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Conquering the Barriers by zaaaxy
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SIS (Social Issue Series) #4: Bullying They say that beauty is a luxury. That good looks is the only privilege that matters. That the world is only in favor of those who were born pretty. Sa panahon nga raw ngayon, parang kasalanan na ang pagiging less attractive. You're unappealing? Emotionally weak? Naive? How pathetic. Now you gotta deal with the consequences, loser. Sounds like bullshit? Yup. The truth may be harsh but it is what it is. Once you failed to reach the very high standards set by the society, you're doomed. Yara Isabelle got the deadliest combination of being unattractive, soft-hearted and innocent. But she used to get by and survive the bullying just fine. Because she got her knight-in-shining armor. Her childhood sweetheart. Not until he stopped saving her. Not until he stopped caring. Not until he got fed up of everything. Sky Edison used to be full of compassion. But that was before something terrible happened within their family. His perception had changed. He now finds it ridiculous that people let themselves get treated badly. However, the downside is that for some significant circumstances, these two have to share a condo as they enter senior high school. What could possibly happen given their situation? How would it feel like living under the same roof not with your bully but your former superhero who's now just a witness of your despair? How would it feel like going home to a place with a person who gets to see you getting bullied everyday at school? Wattys 2020 Winner under Young Adult Category
Never Descending by zaaaxy
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SIS (Social Issue Series) #5: Victim Blaming Why is talking about sex a taboo? What's wrong with sex? Sex is normal. Sex is fine. As long as it is consensual then all else is good. But someone being sexually open does not and will never equate to providing license for slut shaming or sexual harassment. Iris Everleigh is an all-around social media influencer. She isn't your typical dalagang Filipina. Her audacity and exceptionality are what set her apart from the rest. She enjoys things without giving a single fuck to whatever people has to say. Ace Frederick is the complete opposite. A primitive and vigilant guy. Never in his wildest dreams would he want to involve himself to someone who would just make his life complicated. His vision was simple: Be successful enough, get a decent woman to get married to, and start a family of his own. So what could happen if they stumble upon each other? A club probably? Where Ace was just supposed to attend his friend's bachelor party? But ended up crossing paths with the irresistible and drunk Iris? Will he be able to stand by his principles? Or would it be impossible to?
Every Flight Counts by zaaaxy
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SIS (Social Issue Series) #3: Gender Inequality Men and women in the 21st Century still aren't able to totally get free from the socially defined roles. They are expected to act in certain ways just because they are male and female. Lalake ka raw kaya hindi ka pwede sa ganito. Babae ka raw kaya hanggang dito ka lang. Ellie Madeline have always dreamed of becoming a pilot. She believes that she was born to fly. Despite the disapproval of the people around her, she was able to take one step closer to her goal. Little did she know that her entrance in the best Aviation Academy in town is just the beginning of her struggle against discrimination. Spencer Donovan is her number one rival. He wants to be the best in this field just as much as she wants. As they pit against each other, Ellie found herself falling for Spencer's unforeseen charms. But her bold advances to win his heart just backfires all the time. That's when Zaiden Pierce decided to join the picture and offer her some help. Who is he? Well, he's just nothing more than Spencer's bestfriend. Or... could there actually be more to that? Started: May 1, 2020 Completed: May 18, 2020
Grow with the Flow (Published under Bliss Books) by zaaaxy
