by Chi Yu Rodriguez : Features a bisexual protagonist navigating a makeover show, a past one-night stand, and an ex-boyfriend. America is Not the Heart
(2015): A sole-author collection by Jhoanna Lynn B. Cruz focusing on "women in transit"—Filipino lesbians searching for identity and finding love in the process. pinay lesbian sex stories
, recognized as the first sole-author collection of lesbian-themed stories in the Philippines. Ligaw-Tingin by Chi Yu Rodriguez : Features a bisexual
In three of the stories, queer women suffer for their love—one is sent to a rehab center (conversion therapy), another marries a man out of duty. While realistic for the Philippine setting, the collection leans too heavily on the “bury your gays” trope. A bit more joyful, unapologetic happiness would have balanced the darkness. , recognized as the first sole-author collection of
Their lips met under the starry Filipino night, a moment that marked the beginning of their journey together. They knew it wouldn't be easy; they would face challenges, from societal expectations to family reactions. But in that moment, they knew they were not alone.
Their first encounter was accidental, with Ana spilling coffee all over Jasmine's sketchbook. Apologies turned into conversations, and before long, they discovered a shared love for Filipino music and poetry.