Thanks to the artist Felix Mago Miguel for the book covers he has created for my books: SELECTED SHORT STORIES by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard (forthcoming by the University of Santo Tomas Publishing House and PALH); THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW (US Edition scheduled for release Sept. 2021; CONTEMPORARY FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA (original, rare 1993 Edition; there is a 2020 PALH US … [Read more...] about Cecilia Brainard Book Covers by Artist Felix Mago Miguel
My Chair Caning Project
I've discovered chair caning and here's my first project. I had intended to do the classic six-sided pattern but ended up with something like the double lace Victoria. The holes became tight and impossible to make the final finishing border. I'm ok with these "mistakes." The chair is extremely sturdy and looks nice, and it also looks handmade without the border. I have a mate to this chair … [Read more...] about My Chair Caning Project
Happy Mother’s Day! ~ #Carnivalqueen pictures
Happy Mother's Day! Here are pictures of my mother Concepcion Cuenco Mangueraa when she was Carnival Queen of Cebu. ~ Cecilia Manguerra Brainard Tags: #Mothersday #Cebu #Carnivalqueens … [Read more...] about Happy Mother’s Day! ~ #Carnivalqueen pictures
Reimagining Cebu by Cecilia Brainard on YouTube
Here’s the complete keynote address by Filipino American writer Cecilia Brainard about REIMAGINING CEBU. This was at the Cebu Technological University's Literary Congress, April 23, 2021. (It's over an hour long, so watch it when you have time.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wha67crdVH8 Her talk addresses the following questions: 1. What's your idea of the Filipino … [Read more...] about Reimagining Cebu by Cecilia Brainard on YouTube
Cecilia Brainard Talk on Reimagining Cebu, April 23, 2021, CTU Event #500YOC
From: Christian Ray Licen, Ph.D. University Director, Sentro ng Wika at Kultura, College Secretary, College of Arts & Sciences, Cebu Technological University In celebration of the National Month of Literature, the Department of Languages and Literature and the College of Arts & Sciences of CTU Main proudly bring you the Pagpaambit 2021 on April 23, 2021 at 8:00 am (Philippine standard … [Read more...] about Cecilia Brainard Talk on Reimagining Cebu, April 23, 2021, CTU Event #500YOC
Coming soon: Reimagining Cebu, CTU Event #500YOC
I prepared this picture of covers of books that I've written or edited. It's for the forthcoming Cebu Technological University Event on April 23, 2021 (Philippine time; April 22 California time). I'm the keynote speaker in the event called "Reimagining Cebu. It'll be via Zoom and CTU pages. It's part of the Quincentennial Commemoration of 500 Years of Writing about the Filipino World. #500YOC I'll … [Read more...] about Coming soon: Reimagining Cebu, CTU Event #500YOC
Bookshop Sale: Philippine & Filipino American Fiction, Young Adult books
PALHBOOKS.com is happy to feature Philippine and Filipino American books for sale. For every book sold, PALH raises a bit of money that helps it with its publishing efforts. Thank you for your support. Books include classics such as Jose Rizal's El Filibusterismo and Noli Me Tangere; Carlos Bulosan's America is in the Heart, and many more. Please click on the link … [Read more...] about Bookshop Sale: Philippine & Filipino American Fiction, Young Adult books
Author Reading: Cecilia Branard Reads from Her SELECTED SHORT STORIES & Q&A
YouTube link to Cecilia Brainard Reading from her SELECTED SHORT STORIES & Q&A https://youtu.be/KrMi9qsgTVk Filipino American novelist Cecilia Manguerra Brainard reads a short short from her SELECTED SHORT STORIES (University of Santo Tomas Publishing House 2021), a collection of 39 stories. She also discusses writing about the Philippines from California. Cecilia is the author of … [Read more...] about Author Reading: Cecilia Branard Reads from Her SELECTED SHORT STORIES & Q&A
Philippine Embassy U.S. Press Release Panel Discussion of Filipino & Fil-Am Women Writers
Here's the YouTube link of the March 8, 2021 Panel Discussion of Filipino & Fil-Am Women Writers, hosted by the Philippine Embassy of the US. Moderator is Aileen Cassinetto; panelists are: Cecilia Brainard, Miggs Bravo Dutt, Luisa A. Igloria and Gayle Romasanta. Deputy Chief of Mission Renato Villa gave the Opening Remarks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eQNIenrhXc PRESS RELEASE … [Read more...] about Philippine Embassy U.S. Press Release Panel Discussion of Filipino & Fil-Am Women Writers
Links to Panel Discussion with Filipino & FilAm Women Writers
Here are links to the Panel Discussion with Filipino and FilAm Women Writers, hosted by the Philippine Embassyheld on 8 March 2021, International Women's Day, 5-6PM EST via Zoom and Facebook Live. The moderator is Aileen Cassinetto, and the panelists are: Cecilia Brainard, Migs Bravo Dutt, Luisa Igloria, and Gayle Romansanta. Here's the YouTube link of the Panel Discussion of Filipino & … [Read more...] about Links to Panel Discussion with Filipino & FilAm Women Writers
