Book News: The Children of Bathala Volume 2 of 5 Launch

Nicole is back to continue the story in this 2nd volume of The Children of Bathala. The sequel series to Arnold Arre's award-winning graphic novel, The Mythology Class, will nearly be in your hands this November 2021.

No further updates regarding when the book will be open once again for orders after the pre-order link closed last November 6, 2021.

(Image from Instagram account of Arnold Arre)

"Idra's plan to hide Nicole and her friends from the Dark Anitos has failed. Now the evil Budniaan has arrived in this world with his army of undead warriors and twisted engkantos to hunt the former Mythology Class down.

With Rey and Misha on the other side of the globe and the group at odds over what course of action to take, they all realize they need to reunite and escape Budniaan's threat. A plan is formed to visit a location of past glories and race against time to uncover the secret of an ancient artifact that may lead them to safety in the spirit realm - the Skyworld.

Will this group of adventurers who are past their prime be able to escape to fight another day before they are found by a sinister enemy more powerful than any they have faced before?"

Book Update: Whatever Something Shadow Trese Book 8 Cover Preview

One cannot have too much Trese goodies this year. After posting the Trese vision board of stories and books last January 6, 2021, Budjette Tan finally laid out the title and cover of the 8th Trese book that had a working draft name of Whatever Something Shadow.

(Image from Instagram account of Budjette Tan)

Trese 8 is officially titled as Shadow Agents. An interesting image that consists of Madam and the Askaleros were shown here. Following the way the title of the previous Trese books were made, Trese 9 is bound to have a shadow on its name as well.

No release date as of writing was announced regarding this 8th Trese book that will be published by Avenida Books.

More information about the Avenida Edition of Trese books can be seen at:

Facebook Page: "Avenida Books"

Trese Books 2021 Update:

Book News: Trese's Book Releases for 2020 and 2021

Book News: Budjette Tan Reveals Upcoming Trese Books

Book News: Janus Silang Book 5 Launch

Edgar posts a photo on his social media, as he finishes proofreading the last book of the Janus Silang series.

The first book, Janus Silang at Ang Tiyanak ng Tabon, was first published in the year 2014.

Created by Edgar Calabia Samar, Janus Silang first saw the light of Santinakpan in 2014 under the roof of Adarna House. After 4 novels and 2 comic book adaptations, the final book of this series is waiting to tell the conclusion to the curse that first started at the Tabon cave.

The final book is expected to be released this November 2021.

The secrets of the Santinakpan will be revealed to us soon.

Anime News: Anime Adaptation of Trese on Netflix

After their humble origin as an ashcan comic, Trese has reached another milestone as the Netflix anime adaptation now presents a release date. Mark your calendars as Netflix drops Trese on its streaming platform on June 11, 2021.

The anime is based on the multi-award-winning Filipino graphic novel of the same name created by Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo.

The first official announcement of this adaptation was made last 2018 at Netflix's "See What's Next Asia" event at the Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. It is produced by Jakarta and Singapore-based BASE Entertainment with Jay Olivia as the executive producer and director.

The series will have 6 episodes which will be released all at once. Part of the soundtrack of the series will be performed by UDD for the song Paagi.

As of writing, the trailer on the platform is dubbed in four languages namely: Filipino, English, Japanese and Spanish. On the other hand, the subtitles offered are: English, Filipino, Japanese, Spanish and Traditional Chinese.

The English language will be headed by the voice of Shay Mitchell as Alexandra Trese. Other voice artists are Griffin Puatu, Matt Yang King, Jon Jon Briones, Steve Blum, Carlos Alazraqui, Manny Jacinto, Eric Bauza, Darren Criss, Nicole Scherzinger, Lou Diamond Phillips, Dante Basco and Rodney To.