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SIS (Social Issue Series) #1: Objectifying Women Over protectiveness of boyfriends are often romanticized as cute and caring nowadays. To the point that some ladies fail to live their lives to the fullest just to satisfy their men's insecurities and the likes. Pero kung ikaw si Nayeli Reese P. Eusebio, you'll probably say that you've had enough of those kinds of bullshit. Nari had been deprived of a normal life for her 17 years of existence. She never had a chance to step out of the four corners of their house and experience what common people usually do due to unfortunate circumstances that involves her personal family issues. So when she had the opportunity to finally get out from that nightmare, she promised herself, and her brother that wishes her nothing but happiness, that she will bring out the best in her as she strives to achieve her goals. But when Colton Jace R. Octavio gets into the picture, Nari felt things that she never felt before. Unexplainable feelings that are enough to confuse and distract her from her goals. Colton's dream was just to grow old with her while Nari's was for them to grow individually together. When love gets in the way of your dreams, is it possible to grow with the flow? Started: April 3, 2020 Completed: April 14, 2020
Beneath What it Seems by zaaaxy
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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
THE ADVENTURE OF AUGUST IN PANDORA'S WORLD by charmaineglorymae
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SEASON 1: |COMPLETED| Meet August White. Orphan and a gangster. Lumaki siyang walang magulang at walang kilalang kamag-anak. Isang araw habang nasangkot sa isang away si August, isang di inaasahang pangyayari ang naging dahilan at napadpad siya sa isang mundong kailan man ay di niya inaasahang totoo na maging dahilan upang magbago ang takbo ng kanyang kapalaran. ••• Teaser of the past: When Snow gave birth to Skylar Dwayne she died but miraculously revived. Her powers as a goddess subsided and her Son did not inherit it, but instead it was destined to be inherited with her grandson named Cayden Draco, the prince who will save Pandora from darkness and has the same temperament of Yuan. This story is a sequel of the Universe of Four Gods.
THE ADVENTURE OF AUGUST BACK TO EARTH by charmaineglorymae
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SEASON 2: |COMPLETED| When things gone wrong in Pandora.... August was left with no choice.... Heartbreak.... Lies.... Her death was the key to send her back to Earth.... Going back to earth is her most desired need.... She's back to Earth.... How can she continue living.... When her heart was left in Pandora? The continuation of Book 1 with THE ADVENTURE OF AUGUST IN PANDORA'S WORLD. I hope you'll like the final book of August.
GODS ||Universe of Four Gods Series|| Book 1 (Published) by charmaineglorymae
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|COMPLETED| Despite coming from a non-magical family, Snow Brielle Sylveria still yearns to become one of the gifted. When the opportunity to attend Universe Academy finally comes, one question remains: can she overcome the challenges and survive? *** 500 years ago, the Gods of the Universe created and chose a mortal to carry the seed. Yet, her power and body were incompatible. The chosen one had to sleep for five centuries to make the child in the womb adapt and seal the dominant power. Everyone thought that Snow Brielle Sylveria is just an ordinary girl, born from a non-magic family. She grew up without knowing her mom and her real identity; a typical nerd-looking girl with no special ability. Not until one night when someone tried to harm her, her ability manifested and surprisingly created a massive disturbance in the entire Vermillion. How could an ordinary girl become the One who would protect the entire Universe from the demons? Disclaimer: This story is written in Taglish, a combination of Tagalog & English.
MYTH ||Universe of Four Gods Series|| Book 2 by charmaineglorymae
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|COMPLETED| Sino ang mag-aakala na makakapasok ako sa kuponan ng mga Elite? Ni sa panaginip ay hindi ko iyon inasahan, pero nangyari na nga. Pero ang akala kong matiwasay na pagsali ko ay kasunod noon ay ang mga pangyayaring magiging dahilan para ako ay masanay at makaharap ang aking mga kinatatakutan. Isabay pa ang larong kasali ang mga taga ibang mundo. Ang puso kong nalilito at pilit itinatangi ang nararamdaman sa lalaking kinaiinisan ko. Paano kung darating ang mga taong magiging dahilan para magbago ang takbo ng istorya ko? Hahayaan ko ba sila? O pilit na lalaban? This story is Taglish.
FURY ||Universe of Four Gods Series|| Book 3 (Soon to be Published) by charmaineglorymae
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|COMPLETED not yet EDITED| Life is cruel. The news I heard is heart breaking. I am not my father's daughter. Will it change everything? Who am I then? What am I? Started: August 2017