Falling for their opponent's outside spiker isn't a part of rookie libero Kaizen Reyes' plan. But when Kai discovers that Roen Alejo has liked him for so long, maybe receiving that facial hit from him before isn't that bad after all. *** Determined and innocent, rookie libero Kaizen Reyes believes in the power of manifestation. Whether it be through his studies or winning their volleyball games, as long as he sets his mind on it, he makes a way to make it come true. However, after obtaining a facial hit from Roen Alejo, their opponent's outside spiker, Kai's quiet world suddenly becomes disturbed. Through their constant meetings and communication, Roen is making him feel something he can't fully name, making him doubtful and confused. Now torn between confessing to Roen and keeping their friendship afloat, can Kai remain focused and keep his emotions in check? Or will he take the leap of faith and risk it all for the sake of love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos Published under Pop Fiction

Isko comes from a supportive family, yet he struggles to find his true direction in life while facing constant bullying both inside and outside of school. His life takes a turn when he reconnects with his childhood neighbor, Maui Tj Chavez, the school gang leader. Maui, on the other hand, has a clear ambition: he dreams of becoming a doctor but lacks the financial means to pursue this goal. Every morning, he leaves for his Grade 3 class at the same school as Isko. Even though his class was dismissed at noon, he would return home at night exactly when Isko's class ended, drawing them to walk home together. Because of his intimidating reputation, Isko's bullies keep their distance from them. As they grow closer, as the world hates them... Maui protects Isko's freedom, while Isko, still uncertain of his own future, agrees to carry on Maui's fading dream of becoming a doctor. They did what they could to hold on to their dreams and hope. But everything falls apart when Isko accidentally kills a student who had been bullying him, dragging them both into a catastrophe that changes everything.

His world is filled with questions and trauma. Yshawn carries the scars of his past, making him elusive to people as he encountered them at a young age. Gino, who is cheerful and optimistic, can perk up any situation with his warm demeanor. Despite their differences, they still made a deep connection and motivated each other to live in a mad world, where domestic violence and gender bias persist in an obnoxious society. Together, they braved every misfortune in the depths of mutualistic ties until only drops of rain linked them.

Matyagang hinihintay ni Eros ang pag-ibig habang si Zach ay desperado sa paghahanap nito. Sa pagtagpo ng kanilang landas, mapatutunayan nila na ang pag-ibig ay isang bagay na kailanman ay hindi mapaghahandaan. (08/10/2019) 1. Physical copy published under PopFiction. Available online and on bookstores. 2. Audiobook published under SeryeFM. Available on Spotify, and their app and website. 3. English translation published under Giraffe Media, a Singapore based publishing company. Available online.