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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

The Sardonic yet Whimsical Author of the Philippines

W. J. Manares a. k. a. Willer Jun Araneta Manares is a one-of-a-kind persona in the literary scene of Aklan - the oldest province in the Philippines. He came out from his mother's birth canal on the 1st day of June, year 1985.

He came from a prominent Hispanic family. A legitimate member of Familia Araneta (Araneta Family) in the Philippines, included in its 7th generation, to be exact.

He's the Philippine Brand Ambassador of Noel Lorenz House of Fiction (NLHF - India), a common member of The Aklan Literati (AkLit), and one the common poets of Common Literature Period, a movement founded by Sourav Sarkar.

He loves everything erotic and sci-fi. A volunteer teacher with a philanthropic heart. And a freelance musical coach if needed. A lesser-known writer and worldbuilder who was influenced by the Superstar, Piers Anthony especially by his books, "But What of Earth?," "Bio of an Ogre," and "Ogre, Ogre." He built the worlds of Stripes Archipelago, Nation of Tseicurdia and Land of Toto. He is now labeled as, "the sardonic yet whimsical author/writer of the Philippines."

His children’s story, "Ro Mga Busoe Ni Noel" got the consolation prize in the Aklanon category of Aliwanag, a story writing contest by Aklat Alamid & Kasingkasing Press.

He received the Komisyon sa Wikang Filipino (KWF) Tula Tayo 2023 Award for his Diyona poem, "Kung Ang Puso Ay Isang Poso." He is one of the awardees of Charles Bukowski's International Literary Award and Alexander Pushkin-W. B. Yeats' International Literary Award by NLHF for his poetic contributions.

His High Fantasy story, "Dormancy Breakage," was included in the Noel Lorenz House of Fiction and Country Girrls anthology, Risqué. Also, NLHF and Presse Mondiale Litpaz included his other masterpiece in the Color of My Heart World Record Series anthology, Mintakan Musings. These collections are available on Amazon and other online bookstores.

His poems can be read in the following anthologies edited by Sourav Sarkar: Year of the Rabbit Anthology, Cooch Behar Anthology Volume 5, 7 and 8, Anthology of Poets, Short Stories and Journey, Save Water Anthology, Love Poems Volume 2, Titanic Anthology, Selected Poets, Nature Poets Volume 3, Love Poems Volume 3, Anthology of the World, Flowers Anthology, Unity Book, Great Pyramid of Giza Anthology, Pain Anthology, 16 Poets of Common Literature Period, Anthology of the Year 2100 and Winter Anthology 3. More are coming soon. These books are also available on Amazon.

His short story, "Brew" was accepted and can be read on Litehouse online. SweetSmell Journal included his 2 poems, "Mirroring" and "Dragon-on-guard" in its maiden issue. His poem, "Tila Durian" reached Top 30 in Philippine Social Conservative Movement (PSCM) Poetry Contest. His horror story, "Asswang" was included in the Pasyon's Mariit Vol. 2 short list. One of his works that was rejected in the Philippines entitled, "Lito and the Whistle" was included in The Mirror of Time #3, a yearly bilingual literary and cultural magazine of India. His poem, "Poetic Justice" can be read on Himalaya Diary online, a leading news portal of Kathmandu, Nepal.

His 17 Books, "BetLog," "Tanaga, Diyona... Dalit?," "Flashbacks of Flashforwards," "OTNEWUK," "Isa Sa Ilang Paraan," "Owa't Tawo," "Pusikit," "The Extracted," "Playing in Secret Solitude," "Ang Bulbul atbp.," "Poesy for Poseidon," "Shiverses," "Rose for Diana," "Mekus Mekus," "Waterhen," "Pilang ka Sugid-sugid sa Bibi it Akean," and "Spill the Beans" are published by Ukiyoto Publishing.

He also volunteered as an editor of 2 hyper-romantic anthology books, "Magkalaguyo at iba pang uri ng pagsinta" and "SIIL: Sa Iyo't Iyo Lamang." He recently edited and compiled, "Omni-Verses: Interplanetary Poesies" and "Longings and other Longer Poems."

