deceret (n.) latin word for "body to body" Czarina wants to commit suicide. Death is ready for her, she could feel it. Czarina, with her best friend, Sorcha, agreed that they would jump off a building together to end their shitty lives. Just when she was about to jump she felt a pair of strong hands wrapped around her waist, pulling her back to safety. But her best friend really jumped. She died. And Czarina is still alive. What the fuck is life when your betrayal costed your best friend her life? And she discovers that the guy who saved her is more dangerous than death per se.

deceret (n.) latin word for "body to body" When Philodemus Elton Treveron's parents were slayed, the only thing that brings him closer to finding the killer is the gold crucifix chain around his neck. Fueled with vengeance, Elton swore to himself that he will find the killer and make him pay. 10 years later, Elton found the very same necklace rested on the slim neck of the shy Stormie Iona Roman-the governor's invisible daughter. Vengeance served hot on the plate garnished with love and a romance that shouldn't have started in the first place gave birth to chaos. In the name of love and revenge, Elton found his lips on her neck...

"Didn't I promise you? I'll destroy anyone who dares hurt you." But then he left-taking my heart with him.

Lilliana Agnes Fabian Cooper, an aspiring and amateur writer on a mission to make her comeback to the writing world, is determined to master the art of romantic storytelling this time around. Realizing she lacks the basic real-life experiences necessary to create compelling stories, Agnes concocts a brilliant plan - to orchestrate her own romantic story by casting muses who will breathe life into the characters of her imagination. First and foremost, she seeks the perfect candidate to embody the role of her male lead, a charming and enigmatic figure destined to capture hearts. Of course, she also delves into the realm of supporting characters who bring depth and richness to her fictional world. Yet, a vital piece remains missing - the antagonist who challenges the blossoming romance and adds intrigue to the narrative. Fate, however, has surprising plot twists in store for Agnes. In a serendipitous encounter, she crosses paths with a childhood friend who mysteriously disappeared years ago. And with a spark of ironic recognition and unfamiliarity, she realizes that he embodies the perfect blend of darkness and complexity - the ideal candidate to play the role of the villain. With her scripted love story plotted, Agnes embarks on a whirlwind of emotions felt in dramas, unforeseen dangers seen in crime fiction, and a taste of scary plot twists on a par with psychological horror stories. As she weaves their scripted narrative, the boundaries between her created world and reality begin to blur. She finds herself confronting her fears, desires, and vulnerabilities. It all messed up when she got too involved with her villain, which - yes - spices up the story, but in all the wrong ways. Now, the question is: can Agnes handle the wonders of her own love story and uncover the inspiration she seeks, or are we in for a surprise plot twist?

[PUBLISHED under LIB] #1. "If pleading guilty means protecting you, I will."

In the midst of solving mysteries and exploring their undeniable chemistry, Fifteen Salustiana is determined to help Xildius Vouganville confront his dark past and embrace the light once more. As they uncover the truth behind every crime, she must also seek the truth behind Xildius's fears. *** Desperate for money, Fifteen Salustiana takes a job as the personal assistant to the enigmatic Xildius Vouganville, or XV, a genius professor living in the eerie mansion of Villa Vouganville. XV, a master of anatomy and psychology, solves crimes from the shadows, haunted by a dark past that keeps him from stepping into the sunlight. Fifteen becomes XV's eyes and ears in the outside world, venturing out to gather clues and solve crimes. As they work together, she finds herself drawn to XV's brilliance and vulnerability. The more time they spend together, the more she realizes her feelings for him are growing stronger. Will Fifteen be able to help XV step out of the shadows and into the light, or will their love be consumed by the darkness? DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish.

