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Teenage Crush and High School Life in the Book ‘The Boy Wears Prada’

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Teenage crushes and high school life tackled in the pop novel “The Boy Wears Prada” by Aivan Reigh Vivero and published under Night Owl Books. Now available in bookstores near you!

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Weird, antisocial at introvert – ganyan kung ilarawan ng mga classmate niya si Ailou Samaniego. She used to think that high school life is boring. It is full of silly boys and girls. Kaya nga okay lang sa kanya kung wala syang matatawag na circle of friends.

Enter Bryan Olano. Cute, hot at pilyong transferee mula sa Maynila. He was an instant celebrity nang lumipat ito sa Javier National High School. Lahat biglang nagka-crush dito – boys, girls, gays and even some of their teachers.

But not Ailou. Wala sa bokabularyo niya ang magkaroon ng crush! Kuntodo deny siya ng minsang maakusahan siya ni Bryan na may crush sya dito. Hindi talaga!

Pero bakit habang tumatagal, parang nag-iiba yata ang ihip ng hangin? Bakit nararamdaman na niya ang pagbilis ng tibok ng kanyang puso kapag malapit lang si Bryan? Bakit nagba-blush siya kapag pinupuri siya nito?

Tunghayan ang kwentong ito na sumasalamin sa maraming first time na nangyayari sa buhay ng isang tipikal na high school student.

Ikaw, noong high school mo rin ba naranasan ang kiligin at ma-inlove?

Product Details

Title: The Boy Wears Prada
Author: Aivan Reigh Vivero
Category: Pop Novel, Philippine Fiction
ISBN-10: 971-9582-04-9
ISBN-13: 978-971-9582-04-5
Binding: Paperback
No. of Pages: 112
Size: 5″ x 8″
Price: 128.00/copy

Published by Starmometer Publishing Co. under the Night Owl Books imprint, “The Boy Wears Prada” is now available in National Bookstore, Powerbooks, and Precious Pages bookstore near you.

For more pop novels, follow Night Owl Books on Facebook and Twitter.

And for more inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook and Twitter.


UAAP’s Jeron Teng and Alyssa Valdez on Chalk’s Cover this July

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It’s Chalk’s annual UAAP issue once again and this time, Chalk is digging up all the raw details to get readers more ready than ever.

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Champs DLSU Green Archer Jeron Teng and ADMU Lady Eagle Alyssa Valdez grace the cover of Chalk’s July issue. Get to know the two star athletes better with this month’s cover story, “Hard Court Heroes”.

Chalk also presents two hot volleybelles, dressed up in hot-right-now pieces that readers would most definitely want to try for themselves. See Dennise Lazaro and Julia Morado’s transformation in this special feature that’s paired with another fashion and beauty editorial that dishes out great workout wardrobe choices and the lowdown on this season’s best sporty threads. Apart from these, Chalk has put together a selection of weather-friendly accessories that readers can sport in any weather.

This issue of Chalk also shares the spotlight with the “unsung heroes” of the playing field as the magazine features the best players of the league from different sports and the ladies who made an impact in the UAAP history. The issue also zooms in on the people in the players’ lives, particularly in the life of one of the Ateneo de Manila University’s best ballers, Kiefer Ravena, as Chalk introduces the Ravena family in a feature entitled “Keeping Up With The Ravenas”.

Apart from all these, Chalk looks into the signs, manifestations, and real-life confessions people have shown and made to determine how much of a fan its readers are in “The Life Of A UAAP Fan Girl”.

So before putting on that game face, make sure to get all the information needed to welcome this UAAP season, available in the latest issue of Chalk Magazine, a guide to having the best game season ever. Chalk Magazine’s latest issue is out now in magazine stores and newsstands nationwide.

Book: ‘Unwanted Marriage’ by Francis Herrera (Owwsic)

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“Unwanted Marriage” is a love story written by Francis Herrera. The novel was originally posted on Wattpad with 1,460,612 reads to date. It’s now available in book form in all branches of National Book Store and Precious Page bookstore nationwide.

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Daniel Joseph Punzalan and Kathryn Mercado were only tied with each other because of their parents’ promise.

The two both agreed to this fixed marriage but with the agreement that they will have their marriage annulled after a year.

They lived under the same roof for a year, have seen each other’s good and bad sides.

Daniel has a girlfriend while Kathryn has some unresolved issues with her former flame. But fate had played a nasty trick. Their marriage turned the other way around.

…and this is the story of their Unwanted Marriage.

Product Details

Title: Unwated Marriage
Author: Francis Herrera (OwwSic)
Category: Pop Novel, Philippine Fiction
ISBN-13: 978-971-9638-03-2
Binding: Paperback
No. of Pages: 158
Size: 5″ x 8″
Price: 128.00/copy

Published by Starmometer Publishing Co. under the Night Owl Books imprint, “Unwanted Marriage” is now available in National Bookstore and Precious Pages bookstore near you.

