Opposites Attract Series #1 Being the son of one of the richest businessmen in the world was never an easy task for Warren. He always has to be on his toes and always on the lookout for mistakes that could tarnish his father's lovely empire. It was a tiring duty, but he can't just say no to his father. After all, his father's words were automatically his words as well. For more than a decade, Warren follows his father's orders like a mindless robot. Completing his duties diligently because that's the only way he would get his father's validation and approval, which was the only thing his mind was focused on. However, that all changed when he met a man, who happens to have the most gorgeous ocean blue eyes. In just one glance, Warren couldn't look away anymore. He was like a piece of metal that finally found his magnet. And the longer Warren stares at this man's blue eyes, the bigger his fixation becomes. This man was like an error in Warren's programmed life, one that he didn't see coming but definitely wanted to keep for some unknown reasons. Why is that? That's what Warren intended to find out. *** DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Tagalog/English. BOOK COVER by Monay_li

Santiago Alverio is torn between family expectations and his own internalized fears from homophobic relatives. As he enters a casual fling with Diablo Delgado, he discovers that love, patience, and acceptance might be the blueprint to healing and embracing his true self. *** Santiago Alverio has always lived by the rules of his family, peers, and a silent world that tells him who he should be. As a civil engineering student, he hides behind toxic masculinity and the fear of being noticed because of expectations and a homophobic upbringing. Then comes Diablo Delgado--fearless, affectionate, and unapologetically himself. What begins as a no-strings "friends with benefits" arrangement slowly converts into something deeper. With every touch, every unguarded smile, Diablo breaks the walls Santi has built around his heart. But love is never simple. Santi is caught between family pressures, societal judgment, and his own insecurities. Will he ever realize that happiness was never about meeting expectations but about choosing the person who makes him feel whole? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano ILLUSTRATOR: Ri Ot

Jackson Ramirez has always followed the rules-his family's, society's, everyone's but his own. Trapped in a life dictated by expectations, he buried his passion and silenced the voice that once made him feel alive. So when Kenzo Adachi walked into his class-blunt, intense, and always acting like he owned the room. Jackson couldn't help but feel . . . annoyed. Annoyed by his confidence. Annoyed by how he said whatever he wanted. Annoyed by how free he was. But Kenzo? He saw something else. He saw a bird trying to breathe through its cage. And Kenzo, the kind of man who lives by his own rules, was ready to go beyond the boundary-just to help Jackson learn how to fly.

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Keegan's life wasn't a great one. He would attest. Kung iyong buhay ng iba, puro up? Iyong sa kanya naman e puro down. Masyadong maraming drama at plot twists, pagod na siya. Yet despite the never-ending obstacles life kept on throwing his way, Keegan managed to find solace through Ryleigh; his sweet and lovable online girlfriend... Minus, what Keegan didn't anticipate was... Ryleigh was a plot twist 'herself'. Ilang beses naman na siyang winarningan ng mga kaibigan e. Ilang beses na tinamaan ng 'paano kung...', 'anong gagawin mo kung...'-ayaw lang niyang makinig kaya kinarma siya. Because shit. His girlfriend might not actually be a girlfriend. START DATE: JUNE 30, 2021 END DATE: MAY 10, 2022 REVISION DATE: JUNE 24, 2024

Looks can be deceiving - ito ang naging realisasyon ni Aaron noong una niyang makilala si Easton at nang kalauna'y nalaman niya ang tunay nitong kulay. He was a piece of shit who masked his trashy attitude behind his beautiful face. The two of them were like Heaven and Hell, the angel and the devil. Black and white, evil and good. At dahil sa pagkakaiba nila, nakampante si Aaron na hindi na siya ulit maa-attract sa binata. But romance couldn't be predicted. A fight against love- Aaron would rather die than admit that he's fallen in love with that angel-faced demon spawn! START DATE: July 10, 2023 END DATE: June 17, 2024

COMPLETED D'BEASTS SERIES #1: Taming the Beast Si Akiro Miguel Gomez, ang star player ng Saint Benedict's Varsity Team na mas kilala sa tawag na D'Beasts at tinitilian ng mga kababaihan, ay hindi inaasahang magbabago ang mundo nang dumating ang transferred student na si Damien Villaverde. Isang maliit na alitan ang naging dahilan ng kanilang hindi pagkakaintindihan. Lingid sa kaalaman ni Akiro, habang tumatagal, nag-iiba na rin ang nararamdaman niya para sa binata. Magagawa ba niyang labanan ang kakaibang nararamdaman, o magpapadala na lang siya sa bugso ng damdamin? Hanggang saan nga ba aabot ang pagmamahalan na hindi matanggap ng karamihan? Will they fight for it, or will they end up fighting because of it?

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Lance Milonel Zapanta is a womanizer, but his days as a bachelor are numbered. When family duty calls, he is set on a marital arrangement with the youngest supermodel and heiress, Ace Heartily-Villamayor. The boy is not your typical socialite brat, he's a millionaire by worth who takes pleasure in the flashes of cameras. Being the only 'princess' of the family, he was pressured into marrying the Zapanta's bachelor. DATE STARTED: 08-30-20 DATE FINISHED: 02-01-21 OFFICIAL COVER: IEC Creations (under editing)

To Kade Sanford Black, falling for his best friend Xanthie Lorenz, a serious and drop-dead handsome songwriter, was a line he did not want to cross. Knowing all too well the huge possibility of losing the only person who could see through him, he took a step back and put a distance to sustain their friendship - especially since Xanthie is soon to marry. Will Kade be able to hold back his feelings until he sees Xanthie married? Or will he finally have the courage to confess his feelings...and risk losing the only friend he has? WARNING: This story contains depictions of suicide, self-harm, and mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Any depictions of mental health issues herein are not meant as a replacement for medical care. If you or someone you know deals with similar issues, they should seek the help of a medical professional. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know in the U.S. is contemplating suicide, please encourage them to call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. For international resources, please visit: http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/international-suicide-hotline s.html CECELIB | C.C. Cover by Ren Tachibana