MISFITS SERIES #1 I am not a criminal, but they look at me with a disgusted expression. I am not a clown, but whenever they smile at me, it seems that I am the funniest person they've met. Their criticisms, their sharp-tongued remarks make me question my worth. I just want to feel the feeling of being accepted. I just want to be loved... but I guess I just also need to accept the fact that being a plus-sized woman will remain ugly and unworthy to this society.

Cold City Series #3: A Gust Of Constellations "She's my gust of constellations, my sublime serenity." - Kasper Gustave D. Reanzares *** On a brief night of lunacy, Constelaine decided to break free from her parent's pressures and follow no rules but hers. Only to regret it the next morning when she found herself in bed with a guy who possessed a face of an angel which was actually a devil in bed.

He was there when she had it all, but where was he when it all fell apart?

As she navigates the turbulent journey of self-discovery, Wednesday Denise learns that true freedom comes from within. She realizes that letting go of toxic relationships and embracing her own desires is not only necessary but empowering. *** Wednesday Denise's life is a constant struggle to win the approval of her indifferent parents. Despite the obligations she never asked for as the eldest, she can't bring herself to abandon her family. As a founding member of the Anagapesism band, her dreams take a turn when she leaves the group to pursue a nursing career, wanting to find a solid route that will eventually validate her. Having North Barrinuevo beside her, offering her the support and understanding she's been yearning for, is a blessing, as she discovers her voice, the importance of self-love, and the courage to break free from the chains of expectation. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Bar Series #2 Love for brewed coffee. That is one thing that Asha Montemayor and Skater Mejia have in common. Unang nakita ni Asha si Skater sa event ng company ng binata kung saan siya ang barista sa coffee booth. Asha is deeply aware that it wasn't love at first sight. In fact, it was hate at first sight. Possible ba 'yon? You just hate the person kahit na wala naman itong ginagawa sa 'yo. You just hate the mere fact that he is standing next to you. Or maybe it wasn't what Asha hated; it was the fact that Skater was paying attention to her. Asha just hates it when people care for her because she grew up not needing that care. Being dependent on someone else is the last thing she wants. Skater showing care means the man can see through her facade. She's not strong; that is why she wanted to become a lawyer-to be strong enough to fight for her rights. Love for brewed coffee. That's what they thought they had in common. Little did they know that the past they had left behind connects their future. One is trying to build a home; the other one is trying to find a home. Sa piling ba ng isa't isa sila uuwi? TRIGGER WARNING!!!!

HUE SERIES #2 Graduating film student Layshana Natividad has one golden ticket to her dream school, the American Film Institute: directing a documentary series on the world's biggest chart-topping band, Exodus. The catch? The band's brooding frontman, Luchen Montenegro, wants absolutely nothing to do with it. Jaded by the spotlight, Luchen fiercely protects his band's privacy. The last thing he wants is a camera shoved in his face by a student filmmaker he doesn't even know. The feeling is entirely mutual. Layshana already despises Luchen for breaking her best friend's heart, and she swore she'd never get involved with a guy like him. But as a self-supporting orphan, Layshana can't afford to fail. She needs this diploma, and she refuses to let anyone stand in the way of her dreams of becoming a renowned director-not even the most famous, influential, and infuriating guy in the world.

THE LOSERS' CLUB SERIES #1 Have you ever been so smitten with someone that you were just so grateful they existed? Tipong makita mo lang siya, solved ka na. Kahit hindi mo siya makausap o makasama, inspired na inspired ka. That was the case for Dawn Karsen Navarro, a die-hard fan of a prominent singer and songwriter, Dior Kobe Gallardo. Kahit pa laging General Admission ticket lang ang nabibili niya at halos kasinlaki lang ng gagamba ang natatanaw niya mula sa upuan, marinig niya lang ang boses ng binata, kuntento na siya. So, when luck pulled a trick on her poor heart, she didn't hesitate to take advantage of the opportunity. She went from being in the farthest row to being in the backstage, from seeing only a glimpse of her idol to a face-to-face encounter, and from hearing only a fraction of his life to knowing everything there was to know about him. She had made a lot of progress. But, why did she go back to being seated in the farthest row? Why did she go back to being just a mere fan? After everything they vowed, why did she go back to being a stranger in the midst of the crowd?

Student Series 1: The Mañana Habit 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐝 Delaying tasks is one of the constant poor practices of some students, and cramming is their last hope to atone for their unwise decision. Procrastinators live by the motto: If it is not the due date, it is not the do date. Eleftheria Isra is one of the great examples. She loves deadline hence working in full swing to beat the clock is her favorite habit. Bukod sa hindi madaling tigilan ang isang bagay na nakasanayan, mahirap din para sa kanya ang pigilan ang nararamdaman sa isang tao na hindi niya inakalang balang araw ay kanyang magugustuhan. A real smart cookie with a heart of gold puts her into a heated pan, melting her softly like a butter and stirring it with love. Could this person help her understand that making things ahead of time is always better than putting them off? Or, after making him feel loved and important, would she still do something that deliberately breaks a soft heart that it is too late for her to realize?

HUE SERIES #3 Yren de Samaniego, born into a family of esteemed architects, always felt the weight of their expectations. Despite her true passion lying elsewhere, she pursued architecture believing it to be her only option. However, she failed the board exam, triggering disappointment from her family. Thus, she decided to leave home. Uncertain of where to go or what to do next, Yren stumbled upon a man in a coffee shop who was looking for a wife. Without hesitation, she offered herself to be his wife.

THE LOSERS' CLUB SERIES #2 Someday you'll look back on your mistakes and laugh. To name a few instances, these are those awkward first kisses you shared with your first boyfriend, those failed recitations that your classmates don't seem to forget, and those poor outfit ideas that you once thought were cute. Iyong mga dating nakakahiya, nakakainis, at masakit para sa 'yo, pagdating ng araw, ngingitian mo na lang. Maybe by then, you'll realize how much time you've invested in being too emotional. Pero may mga bagay na kahit matagal nang nangyari, hindi natin magawang tawanan. Siguro dahil nakakahiya pa rin? Siguro dahil nakakainis pa rin? O siguro, dahil masakit pa rin? For Amari Sloane Mendoza, it's all of the above. Among all the awkward, failed, and poor instances, falling in love with her classmate, Leon Ysmael Zamora, is the only mistake she can't laugh about.