🏆 Wattys 2024 Winner Special Prize (Catchiest Hook) Severino Cole Matias has one wish-to finally live a happy life. After a tragic event in his work, he decides to take a break from everything that once consumed him. Hoping to find peace and meaning again, he turns to faith. Believing that devotion can move even the most stubborn fate, he commits himself to completing all nine nights of Simbang Gabi, praying that his deepest wish might finally be granted. But on one quiet December dawn, beneath the glow of parol lights and the solemn hum of the Ama Namin, he meets her. A mysterious woman. Enchanting. Gentle. Unwilling to reveal who she truly is. Their connection begins with a simple touch of hands during prayer and slowly grows into something neither of them can ignore. Night after night, they talk, laugh, and begin to uncover pieces of each other. Yet whenever Severino asks about her identity, she gives him only one answer: He will know when the clock strikes midnight on December 25. As Christmas draws near, so does the truth. And when alas dose finally arrives, Severino must face a revelation that could either grant his wish... or shatter it completely. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. This story draws inspiration from the song "Alas Dose" by Cup of Joe.

wattys winner 2021 editor's pick nov 2021 Naloko, nasaktan, at isinumpa sa langit na siya'y magiging stronger and better habang yakap ang bote ng alak. 'Yan si Megan Espirtu. Nang lokohin siya ng kanyang high school boyfriend na si Derek Lorenzo, ipinangako niya sa sarili na magsisisi ito dahil sa susunod na mag-krus ang mga landas nila ay siya na si Megan 2.0: successful, prettier, and so much better, until ten years later. Derek is set to be married to a socialite and celebrity vlogger. Si Megan? Well, hindi siya successful, hindi rin siya prettier, at higit sa lahat ay naiwan siyang bitter. Hindi lang iyon, siya pa ang assistant ng wedding planner ng dalawa. With the wedding of her ex and a reluctant artist as her only salvation to not be fired, Megan is faced with the question that has been silently mocking her: was it really his loss or hers?

[Wattys 2024 Winner | Biggest Twist Award] From the slit-mouthed woman to cursed dolls and the Boogeyman, chilling urban legends have sprung to life in the idyllic Westwood City and shattered the peace that once graced its streets. But how did all these frightening tales come to be? Enter the Sagrado Family, keepers of a century-old secret. They are Bibliokinetics, a rare group of psychics with the uncanny ability to manipulate books and literary works. The family is headed by Levi Sagrado, also known as "the Librarian," who runs the Sagrado Library together with his three daughters. The eldest, Keena, a successful author with a fiery temper, is dubbed "the Writer." The youngest, Tavleen, a bubbly high school student, is "the Reader." While Alohi, the middle child, compensates for her lack of bibliokinetic powers with her inhuman strength and regenerative abilities, making her "the Gatekeeper." When the Monsters Playbook, one of the Library's most dangerous works, is stolen by a powerful and mysterious Book Thief, the Sagrados must use their powers and work together to seal the urban legends back. The family must balance this dangerous mission with their daily struggles, drama, and budding romances, all while ensuring the city's peace and safety.

WATTYS 2021 WINNER (YOUNG ADULT CATEGORY) Country girl Yngrid Bartolome only wanted two simple things: 1. To enjoy music 2. To enjoy music together with her best friend Rafael Castro Yngrid knew that deep inside her, Rafael holds a more important part in her heart. Sadly, Rafael is a busy man who has a lot to carry on his shoulders; their lives were simply far apart from each other. With the exchange of cassette tapes every 17th day of the month with one another, Yngrid hopes Rafael will notice her feelings for him someday. Even if it means a heartbreak, and a friendship that may fall apart. •• Language: Filipino

Gabriel is sick and Shane is beside her during her ups and downs. But with both of them losing time and connection, will they be able to pull off an adventure of a lifetime? "This is not a love story. This is a story about falling in love... with being alive." Something Phenomenal Written by april_avery Genre: Teen Fiction/ Young Adult

May urban legend na kumakalat online. May sumpa raw sa Shibuya na tuwing sasakay ka sa last train ride ng 23:57PM ay magsisimulang magbago ang buhay mo... Story and Art: Raykosen FB, IG and Twitter: @raykosen Note: ~ A paranormal story na isinulat ko habang nasa train station ako ng Shibuya (Tokyo). ~ Check out the ALAGAD story for extension of this story. It talks about Rio Sakurada's point of view and story. ~ Thank you for making 23:57 number 1 in the Paranormal genre ranking on its first to final chapters! ~ 23:58, a 23:57 sequel debuted in March 2020.

Private investigator and necromancer Lawrick Stryker takes on cases for money with no attachments or feelings involved...until he meets Alvis Sullivan, the girl he is willing to save from a rogue soul no matter what it takes. *** After taking over a private investigator business, Lawrick Stryker makes a name for himself in the city of Creos. His cases have a hundred percent success rate, but solving them comes with a hefty price. Clients pay no matter the cost, and Lawrick makes the most of it, for he can find anyone here and in the afterlife. He usually dissociates himself from his clients, but when he meets company heiress Alvis Sullivan, all hell breaks loose. Now interested in the correlation of Alvis to the recent deaths in Creos, Lawrick decides to make a move. Can Lawrick solve this case and catch the rogue soul wreaking havoc in Creos before it's too late? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. Cover design by Louise De Ramos.

The whole school was said to be cursed. But is is really the school...? Or.... ...is it the students?

Out of gratitude, Hadassa had to do everything to follow Salem, the black cat who gave her a second life. But she did not expect to face anything more profound in the world full of black cats. *** Nasaktan si Hadassa nang malaman niyang niloko siya ng kanyang asawa. Nang kausapin niya si Gustavus ay nagalit ito sa kanya. Sinampal siya nito dahilan para manlaban siya pabalik sa lalaki. That is the reason why Gustavus pushed her and fell from the bridge. Hadassa was so happy that she was finally freed from the cruel world she lived in. But little did she know, Salem- the king of the good black cats, gave her another life. Now, Hadassa needs to pay him back. What awaits Hadassa in the world where Salem lives? Book cover design by © Heynette THE BLACK CAT'S BRIDE. Wattpad. © All Rights Reserved 2022. JHOSA ARION

Two hearts born from rivaling companies. One from a family of CEOs: Franco Miguel Suarez has no choice but to take the path his parents want for him. He is destined to marry someone he doesn't know for the sake of money and victory. His fate led him to Zhareena, the only heiress of Legazpis, bound to tie knots with a man who can keep the wealth of her family. Given 365 days, will their heart be ready enough to love each other and learn the fundamentals of marriage? Ended: May 2022 #1 arrangedmarriage (December 2022)