For more pop novels, follow Night Owl Books on Facebook and Twitter.

And for more inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook and Twitter.

‘Stuck on You’ Book 1 and 2 by Janet Bernardo Now Available in Bookstores

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Romantic pop novels “Stuck on You” book 1 and 2 by PHR writer Janet Bernardo is now available in bookstores nationwide.

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STUCK ON YOU BOOK 1
by Janet Bernardo

Sabi nila, minsan lang darating sa buhay mo ang taong tunay na magpapasaya sa iyo. Minsan mo lang matatagpuan ang isang pag-ibig na wagas. At minsan mo lang makikilala ang taong handang tanggapin ang buong pagkatao mo.

Pero paano kung dumating na siya at hindi ka pa handa? Susugal ka na ba o susuko ka na lang? Pakakawalan mo na lang ba o tatanggapin mo na?
Paano kung natatakot ka lang palang aminin na mahal mo na siya? Bibitiw ka na lang ba o ipaglalaban mo ang pag-ibig mo para sa kanya?

Iyon ang dilemma ni Ella nang makilala niya si Chase. She was not looking for him, ngunit sadyang mapagbiro ang tadhana at pinagtagpo sila sa maling pagkakataon. She thought he was a highland monster while he on the other hand was convinced that she was a spy.

But in reality, she was just a lost damsel in distress and he was the highland warrior who saved her.

“Gusto mo bang malaman kung ano ang totoong halik? Are you prepared to find out?”

ISBN 978-971-0453-97-9
P115.00/copy

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STUCK ON YOU BOOK 2
by Janet Bernardo

Sabi nila, minsan lang darating sa buhay mo ang taong tunay na magpapasaya sa iyo. Minsan mo lang matatagpuan ang isang pag-ibig na wagas. At minsan mo lang makikilala ang taong handang tanggapin ang buong pagkatao mo.

Pero paano kung dumating na siya at hindi ka pa handa? Susugal ka ba o susuko ka na lang? Pakakawalan mo na lang ba o tatanggapin mo na?

Paano kung natatakot ka lang palang aminin na mahal mo na siya? Bibitiw ka na lang ba o ipaglalaban mo ang pag-ibig mo para sa kanya?

Paano kung kailan handa ka nang aminin na mahal mo siya ay may mahal na pala siyang iba? Paano kung gusto ka pala niyang ipaglaban pero pag-aari ka na rin ng iba?

Alin ba ang pipiliin mo? Ang kasalukuyan na labis na nagmamahal sa iyo o ang nakaraan na hindi mo kayang i-let go?

ISBN 978-971-0453-97-9
P115.00 per copy

Published by Lifebooks, “Stuck on You” Book 1 and 2 are now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages outlets nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Richard Gutierrez and Xian Lim Share the Spotlight in StarStudio Magazine this August

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For the first time this year, StarStudio goes back-to-back with two major exclusives in one special issue!

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This month presents a double cover, featuring Kapamilya heartthrob Xian Lim, who shows off his brand new home to StarStudio, and new parents Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati with their son Zion.

Set on a 3,000-square meter property in the hills of Antipolo, Xian’s new home is a dream come true for him and his family. In the 24-page feature, Xian takes StarStudio on a tour of the house, which was documented in full-color exclusive photographs. Xian shares with StarStudio his inspiring life story, and the journey that took him from chubby teen to box-office star. Five of the people closest to Xian, including mom Mary Anne and onscreen partner Kim Chiu, get the chance to ask Xian questions that reveal things about him that people never knew before.

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The other special treat in StarStudio’s August issue is a feature on Richard Gutierrez, Sarah Lahbati, and their son Zion. The young couple shares their emotional journey to parenthood—the fears, pains, and challenges they faced—and their decision not to reveal Zion’s birth for a whole year until their big announcement. In telling their story, Richard and Sarah also address the future they face with Zion, and their dreams and plans for their son.

Other significant features include a 20th anniversary special on Star Cinema, as told by the people who saw it grow from a small company to a cinema powerhouse.

Actress Sunshine Cruz also gives StarStudio access to her new home and her own story of starting over with her daughters Isabelle, Samantha, and Francheska.

Get your copy of this special StarStudio back-to-back, double cover exclusive now! StarStudio is brought to readers by ABS-CBN Publishing and is available at leading bookstores and magazine stands nationwide.

Book: ‘Fourteen Pages’ by Rizza Maruja

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Pop novel “Fourteen Pages” by Wattpad writer Rizza Maruja is now available in bookstores nationwide.

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“Akala ko ba mahal mo ako? Pero bakit mo ako nakalimutan?”

