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#GoReadWrite2016: The Philippine Readers and Writers Festival

September 2, 2016January 28, 2019 by Bookbed

by Julan Donio Castro As an avid reader and aspiring author, I always look forward to literary events. They provide a venue for discussion on development and promotion of the appreciation for literature, reading and writing. They contribute to fostering the discourse and shaping the landscape of our contemporary literary scene. One of those is the Philippine Literary Readers and … Continue reading #GoReadWrite2016: The Philippine Readers and Writers Festival

#BumasaAtLumaya: Attending Children’s Book Fair and Literature Talks

July 28, 2016January 28, 2019 by Bookbed

by Julan Donio-Castro I’ve loved children’s books ever since I was a little kid. During my elementary school years, my friends and I used to stay in the library to read story books with wonderful illustrations. I remember that feeling when we would all say “Wow!” in amazement for reading and looking at picture books, … Continue reading #BumasaAtLumaya: Attending Children’s Book Fair and Literature Talks