Tag: filipino creators
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Book Budol Time! Check out these 22 Books and Booths at the Manila International Book Fair 2022 #mibf2022
by BM The biggest book fair in the country is back, and the book budol will be worth it! Held from September 15 to 18, 2022 at the SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia Complex in Pasay City, the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) reopens its doors to all readers after two years of being […]
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Why Filipinos Should Read: ‘Rizal in Saga: A Life for Student Fans’ by Nick Joaquin
by Bryan Meniado I recently attended a writing class with Write Things PH and historian Ambeth Ocampo, author of Rizal Without the Overcoat, on the eve of Jose Rizal’s 161st birth anniversary. In that session, we discussed writing about the past and how to make history more meaningful for everyone, especially for younger generations. It […]
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Why Filipinos Should Read: Akin Lang Naman: Mga Tula by Aristotle C. Pollisco a.k.a. Gloc-9
by Bryan Meniado The recent national elections may have been the most polarizing and divisive one in recent memory. While I’m disappointed, I’m not that surprised by the results. With all the miseducation, disinformation, historical distortion, and blatant lies we have been fed over the past years, it’s not far-fetched why many of us still […]
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Storiesnap Time: ‘Cute Kawaii Doodles’
Welcome back to Storiesnap Time, in which we feature books with illustrations in snaps and clips. This time, we’re featuring Cute Kawaii Doodles by Sarah Alberto (or Doodles by Sarah on YouTube), a guided sketchbook on doodling your favorite kawaii things. Surround yourself with cuteness by learning to draw 100 tiny items in this adorable little […]
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Bookbed reviews: “Honbarian” by Olivecoat
by Gianne Rabena THE STORY Driven out of her hometown by invaders from across the sea, Andrea finds herself lost in the forest with no memories of her former life, only an old key that bears the White Rose of the Countess of Helmsberg. When she stumbles into an orchard that belongs to the mysterious […]
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Meet the Book Writers Club: Bianca Ofreneo
Bianca Beatriz Bumanlag Ofreneo, or just Bianca, is a young author from Batangas, Philippines. She is currently a sixth grader at CFA Homeschool. Her hobbies include writing, drawing, and painting. The Last Page is her first published book. Buy the book here. Hi, Bianca! Congratulations on your book. When did you first realize you wanted to write? I’ve always enjoyed […]
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Meet the Book Writers Club: Miguel Jeremy
Miguel Jeremy is a young author from the Philippines. His hobbies include speedsolving, gaming, and writing. Miguel lives on a farm in Batangas with his parents and their animals. The Zombie Invasion is his first novel. Buy the book here. Hi, Miguel! Congratulations on your book. When did you first realize you wanted to write? I used to pretend writing […]
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Meet the Book Writers Club: Mabbi Bautista
Mabbi Bautista discovered her passion for writing when she started homeschooling and joined The Writers Club at CFA Homeschool. Now a junior in high school, this young Filipina is into writing stories and songs, sketching, and digital art. Mabbi co-authored the book, Welcome to My Humble Homeschool: Secrets of Successful Homeschooling Teens. A Little Boy’s Promise is her […]
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Meet the Book Writers Club: Kiersten Cheryl Abadicio
Kiersten Cheryl Abadicio is a 12-year-old Filipino student at CFA Homeschool. Aside from writing fiction stories, she is also into creating art, and playing music. Ori is her first published book. Buy the book here. Hi, Kiersten! Congratulations on your book. When did you first realize you wanted to write? When I was seven years old. Where do you get […]
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Meet the Book Writers Club: Hans Karlo Salaria
Hans Karlo Salaria, or just Karlo, is a 13-year-old Filipino homeschooler, writer and violinist from Freedom Academy. He likes to read adventure books and eat good food like ramen. He enjoys watching movies in a cold room and going to the beach on a hot day. Ice cream is one of his favorite desserts. Crystal Quest is […]
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