Ano ang gagawin mo kung ang taong mahal mo ay bigla ka na lang nakalimutan? At kahit kailan, hindi ka na niya matatandaan pa? Mananatili ka pa ba sa tabi niya kahit iba ang kilala niyang mahal niya?O titigilan mo na at isusuko mo na lang ang pagmamahal mo sa kanya?

Para kay Chrys, okay lang sa kanya na hindi maalala ng kanyang mahal. Handa siyang magsakripisyo at magpakatanga para dito. Araw-araw siyang magpapakilala, araw-araw din siyang sumusulat kay Leo. Pero hanggang kailan?

Hanggang kailan niya kayang masaktan para sa minamahal?

Daniel Padilla is inviting you to read "Fourteen Pages"

Daniel Padilla is inviting you to read “Fourteen Pages”

Published by Lifebooks, “Fourteen Pages” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages outlets nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Book: ‘You Made Me Love Again’ by Colette Winslette

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Pop novel “You Made Me Love Again” by PHR writer Colette Winslette is now available in bookstores nationwide.

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YOU MADE ME LOVE AGAIN
by Colette Winslette

Hannileth is a believer of love and happy-endings. Aba, dapat lang! Isa kaya siyang romance writer. Paano siya makakapagbahagi ng kilig sa mga mambabasa kung bato ang puso niya? At iyon na nga yata ang problema, ilang beses na siyang nasasaktan nang dahil sa lintik na pag-ibig. Lagi na lang pinipili ng mga ito ang nauuna kaysa sa kanya. Iyong totoo, ano ba ang mali sa kanya?

Gusto na niyang magduda sa kapangyarihan ng tunay na pag-ibig. Baka talagang itinakda siyang maging single forever. Na ang role niya ay maging manunulat ng pag-ibig na magbibigay ng aral sa mga mambabasa. Pero mukhang nagkakamali siya dahil isang nagngangalang “Romeo” ang isinugo ng langit upang ituro sa kanya ang tunay na kahulugan ng pag-ibig….

“I’m not a prince nor the sweetest guy on Earth, I’m sorry. I’m sorry dahil ako lang kasi ‘yong right man para sa future mo.”

Published by Lifebooks, “Fourteen Pages” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages outlets nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

‘100 Success Secrets for Women’ by Sue Augustine – Now in Bookstores!

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This motivational book by Sue Augustine will help women overcome their obstacles and achieve their dreams. A perfect gift idea for busy women.

Speaker and author Sue Augustine awakens the innermost passions and aspirations of women with powerful strategies and practical keys that will take anyone from where they are to where they want to go.

After surviving a severe illness, Sue sold products door–to–door with a vision of becoming an international speaker and author. She knows first–hand what it takes to turn a dream into a success story. With insight and encouragement, Sue shares 101 inspirational secrets to help women:

  • embrace their unique God-given abilities
  • overcome doubts, fears, and insecurities
  • develop a long-term vision and see it come to pass
  • packed with ideas, advice, and guidance, this resource will inspire and help anyone, anywhere—from the home front to churches to corporate boardrooms.

Packed with enthusiasm and hands-on suggestions, 101 Success Secrets for Women encourages you to put these principles into practice and achieve more than you thought possible!

Product Details:

Title: 101 Success Secrets for Women
Subtitle: Overcoming Your Obstacles and Achieving Your Dreams
Author: Sue Augustine
Binding: Paperback
No. of pages: 288
Size: 5.5 x 8.5
Language: English
ISBN-10: 971-0453-26-2
ISBN-13: 978-971-0453-26-9
SRP: P195.00

Published by Lifebooks, “101 Success Secrets for Women” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Philippine Christian Bookstore and Fully Booked nationwide.

For more inspiring books, visit www.acts29pub.com and follow Lifebooks on Facebook and Twitter.

#ReadMore


‘Heart Over Matter Book 2′ by Charles Fred Agustin, Now in Bookstores!

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The enchanting love story of Lance and Nicole continues in Charles Fred Agustin’s “Heart Over Matter Book 2,” out now in bookstores nationwide!

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HEART OVER MATTER BOOK 2
By Charles Fred Agustin

Love could find even in the most unexpected place and time…

Hanoon ang nangyari kina Lance at Nicole. Natutuhan nilang mahalin ang isa’t isa sa isang lugar at panahong hindi nila inaasahang mapupuntahan nila…

Kung saan nakahiwalay ang kanilang mga kaluluwa sa kanilang mga katawan.

Pero hindi lamang iyon ang humahadlang sa pag-iibigan nila. Nariyan pa ang multong si Rafael na mukhang ayaw magpatalo at gusto pa ring masungkit ang puso ng dalaga, at ang paghahabol nila sa oras na makahanap ng solusyon upang makabalik sila sa kanilang mga katawan bago pa man tuluyang masira ang kadenang pumipigil upang huwag silang tuluyang mawala sa mundo ng mga buhay.

