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Author Cecilia Brainard Talk University of Santo Tomas CCWLS

December 18, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4Y0aSYxs3Q Filipino FilAm Author Cecilia Manguerra Brainard gives a talk for the University of Santo Tomas Center for Creative Writing and Literary Studies. This is part of their UST International Writers and Scholars Series. This same video can be viewed in the Facebook site of UST Center for Creative Writing and Literary Studies: … [Read more...] about Author Cecilia Brainard Talk University of Santo Tomas CCWLS

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: books literature Cebu Philippines

Certificate of Recognition from LEAP, Inc. 2011

November 9, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

Thanks to the Literature Educators Association of the Philippines. Inc. for this Certificate. The leaders did everything gracefully and efficiently, and really it was my privilege to share what I know to Literature teachers. I wish them the best in their important work of teaching young people, not just how to write or read fine literature, but to think critically.  Read … [Read more...] about Certificate of Recognition from LEAP, Inc. 2011

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Three Zoom Recordings in One Afternoon!

November 5, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

I did three, I repeat three, Zoom recordings today for future releases, one for a book fair, another for an International Authors Series, and the last is a Christmas reading. I will let you know when the recordings are released. I'll be focusing on homey things in preparation for the Holidays. Baking fruitcake and cookies are in ,y mind, and some gift shopping too. Before we know it, it'll … [Read more...] about Three Zoom Recordings in One Afternoon!

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Conversation with Author Cecilia Brainard, YouTube LA Public Library

October 27, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

https://youtu.be/Hw46hvf9MF8 Many thanks to Ana Campos, Acting Principal Librarian at the Los Angeles Public Library for hosting a virtual program, A CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR CECILIA  BRAINARD: SELECTED SHORT STORIES.  Writer, Actor, and Buddhist pastor Noel Alumit was  the interviewer/facilitator. You can watch the program on Los Angeles Public Library's YouTube site. Don't forget to like … [Read more...] about Conversation with Author Cecilia Brainard, YouTube LA Public Library

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Effects of the Pandemic on New Books: A Mild Lament by Author Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

October 25, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

My Selected Short Stories was released by the University of Santo Tomas Publishing House and by PALH in July-August, and the book has had a low-key existence since, thanks to the pandemic. The book collects 39 of my best short stories, many of which are used by educators in their classrooms. Classics such as "Woman With Horns", "Flip Gothic", "Romeo:, and more are part of this collection. All the … [Read more...] about Effects of the Pandemic on New Books: A Mild Lament by Author Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

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Book Review THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW by Angeles De Leon

September 23, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

  BOOK REVIEW of The Newspaper Widow a Novel by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard PALH 2021 & University of Santo Tomas Publishing House 2017 By ANGELES DE LEON Starting out as a riveting murder mystery, it took me along as it branched, twisted & turned along the way, it deepened into the story of a friendship between 2 women, of differing personalities from different cultures … [Read more...] about Book Review THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW by Angeles De Leon

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Remembering Jaime Picornell by Cecilia Brainard

September 1, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

Cecilia Brainard Remembers Jaime Picornell who passed away last August 16, 2021 Published in Positively Filipino https://www.positivelyfilipino.com/magazine/the-jolly-spaniard-of-cebu The Jolly Spaniard of Cebu Cecilia Manguerra Brainard   Cebu in the 1950s and 1960s had small-town ways. The city was not as sprawling or as heavily populated as it is now. Families knew one another. … [Read more...] about Remembering Jaime Picornell by Cecilia Brainard

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Herminia Menez Coben Reviews 2 Short Story Collections by Cecilia Brainard

August 5, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

  From Halo-Halo Reviews, Herminia Menez Coben reviews 2 short story collections by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard. The books have been recently reissued in the United States. *** WOMAN WITH HORNS AND OTHER STORIES by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard (U.S. Edition PALH 2020, New Day 1987) https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953716032 and ACAPULCO AT SUNSET AND OTHER STORIES by Cecilia … [Read more...] about Herminia Menez Coben Reviews 2 Short Story Collections by Cecilia Brainard

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A Different Kind of Mystery/Detective Novel — Cecilia Brainard’s The Newspaper Widow

August 2, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

A DIFFERENT KIND OF MYSTERY/DETECTIVE NOVEL - THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard PALH (Philippine American Literary House) is proud to announce the forthcoming release of the US edition of the novel, THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW, by Filipina American author, Cecilia Manguerra Brainard. Cecilia Manguerra Brainard's novel, THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW, is a literary mystery set in the … [Read more...] about A Different Kind of Mystery/Detective Novel — Cecilia Brainard’s The Newspaper Widow

