THE WATTY AWARDS 2021 WINNER: ROMANCE Due to an unexpected pregnancy, ex-lovers Ryo and Frankie are forced to live under the same roof. They can't stand each other but when the moments from their past are slowly catching up, their lingering feelings seem to be much stronger than they thought it would be. *** When Frankie Castañares broke up with Ryo Canencia, she is determined to move on and never meet him again. They are living well on their own with her working hard to be a magazine editor and him reaching his dream of becoming a professional basketball player. But with the news of Frankie being pregnant with Ryo's child, they've got no choice but to act civil and live under the same roof. They bicker over the simplest things and their situation couldn't get any easier than they ought to be. With them still hung up on their past, can they be brave enough to settle their differences and start all over again? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish. Cover Illustration by 17aila_

Eleanor worked for several masters until an incident forced her to restart her life in a small town of Van Zanth, where hybrids prosper than humans. But with her past traumatic experiences haunting her, restarting on her own isn't as easy at it looks, especially after being entangled with the new alpha, Zackary Van Zanth. Eleanor was soon drawn to the intriguing Van Zanth family, the caste system, a whirlwind romance, and a connection that can change everything she believes in. Will she be able to stay? Never Be Tamed (Van Zanth's second generation) Written by: april_avery Genre: Fantasy Language: Taglish

✪ KISSING MY KRYPTONITE • WRITTEN IN TAGLISH • SAPPHIC ROMANCE (UNEDITED) Ezra Meziah, a transfer student at Cambridge University, has always lived her life on her own terms, earning a reputation as a full-time playgirl. Everything she thought she knew is upended when she meets Rafa, and she realizes that the world is not as predictable as she once thought. Rafa Eli is a highly regarded Cambridge University professor who has achieved great success in her career. As their unexpected romance blossoms, Ezra finds herself falling deeply in love with her. Yet, their connection faces an immediate trial as Ezra unearths a heart-wrenching deception, a treacherous revelation that jeopardizes their recently newfound love, leaving it on the verge of fragmentation. As Ezra battles with the harsh reality and wrestles with her deepest insecurities, she finds herself at a critical juncture - whether to boldly confront the painful betrayal or completely withdraw from the relationship. Simultaneously, Rafa is forced to confront her personal demons, questioning her ability to meet Ezra's needs as a life partner. As they face their deepest fears and vulnerabilities, they come to the realization that their love is a double-edged sword - both their greatest strength and their kryptonite. But in a whirlwind of passion and uncertainty, will their love prove resilient against the treacherous forces that threaten to rip them asunder? Can they find the courage to forgive and move forward, or will their fears and kryptonites ultimately drive them apart? Let's find out...