Rated 18+ Matured Content. This is a Self-Publish book. MBBC #1 (Mondragon Billionaires Boys Club 1) Story of Drew James Mondragon and Beauty Acuesta Fresh from a cheating breakup, Beauty realizes she missed out on many opportunities due to her ex. Wanting to chase her dreams, she agreed to substitute her sister as a secretary in exchange for pursuing a career in modeling. However, she soon realizes the job is not as easy as she thought, and the office work is quite chaotic. Beauty then unexpectedly encounters Drew Mondragon, the man who rescued her from hell that night, not realizing his true identity as her sister's boss, the CEO, and owner of Monde Corporation. Drew Mondragon, a member of the Royal Mondragon family, is a billionaire known for his short temper and perfectionism, tempered by his kind heart. When his secretary filed for an extended leave, a substitute was provided, and her name was Beauty. Drew had met Beauty before, and that night was unforgettable. Beauty had captured Drew's heart. Shockingly, Beauty is a headache! She's obviously out of Drew's standard, but somehow, Drew wants to keep and protect her. And whenever they get close together at work, the intense attraction between them escalates like fireworks. Beauty dreams of becoming a supermodel, and Drew wants Beauty to be his wife. One heart desires to chase a dream, while the other craves a family. Can love conquer ambition? Or will the Billionaire be able to keep his Beauty forever? Written in Tagalog-English All rights reserved ©️ 2022 C.M. LOUDEN

Mazikeen Maia Consunji COURTED her high school crush. Yes, she was the one who courted him dahil naniniwala siya na kung maghihintay lang siya na siya ang ligawan ng crush niya ay walang mangyayari sa kanila. That's why she did everything para mapansin siya ni Gonzalo Mora. Her dream came true. Naging boyfriend niya ito at mahal siya nito. Magkasabay nilang tinupad ang pangarap nilang dalawa para sa isa't isa... But then... there are hindrances... and these hindrances resulted to her very first heart break... Now, years later, Mazikeen found herself looking through the eyes of the person who "once" loved her... Consunji Legacy # 27

Wattys2016 winner (voracious reads) Crystal Mae Magbanua's world was shattered when she was jilted by her groom Salvo on their wedding day. And on that same day, her mother died due to heart attack. The loss and pain struck her very deeply. It's like 'being cut in two.' Few weeks after her mother's burial, Crystal Mae went to Sta. Praxedes, a place which is situated in the valley surrounded by the northern tip of the great Caraballo mountain range. She took advantage the stunning natural setting of her vacation house built on the mountain slope. The kind of place that makes everyone feel spirited away from literally all of life's problems. Little did she expect that in this serene haven, she will feel entirely besotted by a STRANGER. When Crystal decided to go back to Manila in search for the truth, the real reason why Salvo did that to her, she went face to face with the arogant, sarcastic businessman, Danreb Floyd Figuerres who happened to be Salvo's cousin. Unending banters, countless insults and emotional blackmails that ended up into marriage. Crystal expected a miserable married life with Danreb. But as times goes by, her husband transformed from a savage lion to a solitary bear. When their relationship became romantically smooth, a shocking revelation happened. #1 IN ROMANCE 06|19|2016 *********

Betrayed and threatened by her friends and boyfriend, Avery Javier flees to her Ninong Tony's ranch in Batangas to heal. She doesn't expect to end up marrying one of her ninong's workers, the mysterious Tobias Capistrano. *** Avery leaves Manila after a traumatizing betrayal from the people she trusted and runs off to De Lamar Ranch. There, she meets Tobias, the handsome and quiet right-hand man to her ninong--and her future husband. Avery refuses to marry him, but her dad and ninong insist it's for her protection against unwanted advances, and Tobias has no complaints either--almost as if he actually wants to settle down with her. But just when Avery's starting to accept that she's now a Capistrano, she discovers who Tobias truly is--the vengeful and cunning son of a wronged mother. With his secrets and thirst for revenge, Tobias, the person she loves, might also be the person who ruins her. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

SYNOPSIS "You don't want to stay away from them?" He asked me. Umiling ako bilang sagot. Doon hinawakan niya ang pisngi ko, particular yung panga ko. He made me look at him straight from his eyes. "Then be my slave. A slave who will do things I want. A slave who would never complain and a f*cking slave that will satisfy my needs anytime I want." He said that made my tears fell. "You don't want to?" He asked, dangerously. "I will do it..I-" I answered as I closed my eyes tightly. "Good. Now, welcome to hell Wife." Then he kissed me savagely, like he was telling me that I will never ever going to be happy with the decision I just made. --- Another short story! Nawa'y suportahan niyo mga Bes! Paiiyakin ko kayo dito. Haha. -- Published: March 30, 2017 Ended: August 27, 2017 Rank/(s) Attained: 06/30/18-- #1 in Tears! 7/15/18-- #14 in Hate! 7/15/18-- #35 in General Fiction All Rights Reserved 2017

When Ace Morgan returns to the Philippines to become a professor, he expects things to be easy for him. However, he unexpectedly finds himself drawn to Khaela Sanford, leading to a conflict he never anticipated: should he maintain his boundaries, or should he risk breaking all the rules? Season 2 of UNBRIDLED Series *** After spending several years abroad, Ace Morgan returns to the Philippines to take on a professorial role at an international school. With him known as a forensic linguist and a language prodigy, things should be easy for him. After all, he will be teaching things that he's passionate about. But when he keeps crossing paths with Khaela Sanford, Ace finds himself curious and conflicted about his feelings. Aware of their age difference, he knows he should maintain boundaries, yet he feels increasingly drawn to her. Given their current set-up and the unspoken rules around them, can Ace manage to keep his feelings for Khaela in check? Or will he risk breaking those rules for the sake of love? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

Highest Rank: #1 in Romance #5 in Teen Fiction Synopsis Acosta Sisters Series #1 Ellaine Ysobelle Acosta, the eldest among the Acosta siblings, is a fragile, innocent soul. Sheltered her entire life due to a delicate condition, she spent 21 years homeschooled, safe within the walls of her family's protection. But now, with her parents confident she's fully healed, Ellaine is finally given the freedom to explore life beyond the shore of her sheltered existence. However, stepping into the vast, unpredictable waves of the outside world proves more challenging than she imagined. Ellaine finds herself swept into unfamiliar currents when she falls in love with a man she knows she can never have. Torn between her heart's desires and her family's expectations, she struggles to stay afloat as the tides of love and duty pull her in opposite directions. As their forbidden love deepens, Ellaine faces a choice: Will she fight against the waves for the man she loves, even if it means risking her family's trust? Or will she let the tides carry her away from him, sacrificing her happiness to protect the life her family has carefully built for her?

Highest Rating : #6 Romance 01-24-24 #12 Teen Fiction Playing with Fire Kallista Renae Acosta knew better than to play with fire-but she did it anyway. Falling for Kleo Martin Fuentes, the notorious heartbreaker with a reputation as dangerous as his smile, was a risk she should've never taken. And from the moment she finally let her guard down, she got burned. Now, with his heart on the line, Kleo is determined to prove he's not the man the world thinks he is. He'll do whatever it takes to win Kali back-even if it means baring the most vulnerable parts of himself. But just when Kali starts to believe him, secrets begin to come out-lies, betrayals, and someone trying to keep them apart. The closer Kali gets to Kleo, the hotter the flames grow. And as trust crumbles to ash, one question remains: Will their love survive the fire-or will it consume them both to ruins? Date Started: October 19, 2019 Date Ended: December 27, 2019

#3 General Fiction Book 1 of 11 WARNING: SPG | R-18 | Matured-Content Synopsis Brotherhood Series #1 Zarik Garcia never expected his boredom in college to lead to something extraordinary. Out of a desire for companionship and loyalty, he created a brotherhood-a group of powerful men bound by trust and shared ambition. Now, Zarik has everything he could ever want: loyal friends, immense wealth, and a family he cherishes. But as he grows older, his parents start pressuring him to settle down and build a family of his own. There's just one problem-the woman who owns his heart is running from him, evading his every attempt to claim her as his. And no matter how powerful or influential he is, Zarik finds himself at a loss when it comes to her. Will Zarik be able to win over the goddamn gorgeous woman who's captured his heart, or will she remain the one thing he can't have in a life where he's used to getting everything he wants?

(For Love # 1) Saniela Victoria Clemente aspires to become a cardiologist like her deceased mother who she truly admires. Being left in the care of her busy father and sick grandfather made her somewhat a rebel who lives her life to the fullest. Upon meeting a popular group of friends changed her snug life--especially the cryptic Keegan Joaquin Arciago. The first encounter was a tease, the first dance was ferocious, and the first kiss was a night to remember. Everything was going smoothly, or so she thought, not until everyone found themselves cruelly trapped in an ill-fated tie they won't be able to escape. Love, hatred, secrets, truths, and vengeance, how will they be able to face all of these and put everything in right places? Without a doubt, their decision lead them to end where gaining means losing. •••TAGLISH | New Adult (disclaimer: photo used as book cover wasn't mine. credit to the rightful owner/s :))