To Kade Sanford Black, falling for his best friend Xanthie Lorenz, a serious and drop-dead handsome songwriter, was a line he did not want to cross. Knowing all too well the huge possibility of losing the only person who could see through him, he took a step back and put a distance to sustain their friendship - especially since Xanthie is soon to marry. Will Kade be able to hold back his feelings until he sees Xanthie married? Or will he finally have the courage to confess his feelings...and risk losing the only friend he has? WARNING: This story contains depictions of suicide, self-harm, and mental health crises that may be upsetting for some readers. Any depictions of mental health issues herein are not meant as a replacement for medical care. If you or someone you know deals with similar issues, they should seek the help of a medical professional. Reader discretion is advised. If you or someone you know in the U.S. is contemplating suicide, please encourage them to call 988 or visit 988lifeline.org. For international resources, please visit: http://www.suicide.org/hotlines/international-suicide-hotline s.html CECELIB | C.C. Cover by Ren Tachibana

A pair of caramel eyes, a sharp and pointed noise, a strong and defined jaw, and carnation pink lips-those were the words that could describe the man Allison Tanya Valmonte kept on dreaming every night. The man she didn't know existed. Bewitched and curious, she meticulously drew every detail of his physique and brought him to life using every stroke of her paint brush. Making that man her own masterpiece that would be featured on an art exhibit that she needed to attend to. On the day of the exhibit, their worlds collided-the man on her painting was standing next to her, real, alive, and breathing.

Pixies, sprites, and everything nice... Once upon a time, there was a magical dimension called Magique Fortress where these enchanted creatures peacefully live. Twenty years ago, it was devastated by the greatest power known in their land. Creatures reincarnated in the bodies of humans and now the search is up for the lost wizards, guardians, and elemental beings. The Four Legends and the lost souls need to go back to rediscover themselves and save their world. "You could be one of them." *** Magique Fortress by pixieblaire

The Ice Lady... She is not the most charming. In fact, she is too cold, too frank, and too flat. Worse, the only home she has known all her life has been taken away from her and she has to find a way to keep it. Upon her mother's strong suggestion, she has to at least try to seduce the next Lord of Langworthy. The Cursed Friend... He is charming and rich. He is handsome and smart. Women wanted him. If only he was not cursed. For now, having everything leaves him with nothing to do but be the friend to help the future Lord of Langworthy escape from Lady Ice. When these two completely opposite individuals cross paths, sparks fly. (This story is a standalone prequel title in the Everard Family series.)

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The Royalties sorority has 6 simple rules to follow. 1. You should have respect for yourself and for your co-royalties. 2. You must be a model or at least you should know how to walk gracefully. 3. A Royalty should be rich. You should not have less than 10 million pesos on your bank accounts. 4. A Royalty should be beautiful, smart and hot. 5. You should be strong and brave. And last but definitely the most important rule: A Royalty cannot fall in love. ------------------ At a young age, Cassandra Blaire Monteffiore is already a billionaire and the CEO of her own fashion company. In spite having everything in the palm of her hands, Cassy was known to be an ultimate bitch. She always look down to people who aren't on the same level as hers and even bully students who pisses her off. Everyone is scared of her not only because of her power and wealth but also because she's the founder of "The Royalties", a group of girls who are influential and can step down on anyone who crosses their paths. One day, a transferee named Lance Aiden Grimshaw suddenly asked her into fake dating, only to prove to everyone that rules can be broken. Feeling challenged by the guy's dare, Cassandra accepted the deal. She's determined to crush him down and humiliate him. Will the fierce leader be able to stick to her decision or will she fail their game in the end? Find out by reading this story. *** Completed. Taglish.

Meet Erald Castell, an aspiring evil mastermind who ironically joins the legendary QED Club. Cover art by IAMCHIIRE

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Imogen Harrison has been dating campus heartthrob Parker Yapchengco. But no one knows about it. Bagaman pumayag si Imogen na ilihim nila ni Parker ang kanilang relasyon ay hindi nawawala ang kanyang mga agam-agam tungkol dito. Buti na lang at madalas siyang damayan ni Shiloah Suarez, ang bagong transferee sa kanilang eskuwelahan na kabaliktaran ang ugali kay Parker. Will she be selfish and stay with Parker while keeping Shiloah by her side? Or will she break up with him for good and choose someone she can be with in public?