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Stories by the Young, For the Young
There are book events… and then there are gatherings that feel like something more: a small turning point for the children in the front row, the parents quietly cheering from the back, and the young dreamers who suddenly think, Maybe I can do this too. That was the atmosphere at Book Nook, SM Podium during…
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Bahay Turo Meet & Learn Session:How Reading Sparks Writing with Y Alcazaren
Last November 29, young readers, aspiring writers, and book lovers gathered online for Bahay Turo’s Meet & Learn session with young Filipino fantasy author Y Alcazaren—and what an inspiring hour it was. At just 13, Y has already written multiple novels, including The Five Dragons series and the newly launched Thornsong: The Lantern Bearer. Her…
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My Competition Piece for the Asian Gifted Youth Literary Competition 2025
Sometimes the best stories come out in a rush, when you’re racing against time and running on pure instinct. This piece reminds me of that. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed the wild ride of writing it.