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.

Tadhana (Self-published)

NOTE: Chapters are short in terms of word count, that explains the chapters available. Faye, is an iskolar ng bayan from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, is on the verge of losing the one thing she fought for the first time, her life in Manila, away from a home where every move is dictated by her family. That is her chaos. Kreil, a communication student at the University of Santo Tomas, has everything, privilege and a secured future already carved into his palm. However, even having almost everything, he wants nothing. That is his chaos. Their worlds first collided when Kreil made a bold move and suddenly decided to pretend to be couple with Faye to claim a couple bracelet they both wanted for its design, despite being complete strangers. What should have been a one-time interaction becomes the thread that pulls their life closer to each other, until Kreil makes her an offer in exchange for his protection from the family she's desperate to escape, she has to live with him and be his personal cook. Is this a summer-like run away or another chaos that would only lead them deeper into the storm? In a fast-paced city, will they be able to find calmness amid the chaos on every road in Manila?

Bianca was raised to never disobey - to follow her aunt's every word and to wait for love until college is over. But her deep admiration for Ismael is a temptation she can't resist, even if it means disobeying for the first time in her life. ** Tatlong lugar lang ang madalas puntahan ni Bianca - eskwelahan, bahay, at simbahan. In school, she learns. At home, she rests and feels safe. But the church... that's where she gets to see Ismael - the sacristan she secretly adores so badly. Ismael Aurelius Alejo is Monte Claro's pure boy - kind, innocent, angel-like. Or so everyone believes. But when Bianca catches him breaking the image he's worked so hard to keep, she learns the truth. Ismael is not as innocent as he seems. And the more she uncovers, the more she's drawn to him - even if it means betraying her aunt's trust. Bawat sandali, bawat lihim na pagtatagpo, bawat tahimik na away na walang ibang nakakaalam - Bianca just can't let him go. She knows this love can't last. And when she finally does, it's too late. His feelings have gone beyond control. Now it's him who can't forget every moment they shared together. Ismael Aurelius Alejo is the boy who fights for love. And this time, he's ready to break every rule to keep her. This story is written in Tagalog and English. HeyBeyaaah

Unloved and unappreciated by her own family, Letizia Vergara's life gets more complicated when she is arranged to marry the coldhearted Trevor Galvez. As her struggles intensify, Letizia starts to wonder whether her relationship with Trevor will improve her situation or only make them worse. *** Optimistic and kind-hearted, Letizia Vergara always gives her best in everything she does. By excelling in her studies and being a successful varsity player, she hopes that one day, her family can be proud of her. However, not only do they make her feel unloved and unappreciated, but they also force her to marry a stranger just to save their failing business. Facing this daunting reality, Letizia bravely navigates her new life with Trevor Galvez, the billionaire's coldhearted son. When fake feelings suddenly turn real, can Letizia finally get the love she's been yearning for? Or will their wrong choices and misunderstandings only break her heart once more? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano

Liz strongly believed in preserving herself for her future husband - until she met the boy who made her fall in love. That's when she realized, it wasn't about being married, but about being ready for the man she chose to give herself to. ** Para sa taong-bahay na si Liz, madali lang para sa kanya ang manghusga-lalo na pagdating sa mga lalaki. May pusong bato si Elizabeth. Kaya imbes na mastress ang Lola niya sa kakapigil sa pagboboyfriend, siya pa tuloy ang nasstress dahil ni isang jowa, wala pang nadala si Liz sa bahay nila! Nicolas Arkelius Alejo is the infamous bad boy of their province. Pero maliban doon, kilala rin siya bilang panganay ng prominenteng pamilya sa Monte Claro. He's got the looks, the charm, and the confidence girls easily fall for. Marunong makipag-usap, makisama, at lalong-lalo na pagdating sa negosyo. But Liz isn't impressed by things like that. Para sa kanya, ang mga gaya ni Nicolas ay hindi marunong magseryoso sa isang relasyon. Kaya ano ngayon kung gwapo siya? But Nicolas is the type who never gives up when he falls for a girl. He's the kind to wait-patiently, quietly, persistently. Determinado siyang palambutin ang puso ni Liz, kahit ilang taon pa ang abutin. Liz gave him her conditions-and he gladly accepted them. To never let go. To fight for each other, no matter what. Nicolas Arkelius Alejo is the kind of man who stands by his word. When he said he'd protect her no matter what, he meant it. Even if it means hurting someone. Even if it means killing for love. HeyBeyaaah

Jessica Claire is the one and only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Travieso. She was born with a silver spoon in her mouth, she's filthy rich and can get anything she wants with a snap of her finger. But in life, you can't always have it all. They all say that she's lucky because she can actually have all the things that she wants and she thinks that's absurd because if she can really have all the things that she wants... then why can't she have the self love that she always wanted? You see, love isn't just about receiving diamonds and roses. Love is about making your significant other realize that she is still worth it despite all the flaws and imperfections crawling on her skin.

THIS STORY WILL BE FREE ON AUG 17, 2022. Kenna has long accepted that no matter what she does, each and every relationship of hers won't last. Meeting Saint Del Valle is bound to be a repeat experience. Or not. Is he the plot twist she's long been waiting for--so that she can proudly say she's no longer embracing the suck? *** All her life, Mackenzie "Kenna" Solares is used to being left behind. Accepting that her relationships have very short expiration dates is one thing--still, this doesn't stop her from hoping that she'll finally belong to someone, even if it means she has to shape-shift herself into that someone's ideal girl. Much to her dismay, boys still tend to run away from her after a kiss or two. A chance meeting with a guy in a costume party might turn her fate around. Maybe, Saint Del Valle is the guy who will make her unlearn the twenty years she spent embracing the suck. Disclaimer: This story is in Taglish. Cover Design by Rayne Mariano

Sa isang pagwawakas, hindi maaaring walang masasaktan. Isa man sa inyo, o kayong dalawa pareho. Sa bawat mga hakbang palayo, ay ang unti-unting pagkawasak ng mga puso. Sa pag-angat ng kamay upang punasan ang mga luha, may naglalandas na panibago. Isang pangakong ikaw lang ang naglikha. Paninindigan na magkahiwalay niyong ipinaglalaban. Pero sa hindi inaasahang pagbitaw ng isa para sa iba, alam mong may magbabago, at inaasahan niyo na ito. Pero hinahayaan niya lang. Dahil alam niyang babalikan mo siya. Babalik ka sa kanya. Babalik kayo para sa isa't isa.

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?