Santiago Alverio is torn between family expectations and his own internalized fears from homophobic relatives. As he enters a casual fling with Diablo Delgado, he discovers that love, patience, and acceptance might be the blueprint to healing and embracing his true self. *** Santiago Alverio has always lived by the rules of his family, peers, and a silent world that tells him who he should be. As a civil engineering student, he hides behind toxic masculinity and the fear of being noticed because of expectations and a homophobic upbringing. Then comes Diablo Delgado--fearless, affectionate, and unapologetically himself. What begins as a no-strings "friends with benefits" arrangement slowly converts into something deeper. With every touch, every unguarded smile, Diablo breaks the walls Santi has built around his heart. But love is never simple. Santi is caught between family pressures, societal judgment, and his own insecurities. Will he ever realize that happiness was never about meeting expectations but about choosing the person who makes him feel whole? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Rayne Mariano ILLUSTRATOR: Ri Ot

It all started when rookie setter Seb Angeles misset the ball causing injury to their team's opposite hitter, Nico Almojer.

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

Secret Series #2 Axel couldn't afford the luxury of peace in his life; each moment was filled with danger as he constantly found himself in the heat of battle. Raised without lessons on care, respect, camaraderie, let alone love, Axel found Keisuke Valdez's boundless optimism and joy annoying from the beginning. He hated the fact that Keisuke seemed to embrace life with enthusiasm. He's so annoying. Axel thought to himself. Until one day, fate tried to mess with him. Axel found himself desiring to have that annoyingness all to himself.

Secret Series #1 Raven is the only son of the President of the country, making him the center of attention at all times. With a multitude of bodyguards always hovering around him, Raven's life was never straightforward, even though he yearned for some freedom. Suddenly, a new character stepped into the picture, his new bodyguard, Hunt, who was not only annoyingly attractive, but also Raven's source of envy. Why is this man so attractive? Raven thought in annoyance.

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Tala dela Vega couldn't believe herself that she just trusted a guy she barely knew. Add up the fact that she just met him in an unwanted circumstance. But she did, and even offered him a ride. She felt unsure of herself thinking if it was the right thing to do. But something about the guy made her feel that she was safe. And she suddenly found herself captivated by the stranger's deep set eyes. Seung Hyun Choi is a famous Korean heartthrob who accidentally met a girl in an underground parking lot while running out of a mall. He took it as an advantage that the girl doesn't know who he really is. For a moment he felt like he's just a normal human being again. As long as he's with her, he could be the person whom he was before. Before the popularity and the flashing lights changed it all. ©2014 Book cover made by the amazing @KaykayCakes

When I did that audition that day my life changed for good! I got in a k-pop band with three other members and after one year of living my dream I meet THEM... Bigbang, one of the most famous k-pop boy bands! Since that my life is filled with... Jealousy, love, secrets, lies and backstabbing...