Men are trash--at least that's what Anne believes. But what if this photographer finds herself inexplicably attracted to an obnoxious womanizer who's only supposed to be the subject of her photo exhibit? Can she stick with her views, or will she break her own rule to risk things with him? *** Twenty-six-year-old Anne Alba is a photographer struggling with her career--and she hates men. For her, men are all trash, and it's her golden rule to never engage with them if she can help it. So, when her art director suggested a hack to get her career going--to have a photo exhibit with a male model--she finds herself opposing it. But what Anne didn't expect is that she will find herself inexplicably attracted to the model, Trent DiMarco, an obnoxious womanizer whom she met on the wrong foot. When Trent makes a mistake that requires her forgiveness, she finds herself fantasizing about him... and his punishment. Despite the odds, can she continue to be a man hater? Or will Anne finally take the risk of breaking her own rule? *** Disclaimer: This ONGOING story is in Taglish Cover design: Astrid Jaydee

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

Tigers #4 Oliver Ynarez

Yvette dela Merced wanted to use her beauty and charm to take back Cassiopeia, her aunt's ancestral house, from the owner of the Pratley, Inc. But she did not expect to make a mistake... causing her to spent an eventful night with none other than the Prince of Hell and Australia's richest finance magnate, Phoenix Arthur Dizeriu. ******* Yvette dela Merced, a beautiful gallery owner and a woman who has never been in a relationship, is fierce enough to take the Cassiopeia back in her hands. Nang magkasakit ang tiyahin ni Yvette, napilitan siyang ibenta ang bahay sa isang pribadong kompanya-ang Pratley, Inc. Now, her mission is to reclaim the ancestral property. Nagdesisyon si Yvette na gamitin to her advantage ang matagal nang pagkagusto sa kanya ni Carlos Pratley-ang inakala niyang may-ari ng kompanya. Kaya naman sa unang pagkakataon ay makikipag-date siya rito. Yvette had unexpectedly fallen and made love with her date. Matapos ang ilang buwan, nalaman niya na ang lalaking nakasama niya no'ng gabing iyon ay hindi si Carlos Pratley but the real owner of Pratley, Inc-none other than the Prince of Hell #3 himself-Phoenix Arthur Dizeriu. CONTENT WARNING: This story has mature scenes which are not suitable for young readers.

WARNING: R18 "Akala ko dahil nawalan ako ng sobra, may magiging kapalit rin na sobra. Hindi pala lahat ng nawawalan, pinapalitan. Dahil yung iba kapag alam ng nawalan ka na. Dapat ka ng itapon at iwanan." Storm knew ever since na hindi maaaring maging kanya si Korin. Aside from the fact that she's already in love with someone else, siya lang din naman ang Nobya ng matalik niyang kaibigan. He tried to stop it. He tried to forget it, he tried all his best para ibaon sa limot ang atraksiyon sa dalaga. But becareful when a mad attraction turns to obsession, coz you will be left nothing but to face the consequences of your action.

WARNING R18 "Kahit ngayon lang, ipaglaban mo naman ako. Ako naman ang piliin mo. Coz I'm getting tired being your second option, I'm getting tired being your second choice." They only wished to be loved. But destiny loves to twist every person's life and decision. And Alexa knew she need to choose between her mind's decision and her broken heart's plead of desperation.

WARNING R:18 In a famous Belief, every person in this world has their own lifetime partners or the so-called... Soulmate. Well, that's an idiot and stupid belief, for the Student Council President, Quinn Azula Stratford. Para sa kanya katangahan at malaking kalokohan lamang ang paniniwalang iyon. Mga ignorante at bobo lang ang maniniwala sa kasabihang iyon. Para sa kanya, nagtatagal lamang sa tabi mo ang isang tao hangga't may pakinabang at may gamit pa sila sa iyo. And when the time comes that you're already useless. You will be left with nothing, but a broken heart. She has seen it many times and experienced it a lot of times. But despite all of those bad memories. She let a playboy, a manwhore and a handsome Cali Hidalgo, enter her life. Ngayon, hindi lang tiwala ang isinugal niya. Kundi maging ang puso niyang matagal ng hindi alam ang salitang pagmamahal.