Hanggang saan hahantong ang masalimuot at mahiwagang pag-iibigan nila?

ISBN 978-971-0453-84-9
SRP 99.95/copy

Published by Lifebooks, “Heart Over Matter Book 2″ is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages Bookshops nationwide.

“Heart Over Matter 2″ and other books from Lifebooks are now on sale at the 35th Manila International Book Fair at SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, until Sept. 21, Sunday.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

‘Heart Over Matter Book 3′ by Charles Fred Agustin, Now Available in Bookstores!

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The enchanting love story of Lance and Nicole concludes in Charles Fred Agustin’s “Heart Over Matter Book 3,” out now in bookstores nationwide!

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HEART OVER MATTER BOOK 3
By Charles Fred Agustin

Sa pagpapatuloy ng journey ng pag-ibig ni Lance at Nicole, samut-saring pakikibaka ang kinaharap nila…

Kinailangan ni Lance na gumawa ng paraan para makahanap siya ng babaeng tunay na magmamahal sa kanya upang ma-activate ang batong ibinigay ni Peter sa kanya at ialay iyon kay Nicole na ang kadenang nagdurugtong dito sa buhay ay unti-unti nang nasisira na maaari nitong tuluyang ikamatay…

Gagawin niya ang lahat para mabuhay ang dalaga, kahit ang katumbas niyon ay kamatayan niya…

Subalit sa paglusob ng mga uwak at dinagit si Nicole, may pag-asa pa bang mailigtas niya ito?

Lance will do anything for the sake of his one and only love…

ISBN 971-0453-85-8
SRP P115.00

Published by Lifebooks, “Heart Over Matter Book 2″ is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages Bookshops nationwide.

“Heart Over Matter 3″ and other books from Lifebooks are now on sale at the 35th Manila International Book Fair at SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, until Sept. 21, Sunday.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Aiko Melendez Talks About Becoming a Better Version of Herself on ‘Working Mom’

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Working Mom magazine celebrates the last quarter of the year with another jam-packed issue. Looking noticeably slimmer on its cover is Aiko Melendez and her beautiful children Andrei and Marthena.

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For so many years, she believed that if producers wanted her, they will get her regardless of her size. “Hindi pala ganon ‘yun. Maraming mas payat, mas maganda, at magiging mas magaling na artista sa iyo. I’ve also learned that it’s part of our job as actors to inspire people to look good.”

Since it’s the Halloween month, the Family section features cute costumes and frightfully fun goodies, plus everything you’ll need to make planning your child’s big day a cinch—invitations and decorations, stylists and entertainers, cakes and desserts. Secrets section features beauty enhancing tricks and age-defying makeup techniques to help moms look effortlessly pretty and flawless, and a wide selection of stylish jackets to help them look sharp and polished. Those looking for working spaces, rakets and online gigs should check out Let’s talk section.

Also by ABS-CBN Publishing, get something for your little lady. Get to know Barbie’s friends in the latest issue of Barbie Magazine!

Barbie with her friends helps girls to see that she is warm and friendly. So get to know Barbie’s friends! They all have their own distinct personalities, weaknesses, dreams and fears – and each of them plays an important part in Barbie’s life.

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Working Mom and Barbie are available in leading book stores nationwide.

Celebrate Reading and Literacy in ‘Star Wars Reads Day Philippines 2014′

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Celebrate reading and literacy, Star Wars-style! Join the “Star Wars Reads Day Philippines 2014” on Saturday, Oct. 11, Glorietta 5 Atrium, for a fun day of arts and crafts, gaming, storytelling, stormtroopers and more!

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Event starts at 1 p.m. and admission is free to the public.

Meet the characters of Star Wars! You can hang out with the clone troopers, stormtroopers, snowtroopers and biker scouts from the Philippine Outpost of the 501st Legion, and the Jedi of the Bagong Pag-Asa of the Rebel Legion. We hear some Sith Lords and bounty hunters are dropping by. And maybe a pair of feisty droids too. Bring your cameras!

Make sure to visit the exhibit at Kapow! Universe on the second floor of Glorietta 5. That one opens on October 7, so the star Wars fun starts even before the big day.

Looking for other things to do? There will be demos of Star Wars tabletop games: Star Wars the Card Game and X-Wing Miniature Game. This will be hosted by True Blending Gamers.

If you’re feeling creative, sign up for arts and crafts, sponsored by Bic. You can make your own Droid, make a rainbow-colored Sith Lord, or design a lightsaber of your own.