Philippine Embassy Invitation PANEL DISCUSSION WITH FILIPINO & FILAM WOMEN WRITERS
We'll be discussing some interesting topics next week March 8 at the "PANEL DISCUSSION WITH FILIPINO AMERICAN WOMEN WRITERS" sponsored by the Philippine Embassy of the United States, including: How does a young writer find his/her voice? What it's been like being a write in diaspora? How do you stay creative each day? And more topics that will include literary agents, publishers, … [Read more...] about Philippine Embassy Invitation PANEL DISCUSSION WITH FILIPINO & FILAM WOMEN WRITERS
#CopingwithCovid Cecilia Brainard Interviews #CebuLitFest Producer Hendri Go
Writer Cecilia Brainard Interviews Hendri Go about how he has been coping with the Covid Pandemic in Cebu, Philippines. Hendri Go is the producer/CEO of #CebuLitFest & #littleboyproductions . He talks about the pandemic rates in Cebu, how he has had to adjust his lifestyle and work goals. #CebuLitFest #Cebuliteraryfestival #littleboyprods #littleboyproductions … [Read more...] about #CopingwithCovid Cecilia Brainard Interviews #CebuLitFest Producer Hendri Go
Panel Discussion with Filipino American Women Writers, March 8, 2021, Philippine Embassy Event
Invitation: The Philippine Embassy of the United States is hosting "A Panel Discussion with Filipino-American Women Writers" that will be held on 8 March 2021, International Women's Day, 5-6PM EST via Zoom and Facebook Live. The moderator is Aileen Cassinetto, and the panelists are: Cecilia Brainard, Migs Bravo Dutt, Luisa Igloria, and Gayle Romansanta. To receive the zoom link, please … [Read more...] about Panel Discussion with Filipino American Women Writers, March 8, 2021, Philippine Embassy Event
Panel Discussion of Filipino/FilAm Women Writers hosted by the Philippine Embassy
Save the date: March 8, 2pm PST / 5pm EST The Philippine Embassy in Washington DC, USA is hosting its first ever panel discussion with Filipino/Filipino American women writers in honor of International Women’s Day. Moderator is Aileen Cassinetto; panelists: Cecilia Brainard, Migs Bravo Dutt, Luisa A. Igloria, Gayle Romasanta. Register at … [Read more...] about Panel Discussion of Filipino/FilAm Women Writers hosted by the Philippine Embassy
US Edition of CONTEMPORARY FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA
PALH (Philippine American Literary House) announces the release of the US edition of the collection of short stories, CONTEMPORARY FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA, edited by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard. The book is available from Amazon for $17.95 https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953716091 This book is part of PALH’s efforts to reissue in the United States important literary books published in the … [Read more...] about US Edition of CONTEMPORARY FICTION BY FILIPINOS IN AMERICA
Pastel Art by Cecilia — San Miguel Allende
I'm keeping focused on creative things while waiting for the Inauguration. Both are pastels of a plant in my yard and sunset in San Miguel Allende. tags: #pastelart #pasteldrawing #sanmiguelallende #presidentialinauguration2021 #inauguration … [Read more...] about Pastel Art by Cecilia — San Miguel Allende
Merry Christmas and a Brighter New Year to All
I'm wishing everyone a merry Christmas and a brighter New Year! Be safe, and don't gather with others this holiday season, so we can gather next year. Here are some Christmas pictures: And here is Christmas caroling for you. tags: #christmas #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas and a Brighter New Year to All
Be Safe this Christmas
Please don't gather this Christmas and New Year. Next year, we can do that. Stay home, keep safe. The vaccine is at hand now. Just be patients. Happy holidays, From, Cecilia Brainard tags: #Christmas #holidays #covid19 #keepsafe … [Read more...] about Be Safe this Christmas
Cecilia Brainard’s FUNDAMENTALS OF CREATIVE WRITING Free for Educational Purposes
Reminder to teachers, students, others: For educational purposes, Cecilia Brainard decided to make her book, Fundamentals of Creative Writing available for free in Wattpad. https://www.wattpad.com/943227652-fundamentals-of-creative-writing-by-cecilia “Cecilia Manguerra Brainard’s Fundamentals of Creative Writing is a marvelous textbook that combines useful technical advice on craft … [Read more...] about Cecilia Brainard’s FUNDAMENTALS OF CREATIVE WRITING Free for Educational Purposes
Pearl Harbor Day — Cecilia Brainard’s World War Two novel
Today is Pearl Harbor Day. Ten hours after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the Japanese attacked Manila. I'm posting in my Travel blog the first chapter of my novel, When the Rainbow Goddess Wept, which is about the coming of age of a young girl in the Philippines during World War … [Read more...] about Pearl Harbor Day — Cecilia Brainard’s World War Two novel