The Filipino language is amazingly headed by Liza Soberano as Alexandra Tresa. Other voice artists are Simon dela Cruz, Apollo Abraham, Christopher Carlo Caling, Eugene Adalia, Cheska Aguiluz, Christian Velarde, Bryan Encarnacion, Nica Rojo, Jo Anne Orobia-Chua, Jose Amado Santiago, Steve dela Cruz, Rene Tandoc, Steffi Graf Bontogon-Mola, RJ Celdran, Elyrey Martin and Steven Bontogon.

So mark that date on your gadgets as we are ushered back into the world of Trese, in its new anime form. Loosely wandering the streets of Metro Manila, our Philippine mythology creatures are constantly kept in check by Alexandra Trese who continues to fight for balance and peace. This will premier one day before our independence day.

"In Manila, where dark supernatural forces pervade the criminal underworld, it's up to Alexandra Trese to keep the peace - but there's a storm brewing."

Book News: Budjette Tan Reveals Upcoming Trese Books

Looks like fans of the comic book Trese are going to have a blast this year 2021, as we all wait for the release of its Netflix adaptation.

Tan teases us multiple times in his social media accounts regarding Trese books not yet released to the public.

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In Tan's recent post in his Instagram account, all future Trese books that will be released by both Avenida, a local publisher, and Ablase, an international publisher.

Avenida is seen to have new edition of Trese Book 1: Murder In Balete Drive, Trese Bloodlines Volume 1 and Trese Postcard Book 1. Unreleased yet to the public are Trese Bloodlines Volume 2, Trese Postcard Book 2, new editions of Trese Books 2-7, and Trese Book 8, titled "Whatever Something Shadow".

Ablaze is seen here with the released international edition of Trese Book 1. Unreleased books yet are international editions of Trese Book 2: Unreported Murders and Trese Book 3: Mass Murder.

2021 is indeed a year for Trese books as they reach to a more global audience.

Book News: Trese's Book Releases for 2020 and 2021

 

Budjette Tan made a huge announcement for Trese fans as he revealed upcoming books that we should watch out for.

The first one is a new series titled BLOODLINES. It is an anthology set in the Trese universe which would probably tackle Trese's other family relatives. The first volume would include stories by David Hontiveros, John Amor, Brian Balondo, Mark Gatela, Marvin del Mundo, Brandie Tan, and Jb Tapia. It will also include a new story from Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. This is set to be launched this December 2020.

The second volume of BLOODLINES will be a treat for the fans since it will include stories solicited from readers. Selected stories will be drawn by Kajo Baldisimo. This is set to be released in 2021.

Another treat that will be coming out in 2021 is the Avenida Edition of Trese Books 1, 2 and 3. It is said to contain new artworks and additional pages that will further expand the stories of each arc.

The Trese volume definitely keeps on expanding to our wonder and amazement.

More information about the Avenida Edition of Trese books can be seen at:

Facebook Page: "Avenida Books"

Trese Books 2021 Update:

Book News: Budjette Tan Reveals Upcoming Trese Books

Book News: Re-releasing School Run

A comic title will resurface once more, as the story of a group of school children fight for their lives in a zombie virus infected world. School Run was initially created by Macoy and lasted for 7 issues, School Run Part 7 titled as Casualties of War! was the last issue. The last issue was a total cliffhanger since no follow-up issues was released afterwards.

This surprise collaboration between Macoy and Ardie Aquino, creator of Random! Comics and Ang Roomate Kong Aswang!, makes it clear that they want to finish this story and want a new generation of comic-readers be exposed to this wonderful story crafted years ago.

No further details if this will follow the stories of Robert, Maki, Pipoy and the rest of the gang as they survive the zombie typhoon headed towards their school bus, or if it will be a fresh story that will just use the same concept.

This was set to be released at Summer Komikon 2020, but has been postponed at a later date.

Movie Update: Matteo Guidicelli The New Pedro Penduko

The new movie adaptation of Pedro Penduko moves forward as it now presents a new Pedro Penduko. Matteo Guidicelli is set to play the titular role. This comes as good news after James Reid's withdrawal for playing Pedro Penduko occurred due to his medical condition.