He currently helped the founding and development of Warang Writers' World that provides free publishing and livelihood income to aspiring writers in the Philippines. He compiled the poems for their books, "Poetry Anthology" and "Poetry Anthology 2 "in which he's also the volunteer editor, same with the Erotica anthology book, "Acitore". He also compiled, "Slices and Slashes: Untold Tearful Stories," a collection of tragic slices of life.

Recently, he founded Bukas na Ugnayan sa Literatura ng mga Kuwentista At mga Nagsusulat (BULKAN). He also started his own quarterly literary magazine, "Wellerism," to cater the exposure of freelance writers locally and some others too.

Sometimes, he's a songwriter and loves to strum the guitar and sing. He loves the music of Rammstein, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Green Day, Eagle-Eye Cherry and Toad the Wet Sprocket.

When not writing, he's in his own library, reading and stacking his collection of books up on the shelves again and again. He loves the taste of cinnamon sometimes. He enjoys living his peculiar life near the gateway to the paradise island of Boracay.

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BULKAN, may ibubuga!

She's a lady who believes that love is a choice that comes with chances and challenges. She knows that emotions are fragile, but real love stays.

Si Jesus ay isang ALS Passer at kasalukuyang nag-aaral sa kolehiyo sa kursong BS Accounting Information System. Siya rin ay mayroong pinamumunuan na grupo kung saan ang layunin ay matulungan ang mga out-of-school youth and adult na muling makabalik sa pag-aaral. Si Jesus ay nagsusulat ng mga tulang Tagalog at maikling kuwento na tumatalakay sa mga totoong pangyayari sa buhay.

Binod Dawadi, the author of The Power of Words, is a master’s degree holder in Major English. He has worked on more than 1000 anthologies and was published in various renowned magazines. His vision is to change society through knowledge, so he wants to provide enlightenment to the people through his writing skills.

The author is a Grade School teacher in Manila. She finished her Academic Requirement for Masters of Education major in English and Literature from The National Teachers College. Aside from teaching she is trying her luck to be a celebrated poet. She believes that someday she can make that far.

Linda M. Crate (she/her) is a Pennsylvanian writer. She has twelve published chapbooks, the latest being: Searching Stained Glass Windows For An Answer (Alien Buddha Publishing, December 2022). Her debut book of photography, Songs of the Creek (Alien Buddha Publishing, April 2023) was recently published.

Ancel Mondia is an Ilongga NBDB-registered author/writer, the Fiction - Woman Writer of the Year 2023 by Ukiyoto Publishing, and a graduate of Master of Arts in English and Literature.

The writer was a college instructor. He graduated with a degree in BSBA Accounting and has a Masters degree in Management. He hails from Majayjay Laguna and residing with his 95-year old mother in Angono Rizal. He published five books under NCCA, AILAP, Seven Eyes Productions and Eight Letters.

Jose Anthony Gerard Muyco is a writer who hails proudly in Iloilo City. He also teaches Humanities in Iloilo Doctors College and also promotes creative writing and music to his students. He was influenced by the writers, Yoko Ogawa and Pablo Neruda.

Ms. Til Kumari Sharma as Multi Award Winner in writing from the international sector, is from Bhorle- Hile, Paiyun 7, Parbat, West Nepal. Her parents are Mr. Hari Prasad Bashyal and Mrs Liladevi Bhusal / Bashyal. She has published many thousands of poems, some essays, and stories and other literary writings in Int. magazines, groups and anthologies, Russia, America, England, Hungary, Scotland, Indonesia, Bangladesh, South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, North Africa, Trinidad and Tobago, Hong Kong, Spain, India, Nepal, the Philippines and many other countries. She is a featured-poet and a best-selling co-author too. She is a world renowned poet now.

Aries Dame. Isang baguhang manunulat at sinusubukang gumawa ng pangalan sa mundo ng panitikan. Nakapagtapos siya sa kursong Bachelor of Secondary Education, Mathematics sa isang pribadong kolehiyo, Notre Dame of Salaman College sa Sultan Kudarat Province.

