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Herminia Meñez Coben Reviews The Newspaper Widow by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

August 26, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

Book Review by Herminia Meñez Coben, Ph.D. Professor Emerita from California State University of Sonoma Title: The Newspaper Widow Author: Cecilia Manguerrra Brainard Publisher: University of Santo Tomas Publishing House, 2017, Beato Angelico Bldg., Espana, Manila, Philippines; Available from Amazon in hard copy and in Kindle format Number of pages: 234 pages Softcover, $18.95 in the … [Read more...] about Herminia Meñez Coben Reviews The Newspaper Widow by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cebu, crime, Filipino, literary mystery, literature, mystery, Philippine literature, Philippines, Ubec

Cecilia Brainard’s Popular Books

August 24, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

Cecilia Manguerra Brainard is the author and editor of over twenty books. Cecilia grew up in the port city of Cebu in Central Philippines, a place that retains its Spanish-Colonial influences, inspiring Cecilia to create her mythical setting called “Ubec” which echoes the Santo Niño Church, triangular Spanish fort, and old buildings and streets of the real Cebu. Her three novels — When the … [Read more...] about Cecilia Brainard’s Popular Books

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cebu, Filipino, literature, Philippine literature

Larger portrait of Remedios Lopez Cuenco by Cecilia Brainard

August 11, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

I made a larger portrait of my great-grandmother Remedios Lopez Cuenco as reference.  I had made a smaller study a few days ago.  https://ceciliabrainard.com/portrait-of-remedios-lopez-cuenco-by-cecilia-brainard/ Here is an excerpt from my grand-uncle's biography that touches on the life and background of Remedios, who inspired me to write my third novel, The Newspaper … [Read more...] about Larger portrait of Remedios Lopez Cuenco by Cecilia Brainard

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cebu, Cuenco Famiy, Fiipina, Filipino, Filipino Women portraits, Phiippines

Filipinos #CopingWithCovid — New Zealand: Jay Montilla & Monika Tawngdee

June 9, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

Jay Montilla On June 7, 2020, New Zealand declared it had eliminated Coronavirus. Its last new case was in May and New Zealand hospitals have no Covid-19 cases (as of June 9, 2020).  Lead by Prime Minister Jacinda Arden, the country implemented strict quarantine, travel restrictions and widespread testing. Here are the interviews of two Filipinos (my nephew and niece, in fact) who live in New … [Read more...] about Filipinos #CopingWithCovid — New Zealand: Jay Montilla & Monika Tawngdee

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Coronavirus, covid19, Filipino, Filipino New Zealand, New Zealand, pandemic, Philippines

Filipinos #CopingWithCovid Teresa Concepcion, Canada

May 31, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

The following interview is part of my series, FILIPINO COPING WITH COVID. Teresa Concepcion from Toronto, Ontario, Canada is featured. She was educated at Maryknoll College, Philippines, AB BA 1968, and University of the Philippines, MBA 1972. She's has over 30 years in investment management and corporate finance in the Philippines and in Canada. Teresa has been a small business entrepreneur … [Read more...] about Filipinos #CopingWithCovid Teresa Concepcion, Canada

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Coronavirus, covid19, Filipino, Interview, pandemic, Philippines

ParisLitUp Literary Reading in 2018

April 24, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

It's hard to imagine that in April 2018 I did a literary reading at #ParisLitUp .  As their featured reader, I shared excerpts from my novels. I'm remembering Matt Jones and the young people who run ParisLitUp.  I hope they are all fine. Matt Jones listening to my reading. Cecilia with Matt Jones and others before the ParisLitUp reading. Mike Head and Cecilia Brainard. … [Read more...] about ParisLitUp Literary Reading in 2018

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: author, Filipino, literary, literature, novel, ParisLitup, performance, poetry, reading, writer

Guest Blogger: Diona Filipino Poetry by Ralph Semino Galán

March 25, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

I am happy to feature Ralph Semino Galán as my Guest Blogger. He shares with us his work on a unique form of Filipino poetry called "diona" which has been labeled as Pinoy Haiku. The poems are in Tagalog and are about coronavirus.  This is part of his larger writing project on the subject matter.  ~ Cecilia Brainard Ralph Semino Galán, poet, literary and cultural critic, translator and editor, … [Read more...] about Guest Blogger: Diona Filipino Poetry by Ralph Semino Galán

Filed Under: Nonfiction, poetry, Uncategorized Tagged With: diona, Filipino, Guest Blogger, literature, poetry

Guest Blogger: Poetry by Elmer Omar Pizo

March 23, 2020 by admin 1 Comment

In this difficult time of Coronavirus,  I am happy to feature poetry by Elmer Omar Pizo, a Filipino who now resides in Hawaii. May his poetry contribute to the healing that we need during this uncertain time. Thank you Elmer for being my guest blogger. ~ Cecilia Brainard     POETRY BY GUEST BLOGGER ELMER OMAR PIZO   I. Rice birds on the ground in front … [Read more...] about Guest Blogger: Poetry by Elmer Omar Pizo

Filed Under: Nonfiction, poetry, Uncategorized Tagged With: Filipino, Filipino American, Guest Blogger, Hawaii, Philippines, poems, poet, poetry

