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Q& A: Filipina author Mixkaela Villalon on writing and publishing her book ‘Interregnum’

Villalon talks 'Interregnum,' why she highlights the Filipino social conditions in her work, and how she unlearned viewing the male experience as universal when reading.....»»

Category: newsSource: rappler rapplerMar 23rd, 2024

On the spotlight: Filipina golfer Sam Bruce

The 23-year-old has qualified to compete in the coming Ladies European Tour (LET), and all this after going through a different route than most young Filipina golfers......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

A life story that’s straight out of a movie

In the book 2X: Life After Kidnapping, architect and feng shui master Ka Kuen Chua tells a blow-by- blow account of his ordeal in the hands of his tormentors. Published by Kaisa Para Sa Kaunlaran, Inc., Kaisa Heritage Foundation, Inc., and Movement for Restoration of Peace and Order (MRPO), the 167-page, 28-chapter book is a captivating read. Ka Kuen, a former head of the anti-crime group MRPO, was a victim of kidnapping for ransom not just once but twice......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

NBA: Lakers book playoff date with Nuggets, Kings eliminate Warriors

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers held off a furious late rally to beat the New Orleans Pelicans 110-106 on Tuesday and book a first-round NBA playoff clash with the defending champion Denver Nuggets. Four-time NBA champion James scored 23 points with nine rebounds, nine assists and three steals to lead the Lakers in.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 17th, 2024

TikTok Trend: ‘In the Philippines we don’t say…’

  CEBU CITY, Philippines–  A proud Filipina mother, could not resist joining the latest TikTok trend “In the Philippines we don’t say “with her daughter. With her phone and the wits of her daughter, their TikTok video is making rounds online. Five-year-old, Aliyah Amel Valero was narrating the Filipino quirks and expressions of people when.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsFeb 8th, 2024

Of houses that sugar built

When I saw the title of the book, “Houses that Sugar Built: An Intimate Portrait of Philippine Ancestral Homes” by Gina Consing McAdam and Siobhán Doran (Oro Editions, 2023), I knew it was a book I had to buy......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

The Wolf Returns: Big Bad Wolf Strikes Cebu City with Crazy Wolf Sale!

Big Bad Wolf, the world’s biggest book sale, is back to take Cebu by storm once again! This highly anticipated comeback is scheduled to take place at SM Seaside City Cebu from April 26 to May 5, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Bringing along its collection of books, book enthusiasts in the […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  metrocebuRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

It’s a book sail! Floating book fair Doulos Hope is sailing around the PH

Ready to embark on your reading journey? Here's what to expect from the international floating library that's heading to Manila, Batangas, and La Union!.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 27th, 2024

McLaren s Bustamante oozing with confidence ahead of F1 Academy season

Filipina racer Bianca Bustamante says her confidence is at an all-time high ahead of her second season in the F1 Academy with McLaren supporting her all the way this opening weekend at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

LIFE’ by Pope Francis

In a book that was newly released, Pope Francis tells the story of his life for the first time. Fittingly, the title of the book is “LIFE: My Story through History” published by Harper Collins, Italia, 2024......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 3rd, 2024

Mindanao Book Fair 2024 set March 13-15

PRESS RELEASE: Mindanao Book Fair 2024 is set from March 13 to 15 at Arrupe Hall at Ateneo de Davao University.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 4th, 2024

Mindanao Book Fair back in Davao

Mindanao Book Fair back in Davao.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsJan 29th, 2024

Manila International Book Fair 2024 set for September

The Manila International Book Fair will be holding its 2024 edition from September 11 to 15......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Chef Tatung Sarthou shares Pochero recipe from Simpol Dishkarte book

A NUMBER of recipes, most of them classic Filipino dishes, appear in Chef Myke ‘Tatung’ Sarthou’sa newly launched book, ‘Simple Dishkarte.’.....»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 10th, 2024

Why ‘Heartstopper’ is Gen Z’s defining publishing phenomenon

In 'Heartstopper,' the representations of mental illness, trans identities, and queer love are destigmatizing and normalizing.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 11th, 2024

Stan By Me explores indie publishing, art at BLTX

We chat with BLTX participants and BLTX co-founder Adam David to get a glimpse of the inner workings of the small press expo, as well as the vibrant community that it has formed over the years since its inception in 2009.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

A SOJOURNER’S VIEW: Love In The Time Of Turmoil

REVIEW OF A NOVEL: SAN RAFAELBy Leila Noel-RispensPublished by 8Letters Bookstore & Publishing CEBU CITY (MindaNews / 11 January) — Whether it is in plays, novels or films – Romeo and Juliet, Wuthering Heights, Love in a Time of Cholera, The English Patient, Dr. Zhivago, Titanic, Maruja, Tatlong Taong Walang Dios, Relasyon – love stories unfolding in a conflict […].....»»

Category: newsSource:  mindanewsRelated NewsJan 14th, 2024

Sheila Lirio Marcelo: The Pinay who worked to have it all — and succeeded!

As a young Filipina mom living in the United States with elderly parents, Sheila Marcelo saw the necessity of having a go-to service for families who need assistance, and the opportunity to help her kababayans. Doing good with Care.com was her way of giving back......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 5th, 2024

Good, bad news as Alex Eala crashes out of W75 Porto quarters

Alex Eala falls short of her bid to get back at former world No. 50 Anna Bondar, the Hungarian who dealt the Filipina teen the worst loss of her pro career.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsFeb 24th, 2024

WATCH: Patricia Evangelista on the craft of storytelling

Registered users and Rappler Communities app users can sign up here for the virtual interview and live chat with the 'Some People Need Killing' author.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 26th, 2024

Russian activist and Putin critic Alexei Navalnys demise inside prison – The Daily Guardian

Title: Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny Dies in Jail, Fueling Controversy and Political Turmoil Byline: [Author’s Name] Date: [Date] Word Count: 350 Russian opposition leader.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024