Personal Journals and Creative Non-Fiction
Stories and essays on the mundane and the monumental alike.
The newsletters listed in this directory are sorted in alphabetical order by publication name. All information in this directory, including the featured post, is provided by the writers themselves.
All opinions in the listed publications are solely those of the writers’. Inclusion in this directory does not indicate endorsement by Stack Natin.
This directory was last updated on 17 April 2026.
100 Ways to Filipino
Written by—Lisa Angulo Reid
About the publication—100 Ways to Filipino by Dear Flor is a storytelling project that celebrates the many ways we express, experience, and embrace our Filipino identity—whether through food, language, history, or everyday moments. Through essays, interviews, and personal reflections, we’re reframing what it means to be Filipino, one story at a time.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm the CEO and co-founder of the very first independent Filipino and woman-owned company making cannabis gummies with Filipino flavors. I' m also one of the guest hosts of the Modern Minorities podcast where my pods focus on spotlighting the Filipino American community. I also write posts and host a podcast for 100 ways to Filipino. It's all about showcasing the breadth of experiences across the Filipino American diaspora.
A Constant Nostalgia
Written by—Regina Peralta 🇵🇭 (she also writes Buhay Copywriter | Regina Peralta)
About the publication—An attempt to live in the present, by appreciating the past. A photograph of a photograph. Recollections of a 90s kid with a vivid memory.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm an advertising copywriter!
a little earthling
Written by—a little earthling
About the publication—It encapsulates my journey through grief and the exploration of the woman I'm becoming. I'm usually more comfortable to write in english but I wrote my first post in tagalog as I was overwhelmed by emotions during that time.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm an Architect. I had some short articles featured on local architectural digests such as BluPrint and Archikonst as well as internal newsletters and e-magazines in architectural firms and organizations.
A Millennial’s Guide to the Galaxy
Written by—Christopher M. Lapinig
About the publication—Notes on trusting yourself when the world insists you’re wrong. A book in progress.
The writer outside of Substack—I have written for The New York Times, The Atlantic and Rappler.
A Writer from Manila
Written by—Evan Ⓥ (he/him)
About the publication—A gay writer from Manila, musing about queer pop culture, life as a Filipino immigrant, the vegan philosophy, and other random things
The writer outside of Substack—Former contributing editor, Philippine Daily Inquirer. Producer & host, The Queer Pridecast.
A Writer's Note
Written by—A Writer's Note
About the publication—A collection of thoughts on culture, community, and personal transformation.
b.t.&g.
Written by—Sim Peckson
About the publication—online scrapbook of good things that make us fully alive
The writer outside of Substack—Mom, wife, teacher.
Banana Ketchup Diaries
Written by—Rij
About the publication—Essays on migration, memory, and the messy art of starting over and sometimes, just feelings that demand to be written.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m a former Credit Control Manager from Bahrain now based in Nevada, writing my way through migration, memory, and midlife reinvention. Outside Banana Ketchup Diaries, I run a second Substack, Rij Tries to Write. where I share raw, behind-the-scenes drafts and reflections. My work explores the Filipino experience abroad: how we build new homes, carry old flavors, and find joy in the in-between.
bee's hive
Written by—bee
About the publication—some musings on philosophy, queer theory, love or anything i can buzz with
Better Meant
Written by—Linart Seprioto
About the publication—Honest stories, lessons, and reflections from learning to live a good life in my 20s.
Between Worlds
Written by—Lauren Dado
About the publication—Personal essays about life in rural New Zealand, reflections on tech’s impact on art and culture, and whatever else I want to write about.
Camille’s Substack
Written by—Camille
About the publication—Raising Mixed Kids, Filipino Activity Books & Multicultural Learning Resources
The writer outside of Substack—Activity books for Filipino families abroad
casual typing
Written by—Mikel Dumlao
About the publication—My Substack is, for now, my side project while working as a full-time employee. This is about my perspective on life and my continuous search for reasons why I'm still writing.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m a full-time service technician in canning industry. Never had I was featured or published except on my own.
chin
Written by—chin
About the publication—Trying to beat my writer's block, I created my Substack account to encourage myself to write more without any pressure. There isn't any specific theme as I just write what I feel and think about.
The writer outside of Substack—study (I'm a 3rd Year BA Sociology major at UP Diliman), run, paint, climb/blouldering, and hike
Comedy, Tragedy
Written by—Barb Natividad
About the publication—Disabled Filipino-American writer in midlife living with bipolar disorder.