Pangarap niyang makapagsulat ng nobela at mailathala sa mga kilalang palimbagan sa bansa. Ang paboritong tema sa mga kuwento ay ang romansang trahedya. Ang pagiging mapag-isa ay naging susi para maging mahilig magbasa at magsulat ng mga kuwentong naiisip niya.

Ang mapabilang at mahanay sa mga rehistradong manunulat ng National Book Development Board — Philippines ay pangarap din niya.

Abet Banico is a freelance journalist, a content creator and a Filipino sociologist aiming to write the innermost feeling of our time and the stories of our unexplored love.

Aspiring writer with a passion for words and storytelling. A lover of literature, seeking to inspire and touch hearts through the magic of storytelling. Believes in the power of imagination and empathy to bridge gaps and create connections. Dedicated to crafting narratives that resonate with readers and evoke emotions.

Ako ay isang guro sa Calabanga National Science High School. May asawa at dalawang anak. Hilig ko ang pagtuturo at pagsusulat ng anumang uri ng panitikang Bikolnon at Filipino. Ngunit sa lahat, pinakagusto ko talaga ang pagsusulat ng tula. Ito ang aking paraan ng pagmulat sa realidad ng buhay.

I am Evelyn from Everything Everywhere All At Once. I started lots of things, but completed none. My only literary achievements are creating a speech in 5 minutes, the same amount of time I have as notice to participate in an inter-school declamation, and a weekly consolation prize for Dionatext.

From Manila, Philippines, living there for the past 16 years. Born on September 07, 2006. A Poet since 2020, writing with passion that every word was coming from the heart; translating emotions and stories into an art piece - Poetry.

Likes to write poetry that is mainly about Love, Society, Nature and more things I'll be interested in the future. In my life it wasn't easy as child, but I said, "Sun goes down, world turns black, Falling overtime but knows we'll come back" because life is a circle, always wait for your turn!

Si Christian Dave T. Amada ay dalawampung taong gulang mula sa Narra, Palawan. Siya ay ganap na published author at EIM NC II holder. Kasalukuyang nasa ikatlong taon sa kolehiyo, kumukuha ng kursong Bachelor of Science in Social Work sa Western Philippines University – Main Campus.

I am Ma. Rosheila Amores. A 22-year-old pursuing Technical Vocational Teacher Education at Iloilo Science and Technology University, Major in Computer Programming. A tech enthusiast, online seller, and part-time tutor. Loves literature, writes poetry, and enjoys Taylor Swift's music. Passionate about cooking, organized spaces, and adores cats and dogs. Aspires to be a successful entrepreneur, educator, and author. 📚🎸🍳🐱🐶

ROSEANDTULIPS31 is a three-year writer and has two completed novels, written several poems on her collection, even quotes. She is also writing some content regarding the latest topics. Aside from being a writer, she is an artist who creates simple artworks like logos, book covers etc. through Canva.

Sibanda is a Bulawayo-born poet, novelist, thought leader and nonfiction writer who has authored twenty-nine published books of various genres and persuasions and coauthored more than 100 published books and several peer- reviewed articles. Some of Ndaba`s works are found or forthcoming in Page & Spine, Piker Press, SCARLET LEAF REVIEW, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, the Pangolin Review, Kalahari Review, Botsotso, The Ofi Press Magazine, Hawaii Pacific Review, University of North Dakota, Deltona Howl, The song is, JONAH magazine, The Polk Street Review, Poetry Potion, Saraba Magazine, The Borfski Press, East Coast Literary Review and Whispering Prairie Press. Sibanda has received the following nominations: the National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA), the Mary Ballard Poetry Chapbook Prize, the Best of the Net Prose and the Pushcart Prize. He is a three-time Pushcart Prize nominee. Sibanda`s book Notes, Themes, Things And Other Things: Confronting Controversies, Contradictions And Indoctrinations was considered for The 2019 Restless Book Prize for New Immigrant Writing in Nonfiction. Ndaba`s book titled Cabinet Meetings: Of Big And Small Preys was considered for The Graywolf Press Africa Prize 2018. Sibanda is a three-time Pushcart nominee.

