When it comes to celebrities, it’s common to see them venture into fashion, beauty, or food businesses. But for young actress and “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” big winner Mika Salamanca, her latest passion project takes a more meaningful turn—writing children’s books....
The latest study reveals that 18.9 million Filipinos aged 10 to 64 are classified as functionally illiterate, lacking basic comprehension skills. This alarming statistic calls for urgent action across all sectors. Research—including an article from Eastern Washington University—shows that...
With a shared mission to spark a love for reading, SM Book Nook and the National Library of the Philippines officially join forces to launch a Nationwide Book Donation Drive across all SM malls, inviting everyone to donate books and help build a brighter future. This initiative encourages everyone...
Whether you're a dedicated bookworm or just looking for a relaxing way to spend some time, escape into a good book this weekend at SM Supermalls' Book Nook! These cozy spaces offer a quiet haven amidst the bustling mall atmosphere. Book Nook at The Podium Mall SM Supermalls, under the initiative of...
Based on the data of the National Library of the Philippines, the country has 1,650 affiliated public libraries. With an estimated population of 114,000,000, there's only one library for every 69,000 Filipinos. Sheeren Sy is a Singaporean architect, a mother of two wonderful children, and the woman...
If you’re planning to go to the World Trade Center Manila this June 2 to 4, here’s a quick game plan. #1 See the original "Noli Me Tangere" and "El Filibusterismo" manuscripts The upcoming book festival promises to be the biggest one yet, so before getting lost in the myriad of festivities, why...
The National Book Development Board launches 52 indigenous and remote reading spaces all over the Philippines When you were young, how many books have you read that were penned by Filipino authors? In your school or local library, apart from the Filipiniana sections, did you see more locally...
Book lovers rejoice! There's a treasure trove of books that you can enjoy reading during your free time at the mall. And they have over 1,000 books to choose from. Nook Book's interior design aesthetics make it conducive for reading. There's a free library that's located at the fourth floor of SM...