The writer outside of Substack—I have stories and poems published in literary magazines. I’ve had a Substack post featured in Locked In (for BIPOC Substackers).
Data Yap's Substack
Written by—Data Yap
About the publication—I yap with multi-hyphenate individuals on their critical and creative processes. Through video interviews, I highlight how they use data & information to inform decisions and make sense of their worlds.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m a senior education researcher at Johns Hopkins University (USA). In this role, I assist Johns Hopkins faculty in evaluating their federal grants (approx. $11 million in total funding) that primarily advance positive student outcomes.
Previously, I also obtained my own grant that focused on studying the pathways of women of color (including diasporic Filipinas) STEM (science, tech, engineering, & math) in the community college. Here’s an article that I published connected to this grant.
For fun, I co-run our senior rescue dogs’ IG. 🐾🐾
Daydreams for Breakfast
Written by—Pasta Garcia
About the publication—My Substack just ramblings about my life as a balikbayan millenial after 12 years of living in Canada
The writer outside of Substack—I’m also a wife, and a mom to one boy and 3 cats. I play lots of video games and love ghost stories!
Diaspora Dispatch
Written by—Miguel de la Fuente-Lau
About the publication—A weekly(ish) exploration of the theme of belonging through a curation of links to literature and narrative journalism spanning the Asian diaspora. Think transient communities, expats and "anywhere workers", and with a special focus on stories by and about Filipino/a/x-identified folks globally.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm building up my fully remote consulting practice as a philanthropy and communications strategist and overall jack-of-all-trades writer, which people can learn about here. Most recently I was published in the latest Mekong Review, for a book review I wrote on Lio Mangubat's Silk, Silver, Spaces, Slaves.
the drama wears lip gloss
Written by—renea
About the publication—personal, candid newsletter that blends pop-culture flair with real-life reflections rooted in the experiences of a twenty-something woman figuring things out one crash-out at a time. It draws inspiration from titles like The Devil Wears Prada and Legally Blonde but uses that energy to explore my own life lessons and growth. Through honest journaling and cultural analysis, it invites readers into my perspective on identity, relationships, and the subtle drama of everyday life.
The writer outside of Substack—Currently reviving my Medium account. I also contribute to Youngstar (a column in Philstar L!fe!).
Ella Thinks Aloud
Written by—Ella Mae Masamayor
About the publication—A place where all my first thoughts and first drafts go. A home for my stories.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m a doctor, but I really love writing. I’ve been published in Youngblood, Santelmo, and in anthologies of essays of medical doctors (PGH Human Spirit Project, Rx Narratives)
Erica D. Estoya (Estoya)
Written by—Erica D. Estoya
About the publication—Filipino-American history, politics, and culture. Sociology. American higher education. Mediocre, "that'll do" parenting styles. Please make yourself comfortable.
Field and Flame
Written by—Alexis Rogers
About the publication—Reflections on the ways collective systems, familial patterns, and personal experiences intertwine to shape identity and perception. Healing these ruptures through the intersection of Buddhist practice, Sikolohiyang Pilipino, and Tarot.
Finding Home With Frances
Written by—Frances Lacuesta
About the publication—I live between countries and inner landscapes. Through photos and stories, I explore what it means to find home across places, people, and within myself.
The writer outside of Substack—See her website and Medium page.
The Firefly Folios ✦
Written by—Riza
About the publication—My substack houses dispatches and musings on my efforts to a more slow and cozy life.
The writer outside of Substack—I maintain a blog, Pages and Coffee Cups, and also a bookstagram to house all my hobbies and occasional musing mostly about books and travel. Outside of that, I am an IT auditor currently based in Belfast.
freeflow.
Written by—Van Gone
About the publication—It's a chronicle of my life, one thought at a time.
The writer outside of Substack—I am currently a Data Analyst, but apart from work, I write Medium articles in OWASP Cebu, a Cebu-based cybersecurity community. I am also the Founder and Executive Director of Sapphique PH, an event organizing body for queer women in Cebu.
Garlic and Grapes
Written by—Ryan Camesa
About the publication—I find the humor in the everyday, proving to myself that there’s always something worth memorializing within the mundane. I do this through journalistic detailing with a heavy emphasis on humor but not too esoteric because these are the stories I wish I could share with my dog.