Desks of Filipino Writers, by Eileen Tabios

January 14, 2020 by admin Leave a Comment

Carlos Bulosan Writer and publisher Eileen Tabios has put together photos of the work spaces of Filipino and Filipino American writers.  This blog allows  you a peek into that magical space where writers do their creations. She is lookng for other Filipino writers to participate, all genres. Please contact her … [Read more...] about Desks of Filipino Writers, by Eileen Tabios

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: Filipino, literature

Movie Review “The Kingmaker” in Positively Filipino, by #CeciliaBrainard

November 13, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

Movie Review: "The Kingmaker" Shows the Fragility of Democracy, review by Cecilia Brainard, published in Positively Filipino: http://www.positivelyfilipino.com/…/movie-review-the-kingma… "There was a false rumor that Imelda Marcos had funded the documentary The Kingmaker. In fact, the movie depicts Imelda Marcos, the central character, as a Marie-Antoinette-type with an excessively lavish … [Read more...] about Movie Review “The Kingmaker” in Positively Filipino, by #CeciliaBrainard

Filed Under: Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: documentary, Filipino, history, Imelda Marcos, Marcos, movie, Philippine, politics, review, The Kingmaker

Recap of Hot Off the Press Readings at #FilAmBookFest

October 15, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

12/21 Statement from Cecilia Manguerra Brainard regarding PAWA and Hot Off the Press Literary Readings: Please be informed that I will no longer be working on future Hot Off the Press Literary Readings (HOTP) and other programs with the San Francisco group PAWA (also known as PAWA, Inc.).  This group is also known as Philippine American Writers and Artists, Filipino American International Book … [Read more...] about Recap of Hot Off the Press Readings at #FilAmBookFest

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction, Uncategorized Tagged With: academics, authors, Filam, Filipino, literature, Philippines

Cecilia Brainard’s October Literary Events — HOTP & Book Talks

October 9, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

  Cecilia Brainard will be in two literary events this October.   12/21 Statement from Cecilia Manguerra Brainard regarding PAWA and Hot Off the Press Literary Readings: Please be informed that I will no longer be working on future Hot Off the Press Literary Readings (HOTP) and other programs with the San Francisco group PAWA (also known as PAWA, Inc.).  This group is … [Read more...] about Cecilia Brainard’s October Literary Events — HOTP & Book Talks

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction Tagged With: authors, books, Filipino, literary events, literature, Novelists, novels, Philippine, readings, writers

Hot Off the Press Literary Readings, #FilAmBookFest SF, CA Oct. 12, 2019

October 2, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

12/21 Statement from Cecilia Manguerra Brainard regarding PAWA and Hot Off the Press Literary Readings: Please be informed that I will no longer be working on future Hot Off the Press Literary Readings (HOTP) and other programs with the San Francisco group PAWA (also known as PAWA, Inc.).  This group is also known as Philippine American Writers and Artists, Filipino American International Book … [Read more...] about Hot Off the Press Literary Readings, #FilAmBookFest SF, CA Oct. 12, 2019

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction Tagged With: #FilAmLitFest, academic, authors, books, Filam, Filipino, food, history, literature, Pinoy, writers

HOT OFF THE PRESS Literary Readings, FilAm Book Festival, October 12–13, 2019

August 28, 2019 by admin Leave a Comment

12/21 Statement from Cecilia Manguerra Brainard regarding PAWA and Hot Off the Press Literary Readings: Please be informed that I will no longer be working on future Hot Off the Press Literary Readings (HOTP) and other programs with the San Francisco group PAWA (also known as PAWA, Inc.).  This group is also known as Philippine American Writers and Artists, Filipino American International Book … [Read more...] about HOT OFF THE PRESS Literary Readings, FilAm Book Festival, October 12–13, 2019

Filed Under: Fiction, Nonfiction Tagged With: authors, books, Filam, Filipino, literature, writers

Fiction: A Very Short Story by Cecilia Brainard

August 29, 2018 by admin

I'm sharing a flash fiction or short short of mine today. This has 125 words. "A Very Short Story" is part of my second short story collection, Acapulco at Sunset and Other Stories.      A VERY SHORT STORY  by Cecilia Manguerra Brainard Your world -- or your mind -- does not allow for an afternoon walk to the museum, nor a stop at the chapel for silent prayer, a glass of halo-halo … [Read more...] about Fiction: A Very Short Story by Cecilia Brainard

Filed Under: Fiction Tagged With: Filipino, flash fiction, literature, Philippines

Cooking with Cecilia: Filipino Barbecue Pork

August 25, 2018 by admin

We've had a heat wave in Southern California, which is perfect weather for barbecuing. My family loves barbecue pork, so I fixed this over the weekend. Here's a recipe. To be honest with you I don't measure ingredients and just add stuff into a huge bowl. For my family of 12, I cooked 10 lbs of pork butt; my men gobbled up most of it. Ingredients: 1 lb pork (butt or belly, cut into … [Read more...] about Cooking with Cecilia: Filipino Barbecue Pork

Filed Under: Nonfiction Tagged With: barbecue, cooking, eating, Filipino, food, gourmet, meat, pork, recipe

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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