Born and raised in the small province of Isla Verde, Asthreya dreams of becoming a famous volleyball player. When Manila gives her that chance, she meets a much bigger world--for herself and her dream. *** The star player of La Riva in Isla Verde, Asthreya Chian Fortin's life revolves around volleyball--until she falls in love with basketball star player Spiral Roscoe. Although she loves her sweet moments with him, Asthreya has her eyes on her dream as she leaves for Manila. But in playing in a whole new court and living in a whole new world, far bigger than her small province, maybe all it takes is one sweet day for her to realize that there's more to life than just her sport. DISCLAIMER: This story is written in Taglish. COVER DESIGN: Louise De Ramos

[𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐒𝐇𝐄𝐃 𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑 𝐏𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐎𝐌 𝐏𝐔𝐁 𝐈𝐍𝐂.] Prequel of the The Ravels Inception: Yulia "From her deepest hell, she thought that marrying the man of her dreams would eventually fade all the tragedy her father gave her. But then, it was just starting." ___________ Prim and proper. Delikadesa. Tunog bulaklak sa tuwing magbibigkas ng mga salita. Ilan lang 'yan sa mga katangian ni Yulia. 'Yan ang mga gustong makita ng kaniyang tatay ng mga tao sa kaniya- ang maging perpekto at hindi makabasag pinggan. Namuhay siya sa masikip at hindi malayang buhay. Lahat ng desisyon niya ay kontrolado. Dahil ayaw ng ama niya na masira ang kanilang apilyido sa madla lalo na at siya ay ang panganay. Gusto ng tatay niya panatilihin ang kagandahan ng kanilang apilyido- hindi dahil para sa kanila, kung hindi para sa sarili niyang kapakanan. Para sa kapangyarihan. Para mabusog siya ng yaman. Ang tanging naisip lang ni Yulia para makatakas sa buhay na mayroon siya ay ang pagpapakasal sa lalaking gusto niya. Pero. . . tulad ng kaniyang inaasahan ay hindi 'yon hinayaan mangyari ng kaniyang tatay. Sa ika-26 taon niya sa mundo ay ipinagkasundo siyang ipakasal kay Logan. Ang lalaking ayaw niya. Impyerno man o siya ay mas pipiliin niya na lang ang impyerno. Kaya gagawin niya ang lahat para mapigilan 'yon. Ngunit ano nga ba ang aasahan ni Yulia sa mga susunod pang mga araw. . . mapipigilan niya bang ikasal siya kay Logan o hindi? Makakalaya kaya siya nang tuluyan kapag kinasal na siya at tuluyan nang gagaan ang kaniyang buhay? O nagsisimula pa lang ang gyera?

Dearil's boring soul-collecting job turns his existence upside down when he mistakenly knocks on the wrong door. He is supposed to reap someone else's life but he finds Zab instead. When the mean grim reaper falls for a crazy lost soul, can their otherworldly relationship even stand a chance? *** After being "cursed" and thrown out of heaven, Dearil lived as a mean, hot-headed grim reaper. He didn't care about the people and grim reapers around him, his patience always running thin. But when he mistakenly knocked on Zab's door, thinking that he's supposed to reap her soul, his boring existence turned upside down. Zab wasn't supposed to see him and this piqued his interest. With tension growing and feelings brewing, could a grim reaper have a shot of a happy ending with a lost soul who had been eluding death countless times? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Design by Rayne Mariano.

A collaborative novel by blackpearled and hanmariam *** After losing in a piano competition, Tristesse Adara Ruiz Del Vizo is forced to study in an art school in the Philippines, where she meets Stavros Devarona, her rival for her father's affection and approval. *** Ambitious and competitive, Tristesse Adara Ruiz Del Vizo always hopes to get her father's approval. Despite her efforts, he keeps getting disappointed in her, making the animosity between them grow. Now forced to return to the Philippines, Tristesse is set to rebel against her father and do as she wishes. When she unexpectedly meets Stavros Devarona, the guy her father adores the most, Tristesse's emotions are filled to the brim. She continues to piss Stavros off, throwing him harsh words and deadly glares. But as she gets to know him more, Tristesse is suddenly unsure of what to do. Can she discover her true feelings and heal the growing hatred in her heart? Or will her resentment only turn her into something worse? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish.