They say that happy-go-lucky people bury their deepest pain behind smiles. For Maverick Evander, an architecture student, was entangled in a web of uncertainty by his parents' decision to separate. Beneath his playful image and a well-known loud circle, he was able to carry a facade-a mystery no one could ever decipher. How can you read someone when they are just black pages in the book? That's how engineering student Rade Archiel Tejano sees Mavric: a blinding sun you could only graze upon. And the more he tries to solve the puzzles in Mavric's mind games, the more Mavric's wall thickens. Will Rade be able to crush someone who is already broken? Will Mavric top someone when he's the one who's falling? In a play where one had to win, both of them fell...hard.

In a society where blue is classified for boys and pink for the girls, Shiloh Ching Escarra struggled during his childhood when he discovered his fondness for the toys and colors that were only labeled for the girls. Despite confining himself in the darkness, Brent Matthew Jarsdel, his roommate and the son of his mother's friend, gradually peeked through his thick walls and found a way to paint his world according to what color he genuinely prefers. In the midst of those unexplainable feelings, confusions, and judgements, Brent was willing to risk it all; to fight for the love he unexpectedly found; to build him a home where his true colors would finally be accepted.

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

Juariz Bachelors #3 [BXB] [MPREG] STATUS: COMPLETED How long can you keep up with the lie? He's a perfect leader: smart, wise, and rich. Narcido Jonas Juariz stood proudly at the top of the chain. After all, he is a man molded after generations of prominent businessmen and notable politicians. But no man is perfect. Underneath his exemplary masks are secrets and lies that can make his sublime world turn into mud. Jonas is determined to protect his unscathed reputation even if it means denying his children's existence. But when his untended husband finally decides to end their eight-year of marriage, Jonas is forced to deal with incontrollable jealousy, dulling affections, and unsolicited attraction to his husband. Now he's left with a choice: keep on the mask or take it off. Hunting pasts, raging confrontations, and foreign affections. Jonas is on a roller coaster of emotions. And he will need to make a decision before the time is up.... WARNING! This story may contain content of an adult nature. If you are easily offended or are under the age of 18, please exit now. This chapter are intended for adults only and may include scenes of sexual content, suggestive pictures, or graphic violence. Reader discretion is advised. If you feel uncomfortable, please do not report me immediately. You can message me privately about your troubles with my stories. Thank you!

Juariz Bachelors #2 [BXB] [MPREG] STATUS: COMPLETED Lumaki si Roan Dela Mercid kasama ang mga anak ni Don Allistain Juariz na amo ng kanyang ina. Growing up, Roan was particularly close with Axel Juariz ang isa sa pinakabatang heneral ng Pilipinas. They were the best of friends even after knowing Roan's sexual orientation kinaibigan pa rin siya ni Axel. Until they discovered the game of fire. Nagsimula silang maglaro ng apoy dahil sa isang pagkakamali hindi alam na dahan-dahan ng nagiging abo ang isa sa kanila. Can Roan still hold on with their affair kong siya lang naman ang nag-iisang kumakapit? Paano kong may buhay na mabubuo sa kanilang laro makakaya pa kaya niyang kumapit sa nakakapaso at makasalanan nilang relasyon? Book cover made by: @IThinkJaimenlove/ Jaime Kawit

Juariz Bachelors #1 [BXB] [MPREG] STATUS: COMPLETED Si Austine Villaluz ay isang fresh graduate sa kursong general education. He loves kids and would certainly do everything to have one as his own ngunit ang problema eh hindi niya kayang kumain ng tahong. Sa puso niya isa siyang reyna ng mga unicorn at mamatay sa ngalan ng bahaghari. Sa di inaasahang pangyayari siya ay naging instant mommy sa isang kyut na chikiting na nasagip niya mula sa mga goons na humahabol dito. Makakaya kaya niyang maging motherhood sa isang bulilit? Paano kong isang araw kumatok sa pinto niya ang ubod ng gwapong lawyer at magpakilala bilang tatay ng bata? Makakaya kaya nilang malayo sa isa't-isa? Book cover made by: @IThinkJaimenlove/ Jaime Kawit

[NEW CLASSIC SERIES #1] Meet the lead vocalist of New Classic, Isaiah Kalen Mallari. A #Wattys2020 Winner story under Romance category.

SIS (Social Issue Series) #2: Stereotyping Piercing, Tattoo, Dyed Hair. Usual indications of a badass. Kapag babae ka at meron ka nito ay malamang fuck girl, adik, slut, o wala ka raw patutunguhan sa buhay. Lia Kennedy grew up doing whatever she likes. Wala siyang nakitang rason para pigilan ang sarili sa kung ano man ang mga nakapagpapasaya sa kaniya. Ngunit nang mamulat ay nagising siya sa mapait na katotohanang hindi mo magagawa lahat ng gusto mo sa mundo. Madali para sa iba ang manghusga base lang sa kung ano ang nakikita nila sayo. Ridge Terrence is no exception. A serious guy who had things plan ahead for his life. He's one of those who believe that what you see is what you get. He gives no time for bullshits. As Lia gets stuck between being herself and changing to be accepted, she faced several conflicts in her teenage years that brought their fate together. Will it be a good thing? Or a bad thing? Started: April 15, 2020 Completed: April 26, 2020

Nalilimitahan nga ba ang bilang ng tibok ng puso para sa isang tao? Ang gusto lang naman ni Xei, isang estudyante mula sa Section I ng isang science high school, ay matataas na grades at tahimik na "crush" life. Tanggap naman niya na imposibleng magustuhan siya ng crush niyang sobrang nagpatibok ng puso niya sa una pa lang nilang pagkikita at heartthrob ng batch nila -- si Kyle. Pero magugulo ang tahimik niyang buhay nang dahil sa mga di inaasahang pangyayari: nang magustuhan siya ng kaibigan ni Kyle na si Chris, nang magustuhan ni Kyle ang kaibigan niyang si Rai . . . at nang mapalapit siya kay Kyle na mas nagpalala ng mga nararamdaman niya. Dito higit matututunan ni Xei na hindi lang basta-basta sinusunod ang tibok ng puso, lalo na kung may masasaktan -- kailangang pag-aralan din. Published by Summit Books under the Pop Fiction imprint © 2013 (translated in English). Now available in bookstores nationwide. Its anniversary version (with added content and special chapters!) is published by KPub PH © 2023.

Meet the detectives of the Moriartea Cafe. Cover artwork by @CryAllen