The writer outside of Substack—Galore Magazine, (2024) Inaugural Nonfiction recipient to Georgia Writers LGBTQIA+ Literary Grant, Actor (AdCouncil's Seize the Awkward Campaign)
Gillian Camille Abello (Gillian’s Substack)
Written by—Gillian Camille Abello
About the publication—A Filipino doctor writing about faith, travel, history, and the quiet ways the heart keeps learning.
The writer outside of Substack—Medical doctor
Gleniz Diaz (Gleniz da Menace)
Written by—Gleniz Diaz
About the publication—Random personal stories about my life in Canada.
Grace Period
Written by—Lea Bolante
About the publication—This newsletter is my space on the Internet, where I try to make sense of almost anything and everything around me.
guts and roses
Written by—Guts and Roses
About the publication—truth is, i cannot simply keep it to myself.
on june 28, 2020, esquire philippines published a story of a new homeowner who unearthed a hidden treasure during renovations in their ancestral home.
while replacing the ceiling, they discovered a bag containing handwritten love letters, remarkably preserved for 40 years.
upon learning this story, i thought to myself: everything that i’ll ever create from here on end should endure a million lifetimes.
The writer outside of Substack—Former college student publication staffer turned copywriter and Substack-er.
Half-bitten eraser
Written by—Yellie
About the publication—My substack is all about anything and everything. I happen to like yapping online to ease my homesickness.
herliterary
Written by—herliterary
About the publication—Where creative writing and critical thinking meet. Let's learn to be curious again.
The writer outside of Substack—I self-publish literary pieces on my instagram account and I am also the current literary head of UST's College of Science Journal.
I Know That's Write
Written by—Tiara
About the publication—I write haikus, soft poems, cultural reflections, sometimes emotional nostalgic pieces on sport, occasionally a rant on fashion trends, and tiny life-moments that stay. I will write a lot about my Filipino heritage, my grandparents, and haikus.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm in brand marketing at Nike, and have published occasional writings during my time at Google. I was in marketing, but also a lead for the Filipino Googler Network. See my pieces on Filipino American Heritage Month, and interviews with DJ TRACKTIVIST and NBA player Jordan Clarkson.
In Partial Fulfillment
Written by—with love, liv
About the publication—Building a warm corner of the internet to write about books, art, and life in an attempt to fulfill creativity.
The writer outside of Substack—I was published recently on Inquirer Youngblood and I previously wrote for The Lasallian.
Inbox Level Up
Written by—Ryan Custodio
About the publication—Stop landing in spam and start getting more opens, clicks, and conversions. Grab my free 5-step guide to improving your email deliverability at inboxlevelup.com and make sure your emails actually reach primary tab.
The writer outside of Substack—I have my website, inboxlevelup.com, where I get my freelancing clients and building my email list. I've also guested in some Filipino podcasts about freelancing.
is this what you want?
Written by—Christa Lei
About the publication—A fat, polyamorous, queer, disabled, neurodivergent Filipine-American writer, consultant and disability + community care worker and their insights on disability, care, relationships, activism and identity.
The writer outside of Substack—Christa Lei (they/them) grew up in Hawaii as a fat, neurodivergent, disabled, queer child of the Filipine diaspora. As an emerging writer, their work has or will appear in Beyond Queer Words, Breath & Shadow, and Vast Chasm, amongst others. When not writing, Christa lives with their spouse and two dogs in New York City. Connect with them on Instagram (@supchrista) or at christalei.me
it’s not that deep.
Written by—Cheps
About the publication—Musings, observations and ramblings about nothing and everything. Mainly proof of overthinking over the most mundane things.
The writer outside of Substack—Architecture Postgrad.
Just Us (Closer)
Written by—Owen
About the publication—I write relatable and thought-provoking stories.
The writer outside of Substack—I post contents on TikTok.
kumawala sa kawalan
Written by—winslow moon
About the publication—This essential empty space is my extension of an afterthought, or a cringey moment after oversharing or just a place where I can whisper into the “void.” Somewhere I can sort through all the love, rage, art, self-reflection, and everything else my auntie energy decides to be worth typing. I just want to keep creating in this hustling, sometimes cruel, but still beautiful world.
Kwento lang
Written by—Kwento lang
About the publication—Balak ko ilagay sa substack publications ko ang long form type of journals na confident akong ipakita sa public. Madalas, mga pagmumuni muni tungkol sa mga bagay na nakapaligid sa akin.
The writer outside of Substack—I am currently a graduate student of Communication Arts.
A Late bloomer's Sentiment
Written by—Danice Joy P. Myers
About the publication—For the late bloomers or those they think they are.. i share my journey being one but i also plan on sharing poems or proses in the next posts i will make...
Leslieann's Adventures In Midlife!
Written by—Leslieann Hobayan
About the publication—Read about the adventures of this divorced, midlife woman of color, activist, spiritualist, single mom to 3 teenagers, and firstborn daughter of Filipino immigrants. From the mystery of menopause to tarot magic and, of course, the drama of the diaspora.
The writer outside of Substack—Poet, Essayist, also Spiritual Teacher and Healer
like always,
Written by—kim tolentino
About the publication—mostly about grieving and trying to figure out how to live through it, probably over-observing things.
The writer outside of Substack—cooking and baking somewhere, i do PR & Events from time to time
Looking Inward: No More FOMO
Written by—MP Diaz
About the publication—A woman in her early ‘70’s, in a hurry to write about her memories growing up in the Philippines, and growing up, in general.
Loose Threads
Written by—Mae Malaya
About the publication—Loose Threads is Mae Malaya's online junk journaling: words and ideas that do not fit in the marketing assets at work nor my scripts in progress.
The writer outside of Substack—content marketing specialist by day, occasional filmmaker and playwright
Madrileña from Manila
Written by—Cate de Leon
About the publication—Madrileña from Manila is a weekly newsletter of honest essays and perspectives from a Filipina who moved to Madrid for self-actualization 🇵🇭✈️🇪🇸✨
The writer outside of Substack—I used to have a column in The Philippine STAR’s pop culture section, SUPREME (In general, I’m not a fan of my old writing though, haha). As was typical of freelance writers in Manila, I was pretty much everywhere, including Cosmo.ph, Metro Society Magazine, Meg Magazine, and Rappler. I also wrote for Manila Bulletin and Inquirer before joining Philstar. I co-wrote Jake Zyrus’ autobiography, “I Am Jake”. I occasionally participate in the Madrid Open Mic, and one of the pieces I’ve read was featured in their anthology. For work, I currently teach English to Spanish teenagers at a charter school. My online portfolio is at https://catedeleon.com/
Marc L
Written by—Marc L
About the publication—Its more on personal journals of a mid 20’s filipino gay finding space in this world
Marilette Sanchez
Written by—Marilette Sanchez
About the publication—New Yorker & Filipino-American passionate about finding the connections between God, relationships, and pop culture.
The writer outside of Substack—See my website here. See my pieces for Think Christian and FamilyLife.
A Marikit Moment
Written by—mataraykween 🇵🇭💜
About the publication—The Marikit Moment chronicles my experiences as a teacher, scholar, writer, and jiujitsu purple belt.
The writer outside of Substack—Assistant Professor at the University of the Philippines. I’ve published short stories, academic articles, and textbooks.
mawi (random ramblings)
Written by—mawi
About the publication—notes on life!
Mayari's archives.
Written by—Mayari
About the publication—The silent pleas, the jolt of happiness and the pain of mayari’s lost.
The writer outside of Substack—Still studying
mayumi writes.
Written by—andrea claire
About the publication—Mayumi writes is a magical garden— a hidden grotto where other fairies (as the author likes to refer to their readers) on Substack can enjoy a wide range of analytical discussions varying from the topics on online internet culture to societal issues, exploring themes of identity, community, and almost anything, in general. Mayumi writes is also a place for readers and writers as well to be open about their personal vulnerabilities. No niche, just a fairy who loves to write!
mellow musings
Written by—nam
About the publication—pondering books, places, and the human condition
memoir by vin
Written by—_vinlaurent
About the publication—Imagine Carrie Bradshaw, Sylvia Plath and Damian from mean girls having lunch every week. It's a mesh of viscerally honest confessions, teenage realizations and a hint of whimsy.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m an art student.
mga kwentong barbero
Written by—mga kwentong barbero
About the publication—Mga kwentong barbero :)
The writer outside of Substack—I write poetry on Instagram.
Miao? Wow!
Written by—¿Miao?
About the publication—Find within my odds and ends: blueprints of creations past and in the making, drive-by obsessions, everyday rambling, occasional non-prose, personal stories, random lists—and perhaps the possibility of pure love and light and other things honest and true.