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Si Kaye Writes o mas kilala bilang si Kathrine Crizel ay isang mag-aaral. Kasalukuyang nag-aaral sa kursong Bachelor of Science in Accountancy. Siya ay isang Manunula(t) at magtatatlong taon na sa mundo ng panulatan ngayong Agosto 3. Mahilig siyang manood ng K-drama at magbasa ng Wattpad. Pakikinig ng musika at pagsusulat ang tanging libangan niya.

Siya ay isinilang noong ika-16 ng Setyembre, taong 1997. Siya ay mula sa Lungsod ng Biñan, lalawigan ng Laguna. Isa siyang indibidwal na marami ang kuryosidad at katanungan sa buhay. Pagsusulat ang isa sa mga pangunahin niyang hilig. Bukod dito ay isa rin siyang kompositor ng mga orihinal na musika.

Nagnanais na makapagbahagi ng kanyang tula.

Born in Costa Rica, 1969, Henry Vinicio Valerio Madriz is a teacher, graduated in English Teaching and Linguistics and Literature. Publications: “Strange Fate”, “Loving Shadows”, “Running”, and “The Cyrenian”, USA. Shortlisted in Voice of Peace: 1st Intercontinental Poetry And Short Story Anthology 2021, The League of Poets, “Soldiers’ Death Sentence”.

I would only know the next chapter if I wrote down all my ideas on paper. My mind couldn't stop thinking, so I wrote it down—reading, learning, jotting down, and using all my senses to finish the writing. I am born to write. Remember, whatever you do, do it passionately.

Ms. Ana Mae B. Dusaran is at present a secondary teacher at Barotac Viejo National High School. Currently, she is taking up her PhD in English Language Education. On her spare time, she take part in participating different organizations. She is interested in psychology, neurology, music, photography, arts, and writing.

Lyra Castillo Honrado is a teacher and nurse by heart. She’s a writer and also a researcher. Her recent works were published by the following companies/agencies: DepEd Zambales Journal, 7 Eyes Productions, OPC, KAISA, Balligi Book Project, Schools Division of Zambales GLAK Writing and IJMABER Journal (International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research).

Pat Rych Tomelden is a 22-year-old Civil Engineering student who’s currently studying at President Ramon Magsaysay State University, Zambales. One of her hobbies is writing short stories and poems to try and make sense of the joys and pains of life. Her short story entitled “Aidan’s Eve” was once featured in Viva Books’ Official Website.

My name is Paulo Adrian and I am a poet and short story writer. Currently, I am working as a mental health nurse in a psychiatric hospital here in the Philippines. My writings are inspired from the different range of emotions to the unique experiences everyone goes through in life.

I'm a late starter at 52 and this time wanting to pursue writing as means to express myself, and to send messages that would probably be of help to any reader. A mother of 5 and a grand mother to one. Thinking positive that one day I can publish one book.

Si Mhay Aquino ang nagsulat ng mga libro na pinamagatang “Gintong Plato” at “Pahina” na pawang puspos ng inspirasyon. Kabilang rin ang kaniyang likha sa antolohiyang “Magkasintahan 2.0” na inilathala ng Ukiyoto Publishing. Nakapagtapos ng kursong Computer Science. Isang dedikadong manunulat na may hangaring makapagbigay aral at inspirasyon sa mambabasa.

Jenny Mae Ledesma Canino ang tunay na pangalan niya. Dalawampung taong gulang. Nakatira sa Brgy. Malinta, Masbate City. Nagsimulang magsulat noong ika-22 ng Pebrero taong 2020. Halos tatlong taon na at pitong buwan na nagsusulat. Palagi ring sumasali sa mga Online Writing Contest sa pagsulat. "@mayo" ang sagisag ng panulat.