Star Wars Reads Day Philippines 2014 is sponsored by Ayala Malls (https://www.facebook.com/AyalaMalls360), co-presented by Filbar’s Online (https://www.facebook.com/filbarsonline), the Philippine Outpost (https://www.facebook.com/pinoy501st) of The 501st Legion (https://www.facebook.com/The501stLegion), and Bic, in cooperation with The Rebel Legion: Bagong Pag-Asa Outpost (https://www.facebook.com/PinoyRebelLegion) and the Pinoy R2 Builders Club.

RSVP on the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/731267266908845/?ref=29&ref_notif_type=plan_user_joined&source=1).

My Kuya’s Assistant – A Wattpad Hit Now Available in Book Form!

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“My Kuya’s Assistant” by Red Weasley, one of the most-read novels on Wattpad, can now be purchased as a book in all branches of National Book Store and Powerbooks!

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Jennica almost got everything a girl could wish for. Beauty, brains talent and fortune. She’s a happy-go-lucky girl, at imposibleng walang lalaking makapansin sa kanya.

Well, except siguro sa right hand ng Kuya Jeric niyang si Thomas. So she was thinking, i-seduce kaya niya ito?

Product Details:

Title: My Kuya’s Assistant
Author: Sharmyn Bacayo
Size: 4.5″ x 7″
No. of Pages: 212
ISBN-13: 978-971-0453-75-7
ISBN-10: 971-0453-75-0
SRP: P145.00/copy

Published by Lifebooks, “My Kuya’s Assistant” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages outlets nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Ann Margaret Releases New Pop Novel ‘The Maid and the Millionaire’

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From the author of “My Two-Faced Mean Boyfriend,” “Love Blooms,” and “She’s Dating a Rockstar,” comes another exciting romance novel that will make you fall in love.

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THE MAID AND THE MILLIONAIRE
by Ann Margaret

Dahil sa pangangailangan ni Belle ng sapat na halaga para ipantulong sa nanay niyang nagkasakit kaya naman mabilis siyang pumayag na maging katulong sa isang malaking bahay sa subdivision na pinagta-trabahuhan din ng bestfriend niyang si Dana. Ang hindi niya inaasahan ay ang magkagusto siya sa guwapo, simpatiko, at mabait niyang amo na si Carmine Oerick Falcon.

Tuwing nakikita niya ito ay hindi niya mapigilan ang sarili na kiligin, lalo na at mukhang ang pagkakataon pa ang laging gumagawa ng paraan para mapalapit siya rito. Dumating ang araw na kinailangan nito ang kanyang tulong. Nais ni Carmine na magpanggap siyang fiancé nito para itaboy ang obsessed na babaeng may balak pa atang pikutin ang binata.

Pumayag si Belle dahil bahagi na rin ito ng kanyang trabaho subalit di niya mapigilang mahulog pa ng todo ang loob sa kanyang amo. Langit at lupa ang pagitan nila ni Carmine pero hindi maiwasan ng ambisyosang katulong na mangarap ng isang fairy tale na alam niyang imposibleng mangyari.

Subalit sa pag-ibig, ang imposible minsan ay nagiging posible. Habang nahuhulog ang loob niya kay Carmine, naiin-love na rin kaya ito sa kanya? Mauuwi kaya sa totohanan ang kanilang pagpapanggap?

Product Details

Title: The Maid and the Millionaire
Author: Ann Margaret
Size: 4.5″ x 7″
No. of Pages: 104
ISBN-13: 978-971-0453-69-6
ISBN-10: 971-0453-69-6
SRP: P99.95

Published by Lifebooks, “Fourteen Pages” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Powerbooks, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages outlets nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Chef Sharwin of ‘Curiosity Got The Chef’ Releases First Cookbook

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The lovable Chef and mainstay of Lifestyle Network whom everybody loves has released his very first book, the CGTC Cookbook on Friday, October 17, 2pm at National Bookstore Glorietta 1.

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See how he shifts from food to word processing and dice words faster than he can chop vegetables.

Curiosity Got The Chef season 4 continues to air an all new line-up of never-before tried recipes and the CGTC Cookbook contains 45 of the most-requested recipes featured in seasons 1 & 2 plus Chef Sharwin’s never-before revealed recipes from the show “Clash of The Toque-en ones” where he won prizes plus his own show.

Have the chance to meet and greet Chef Sharwin and have your copies of CGTC Cookbook signed. Watch CGTC on Lifestyle Network Skycable Channel 52 on Wednesdays at 9:30 pm, Thursdays at 8pm, Saturdays at 6pm and Sundays at 10:30 am and Mondays at 2 pm. For more information, log on to https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleNetwork.


James Reid and Nadine Lustre, Miguel Tanfelix and Bianca Umali – Chalk November 2014 Covers

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Chalk celebrates the month of November by giving you a back-to-back cover with today’s hottest and most sought-after love teams! James Reid and Nadine Lustre takes over one side of the double-cover and transports us on a romantic modern Roman Holiday escapade!