Michael Raqim Mira
Written by—Michael Raqim Mira
About the publication—A repository of Michael Raqim Mira's poetry, essays, short fiction and feature articles.
The writer outside of Substack—He is a writer, photographer, video producer and researcher. His essays and op-ed pieces have appeared in TLDTD, Rappler, and Circles Magazine, among other publications.
Miko Shaman & Poet
Written by—Miko Intuitive Healer
About the publication—Essays and poetry from a combat veteran - turned journalist - turned shaman. On being maximum human. I travel between realms to help people realize their own light. I don't have enough magic to grow hair on my head.
The writer outside of Substack—See my previous works on LAist and The War Horse.
Mindful Mindy
Written by—Mindy
About the publication—I’m Mindy, a thirtysomething Filipina living in Manila. Among my varied interests are good books, good food, good coffee, doggies, travel, and running. I also practice as an OB-GYN.
I purposefully did not lead with what I do for a living. It’s a very Western thing to anchor one’s identity to one’s profession. Though I love what I do, I am so much more than my day job. I don’t like to limit myself to just being a doctor. I wear many hats: I am a runner, a reader, a wife, a homemaker, a traveler, and many more. And with this blog/newsletter, I am trying on the hat of writer.
The writer outside of Substack—I am a practicing OB-GYN. I have not been published elsewhere.
The Monobloc Exchange
Written by—Kai
About the publication—Within this little corner of the web, I like to think of it as reminiscent of rounds of conversations supported by the humble monobloc chairs—evergreen and unjudging of one's social status or of time.
Munting Hardin
Written by—Angel
About the publication—Mostly personal essays on growing with my own seasons - motherhood, creativity, life snippets and the in-betweens.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm a Mother of two beautiful daughters and I love documenting the little mundane moments of my motherhood journey through words and photographs. I was once featured here in 2020: a visual diary during the height of the pandemic
No Mama, Just Issues
Written by—Toni Rose, they/them
About the publication—Navigating through life without my mom
The writer outside of Substack—I love rollerskating, yoga, running, walking my dogs, eating, traveling. I have also been on several podcasts and presented in so many conferences. I am neuroqueer so a whole vibe out here. Listen to the No Mama, Just Issues podcast. See my other pieces here, here, here, here and here.
nadaj
Written by—nadaj
About the publication—I write poetry and journal entries about my experience with healing from childhood.
Notes from the Dining Table
Written by—dominique
About the publication—Normally dispatched on Fridays, I share everyday stories about my life, my marriage, my faith, and all the messy, beautiful, and chaotic moments in between. While this is my way of sharing my life to dear friends and loved ones whom I do not see very often, I hope this little newsletter encourages you to love life a little bit more.
The writer outside of Substack—I self-published my first short fiction collection, In the Breaking and the Becoming, in 2022. In 2023, two of my poems were published in A Quiet Unfolding alongside seven other poets. Then, I've been a writer and editor for a local Christian publishing house for eight years now.
Pamela’s Substack
Written by—Pamela Jean
About the publication—It’s mostly about me, family lore, and navigating my Filipino identity through other cultures I take part in, namely Irish and Scottish folk singing.
The writer outside of Substack—I’m an Irish, Scottish, and folk singer
paper skin.
Written by—lueurella
About the publication—fragments of becoming, stitched in prose.
perfectly unperfect
Written by—J.E "Mahal" Cuya
About the publication—unperfect musings of a wannabe writer living in melbourne and studying writing in rmit.
The writer outside of Substack—Wanna-be content creator on Tiktok making vlogs and content around writing, culture and living in Melbourne (@jemahalcuya) and writer. I've been published in Overland, an Australian literary magazine for my experimental flash fiction titled ‘Stilted’ and other literary magazines. I also am part of Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology's student-led magazine Catalyst where I'm a creative writing officer contributing to issues and articles.
The Peridot Archive
Written by—Shealea Iral
About the publication—An ongoing attempt to arrange letters into defined lattices. Long-form musings and essays on media content (books, films, music), late-blooming, and navigating life with stubborn softness. ☁
The writer outside of Substack—Visit her personal blog here.
persisflores (Every Brilliant Thing)
Written by—persisflores
About the publication—#EveryBrilliantThing seeker, serial observer + quiet lifer who writes — feels, reads, walks — more than she talks, while living deeply.
