When Royse's parents died, all the responsibilities for his siblings and their business were left to him. He never had the chance to mourn their deaths because he needed to remain strong. Pain turned him into the coldest person anyone could meet. For so long, he never thought of marriage because he always prioritized the responsibilities he had for his siblings and their business, until his grandfather offered him marriage. He doesn't even know how many times he rejected the offer, but he was finally convinced after his youngest sister talked to him. Samara, on the other hand, didn't want to get married yet either, but she didn't have a choice when her beloved parents pleaded with her. As the two live in the same house and begin to get to know each other, Samara slowly discovers the pain behind Royse's cold personality. Things become difficult for both of them as they venture into married life, but little did Samara know, Royse had made a deal with his grandfather that if the marriage didn't work, he would file for divorce. Whether Samara liked it or not. Started: 05/19/2023 Ended: 07/08/2023

Ingrid Zaulda is brilliant, independent, and not one to fall in love easily. Raised in wealth but distant from her parents, she has always lived by her own rules. In med school, she unexpectedly grows close to Euan Ferrer, her best friend's older brother- reserved, mysterious, yet suddenly attentive. But just as she starts to let her guard down, she uncovers a betrayal that shatters everything. Determined to take control of her own destiny, Ingrid walks away from the life planned for her, disappearing into a path no one expected. But Euan isn't ready to let her go, even if it means chasing her to the ends of the world.

Tadhana (Self-published)

𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐋𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐃 | ©zerefiera Kasal - isang bagay na pilit iniiwasan ni Victoria. She hated the arranged marriage set by her father. Ni hindi nga niya kayang magustuhan ang lalaki, ang pakasalan pa kaya? Desperate to escape the leash of an unwanted marriage threatening to tie her down, she planned on fleeing to her grandmother's province, but fate had a different path carved for her. Nagising na lang siya na naliligaw sa isang malayong probinsya. The tall towers and luxurious life she grew up with were replaced by beautiful views of mountain range and wide rice fields. The life there was calm, peaceful, and slow - something she always craved for. The life there turned out to be sweet - as she started to get used to the pair of chocolate brown eyes greeting her in the morning; the only pair that could make her heart go wild, yet calm her down at the same time. Kasal - isang bagay na pilit niyang iniiwasan dahil takot siyang magmahal. But the man she met in that foreign province made her think that if she would end up marrying someone... It's going to be him. First Published: 2023 Republished: Nov. 22, 2024 Finished: July 9, 2025

THE WATTY AWARDS 2021 WINNER: ROMANCE Due to an unexpected pregnancy, ex-lovers Ryo and Frankie are forced to live under the same roof. They can't stand each other but when the moments from their past are slowly catching up, their lingering feelings seem to be much stronger than they thought it would be. *** When Frankie Castañares broke up with Ryo Canencia, she is determined to move on and never meet him again. They are living well on their own with her working hard to be a magazine editor and him reaching his dream of becoming a professional basketball player. But with the news of Frankie being pregnant with Ryo's child, they've got no choice but to act civil and live under the same roof. They bicker over the simplest things and their situation couldn't get any easier than they ought to be. With them still hung up on their past, can they be brave enough to settle their differences and start all over again? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Illustration by 17aila_

C O M P L E T E D Trigger Warning: anxiety attack, depressive episodes, rape content, physical abuse, psychotic episodes, eating disorder, child abuse, child neglect ***** Sabrina Princess Dominguez Dakila--a strong independent woman who aspires to become a lawyer, and Storm Prince Fontanilla Esquiñas--a man with dark childhood past who aspires to become a doctor, promised to each other that they will have their first kiss under the first rainfall of the month of May. They both believe in "Agua de Mayo", a Spanish term which refers to the first rainfall of May, and is believed to have healing properties. What if the moment comes that they are both under the first rainfall of May but they are no longer together? Would they keep their promise? Or would they pretend to be strangers? Highest rank: #3 humor #4 romance #2 chicklit

Cat Villanueva is the Headnurse of HC Medical City at nabuntis siya ng kinaiinisan at mortal enemy na Doktor. Ito ay si Rat Velaroza, isang OB-GYN. Ayaw sa kanya magpa-prenatal check-up ni Cat. Kaya ang ginawa niya ay pina-blacklist niya ito sa lahat ng clinics at hospitals para sa kanya lang magpa-check up. -- Started: November 16, 2018 Finished: November 12, 2024 Book cover by: Gwin Lentia

Men Of Crown 12 | R-18 • Mature | COMPLETED Scorched by his last relationship that began with a rather dull impression but ended up spiraling awfully outrageous, Prius has decided to give his complicated love life a rest. With his parents dead, a restaurant to manage, and an organization to serve, plus a sister who married a creep, he got full hands. Yeah... Full hand... Well, being single is not fun but appalled by his last relationship-- man... The last thing on his mind is to dally again with women so his hand will do... That was his plan. However, life is full of fucking but... His hand will do has added for now... Why? After everything he had planned came a woman that stubborn like her cat. How long could he keep up with his plans when her smiles are the sunrise to his life? ⚠️ This is a Filipino-English story.

After being cheated on by his brother and ex-girlfriend, Dusk Crown suddenly becomes a womanizer and struggles to trust women again. But when he unexpectedly finds himself continuously drawn to Hyacinth, can Dusk open his heart and trust again, even if her secrets run deep? *** Planning to propose to his then-girlfriend, Dusk Crown's world shatters when he discovers she is cheating on him with his own brother. Hurt and frustrated, he transforms into a womanizer, seeking casual sexual relationships and nothing more. However, everything changes when he keeps crossing paths with Hyacinth. She captures his interest, and despite her constant rejections, he finds himself drawn to her. Just when Dusk thinks their connection might be evolving into real love, unexpected problems threaten to shatter his trust once again. As he begins to uncover the many secrets Hyacinth has been keeping, Dusk is faced with a difficult decision. Can he still trust and love her despite the revelations? Or will he choose to distance himself from her, even if it means risking his own heart in the process? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Sage Madriaga, the owner of the country's leading airline, seems to have everything - looks, wealth, and women. However, he finds these aspects of his life meaningless, especially since there's someone he desires but can't have. Rejecting the young and famous Nathalia Andrada in the past due to his principles has haunted him. Despite years of regret, he takes pride in seeing her succeed in her chosen field, which has prevented him from acting selfishly. She has changed, a lot. From the way she talks, to the way she acts, and how much her lifestyle changed completely. It's frustrating for him to watch her being pursued by multiple men who are willing to kneel for her attention. He's determined to pursue her again, this time he won't let her slip away. It will never be easy, knowing how much Nathalia has despised him for years. Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Content Warning: This story contains mature scenes that are not suitable for young readers. Status: Completed