Wattys 2019 Winner in Historical Fiction Category Dahil sa isang pagkakamali, out of nowhere ay bumalik sa taong 1855 si Choleng. Nalayo man nang tuluyan sa pamilya ay hindi naman niya inasahang makikilala ang mga taong may kanya-kanyang dinadalang pighati sa kani-kanilang puso ang magpapagulo at magpapasakit nang bonggang-bongga sa kanyang ulo. Maghihilom pa ba ang mga pusong minarkahan ng pagkamuhi at hinanakit? May pag-asa pa nga bang muling mabuo ang mga nagkapira-pirasong pagsasama na winasak ng salapi, kapangyarihan, pag-ibig, at mga ibinaong lihim? Samahan si Choleng na tuklasin ang katotohanan sa kanyang paglalakbay pabalik sa nakaraan. Alin nga ba ang dapat niyang paniwalaan? Ang banta ng kanyang pangitain? O, ang banta ng nagbabalat-kayong katotohanan? Simulan: July 16, 2017 Tinapos: October 29, 2020 #1 in Historical Fiction 05/10/2018 #1 in Classics 05/18/2018 #1 in Mystery 08/06/2022 Wattpad's Talk of the Town 03/01/2022 Current Book Cover: Binibining RaichiMirae Previous Cover: Binibining thiszyourclover

The thing with Valentine's Day is, either you hate it or you love it. And Zade Pascual definitely belongs to the first category. Para sa kanya, isang araw lang ito ng commercialized version ng pag-ibig. Walang kakilig-kilig at napakalayo sa true love stories na nababasa niya sa mga libro. Nasubok ang kanyang anti-Valentine's sentiment when she unexpectedly meets Andreau Cortez-an award-winning actor and film student at her university-in the cafe where she works-- on Valentine's Day of all days. Andreau, their new cafe regular, surprises Zade by asking for her help with his latest short film project, which she hesitantly agrees to. Despite a rocky start, Zade discovers the real Andreau Cortez beyond the camera and celebrity gossip. Over the fika-not date hangouts and late-night conversations, their effortless friendship blurs into something more, to the point na akala ng lahat (yes, friends and family included) na sila na ni Andreau. Caught off guard by her evolving feelings, Zade must confront her own heart. Hanggang best friend nga lang ba ang tingin niya kay Andreau? Can their story unfold like the happy endings she loves in books? Well, sometimes, the best love stories take time to tell.

Ares Madriaga has carved out a formidable reputation as Asia's prominent and most desirable surgeon. His intense demeanor, coupled with his fame and expertise, has opened countless doors for him. Renowned for his toughness and ambition, he is accustomed to getting whatever he desires. As one of the most sought-after and well-known bachelors, he effortlessly captivates attention. With his aloof attitude, he'd rather prioritize his career over romantic pursuits. He believes that his success stems from his unwavering commitment to doing what he believes is right. However, his perspective changed when he met a woman in a nightclub. Despite his principles and intelligence, he chooses to pursue her knowing she's forbidden. Anais Cuanco embodies the epitome of an ideal woman, but she is off-limits as she is engaged to his friend. But who gives a damn about that? For the first time in his life, he wants to steal her away, despite the fact that she's going to be tied to someone. People said that chase your dreams, and that's exactly what he's going to do. Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Content Warning: This story contains mature scenes that are not suitable for young readers. Status: Ongoing

In the relentless storm of misfortune, Jessa's world crumbled as her businesses fell like a house of cards, leaving her drowning in a sea of debts. The remnants of her once comfortable life vanished one by one, leaving only an overwhelming sense of financial ruin. Among the mounting troubles, the most pressing was her father's debt to a menacing loan shark. Jessa had to settle it, or risk dire consequences for her beloved Papa. To make matters worse, the family home was on the brink of foreclosure by the relentless claws of the bank. Desperate, she approached the formidable Mr. Guiller Moretti, proposing a dire trade-her internal organs in exchange for her father's life. Yet, Mr. Moretti turned down the grim offer and presented an alternative. A job. A demeaning profession she never thought she would consider. Faced with the choice of endangering her father or sacrificing her own dignity, she opted for the latter. Jessa agreed to become a high-priced escort to secure her father's freedom. Little did she know, this was just the beginning of her tumultuous journey. Fate took an unexpected turn when her first client turned out to be Xyrius Dale Smith, a notorious playboy from the university she attended. Xyrius not only paid off her father's debts but showered her with opulence-expensive dresses, cars, condos, and jewelry. Yet, the exorbitant price for this lavish lifestyle was her exclusivity. He demanded her body to be his and his alone. Was it a heaven-sent salvation? Far from it. Was she lucky? Definitely not. From the moment Xyrius became obsessed with her allure, Jessa's life took a chaotic nosedive into a whirlwind of unexpected passion and turmoil, leaving her to question if this twist of fate was a blessing or a curse.

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They say that happy-go-lucky people bury their deepest pain behind smiles. For Maverick Evander, an architecture student, was entangled in a web of uncertainty by his parents' decision to separate. Beneath his playful image and a well-known loud circle, he was able to carry a facade-a mystery no one could ever decipher. How can you read someone when they are just black pages in the book? That's how engineering student Rade Archiel Tejano sees Mavric: a blinding sun you could only graze upon. And the more he tries to solve the puzzles in Mavric's mind games, the more Mavric's wall thickens. Will Rade be able to crush someone who is already broken? Will Mavric top someone when he's the one who's falling? In a play where one had to win, both of them fell...hard.

Xyleenah gave Kaius her heart and body to secure her future but still ended up a failure. After years of hiding from him, fate reunites them, and the child she's kept for years may be the key to a love that never truly ended. *** Struggling through college, Xyleenah Vivien Cruz never expected kindness to come from the top student in her class. Desperate to graduate, she struck a deal with Kaius Warner Legaspi-the guy who left her with a shattered heart and an unexpected pregnancy. Years later, Kaius returns as a respected doctor and owner of the café where fate leads Xyleenah to apply. With her pride bruised and her secrets buried deep, she has no choice but to work under the man she once left without a word. But Kaius never forgot her. And now that he knows the truth about their son, he's ready to fight for the family that was stolen from him and for the love that never truly ended. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos ILLUSTRATOR: Ajjay Arts

In a society where blue is classified for boys and pink for the girls, Shiloh Ching Escarra struggled during his childhood when he discovered his fondness for the toys and colors that were only labeled for the girls. Despite confining himself in the darkness, Brent Matthew Jarsdel, his roommate and the son of his mother's friend, gradually peeked through his thick walls and found a way to paint his world according to what color he genuinely prefers. In the midst of those unexplainable feelings, confusions, and judgements, Brent was willing to risk it all; to fight for the love he unexpectedly found; to build him a home where his true colors would finally be accepted.

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It was said that her beauty is a gift but for her, it was a fathomable curse. The sweet and innocent Nirvana Trinares had a hard time growing up. With her father's reputation, the world judge her. She was struggling to stay away from her father's shadow but life can always find a way to test her.