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They are no doubt the hottest items of their generation as proven by the success of their rom-com movies Diary ng Panget and Talk Back and You’re Dead and the impressive number of followers they both have – and still gaining more by the minute!

JaDine takes us back to the road they took before the fame and the important lessons they learned throughout their journey to stardom in our An Affair to Remember cover story. But that’s just one side of our big November issue because taking over the other side are rising stars – Miguel Tanfelix and Bianca Umali! Clad in their cool Grease-inspired outfits, Miguel and Bianca are definitely ready to take over their rightful spots in the industry.

Miguel and Bianca

And this issue won’t be complete without hefty servings of holiday gift ideas for our loved ones in our Santa Baby fashion feature. Who says you need to break the bank to look dazzling this holiday season? We give you the hottest grabs from the best retail brands that surely fit your budget in our Ready, Get Set, Shop! fashion editorial.

Finish off your perfect look with the best makeup steals all under P600 in our beauty editorial Beauty on a Budget! Finally, after months of constant campaigning, we give you the winners of this year’s Chalk Bright Young Manila Campus Hotties. And we give you the best tips on how you can turn your interest and hobbies into a pot of gold, learn from young entrepreneurs how you can build an empire of your own in our Make ₱ from Your Passions! story. All that and more in this big double-cover November issue – out on newsstands and magazine stores now!

‘Right Next To Me’ by Janet Bernardo is Now Available in Bookstores

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“The next time I kiss you, sweetheart,
I’ll make sure it’s my name you will whisper and no other…”

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RIGHT NEXT TO ME
by Janet Bernardo

Gusto ni Jhoy na maging bitter. May karapatan siyang maging bitter dahil natuklasan niyang siya pala ang third party sa isang relationship. Siya pala ang kontrabida.

All along she thought she was the perfect heroine and Piccard Bayer was the perfect hero.
Ngunit kung kailan naman siya nagpapaka-bitter ay saka naman dumating sa buhay niya si Blair. Hindi niya ito hinanap. Hindi niya hiniling na may katulad nito na dumating sa buhay niya. Dalang-dala na siya sa mga lalaki. Ayaw pa niyang mag-move on. Naniniwala siyang hindi naman lahat ng brokenhearted ay gustong mag-move on agad agad.

Ngunit bakit tila pursigido itong burahin si Pick sa puso niya? Bakit sa halip na layuan niya ito ay tila may sariling isip ang mga paa niya na lumapit pa rito?

Ayaw niyang mahulog rito. Ayaw niyang mamiligro na naman ang puso niya. Sinabi nito na hindi ito naniniwala sa pag-ibig. He warned her not to fall for him because he has no plan to catch anyone.

Kaya ba niyang baguhin ang isip nito?

Product Details:

Title: Right Next To Me
Author: Janet Bernardo
ISBN 978-971-9648-16-1
SRP P99.00/copy

Published by Lifebooks, “Right Next To Me” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore, Pandayan Bookshops and Precious Pages Bookshops nationwide.

For more pop novels and inspiring books, follow Lifebooks on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Book: ‘7 Laws of True Prosperity’ by Cecil Kemp

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Discover the secrets to genuine success from Cecil Kemp’s book “7 Laws of True Prosperity” which is now available in bookstores nationwide!

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Countering the world’s definitions of wealth and success, this engaging parable reveals there’s so much more to life than accumulating money and possessions. Christian businessman Cecil Kemp unveils 7 simple principles for attaining genuine happiness through the easy-to-follow life of Sam, a village wood gatherer. Sam dreams of moving beyond the daily tediousness of barely getting by. Stepping out in faith, he leaves the familiar surroundings of “the way it’s always been done” and realizes unexpected pleasure in doing his best for God. But Sam’s journey isn’t always smooth. Encountering setbacks, he soon understands that wisdom doesn’t always come from expected sources.

From exploring the “law of motive” (work motivated by love brings satisfaction) to highlighting the “law of preparation” (being wise managers of the resources God provides leads to abundance in many areas), 7 Laws of True Prosperity shows people how following God’s principles leads to more joy, more satisfaction, and more opportunities to make a difference.

Published by Lifebooks, “Believe You Can” is now available in all branches of National Bookstore (under self-help section), Powerbooks, Philippine Christian Bookstore and Fully Booked nationwide.

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Enchong Dee and Samantha Lewis are on the Cover of Sense and Style

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Enchong Dee and girlfriend Samantha Lewis grace the cover of Sense and Style’s Holiday issue.

