Edited by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard
PALH 2023
ISBN 9781953716170, sc — BOOKSHOP ORDER
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Description of the book
GROWING UP FILIPINO 3: NEW STORIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS collects 25 short stories by Filipino authors in the US and the Philippines about what it means to be young and Filipino. The stories explore the universal themes of coming-of-age, love, angst, family, relationships, and other young adult issues. The stories reveal Filipino and Filipino American culture, mores, history, society, politics, and other nuances. For instance, Filipino respect for their elders, extended families, religious practices, funereal rites, love for folklore are apparent in the stories.
GROWING UP FILIPINO 3: NEW STORIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS follows two earlier critically acclaimed books — GROWING UP FILIPINO: STORIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS (2003) and GROWING UP FILIPINO II: MORE STORIES FOR YOUNG ADULTS(2010), books that have been used by educators and enjoyed by adults and young adults alike.
Contributors: Gina Apostol, Kannika Pena, Jack Wigley, Veronica Montes, Nikki Alfar, Yvette Fernandez, Danton Remoto, Cecilia Brainard, George Deoso, Patricia Go, Migs Bravo Dutt, Ian Casocot, James Fajarito, Sarge Lacuesta. Dom Sy, Eileen Tabios, Marianne Villanueva, Marilyn Alquizola, Brian Roley, Patrick Joseph Caoile, Zak Linmark, Linda Ty-Casper, Renee Macalino Rutledge, Noelle de Jesus, Oscar Peñaranda.
BIO of Editor: Cecilia Manguerra Brainard is the author and editor of over 20 books, including the novels: WHEN THE RAINBOW GODDESS WEPT, MAGDALENA, and THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW. She has edited books such as GROWING UP FILIPINO 1 & 2; FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA; CONTEMPORARY FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA, among many others.
PRAISE
“At the heart of Growing Up Filipino 3 are layered, dynamic, questioning, inspiring characters, young and Filipino, who have stayed true to their roots.” ~Aileen Cassinetto, Author & Academy of American Poets Laureate Fellow.
“In this scintillating collection of stories, children’s often-surprising viewpoints are juxtaposed memorably against the stark realities of adult life … Once again Cecilia Manguerra Brainard has assembled a bravura collection of stories in Growing Up Filipino 3.” ~Vince Gotera, Author & former Editor, North American Review.
“Growing up Filipino 3 presents the richness of the diverse experiences of Filipinos all over the globe. The authors of these stories show how Filipinos effectively navigate the complexities of their culture and society in order to live meaningful lives. “~Edmundo Edward F. Litton, Professor of Education.
“Growing Up Filipino 3 is another masterful assemblage of short fiction collected and edited by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard … In sum, Growing Up Filipino 3 is excellent. It should be in the collection of every public and college/university library and is a must-have acquisition for individuals who deeply value Philippine literature.” ~ Dr. Lynn M. Grow, Professor, Literary Critic Specializing in Philippine Literature in English
“The collection is an interesting one, with many gems of good writing that scintillate. I look forward to some of the stories being taught in literature classes in SHS and college.” ~Dr. Jenny Ortuoste, Writer, Board Member ot PEN Philippines, Member Manila Critics Circle, Judge of the National Book Awards
Positively Filipino — Complete Book Review of GUF3 by Dr. Grow here
Manila Standard Writeup about GUF3 by Dr. Jenny Ortuoste
Sunstar, Feb. 19, 2023 — Cebuano Studies Center Holds Talk on New Book of Cecilia Brainard
BOOK LAUNCHES/EVENTS — Check back for details and confirm before you attend
January 28, 2023 — Book Launch, Fully Booked BGC, 6 p.m. Readings by: Nikki Alfar, Cecilia Brainard, George Deoso, Yvette Fernandez, Patti Go, Sarge Lacuesta, Kannika Pena, Dom Sy, Jack Wigley, Danton Remoto. confirmed
January 30, 2023 — Lecture, Readings, in-person and Zoom, with Cecilia Brainard, Patricia Manuel Go, Yvette Fernandez, at Miriam/Maryknoll College, SMT Bldg, Quezon City, Philippines — 10 a.m. confirmed
February 6, 2023 — Lecture, Ccbu Technological University, Cebu City, 2 p.m. Main Campus, MJ Cuenco Ave and R. Palma St, 6th floor of Centennial Building, confirmed
February 7, 2023 — 9–10:30 am, Lecture and Book Launch, Buchcik Hall University of San Carlos, South Campus Cebu City, confirmed,
February 23, 2023 — 11–12:30pm (Manila Time; this is 7 p.m. California time) — Lecture, Readings via Zoom; BNSCWC & USTph- Talk by Cecilia Brainard; Readings by Marilyn Alquizola, Migs Dutt, Yvette Fernandez, Patricia Go, & Jack Wigley — confirmed
March 18, 2023 — Sat. 1:30 p.m. (PDT) — hybrid in-person /Zoom — Book Launch hosted by Carlos Bulosan Book Club (CBBC), Echo Park Library, 1410 W. Temple St., LA 90026 — With Marilyn Alquizola, Ryo Alfar, Cecilia Brainard. confirmed. RSVP Here: http://bit.ly/3IgC0Ui
or email palhbooks@gmail.com; Event will be livestreamed on CBBC FB page (https://www.facebook.com/carlosbulosanbookclub)
March 29, 2023 — Wed. 4:30–5:30 pm (PDT) — hybrid in-person/online — Talk/Readings with Teen Council: TeenScape, Floor 2, Los Angeles Central Library, Central Library, 630 W. 5th St. LA, CA 90071 — With Brian Ascalon Roley, Marilyn Alquizola, Ryo Alfar, Cecilia Brainard, confirmed
April 20, 2023 — Thurs, 8–11:30 p.m. — Cecilia is featured at the ParisLitUp Reading at the Culture Rapide, 103 rue Julien Lacrois, Paris , Ile-de-France 75020. Metro Belleville — confirmed
October 16, 2023 — Monday, 10 a.m. Manila time , in person and via Zoom, Miriam/Maryknoll College, Quezon City, Philippines, with Cecilia Brainard, Patricia Manuel Go, George Deoso.