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Reimagining Cebu by Cecilia Brainard on YouTube

April 27, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

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

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Cecilia Brainard Talk on Reimagining Cebu, April 23, 2021, CTU Event #500YOC

April 19, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

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

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Ron Zack About Cecilia Branard’s Novel MAGDALENA

April 14, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

Thanks to Ron Zack who wrote this Amazon Review about Cecilia Brainard's novel, MAGDALENA. There is a new US Edition of this novel that includes illustrations by the author: https://www.amazon.com/Magdalena-US-Cecilia.../dp/1953716113 CREATIVE, ENTERTANING, AND POWERFUL Review by Ron Zack I read “Magdalena” while visiting the Philippines and wanted to combine my vacation with … [Read more...] about Ron Zack About Cecilia Branard’s Novel MAGDALENA

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Novelist Cecilia Brainard on Cebu, Philippine History, and the Filipino Woman — video

March 14, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

Novelist Cecilia Brainard talks about #Cebu #Philippine History & the #FilipinoWoman and how these affected her writings. Less than 4 minutes on YouTube. (This is an excerpt from the Panel Discussion of #Filipino and #FilAm #WomenWriters sponsored by the Philippine Embassy of the US). #Philippinebooks #philippinewriters #philippineliterature https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3psnOi3g-0U … [Read more...] about Novelist Cecilia Brainard on Cebu, Philippine History, and the Filipino Woman — video

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Author Reading: Cecilia Branard Reads from Her SELECTED SHORT STORIES & Q&A

March 12, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

 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

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Links to Panel Discussion with Filipino & FilAm Women Writers

March 9, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

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

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#CopingwithCovid Cecilia Brainard Interviews #CebuLitFest Producer Hendri Go

February 26, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

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

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Brainard’s Novel, MAGDALENA, Reissued with Illustrations

February 13, 2021 by admin Leave a Comment

PALH (Philippine American Literary House) announces the release of Cecilia Manguerra Brainard, novel MAGDALENA, with illustrations by the author. The book is available from Amazon for $14.95: <https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953716113>. Previously published by Plain View Press (2003) and available in the Philippines (University of Santo Tomas Publishing House 2016), this 2021 US edition by … [Read more...] about Brainard’s Novel, MAGDALENA, Reissued with Illustrations

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Paulino Lim Jr.‘s Review of THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW, novel by Cecilia Brainard

December 29, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

Book Review of THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW, novel by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard University of San Tomas Publishing House, 2017, softcover, 238 pages, ISBN 9780715068116 "The Fictional Technique of Cecilia Brainard's The Newspaper Widow" By Paulino Lim, Jr. The author states that her original intention was to write a mystery about a priest found dead in a creek, but the character portrayal overshadowed … [Read more...] about Paulino Lim Jr.‘s Review of THE NEWSPAPER WIDOW, novel by Cecilia Brainard

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Covers of When the Rainbow Goddess Wept by Cecilia Brainard

December 12, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

This cover study of When the Rainbow Goddess Wept, first novel of Cecilia Manguerra Brainard was not used. Here's the cover that Dutton/Penguin used. Both were designed by the famous Philippine artist, Pacita Abad. And here are the covers used in the editions by the University of Michigan Press and the University of Santo Tomas Publishing House respectively.   tags: … [Read more...] about Covers of When the Rainbow Goddess Wept by Cecilia Brainard

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Pearl Harbor Day — Cecilia Brainard’s World War Two novel

December 7, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

  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

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Welcome!

I am a daugh­ter of the Philip­pines and an adopt­ed daugh­ter of Amer­i­ca. I have also trav­eled to many places so I am also a daugh­ter of the Earth. My expe­ri­ences have found their way into my sto­ries, which try to depict char­ac­ters caught in impor­tant moments in their lives, sit­u­a­tions that force them to act, make deci­sions, change. I try to see the world from my own point of view, not the dom­i­nant West­ern one, thus my inter­est in his­to­ry, cul­ture, and set­ting. But my char­ac­ters car­ry my sto­ries; they are the most impor­tant in my sto­ry-telling. I have to dive deep into them to under­stand their human­i­ty – their good­ness as well as their bad­ness, their beau­ty as well as their ugli­ness. Just like us. Just like each of us. I need to know where they came from, where they are now, so I under­stand where they are going. Just like us.

Please read my full biog­ra­phy here

 

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