My friends and I attended the Philippine Book Festival last April 28, 2024, Sunday. It was the last day and the only day that we are available. Our travel time going there was less than an hour. Thanks to the efficient Grab driver, and the highway which made our trip convenient. (Or maybe because it … Continue reading Philippine Book Festival 2024
With the success of "Paghilom," I'm now back to the literary scene with my latest work, "Pagsibol." Before talking about my new book, I want to express my gratitude to my friends and readers who have supported Paghilom. It all began in 2021, and within a year, "Paghilom" found its way onto the shelves of … Continue reading Pagsibol Book by Kim Derla
In 2019, I visited Iloilo-Guimaras and later went to Iloilo-Bacolod the same year. Looking back on these trips five years later, I noticed a change in how I approach travel. Before, I used to pack my days with activities, always rushing from one place to another. If you've followed my adventures since 2019, you'd see … Continue reading Unwinding in Iloilo and Bacolod.
If you like the book The Little Prince, you will also like its Filipino puppet play version, Prinsipe Bahaghari. It is shown in Power Mac Center Spotlight Blackbox Theater, Circuit Makati, on January 19- 21 and 26-28, 2024. We watched the show last January 27, 3:38PM. Image c/o Teatro Mulat ng Pilipinas (Mulat Theater) Facebook … Continue reading Prinsipe Bahaghari 2024 Rerun
As someone who works from home, there are times that I desire to work in a different place. Since the pandemic, there are already lots of coffee shop that popped in Taytay. For me, a good coffee shop must have quality and consistent coffee, perfect ambiance, and great customer service experience. Most importantly work-friendly. Here … Continue reading Best Coffee Shops in Taytay, Rizal 2023
My first international trip was in Taiwan. Since then, I was so excited to go out of the country whenever I can. I have been wanting to visit Singapore ever since someone asked me if I have been there because everyone has a story in Singapore. I wasn't offended when that person asked me but … Continue reading Singapore Adventures: 5 Days and 4 Nights Itinerary
Manila International Book Fair has been one of the most important events for me as a bookworm. We always look forward for September because of this event. It is a celebration of books, and everyone's love for reading. There is always something to look forward during MIBF season. Last year, we did not have much … Continue reading Manila International Book Fair 2023
(This is just a short and quick post about my Meet and Greet last July. For documentation purposes.) This is a super late post about my book signing for the Grand Pinoy Lit Fan Con last July 1, 2023, in NBS College, Quezon City. It is my first book signing for Paghilom which is now … Continue reading Meet and Greet Kim Derla, Author of Paghilom Book
I have been in a reading slump for the previous months. What kept me busy was the Korean drama series that I have been watching. But after purchasing books during Manila International Book Fair 2023, I decided to pick up a book and dedicated time to reading it. The first book that I have decided … Continue reading Some Days You Can’t Save Them All Book Review
After going to different beaches in the Philippines, I must say that Boracay has the best beach. It was in August 2023 when we went there. Boracay has a timeless beauty that couldn't be compared to other beaches. Philippine beaches are all beautiful, but again, Boracay is so unique for me. Sobrang gandaaaa! Pagkahawak ko … Continue reading Timeless Beauty of Boracay
