MARUPOK SERIES #1 Cardiothoracic Surgeon-Skylar Blaire Flores witnessed tragedies in her life. Hindi maganda ang takbo ng buhay nito and the only thing that makes her sane is her boyfriend Maverick Kai Vargas. But as she hold onto her last hope, he teared her apart. Tuluyang gumuho ang mundo ni Sky dahil sa ginawa ni Kai and she swore to herself that this will be the last time that they will be meeting again.

Maurice Severina de Morga, a registered nurse, wants to escape the torment of her family by leaving the country, but Ulysses Ridgen 'Yuri' Suarez offers her a fresh perspective on life. However, just as heaven grants hope, it also finds ways to take it back. *** Neglected and mistreated, Maurice has lived in the shadows of cruelty, cast aside by a family that never saw her worth. Leaving home and building a future abroad seems like the only way to prove she can live on her own. But fate has a wicked sense of irony when she asks Yuri Suarez for a bizarre request in her laboratory class. As a grumpy nurse who detests small talk, dealing with Yuri is far from easy for Maurice. But for once, she believes he is a wildcard deal straight from heaven-a chance at something more. Yet when his life hangs by a thread, Maurice is caught between saving him and saving herself. Is he truly heaven's wildcard, or has fate cursed her with yet another inescapable hell? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Khalid Ducani, a close friend of Aneisteissa Reino De Alba's parents, must resist her clear display of interest in him to protect both his reputation and his valued relationship with her family. *** Khalid Ducani had sworn off love after two failed marriages, until one unexpected night with his best friend's daughter, Anie Reino De Alba, set his carefully guarded world off balance. Soon after, Anie left to pursue her dream of training with the Presidential Security Group, but fate pulled her back into Khalid's life in a way neither of them could ignore. As she stepped into the role of his bodyguard, the lines between duty and desire began to blur, drawing them into a risky dance of temptation and restraint. But with reputations, loyalties, and hearts on the line, one wrong move could destroy everything they hold dear. How far will they go to protect what matters most, and what will they risk to have it all? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

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

Yehirah takes a new job being a nanny to the child of a single father, but every bedtime story she whispers is laced with the truth no one dares speak aloud: the child she's taking care of is the one she gave away. *** Yehirah Alcantara has only one goal: to build a better life for her family. Accepting a job as a nanny to Architect Dwyne Mendez's daughter, Hillary, seems like the perfect start. But what begins as a sacrifice to survive turns into a quiet confrontation. Hillary isn't just any child-she's the daughter Yehirah once gave away out of desperation. With Dwyne unaware of their shared past, lost in the fog of amnesia, Yehirah's return to their lives is both a lifeline and a frightening truth waiting to be revealed. Now, faced with the slim chance of redemption, Yehirah must ask herself: will revealing the secret shatter everything or will it bring back the child and the man she never stopped loving? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos ILLUSTRATOR: Ajjay Arts

Meeting again after a nasty breakup, Pyrmont Crown is determined to get even with his ex-girlfriend, Dessert Arenas, no matter what it takes. But with the numerous connections between them, can Dessert and Pyr finally resolve their misunderstandings and have a second shot at love? *** Believing that his ex-girlfriend, Dessert Arenas, cheated on him, Pyrmont Crown vows to get even when they meet again after five years. He is willing to do whatever it takes to make her feel his wrath, even if it means throwing her off Crown Island along with her son. However, when Pyrmont discovers unexpected connections with Dessert, he becomes uncertain of what to do. As they live together again, old misunderstandings about their past resurface, prompting them to reevaluate their relationship. Now, given a second chance, can Dessert and Pyrmont finally resolve everything once and for all? Or will new secrets emerge, driving them apart even more? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Her family had moved to the province, and Illyasviel Figueroa had to adjust to her new surroundings. She thought she was a nobody-until Kreios Castellano made her feel special among the other girls at their university. Little did she know, he was more than just the cool guy in town. Standalone in the Game of Cards series *** After her family's move to Iloilo, Illya found herself adrift, struggling to adapt to her new life. As a shy and introverted girl, it takes a lot of courage for Illya to get along with people and make friends-until Kreios shatters her defenses. His charm and quiet intensity made her believe in a love that could never falter. But that illusion crumbled the day Kreios disappeared without saying goodbye, leaving Illya with nothing but unanswered questions and the ache of betrayal. Years later, Illya steels herself against suffering after her family's heartbreaking fate. Uncovering Kreios's true identity upends her world once again, and she never imagined that love could be his most lethal flaw. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Regina Dionela

Khalil Ducani, a notorious playboy, gives up everything for the woman he loves, Khallisa Baltazar, only to wake up one day in a life he no longer remembers and a love he can no longer feel. *** After her father's accident, Khallisa Baltazar accepts a desperate offer to keep campus playboy Khalil Ducani company for a night. When panic overwhelms her, she begs to stay useful and ends up working as his assistant. What begins as a reluctant arrangement gradually grows into a deeper connection. As their relationship develops, both face tough decisions that alter the path of their lives. Years later, their paths cross again, but everything has changed-Khalil included. With hidden truths, lingering emotions, and unexpected challenges in their way, can they still find their way back to each other, or is it already too late? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

To pay her mother's debt, Valeska Dampierre has to do compromising work in the dark. One sensual deal and intimate night with Rashid Montecarlo, the head of a security agency, gave her hope to save her from danger, but is he the right person to be her savior? *** Valeska Leigh Dampierre spent most of her life in France with her father. But when he remarried, she was forced to move to the Philippines to live with her mother. Burdened by her mother's debt to dangerous men, Valeska takes a job dancing at a bachelor party to make ends meet. Meeting Rashid Montecarlo-the head of a security agency, a temptation in the flesh-is not on any of her plan. Despite barely knowing him, Valeska agrees to move in with Rashid, drawn by an irresistible attraction. But as she delves deeper into his life, she uncovers the darkness he's been hiding. Will Rashid become the light at the end of the dark tunnel, or will he burn her hopes like a dangerous fire?

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