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‘Love Blooms’ by Ann Margaret – First Chapter

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Flower arranger Arista meets the arrogant but handsome manager Yasuaki. They came from two different worlds but destiny brought them together. Will they find love like a bee to a flower? Read the first chapter of Ann Margaret’s romance novel titled “Love Blooms.”

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CHAPTER ONE

NAWALA ang konsentrasyon ni Arista sa unang ginagawa niya na flower arrangement sa umagang iyon nang marinig niya ang door chime ng flowershop na tumunog. Nang mag-angat siya ng paningin ay si Mark ang nakita niyang papasok sa glass door, ang nag-iisang male assistant sa shop, at may bitbit itong dalawang latte na nakalagay sa paper cup.

“’Morning Mark,” nakangiting bati niya rito.

“Lovely to see you, Aris,” balik bati nito habang inilapag nito sa malapit sa kanya ang isang paper cup. “Dinalhan na kita ng iyong morning dose of caffeine. Maaga na rin akong dumating dahil alam kong kailangan mong matapos agad iyang mga arrangement na ginagawa mo, para ako na lang ang bahala sa ibang customers na darating.”

“Salamat.” Kinuha niya ang cup ng kape at sinimulang inumin iyon. “Ang sabi ko pa naman kay Jen kahapon ay matatapos ko ito bago mag-lunch break, pero sa tingin ko ay imposible iyon.” Si Jen Florencio ay ang best friend niya na nagmamay-ari ng isa sa branch ng Florencio Flowers. Nang alukin siya nitong magtrabaho sa flower shop nito ay hindi na siya nagdalawang isip pa. Bukod sa may talento siya sa pag-aarrange ng bulaklak ay iyon ang hilig niyang gawin. Huwag nang idagdag na habang nag-eenjoy siya sa ginagawa ay kumikita pa siya.

The shop was located near a business district at nag-iisa ang flower shop nila na malapit sa mga office buildings at mga restaurants. Kaya naman hindi mahirap na magkaroon sila ng mga regular customers.

“Don’t worry, alam kong walang makakatalo sa ‘yo pagdating sa pagtapos ng mga arrangement na ginagawa mo sa takdang oras!” Nag-thumbs up pa si Mark sa kanya.

Arista laughed while she continued to work on her arrangements. Si Mark naman ay nagpunta sa back room upang kunin ang sariling apron at iniwan ang dala nitong gamit. “Gusto ko lang na marami akong matapos ngayong umaga, para naman mamayang hapon pagdating ni Kat ay hindi siya gaanong matatambakan,” aniya nang makabalik si Mark mula sa back room.

Naputol lang ang pagku-kuwentuhan nila nang dumating ang kauna-unahan nilang customer sa umagang iyon. Isang secretary sa isang office building malapit sa kanila. Once a week ay umu-order ito ng mga arranged flowers para ipang-dekorasyon sa opisinang pinagtatrabahuhan nito.
Hinayaan ni Arista na si Mark na ang mag-asikaso sa kanilang customer habang siya naman ay nag-concentrate na nang husto sa kanyang ginagawa.

A SCOWL formed on Yasuaki’s face when he remembered what was the date today. It was his birthday. Habang nakasakay siya sa elevator patungo sa kanyang opisina ay inihanda na niya ang kanyang sarili. Nasisiguro niya na hindi malilimutan ni Sumire ang kanyang kaarawan. Kahit na nga ba iyon ang kahuli-hulihan niyang gustong maalala. At ikinababahala niya ang posibleng pinaplano nitong gawin.

Binawian ng buhay ang kanilang ina pagkatapos siyang maisilang nito. Kaya naman ayaw niyang isini-celebrate ang kanyang kaarawan. Hindi man siya sinisisi ng kanyang mga kapatid sa nangyari sa kanilang ina ay hindi pa rin niya maiwasang hindi sisihin ang kanyang sarili. Mula kasi nang bawian ng buhay ang kanilang ina ay tila naging pabaya na sa sarili ang kanilang ama, higit nitong ikinalungkot ang pagpanaw ng asawa nito. Madalas ay kinaliligtaan nito ang kumain at puro alak ang inaatupag, kaya naman madalas itong magkasakit. Nasa unang taon siya sa high school nang tuluyang bawian ng buhay ang kanilang ama. Kaya bawat taon ng kanyang kaarawan, imbes na mag-selebra ay nagluluksa siya.

Si Sumire ang pumalit sa kanilang ama sa pagiging presidente ng kumpanya, na sa panahong iyon ay nagtatrabaho na rin dito sa kanilang kumpanya. Nang makatapos siya sa kolehiyo ay ibinigay sa kanya ang managerial position pagkatapos siyang i-train ni Ryoji sa mga dapat niyang gawin.

