Courage Runs in the Family

Courage Runs in the Family

Lawyer-activist Tia Taruc’s disdain for oppressors is in her bloodline.

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Super Grandma

Super Grandma

At 93, Consuelo Dancel Sison is a livewire who pursues causes and dotes on her 33 grand and great-grandchildren.

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Tales of the Naked City

Tales of the Naked City

Two homicides and one honest deed stun the Filipino community in Las Vegas.

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Tacloban, Mon Amour

Tacloban, Mon Amour

Tragedy revives memories of pain and love for a gentle city.

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Desperately Seeking Relevance

Desperately Seeking Relevance

In which a highly accomplished woman in retirement finds her life’s Third Act—as a film extra.

   

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White Men Can’t Jump – Start

White Men Can’t Jump – Start

In which the author tutors her white business partner on how to survive Filipino-style negotiations.

   

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What We Are Grateful For

What We Are Grateful For

In which no one gives thanks for winning the lottery.

   

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‘Coming Out’ for Immigration Reform

‘Coming Out’ for Immigration Reform

A gay Filipino American stands up for “out-of-status” immigrants.

    

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Just Because

Just Because

A first-time visitor to Manila, the grandniece of a late missionary nun, navigates its traffic maze to find the missing piece that will fill the longing in her heart.

    

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Celestino’s Crusades

Celestino’s Crusades

Filipinos who own property in California owe a lot to pioneer Celestino T. Alfafara.

    

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