Pedro Penduko, first created by Francisco V. Coching, a National Artist for Visual Arts, first appeared in Liwayway Magazine in 1954. Since then, it has been adopted numerous times into the big screen and television shows. Viva Films is set to make another movie adaptation of this story using the modern and re-imagined version written by Regene Estolatan under Epik Studios. James Reid was initially announced to play the famous komiks character but he later on withdrew from playing the said role due to a medical condition. The role of Pedro Penduko eventually was given to Matteo Guidicelli.

Book Update: A Sparrow's Roar Up For Pre-Orders

A Sparrow's Roar is almost here! Filbar's is now accepting reservations for this comic.

Just go to www.filbars.com.ph/comics and pre-order your copy now.

Let's continue to support our local works so that our stories will continue to be seen by a wider audience around the world.

A Sparrow's Roar by C.R. Chua and Paolo Chikiamco was first published by Studio Salimbal in 2015. It got picked up by BOOM! Studios under its BOOM! Studios' BOOM! Box imprint which will be made available on October 16, 2019. It will also be available online on various digital platforms such as ComiXology, iBooks, Google Play and BOOM! Studios app.

Synopsis of A Sparrow's Roar published by BOOM! Studios

"Per and her older sister Elena are both knights in the land of Esterpike. But while Per is a mere knight-in-training, Elena is a war hero and the revered commander of the most famous soldiers in all the land, the legendary Lions of Esterpike. When disaster strikes, Per must do the unthinkable and pretend to be her sister in order to travel to the capital and rally the troops against an incoming invasion that only she knows about. It'll take all her strength, cunning, and a bit of help from her sister's second-in-command, Amelia, to pull it off but with the fate of the people in her hands, Per has no choice but to step into Elena's boots in order to save the kingdom."

Movie News: James Reid No Longer the Next Pedro Penduko

Aside from Darna, it looks like we won't be seeing the new Pedro Penduko movie adaptation soon because of James Reid's withdrawal for playing Pedro Penduko. According to a statement released by Viva Films, the actor cannot play the role due to his present medical conditions.

"James has spinal injuries and the film Pedro Penduko involves intensive training and major stunts. His regular therapy and treatment prohibits him to train hard or perform for the rigid requirements."

Pedro Penduko, first created by Francisco V. Coching a National Artist for Visual Arts, first appeared in Liwayway Magazine in 1954. Since then, it has been adopted numerous times into the big screen and television shows. Viva Films is set to make another movie adaptation of this story using the modern and re-imagined version written by Regene Estolatan under Epik Studios. James Reid was announced to play the famous komiks character last August 2017 during History Con 2017 at the World Trade Center, Pasay City.

Viva Films' Pedro Penduko Movie Update:
Matteo Guidicelli The New Pedro Penduko

Book News: Sparrows' Roar Goes BOOM!

Another local comic got picked up by a foreign publisher. This time its Sparrows' Roar's turn. Created by C.R. Chua and Paolo Chikiamco in 2015, it was first published by Studio Salimbal. Its once grayscaled pages will soon be seen in color as BOOM! Studios gives it a new look for 2019.

From the 10 paged preview that was released by BOOM! Studios, most of the pages have been retained. There were just some minor alterations by adding or changing some lines to further improve the story telling.

A Sparrow's Roar, a BOOM! Studios' BOOM! Box imprint will be available on October 16, 2019. It will also be available online on various digital platforms such as ComiXology, iBooks, Google Play and BOOM! Studios app.

Let's continue to support our local works so that our stories will continue to be seen by a wider audience around the world.

A Sparrow's Roar Update:
Filbar's Online Pre-Order

Synopsis of A Sparrow's Roar published by BOOM! Studios

"Per and her older sister Elena are both knights in the land of Esterpike. But while Per is a mere knight-in-training, Elena is a war hero and the revered commander of the most famous soldiers in all the land, the legendary Lions of Esterpike. When disaster strikes, Per must do the unthinkable and pretend to be her sister in order to travel to the capital and rally the troops against an incoming invasion that only she knows about. It'll take all her strength, cunning, and a bit of help from her sister's second-in-command, Amelia, to pull it off but with the fate of the people in her hands, Per has no choice but to step into Elena's boots in order to save the kingdom."

Movie News: Film Adaptation of Arnold Arre's Mythology Class Is Now In Development

The film adaptation of Arnold Arre's Mythology Class is now in development. This is one among the big announcements made during TBA Studios' Launch Party at EDSA Shangrila Hotel last July 26, 2017.

It was said during the event that the graphic novel would be adopted into a live-action film. The film will be directed and written by Jerrold Tarog and the screenplay will be co-written by Jade Castro. No official release date has been mentioned yet.

As a teaser to this upcoming movie adaptation, Arre has created an animation of the Mythology Class with the song "Milenyo" by Peryodiko playing in the background.

A nice trivia was mentioned wherein it was said that The Mythology Class was the source of inspiration by the band, Peryodiko, in creating the song "Milenyo".

The Mythology Class Official Animated Video / music: "Milenyo" by Peryodiko

Book News: New Limbo Comics Sung During Indieket 2016

Indieket 2016 had a lot of new experiences to share. One of those was this creative way of advertising a new comics that will soon join the market of Komikon.

Stories Of Limbo is the new comic that is uniquely advertised by a guy with a guitar (I think). He randomly approaches a comiccon goer, giving them fliers and enumerating the plot of this new comic. The guys behind this comic sure had a supportive and brave friend for doing all that marketing for this future comic.

Stories Of Limbo is a fantasy adventure indie comic that tells the lives of a colorful cast of characters in a mysterious world. This was created by Jason Villamiel and JC San Mateo.

We will just have to wait and see how the Stories Of Limbo get the attention of the crowd once it arrives in Komikon.

Book News: A Filipino Fantasy Story From Nautilus Comics

The announcement came from Arnold Arre's Facebook (FB) post last week, August 29, about a new comic book that will be released soon by Nautilus Comics.

Busilak, a Filipino fantasy graphic novel, is the new comic book to watch out from Nautilus Comics.

On Arre's FB post, he uploaded 10 preview pages wherein the scene of Dr. Luis Kabukiran Ibarra recounting his previous visit to the seventh moon was shown.

No additional information about the release date of the book was mentioned.

Preview Pages of Busilak by Arnold Arre

Book Update: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany and Jack Thorne Launch Date

The wizarding world is back! The eighth story to the Harry Potter series takes place 19 years later.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child - Parts One & Two (Special Rehearsal Edition Script): The Official Script Book of the Original West End Production by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany, and Jack Thorne will be launched a day after the world premier of the play in London's West End on July 30, 2016.

National Book Store even gave a 10% discount for every pre-orders of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from July 15 - 30, 2016. The book may be claimed starting July 31, 2016 at the Customer Service Counter of the branch where the pre-order was made.

Online purchase are also available at http:bit.ly/2a4opl1

The wizarding world of Harry Potter is back with this eighth story of the series.

"It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn't much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband and father of three school-age children.

While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places."

Book Update: P*cha, E 'Di Komiks by Toto Madayag and Buster #1 by Peejay Catacutan Launch Date

After making the presence of these two books be known at the previous comic conventions, they will be making their way to a book launch at Comic Odyssey.

P*cha, E 'Di Komiks by Toto Madayag and Buster #1 by Peejay Catacutan will be available to the public on July 9, 2016 at Comic Odyssey, Fully Booked, Bonifacio Global City. The creators will be there from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. to sign copies of their respective new books.

Alongside with these book signing event, a 1-Day Signing Event Sale will also be held.

• 10% OFF on Action Figures / Statues
• 10% OFF on Variants, Vintage, and Premium Comics
• 50% OFF on Complete Comic Sets
• Php. 100 for ALL Back Issues in Bins

A raffle draw will also be held wherein one could win some cool prices such as original artworks from P*cha, E 'Di Komiks and Buster T-shirts. One raffle ticket will be given for every book purchased on that day. An additional raffle ticket will be given away for every Php. 500 purchase made. Winners must be present to win at the raffle draw that will be held at approximately 4:00 p.m.