The writer outside of Substack—I am Editorial Lead for an international company. Visit my website here.
Pinilas Na Papel
Written by—Jeff | Pinilas Na Papel
About the publication—Talaan ng mga personal na kwento, aral at paglalakbay.
The writer outside of Substack—Discreet podcaster
Rachielle Sheffler (Baguio Girl)
Written by—Rachielle Sheffler
About the publication—Baguio Girl Substack is my playground, a place where I get bursts of inspiration and feelings of productivity while I am working on bigger projects (memoir, family history, translation from Ilocano to English). I explore my roots with a project called Recovering Ilocano.
The writer outside of Substack—Clinical Lab Scientist by day, writer the rest of the time. Working on family history and a memoir. Published in the Halo-Halo Review.
Raiza Togado (The Mended Page)
Written by—Raiza Togado
About the publication—A personal collection of essays on finding value in the corners of life where we once felt broken, documenting the journey of being mended one page at a time.
The writer outside of Substack—Government employee, youth advocate
RilleBlog
Written by—Johnrille Manalo
About the publication—It’s where Filipinos can find my reals stories, musings, and best attempt at humor to take the edge off the internet’s bullshit.
Sans Serif
Written by—Gabriel Minamedez
About the publication—The world can get pretty complex, too formal, serious, or whatever Times New Roman stands for. With Sans Serif, I can only hope to shave off these strokes and navigate these lived experiences the only way I know how: by following a trail of word vomits to make sense of this beautiful, twisted, modern existence.
The writer outside of Substack—Published some articles on SLAMonline Philippines.
The Scenic Route
Written by—Rikki
About the publication—Where I follow my curiosity, embrace the detours, and find meaning in life's unexpected turns 🚲
The writer outside of Substack—I run my own digital marketing business
shiva’s Substack
Written by—Shiva
About the publication—Most of my writings are reflections of moments/ experiences that make up my life and ultimately my sense of self.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm a math student in my final year. I only write casually but I'm curious to know more about the writing scene in the Philippines. Previously writing on Medium.
Short Sentences
Written by—Erwin Oliva
About the publication—It's about things that made me pay attention, which you should pay attention to.
The writer outside of Substack—I work in marketing.
Skinny Deep
Written by—Ria Tagulinao
About the publication—Essays diving into the maddening clutter of our modern lives, trying to recover what matters
Small, Hungry, and Alive
Written by—Leonides Frago Jr.
About the publication—Living forward with grief. Welcome to my encounters with food, culture, and politics.
The writer outside of Substack—I'm a project manager and policy analyst in the public sector.
the space inked between
Written by—Angelica Teves
About the publication—I write CNF pieces to make sense of life, influenced by personal experiences and all the things I consume (books, podcasts, films, poetry, etc.). Recently I started posting a poem, and I'm open to the idea of not restricting my publication to a particular category or genre.
The writer outside of Substack—I do book reflections on Instagram :) (Currently looking for lit mags to submit to and hope I will get accepted *fingers crossed*)
Sphynx Writes
Written by—spens
About the publication—I talk about books, films, music, the struggles of early adulting, and musing on my queer identity.
The Spicy Crone
Written by—Christine Dawn de Leon
About the publication—The Spicy Crone is a fortnightly newsletter of personal mini-essays and sometimes poetry written from the point of view of this middle-aged, post-menopausal Londoner. I am trying to reclaim my creative Self after a pretty shocking year (2024 was diabolical) and in the midst of a global shift to right wing politics.
The writer outside of Substack—I have been published in Very Much Alive: Stories of Resilience. I am currently writing a novel.
spin-offs
Written by—Ross Tugade
About the publication—Spin-offs is a Substack that’s intermittently updated whenever I have energy to spare outside of my academic and professional legal work. It’s the silly endurance of millennial thought with the occasional references to pop music and a whole lot of piling on AI.
The writer outside of Substack—I am doing my PhD in Law in Australia. The full range of my work from academic publications to personal essays: https://rosstugade.com
structured rants from systemic scars
Written by—Tisha Evite
About the publication—I’m Tisha Evite, an economist, scholar, Filipina, eldest daughter.
TLDR: In this substack, you’ll find posts that are organized versions of my internal monologue related to these multiple hats I wear.
