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New Book Releases for 2019: 6 Books to Read from Local Writers
Add these titles from local writers to your must-read list!
By: Denisse Shawntel Tan | August 05, 2019
Add these new books to your bookshelf!
August is a great month for Filipino bookworms. Not only is it celebrated as “Buwan ng Wika” (National Language Month) but it’s also the month when Book Lovers Day is held.
Lately, the publishing industry seems to thrive, what with new book releases this 2019 being launched left and right. So to celebrate both the National Language Month and Book Lovers Day, check out these new book releases this 2019 written by Filipino authors. See what’s in store for you below.
1. Read My Lips by Rissa Mananquil
Where to buy: National Bookstore branches and National Bookstore online
Price: PhP450
Rissa Mananquil is not only a businesswoman but also a mother of three, a beauty columnist, a wife, and a model.
Image: National Bookstore Website
Success stories are fascinating to read about, especially if the author is someone relatable who shares her passion to the readers. This is what you can expect from Rissa Mananquil’s first book, Read My Lips. Rissa Mananquil is the woman behind one of the most popular makeup and skin care brands in the Philippines: Happy Skin.
In her book, Mananquil shares her personal experiences, from establishing Happy Skin in 2013 to managing it in the present. Besides business-related stories, the book gives a peek of Mananquil's struggles in balancing her time as a full-pledged girlboss of a very globally competitive brand. So if you’re an aspiring beauty mogul or someone who loves Happy Skin, “Read My Lips” is a read that will fuel your passion.
2. Dimps Tips: 52 Essential Life Skills Every Mom Needs To Know by Dimples Romana
Where to buy: National Bookstore branches, National Bookstore online, ABS-CBN store outlets, ABS-CBN store online and Shopee
Price: PhP225
Dimples Romana shares how she manages to balance her demanding acting career and being a loving wife and mom in her new book.
Image: National Bookstore Website
Whether you’re a new mom or have been one for years, you know that every day can bring new challenges. Luckily, there are many books that give tips to make motherhood easier, and one of these is Dimps Tips from actress Dimples Romana.
Dimples Romana might play feisty villains on TV series, but behind the camera the actress is a caring mother of two. In her book, she lists priceless lessons she has learned over the years. These range from essential recipes, tips on time and financial management, useful motherhood skills, and even how to have ‘me’ time—an interesting read indeed!
3. The Happy Entrepreneur by Ardy Roberto
Where to buy: National Bookstore branches, National Bookstore online, Lazada, Amazon, and Shopee
Price: PhP250
The Happy Entrepreneur is Ardy Roberto’s ninth book
Image: National Bookstore Website
Motivational speaker and award-winning entrepreneur Ardy Roberto is known for his bestselling self-help books, but his latest release, The Happy Entrepreneur, is his first work of fiction. The book focuses on Eddie, a twenty-something struggling entrepreneur mentored by a businessman named Tim. The two go on a journey where they gain valuable lessons about success from real-life entrepreneurs they meet.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur or someone who’s starting a business, The Happy Entrepreneur is full of encouragement and wisdom that will inspire you to move.
4. Say Yass To Happiness: Living Life With Love, Light, and Laughter by Yassi Pressman
Where to buy: National Bookstore branches and National Bookstore online
Price: PhP295
Yassi Pressman teased the release of her new book last November 2018.
Image: National Bookstore Website
Actress Yassi Pressman adds ‘author’ to her list of achievements with the release of her first book, Say Yass to Happiness, Living Life With Love, Light, and Laughter. The self-help book is filled with tips that the actress has gathered in her search for happiness. Fans of Yassi would also appreciate how the book is written from Yassi’s point of view (POV), which makes the tips all the more personal.
The book tackles topics like friendships, travels, family, challenges, and lessons. Aside from the personal POV, the book is also interactive. Step-by-step formula and charts are included to help the readers in fulfilling their goals.
5. The Mavericks: How 35 Marketing Rockstars Think, Strategize, and Execute by Josiah Go
Where to buy: National Bookstore branches, National Bookstore online, and Lazada
Price: PhP488
Want to expand your knowledge on marketing? Learn from the best through Josiah Go’s latest book.
Image: National Bookstore Website
Josiah Go is one of the most respected marketing gurus in the Philippines. The award winning businessman’s latest book, The Mavericks: How 35 Marketing Rockstars Think, Strategize and Execute, is an addition to his already impressive list of achievements. Inside the book are interviews from 35 award-winning marketers; each interview tackles topics like formulating a big idea, insighting, and finding advantage among competitions.
Not only does the book serve as a marketing bible for newbies and entrepreneurs, but it’s also for a cause: proceeds would go to Josiah and Carolina Go Foundation which provides scholarships to the less fortunate.
6. Stay A Little Longer by Dawn Lanuza
Where to buy: Fully Booked branches, Fully Booked online, and Amazon
Price: PhP720
Filled with memorable quotes and dreamy scenarios, Stay A Little Longer is a book that hopeless romantics would enjoy.
Image: Andrew McMeel Publishing
Dawn Lanuza is known for her heartfelt poems and feel-good romance novels. In her latest release, Lanuza is back with a story that will tug at your heartstrings. Stay A Little Longer is a classic tale: boy meets girl and they fall in love. What makes Lanuza’s book a must-read is her penchant for storytelling that makes readers fall in love with love.
From the memorable meet-cute to the struggles in a long distance relationship, Stay A Little Longer tells the story of a couple building a new relationship while letting letting go of their baggage. Each page will take you to a roller coaster ride of emotions as Elan and Caty form their relationship from strangers to lovers.
Support local! These new books are not only informative and entertaining on their own, but they are also written by talented Filipino writers.
About Denisse Shawntel Tan
Denisse Tan is currently a work in progress: she’s an aspiring writer, artist, and fashion designer! She’s trying to figure out how to manage her time in achieving all of her goals while also taking in life as humanly possible. Aside from art, she’s a big fan of the color pink, disco music, Bratz dolls, and Genshin Impact. By age 35, she plans to travel to New York City 🗽.
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