Lexie Bautista is a sixth-grade homeschooler from Manila, Philippines, who never runs out of things to do. When she isn’t writing a new story, she enjoys painting, crocheting, playing the violin or just being silly with her mom and dad. She is afraid of heights, spiders, and walking alone in the dark. Two Hours Before Midnight is herContinue reading “Meet the Book Writers Club: Lexie Bautista”
LOOK! The cover of the upcoming YA fantasy novel ‘Of Myths and Men’ by Catherine Dellosa #ofmythsandmen
What if myths were real? A small-town gamer girl discovers friendly mythological creatures among humans and embarks on a quest to save the world. THE STORY Eighteen-year-old Ava has saved the world 152 times—ever since she got her hands on her first console. It’s all fun and games, but after a mysterious encounter with not-a-vampireContinue reading “LOOK! The cover of the upcoming YA fantasy novel ‘Of Myths and Men’ by Catherine Dellosa #ofmythsandmen”
Bookbed recommends: ‘The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up’ by Marie Kondo
by Rhoshniyan Sudario I have always loved cleaning our house, I don’t know why but when I was young I was so curious about how to fold clothes, wash the dishes, and do chores. But no matter how many times I organized our stuff, our house still seemed to be filled with so many things.Continue reading “Bookbed recommends: ‘The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up’ by Marie Kondo”
#BookbedMeets: Silent Reading Session this January 15
Welcome to the first silent reading session of the year! Together with Silent Book Club Manila, we shall be picking up our books (or ebooks) and reading them over Zoom on January 15 at 5 p.m. See you! ☁️ #BookbedMeets is Bookbed’s Community Day. Everyone is welcome! To receive invites to future meetups and otherContinue reading “#BookbedMeets: Silent Reading Session this January 15”
Young author Marga Monserrate talks about her debut romance novel, writing tips, and next steps in publishing
by KB Meniado When looking to find new stories to love, it’s always exciting to find a fresh voice. So every good time I get the opportunity to come across new authors, whether to read their work or work with them on their manuscript, I grab it as the experience often introduces a different kindContinue reading “Young author Marga Monserrate talks about her debut romance novel, writing tips, and next steps in publishing”
Why Filipinos Should Read: ‘Elites and Ilustrados in Philippine Culture’ by Caroline Hau
by Bryan Meniado The election season is getting more intense as we inch closer to the national polls in May 2022. In the past months, we have already seen a lot of political drama, seesaws, and mudslinging among the presidential aspirants. This grapple for position also creates a bitter divide among the supporters who areContinue reading “Why Filipinos Should Read: ‘Elites and Ilustrados in Philippine Culture’ by Caroline Hau “
Meet the Young Authors of the Book Writers Club
by Rhoda Osalvo In August 2021, eight young students from the CFA Homeschool took on the challenge to write their first books. In three months, these homeschoolers aged 10-13 finished their manuscripts under the Book Writers Club. This December 18, they are launching their books via Facebook Live. (RSVP here!) Who are these amazing youngsters? Continue reading “Meet the Young Authors of the Book Writers Club”
Introducing ‘Game to Read:’ Your guide to reading and talking about books
The Game to Read (GTR) card pack is your ultimate guide to reading and talking about books! With 50 prompts, GTR aims to help you tackle your TBR piles, complete your book challenges, and fill out your reading journal. You can use it by yourself, with friends, or for your book clubs and other socialContinue reading “Introducing ‘Game to Read:’ Your guide to reading and talking about books”
Why Filipinos Should Read: ‘Ginto’t Pilak’ by Eugene Evasco and Hidilyn Diaz
by Bryan Meniado After 97 years, we Filipinos got our first-ever Olympic gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Games last July, thanks to the valiant effort of our weightlifting hero Hidilyn Diaz. Now a multiple Olympic medalist, as she also won silver in 2016 Rio Games, this historic feat solidifies her position in the pantheonContinue reading “Why Filipinos Should Read: ‘Ginto’t Pilak’ by Eugene Evasco and Hidilyn Diaz”
Bookbed reviews: ‘Heart and Hero’ by Gianne Rabena
by Nitoy Gonzales THE STORY BOOK 1 in the New Heroes Series a Young Adult Superhero story set in an Alternate Modern Philippines! ♥ KARLA has always loved superheroes. Always watching the news on local crime fighters who fly around the capital and save the day. Now if they were only inspiring enough to help herContinue reading “Bookbed reviews: ‘Heart and Hero’ by Gianne Rabena”
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