A reflective review of Aswanglaut by Allan Derain , exploring its rich mythology, dense Tagalog prose, and the troubling portrayal
Stories live everywhere. They’re not waiting for literary contests. They’re not waiting for you to sound impressive. They’re already happening.
I’ve been thinking a lot about how the same sunset feels different depending on where you stand. This piece, Two
Every writer asks: how do I start? This talk with the PUP DEFLL Writers’ Circle explores creative nonfiction, finding your
Years ago, I started blogging with the vague idea that it would sharpen my writing. Make me more disciplined. Maybe
A fragmented visit to the National Center for Mental Health. Forms, corridors, and forgotten names. This poem is a record
A raw, unfiltered review of Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner — a grief memoir steeped in Korean food,
Explore the limitations of AI-generated creative writing through Sam Altman’s @sama “The Artifice of Grief,” examining how AI mimics emotional
Explore how AI transforms the traditional roles of writer and reader, reshaping creativity and storytelling. Inspired by Madeline L’Engle, this
My first Philippine Book Festival as an author was a resounding success, with my book completely selling out and exciting
My name is April Pagaling, and I’m a writer, poet, and creative AI writing expert. For the last 20 years, I’ve made a living as a writer across different fields—journalism, copywriting, social media, ghostwriting, and creative writing. My work spans poetry, historical fiction, essays, and literary criticism, often exploring themes of memory, identity, and cultural inheritance.
This blog is my online journal—a space where everything comes together. From writing and creative insights to food, mom life, and everyday reflections, it’s a record of the stories I live and the ones I create.
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