa'yo pero hindi ka kayang ipagtanggol. Ang hirap tabihan sa hapagkainan ng tatay na pinag-uubusan mo ng pera pero hindi ka maalala. Ang hirap mag-abot ng tulong sa kapatid na baon sa utang. Ang hirap intindihin ng hipag na nakakapagpa-rebond pa kahit kapos na kapos na. Ang hirap pakisamahan ng bunsong halos ilahad ang mga palad tuwing makikita ka. Ang hirap ngitian ng mga taong tanong nang tanong kung bakit hindi ka pa nakakapag-asawa. Ang hirap humarap sa mundong isasampal sa'yo na mag-isa ka. Tulong, bigay, utang. Isang iling mo lang, madamot ka na. Kasama mo sila kapag may maibibigay ka, pero hindi mo sila mahahanap kapag wala na. Ikaw ang kakayod, sila ang tutuka. Ikaw ang iiyak sa pagod, sila ang magtatamasa. Iyon ang summary ng buhay ko. Sobra-sobra ang naririnig na paghingi, kulang na kulang ang naririnig na pasasalamat. Sobra-sobra ang pagpapasensya, kulang na kulang ang natatanggap na pagpapahalaga. Sobra-sobra ang binabayaran, kulang na kulang sa kasiyahan. Kaya nang dumating sa buhay ko ang nag-iisang lalaking hindi ako nakita bilang naglalakad na alkansya, ang nag-iisang lalaking nakinig sa mahabang listahan ko ng problema, ang nag-iisang lalaking nagbigay sa akin ng kakaibang saya, ipinangako ko sa sarili na sa gitna ng hirap ng pagtanda, magtitiis ako basta't siya ang kasama. Kahit pa ang kapalit noon ay pagtalikod sa minahal na pamilya. Kahit pa ang kapalit noon ay paglaban sa mundong pinatatakbo ng kapangyarihan at pera. Kahit pa ang kapalit noon ay ang pagdurusa't pag-iisa. Siya ang ginhawa, pahinga, at kasiyahan ko. Dumating man ang araw na tanaw ko na ang dulo. Dumating man ang araw na wala na kaming sagot sa lahat ng bakit at paano. Dumating man ang araw na pareho na kaming talo.

(Completed) Nathalia Celine Martinez is a Biology student at the University of the Philippines Manila. She was on the dean's list from her first year until her senior year. Despite the storms she faced, she remained a happy-go-lucky girl who was loved by many, except for her parents. Nathalia grew up with her uncle, auntie, and friends by her side. One night at a famous bar in Manila, Nathalia met Rage, a playboy and the son of a billionaire who was afraid of commitments. Rage was studying at De La Salle University, and his life goal was to become their empire's CEO. However, everything changed when he met the cute and pretty Nathalia from UP Medicine. Little did they know they were not meant to be together because of their parents' past mistakes. The Love that's supposed to be unconditional turns to forbidden Love. Will they let their past mistakes ruin everything? Or do they have to wait their time to forever? Start: July 26, 2022 End: September 06, 2022

Under The List Series #2 Gwendolyn Recamara likes to keep herself busy with paintings, pottery, plants, and most of all, lending a hand to those in need. But beneath her contentment and happy disposition are abandoned dreams and a wounded girl too afraid to come out. But when a certain someone grows fond of her and challenges her capabilities to see the world in the lense of a dreamer, it's bound to be beautiful. . . and complicated. * * * The Heartbreaker's Agenda halfbakedwriter © 2021 Book Cover Background from Freepik