Pagkalabas niya ng elevator ay binati na agad siya ng kanyang sekretarya, sinuklian niya lang iyon ng isang tango at dumiretso na siya sa kanyang opisina. Bago siya makarating sa kanyang opisina ay madaraanan muna niya ang opisina ni Sumire, at nagpapasalamat siya at nakasarado ang pinto niyon.
Hindi pa man siya nakakaupo sa kanyang swivel chair ay napansin na agad niya ang nagbi-blink na pulang ilaw sa telepono. He clicked the phone’s button to listen to the pending message. Sumire’s voice popped up on the speaker as she sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to him at the top of her lungs.

Hindi pa man natatapos ang kanta ay mabilis na niyang binura iyon. He held his face in his hands as he sat on his chair and leaned on the desk. He was trying to control his rising irritation. He could only hope that Sumire wouldn’t even think of getting him a cake while they’re in the office. Tama na sa kanyang palipasin ng tahimik at pribado ang kanyang kaarawan kasama ang kanyang dalawang nakatatandang kapatid, pero ibang usapan na kung ipangangalandakan pa nito iyon sa lahat ng kanilang empleyado sa opisina.

Nagsisimula pa lang siyang magbasa ng mga dokumento nang biglang bumukas ang pinto ng opisina niya. Sumire entered the office. May suot itong malaking joker’s hat, at pasipul-sipol pa ito sa tono ng ‘Happy Birthday’ habang palakad-lakad sa loob ng opisina niya.

Yasuaki groaned and closed his eyes. Ipinapanalangin niya na sana’y matapos na ang araw na iyon.

“KAMUSTA naman ‘yung mga ginagawa mo, Aris? Kailangan mo ba ng tulong?” tanong ni Jen bago sumubo sa kinakain nitong vegetable salad. Eksakto ang pagdating nito kanina bago mag-lunch time, dahil may bitbit na rin itong pagkain.

“Malapit na akong matapos,” sagot ni Arista. “Mga apat na lang na pieces ang kailangan kong gawin.”

“Very good. Magaling at mabilis ka talaga pagdating sa pag-aarange ng mga bulaklak.”

“Ano nga pala iyong tungkol do’n sa nabanggit mo kahapon na magkakaroon tayo ulit ng maraming order?” singit ni Mark sa usapan nila.

“We’re going to do some flower arrangement for a business conference. I think it’s a software company.” Jen shrugged. “Well, kailangan nating dekorasyunan ang hall ng Montero Hotel.”

“Montero Hotel?” halos manlaki ang mata ni Mark. “Ugh! Nanaman!”

Arista made a face. “Naaalala ko pa ang disaster na nangyari sa atin noon sa kasal na inayusan natin sa hotel na ‘yon.”

Mabilis namang sumang-ayon si Mark. “Oo nga, halos kapusin tayo sa oras. Kulang kasi tayo sa tao. Tapos napakalaki pa ng di-ni-dekorasyunan natin.”

“Huwag kayong mag-alala,” may kumpiyansang sabi ni Jen. “Ang sabi ni Mommy ay papatulungin niya sa atin ang ibang florist na nasa sarili niyang shop.”

Tila nakahinga ng maluwag si Arista sa narinig. “Hay, salamat naman kung gano’n.”

“Mga big shots sa business kasi ang mga dadalo sa conference na magaganap, kaya pati si Mommy ay atubili. Ito na raw ang opurtunidad na makilala sa buong alta sosyedad ang Florencio flowers.”

Sabay-sabay silang napalingon sa glass door nang tumunog ang door chime na nakasabit doon.
“Magandang hapon sa inyong lahat!” Katherine greeted with so much enthusiasm. “Kamusta ang benta?”

“Hep hep!” awat ni Jen sa sunud-sunod na tanong ni Kat. “Remember na halos mag-collapse ka na last week, kaya magrelax-relax ka muna. Bakit hindi ka mag day-off ng dalawang araw simula bukas?”

Namilog ang mata ni Kat na punung-puno ng excitement. “Talaga? Off ko sa Thursday at Friday?”

“Yup. Consider it a long weekend. We’ll just see you next week. Mag-enjoy ka dahil pagbalik mo ay siguradong masyadong busy na naman tayo.”

“Thank you, Jen!”

“Mukhang alam ko na ang rason kung bakit tuwang-tuwa si Kat na mag-day off.” May panunukso sa tinig ni Arista. “Aksidente ‘atang nakita ko siya sa coffee shop ‘di kalayuan dito, at may ka-date siyang isang cutie.” Napatotohanan ang sinabi ni Arista nang mamula ang mukha ni Kat.

“Well, spill it girl!” excited na sabi ni Jen. Halos siksikin nito si Kat sa kinauupuan nito.
Natawa naman si Arista sa ginawi ni Jen. Mukhang mas excited at kinikilig pa ito kaysa kay Kat.

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