I am also an advocate not only of criticizing the field I am in (doing heterodox economics) but also in making people understand why we have to challenge them (economics literacy). One way I do this is through the youth-led non-profit I started in 2020 called Ekonsepto, where we breakdown economic issues in Tagalog through infographics and podcasts. I believe that people should be equipped to make informed decisions about economic policies that affect their daily lives (prices, taxes, social security, etc!) and we should not leave it to experts (not even me!)
As an academician, I do publish “nerdy” versions of the issues close to me such as (thematically) inequality, climate justice, and alternative economies or (geographically) Global South focused, which you can find on my website.
But I also just want to talk like a normal person and freely without affiliations (hehehehehe). So this is place is for that.
The writer outside of Substack—Visit Tisha’s website.
studies in (in)stability
Written by—blue
About the publication—a working file: part creative project, part emotional field report, part love letter to everyone who’s ever said i’m fine with several deadlines breathing down their neck.
The writer outside of Substack—i'm a brand designer and marketing manager by day—handling several homegrown food and beverage brands. i also have a zine which is available at Spruce Gallery.
Talamunian
Written by—Darby Raul 🇵🇭
About the publication—I have been off the grid since the end of 2023, and I am currently using Substack to share a piece of my life with the world. I write about daily things, random thoughts and emotions, work-related stuff, travel, food, etc.
thatgeekywarriorwrites
Written by—Ana O.
About the publication—Random and raw, unfiltered thoughts, “performative essays”, word vomit, books and movies review, travel logs, day in a life, all in one! I want to create a piece that my readers will get inspired and learn a thing or two.
The writer outside of Substack—I work at my 9-5, still finding my purpose in life. But I do have blogs before and write some articles in medium, tumblr, wordpress. I used to be a content writer at a finance-niche blog called, The Finance Boost.
therapy for takeout
Written by—jusdani ₊˚⊹♡
About the publication—Therapy for Takeout is a blog where I share lessons learned from being a more active participant in my own life.
The writer outside of Substack—I have a podcast.
thought archive
Written by—toni agatha
About the publication—outlet for my musings and documenting how life works as someone in their 20s.
The writer outside of Substack—A fresh grad who's a licensed psychometrician!
Tiny Signals
Written by—Janelle
About the publication—tiny signals is a newsletter that tries to capture life as it happens -- vulnerable, messy, and yet, insanely beautiful. it features entries about being a corporate millennial, trying to live life intentionally, documenting her mishaps and the nuggets of wisdom that she picks up along the way. basically, it’s your good ol’ blog, in newsletter format.
The writer outside of Substack—I currently work full time in marketing and communications, exploring work in the arts. I have previously written for online blogs such as WheninManila.com, Modern Filipina, and 8list.
Wabi-Sabi Aly
Written by—Alyssa Chua (she also writes Cooking with the Ancestors)
About the publication—Some of my musings on anything and everything. Join me on this journey of vulnerability, slow living, and embracing beauty in imperfection.
The writer outside of Substack—Freelance writer and MICE event planner
Weekend Leftovers
Written by—Brian Salvador
About the publication—My writing is largely inspired by experiences, thoughts, ideas, feelings that I have encountered recently. This newsletter is a dump of concepts, questions, realizations, stories that I love so much I want to share with you all.
The writer outside of Substack—Works in the development and non-profit sector
what i lie awake about at night
Written by—summer ✮⋆˙.ᐟ
About the publication—a space where i share the quiet, reflective thoughts that keep me up at night—my inner monologue at 3am—exploring emotions, memories, and the moments that shape my heart and mind.
The writer outside of Substack—i make art on @artofsumsies on instagram! i do paintings, digital art, and photography :)
Yung Tito Mong Bading
Written by—Remund Labios
About the publication—My hope is that I would add to the digital footprint of lived experiences of queer Filipinos.
The writer outside of Substack—I teach at the University of the Philippines Los Baños.
Zo’s Substack
Written by—zo is online!
About the publication—"zo is online!" is a reflection on everyday life, how online pop culture can permeate mundane conversations, interactions (and vice-versa), and sometimes, an avenue for film and book reviews.
The writer outside of Substack—I am a volunteer writer for Novice Magazine PH and a former contributor of online youth literary journal Seaglass Literary. My poems, essays, prose pieces have also been published in multiple platforms, online and offline. Here is my portfolio/archive.
Writers of Filipino descent around the world can join the Stack Natin directory!