Zimo Shen is a gay man trying to escape his parents' pressure to marry a woman. He goes to the Philippines hoping to find the love he's been searching for, and he believes he has found it in his boyfriend, Alessio Corvino. But things get complicated because of Alessio's best friend, Pearl Jade Grimaldi. She's not only the reason his relationship with Alessio falls apart but also becomes the key player in a darker plan, one that drags Zimo back into the very trap he tried to escape. Single Point of View Tag-Lish Started: Aug - 17 - 25 Ended: Aug - 31 - 25

Cover Edit: NayinK Illustration: viahebumuno Toby had the mishap of falling for his best friend. But unlike any other best friend-themed love story, his love wasn't reciprocated. Pagkatapos ng kasal ng best friend niya ay may nakilala siyang isang matandang manghuhula. "Galing sa nakaraan, minamahal sa kasalukuyan at makikilala sa hinaharap." Noong una ay hindi niya malaman kung ano ang gustong iparating ng hula nito pero nang makilala niya ang babaeng iyon ay unti-unting naging malinaw ang lahat. Pero mahirap mag-move on, lalo na kung halos buong buhay mo ay iyong tao lamang na iyon ang minahal mo. And he knew that if he wants to be happy, he will have to let her go. But will he be able to? O habangbuhay na lang siyang aasa sa wala? [Last installment of the IJL series]

Flavia

Zoia

After getting hurt by the people around her, aspiring chef Dacia Holgado builds up her walls to protect her heart... until band bassist Eris Arriaga comes along and tears them apart. *** Graduating culinary arts student Dacia Holgado gets the biggest twist of her life when she crosses paths with Epicenter's bassist Eris Arriaga. She hates his guts and vices while he hates how pampered and perfect she is. They are complete opposites, but Dacia's version of an ideal man unexpectedly changes the more she gets to know Eris. As Epicenter slowly reaches their dream and gets a shot at stardom, Dacia and Eris' relationship is suddenly put to a test. Is their young and passionate love enough to help them survive? Or will they realize that what they have is really just a phase and is meant to end? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Design by Regina Dionela

Millaray

Dallace, a rebellious student, feels neglected since her father's death. Her mother's new family exacerbates insecurities, leading to harmful behavior. Meeting nurse Xanthus offers unexpected care. Can this connection fill her void? *** Dallace Alfonso, a rebellious Tourism student, longs for her mother's attention following her father's passing. However, her mother's new family leaves her feeling like an outsider, fostering insecurities and loneliness. Unable to quell these feelings, Dallace turns to destructive behavior to find fleeting happiness amid her sorrow. Fortunately, she crosses paths with Xanthus Ylarde, a compassionate nurse who offers her the care and companionship she never imagined possible, evolving their bond from friendship to something deeply meaningful. Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English. Cover Design by Regina Dionela ••• Published under Kpub PH

Arch. Isabel Funtalva will stop at nothing to fulfill her ambitions. Even if she has to bargain her body and soul to the rebel heart breaker. **** Na kay Isabel Funtalva na nga yata ang lahat - ganda, tapang, talino, tamang diskarte, voluptuous na katawan, at successful career na kinaiinggitan ng maraming kababaihan. Ilang awards na ang natanggap niya na nagpapatunay na hindi lang siya puro ganda, she fully knows her worth. Pero sa likod ng lahat ng ito, umaaligid pa rin ang kanyang madilim na nakaraan na gusto niyang kalimutan at paghigantihan sa parehong pagkakataon. She will do everything in her power to destroy the demons that once ruined her. Gagawin niya ang lahat kahit na isangla ang sariling katawan at pagkatao sa kaisa-isang taong makakatulong sa kanya. Engr. Nicholas Ramirez is an embodiment of pure delectable sin served in a golden platter. Gorgeous, godly and absolutely dangerous. He's the star of her wildest fantasies. He's a heartbreaker, she knew he'll be her destruction. Pero wala siyang choice, bukod sa kailangan niya ang impluwensya at kapangyarihan nito hindi niya kayang pigilan ang sarili na lumapit sa apoy na dulot nito. "This is just a game so don't fall in love with me. If you fall in love with me, end of the bargain, you lose.."

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