Support local and dive into these 3 books by Filipino authors, each from a different homegrown publisher. From kilig romance to magical merboys, there’s something here for every reader.
If you're on the hunt for your next good read and want to support local talent, you're in the right place. Filipino authors have long been crafting powerful, heartfelt, and imaginative stories, and our local publishers have been instrumental in bringing these gems to light.
Here are five books from five proudly Filipino publishing houses that deserve a spot on your reading list.
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1. You Could Be the One by Ana Tejano
Publisher: RomanceClass Publishing
Genre: Contemporary Romance
If you're into slow-burn, emotionally satisfying romances, this book is the one. Set in the Philippines, it follows the story of a woman trying to move forward—only to have her past come knocking. Quite literally.
Why read it?
Ana Tejano knows how to write real love. The kind that takes time, hurts a little, and heals a lot. This is peak hugot territory, backed by the kilig we all secretly (or not-so-secretly) crave. RomanceClass consistently champions Filipino talent and relatable stories, and this one is a fan favorite for a reason.
Other Book: Unveiling the Power of Womanhoo
2. Si Amapola sa 65 na Kabanata by Ricky Lee
Publisher: Anvil Publishing
Genre: Satirical Fiction / LGBTQ+ / Political Commentary
Si Amapola sa 65 na Kabanata follows the life of Amapola, a gay impersonator who becomes an unlikely hero in a story that blends political satire, mysticism, and Philippine pop culture. Only Ricky Lee can weave a plot this wild and make it hit that hard.
Why read it?
Because it’s unlike anything else. Bold, hilarious, and deeply rooted in Filipino identity, it challenges the norm while celebrating the richness of queer and Filipino narratives. This is modern literature with teeth—and heart.
Other Book: Moymoy Lulumboy
3. Marvin the Merboy
Publisher: Inteligente Publishing
Genre: Children’s Literature / Fantasy
Meet Marvin—a curious merboy with big dreams and even bigger questions. In a world that says “stay in your lane,” Marvin wonders if maybe… there’s more. This children’s book is both whimsical and grounding, with beautiful illustrations to match.
Why read it?
It’s inclusive, magical, and so full of heart. Inteligente Publishing has been pushing for more diverse, representative stories, and Marvin the Merboy is proof that we’re heading in the right direction. A perfect bedtime story that sparks bigger conversations.
There’s something so special about seeing ourselves, our stories, and our culture in the books we read. These titles—each from a different local publisher—remind us that Filipino voices are vibrant, diverse, and very much worth celebrating.
So the next time you’re building your TBR pile, make sure at least one of these local reads makes the cut.
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