When Martina Del Russo starts her clerkship at Greyfield Sinclaire Memorial Hospital, she finds herself drawn to Dr. Roy Ezekiel Arguello-a skilled surgeon burdened by a painful past-and their forbidden connection threatens to ignite something neither of them can control. *** Martina Vlanca Del Russo steps into Greyfield Sinclaire Memorial Hospital, determined to prove herself as a medical clerk. But her confidence falters the moment she collides with Dr. Roy Ezekiel Arguello-the brooding surgeon whose icy dismissal cuts deeper than any scalpel. Placed under his watchful eye in the dpartment, Martina endures his relentless criticism and piercing glares. Yet beneath the tension lies a dangerous spark neither can ignore. Every stolen glance, every accidental brush of hands, fans the flames of a forbidden attraction. But when Kiel's ex reappears and rips open old wounds, will Martina forgive those who scarred her? Can Kiel heal the wounds of betrayal and win back the woman he truly loves? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Twenty-five year old Mikaezra Sanya Gozar caught her long time boyfriend cheating on her with her best friend. Devastated, heartbroken, and jobless, she treated herself with lots of drinks in a bar. All her intention was to drink and cry to her heart's content, until she met an honest, gentleman, and a smoking hot thirty-two year old man named Von Cassius Del Russo. Von is not a very big fan of emotional attachments, instead, he likes hot and physical temporary attachments. She was supposed to be his prey for the night, but when he saw that she was in pain, his plans immediately changed to just letting her drink her feelings away........until she basically begged him to fúck her. Eventually, it led to a One Hot Night filled with pleasure. The next day, Mikaezra got hired for a new job. She walked into the building with a hope of a fresh start, but to her complete surprise, the man that gave her the best night of her life is her new boss. *** This story is written in Tagalog-English. This book also contains foul language and a lot of séxual scenes that are not suitable for very young readers. Read at your own risk. *** Highest ranks: #2 in Romance #1 in Comedy #2 in Eroticromance #2 in Billionaire #1 in Sexy

With a chance to give their relationship a second shot, Baron Medel and Desa Franco are determined to do whatever it takes to be with each other again. But when unexpected obstacles keep blocking their way, can the two finally get the happy ending they've always longed for? *** Forced by her parents to separate, Desa Franco still hopes to be with her boyfriend, Baron Medel, someday. So when a chance to meet him again comes, she immediately grabs it without hesitation. After all, her love for him remains strong despite their separation. With Desa working in Manila, the two manage to be with each other more often, and they are beyond ecstatic living in their own little world. But just when they thought that nothing could go wrong, several circumstances would try to tear them apart once more. Can Desa and Baron finally win this battle of love and get the happy ending they deserve? Or will the time they share only be a fleeting moment and nothing more? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. Cover Design by Louise De Ramos

[Bachelor's Club Series #2] A superstar and a provincial girl. Bound by a secret to conceal. Portia Solace Sevierra is a fresh graduate, a bubbly province girl, and the eldest daughter of her family who came to the city in the hope of finding work that pays well. Due to unexpected circumstances, she met the country's young superstar, Yael Montano. Yazer Eldrich Montano, known as "Yael Montano," is the epitome of a young, successful, and talented artist. He is known by his fans for his mysterious aura and expressionless face. Offered a contract to work under him, she has no other choice but to accept it. She just has one rule to follow; no one must know about it. She was forced to conceal his secret. Will love bloom in between them? Or will the secret they are forced to conceal unfold? ************** Genre: Romance and New Adult Second Installation of Bachelor's Club Novel Series Status: COMPLETED (Unedited) Word count: 70,000 - 73,000 Disclaimer: This story is written in TagLish (Tagalog + English)

Hellary Angeles was head over heels for her long-time crush, Neo. And her obsession with him reached the point where she moved to the school where he transferred. But that new school had a myth - if a student talked to the mysterious guy who was wearing a gray hoodie, he or she would become ominous with love. She never believed that, but her curiosity led her to that one cold night when she mistook someone else for that hoodie guy! And that someone else, Nazareth Sarmiego, stole a kiss from her! Para makabawi sa ginawa, sinabi ni Nazareth na tutulungan niyang mapalapit siya kay Neo. However, as they kept on trying and trying to attain her goal, she unexpectedly fell for Nazareth. But no matter how much warmth and solace his hoodie could give her amidst this chaotic world, she just couldn't be with him because it would only hurt her more.

OLD SUMMER TRILOGY #3 "Winning is everything. If you don't win, you are a failure." Ice is living by those words. After her mom fails to participate in the figure skating championship because of a tragedy, she is expecting four of her daughters to pursue the same goal. Ice feels all the pressure when her sister wins during her time but pursues a different field upon winning. For Ice, the only important thing is figure skating. Nothing else matters. She is only allowed to feel something when she wins or loses a competition. Until she meets Lyonelle in the sports center during summer training, the swimmer who has already won every swimming competition he participates in. Unlike Ice, Lai has it easy. He can have fun, flirt, and be playful and still win. He is not pressured, because he doesn't think winning is the only thing that matters in a competition. He thinks enjoying what you do matters more. "And a smile from you matters too," Lyonelle teases Ice, but the latter just looks at him with no emotion on her face. "Ah, I failed... but it's okay. We still have sixty-four days of summer to spend together."