Don't miss out on these two new comic books that are set for a book launch and book signing event.

Book News: Free Comic Book Day Philippines 2016 Exclusive Freebies

Aside from the Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) sponsored comics that would be given away, there are also some FCBD giveaways that will occur locally. They, too, would be given out for free.

Some of them are:

• Dreamtime
• Story by: Carlo Pedrosa
• Illustrated by:  Lan Medina
• Published by: Anino Comics
• Available at: Comic Odyssey The Fort branch

• Araw ng Libreng Komiks ~ Number 2
• Published by: Komikon Inc. and Comic Odyssey
• Available at: Comic Odyssey The Fort branch

Be sure to come early to be able to get these goodies.

Book News: Arnold Arre's After Eden Appears on Summer Komikon 2016

Another of Arnold Arre's old works will resurface once more to be made available to this generation of komik lovers.

After Eden is back for a reprint / reboot or as Arre describes it as a 2016 edition. He mentioned on his Facebook account that the changes in this edition would only be minimal which will consist mainly of some dialogues, plot points and key scenes.

After Eden is among Arre's works that fans have long been clamoring for a reprint. After its appearance at the Summer Komikon, it would be Andong Agimat's turn to gather anticipation for a reprint.

No cover is available yet, but some scenes were posted online as we wait out for the relaunch on April 16 (Saturday) at the Summer Komikon 2016. This 2016 edition will be published by Nautilus Comics.

Book News: Mervin Malonzo Reveals Upcoming Books

The creator of the 34th National Book Award for Graphic Literature in Filipino, Tabi Po ~ Volume 1, has posted on his Facebook account the titles of the books he has lined up for us.

The titles of the books are; Tabi Po ~ Isyu 3, Ang Supersibo 2, and Makina. The first 2 are the next volume of a series published by Visprint, Inc. and Anino Comics respectively. Meanwhile, the third book remains a mystery as to what could it be about and the publisher who will distribute it to us once this book is finished.

He also mentioned of a project that he has been working with Karl De Mesa (author of News of the Shaman, Report From the Abyss and Radiant Void Reportage). No further details if it is a comic book that they are working on or if Malonzo is going to do the book cover of Karl De Mesa's upcoming book.

Mervin Malonzo's works are definitely worth it. His wonderful paintings reduced down into a book is definitely unique among the current local comics that we see. A beautiful portrait placed on a book for all of us to enjoy everywhere.

Book Update: The Best of Chico, Delamar & Gino's The Morning Rush, Top 10 Book 3 Launch Date

Out in the book stores for more than 4 months since it was released last October 28, 2015, the official book launch is now set to the delight of all the Rushers.

The Best of Chico, Delamar & Gino's The Morning Rush, Top 10 Book 3, is the latest compilation wherein readers will be treated to 10 signs a relationship's honeymoon phase is over, 10 break up lines that cruelly drive home the point, 10 best pieces of advice for the brokenhearted, and more outrageous round ups that are sure to bring on the LOLs. All Top 10 lists showcase the cheeky humor and undeniable wit of The Morning Rush's listeners - the "Rushers" - who come up with the entries for each list.

The book launch will be held at the National Book Store, Glorieta 1 on February 27 (Saturday) by 1:00-6:00 p.m. Registration starts at 12:30 p.m.

Calling all Rushers to grab your book and make your way to this event. Not only will you get to meet the trio. You'll also get to meet the well known rushers like @Butterbaby, @JRhyan, @MidnytKreeze, @Xiongpagong, @CoCoHernandez, @HanazawaRui, @OscarDelaHopia, @Yontefian, @Mashed plutonium, @Babababambin, @tonioMARKopio and @liloboi to name some of them. Who knows, a baby whale spotting might also take place.