Small Things Matter Novels & Stories

Language: Filipino and English EROTIC ROMANCE | R- 18 Laurenestine Valencia, a 20-year-old nursing student in Manila. She's usually quiet, but her life changes when she starts liking her professor who has a captivating charm strong personality. Even though she's not usually interested in these things, she tries hard to get her professor's attention. She's surprised when she finds out he's engaged. But Laurenestine doesn't give up. She decides to try and break up his engagement. She changes from a quiet student to someone who uses charm and tricks to get what she wants. But then she finds out she was flirting with the wrong man, not her professor. Will her misguided affections lead her down a path of regret?

Freya Sandoval, a voluptuous woman, was heartbroken when her fiancé cheated on her just a week before their wedding. He blamed her for not giving herself to him, and to make things worse, his mistress cruelly called Freya a "big fat ugly duckling," shattering her confidence and pride. Devastated, Freya went to a bar that same night to drown her pain in alcohol. There, fate intervened—she met Creed Hunter Lazaro, the world’s youngest billionaire, and spent a passionate night with him. But come morning, she fled, leaving him behind. Freya thought it was just a one-time encounter—until she discovered Creed was not only her new boss but also her stepbrother, the son of her mother's new husband. Now, Freya is caught in a tangled web of heartbreak, secrets, and unexpected connections. What will she do next?

Sushi "Sushmita Costales" is a smart, spoiled and heartless heir of Costales conglomerate. Her father thinks that she lacks heart and compassion towards other people. She doesn't believe in love and is willing to marry anyone who can be a great asset to her father's company. So her father decided to send her off in a small town in Guimaras, kung saan nakatira ang isang malapit na kaibigan ng ama niya para turuang makisama at mamuhay ng simple. She will then marry the man her father had chosen for her when she comes back. Sushi meets the one and only grandson of her father's friend, Pierce Kyries Allede o mas kilala bilang Pier. Pier, is the opposite of a prince charming or any elite bachelor in the city. He was undeniably poor and simple. The guy doesn't even dress well, halos paulit-ulit lang ang damit nito. Hindi gusto ni Sushi ang pagiging friendly nito sa kanya. He's a commoner in all aspects. Even his well-toned physique and handsome face couldn't hide the fact that Peir couldn't pass as collateral damage. At bakit kumakabog nang mabilis ang puso niya kapag tinititigan siya nito at hinahawakan sa kamay? God, he's poor! She must be out of her mind.

Ginnieva Fajardo, a 21-year-old college student had enough. Her life always kept on failing no matter what she did to keep it from happening. It got to the point where she had to work to be able to study and obtain a degree as her parents passed away before she was even thirteen years old. Due to the unfortunate events that occurred to her, she aspired to be someone who would inspire people, an educator. Ginnie then met her professor, Phillip Añonuevo. Phillip is a 27-year-old newly promoted teacher and the eldest child of Añonuevo's family. Phillip's life, in contrast to Ginnie's, resembles that of a prince. He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, but that does not make him a tyrant. Since then, Ginnie has found him enticing and a man who is entirely right for her, so she has pursued him. However, love should be felt by both sides, which didn't happen. Ginnie was rejected for her feelings on Valentine's day, making her fearful of that special event. In order to progress in life, she refrained from Phillip up until the moment they met again. She realized that she still has feelings for Phillip after all these years, but it was too late as Phillip is now preparing for a marriage. Knowing that information prompted her to entertain boys in order to forget the man who keeps breaking her heart. But what if circumstances changed miraculously, making her the soon-to-be bride of the man who had stolen her young, innocent heart? Will the romance that has failed twice become an everlasting love, or will it remain the same, putting young Ginnie's dream to die?

Three years ago, on what was supposed to be the happiest day of her life, Lynell Gibbs was left completely broken. It was her 20th birthday — a day she had been so excited for — but instead of candles and wishes, she got heartbreak. Shaun Hernandez, the guy she loved with all her heart, broke up with her. No fight, no warning. Just a simple, cold explanation: “Nagising na lang daw siya at narealize na hindi na niya ito mahal.” Those words haunted her for years. And no matter how strong she tried to be, the pain left a scar too deep to forget. But she survived. She stood up, rebuilt herself piece by piece, and slowly became the woman she never thought she could be — stronger, wiser, and even more beautiful. Gone was the naïve girl who gave everything to someone who didn’t deserve her. She had learned her lesson. She moved forward and opened her heart again. That’s when Martin came into her life — kind, respectful, and everything Shaun wasn’t. For the first time, she felt safe. Finally, she believed she had healed. Until one unexpected announcement shattered her peace. Their company was under new management. At first, she didn’t think much of it — change was normal. But everything came crashing down the moment she heard the name of their new CEO. Shaun Hernandez. The same man who once tore her apart... was now her boss.

(SSPG WARNING, Read at your own risk!) What if one day you discovered that your father sold you to a handsome billionaire who doesn't know how to love? That all he needs from you is your body? Piere Monecidad frowned as he stared at the woman, Lumi Torinio, who was sold by her own father to pay off his debts and gambling addiction for twenty million. "Don't lecture me about love, Lumi," Piere said firmly, gazing dispassionately at the innocent face of Lumi. "It's written in the contract that I'm only interested in your body, and that's all you're here for. Don’t you dare cross the line by trying to teach me how to love someone." Piere grasped Lumi's small face, his green eyes uninterestedly staring into her anxious gaze. "Don't try to teach me to love you. Because what you want will never happen, do you understand me?" He tightened his grip on Lumi's jaw before bending down and kissing her lips, leaving Lumi stunned. "Answer me," Piere demanded firmly. "P-Piere—" "Give me the answer I want, Lumi. Stop calling my name," he commanded with authority. "I-I understand, Piere," Lumi answered nervously, causing Piere to smirk and plant light kisses on her lips.

Things should have been easier for Zane Lardizabal, Bastardos' leader, if only he wasn't too drunk and stupid to fall for a one-night stand. Ang alas niya para i-blackmail ang presidente ng isang prominente na media company ay nawala nang nakawin ng babae na nakasama niya ang jacket niya at ipalit ang sirang underwear nito. And he is dead set in finding her and reclaiming what is his. Ang problema? Dala ng sobra na kalasingan ay wala siyang rekoleksyon sa babae na iyon. Months after her one-night stand, Serenity Enriquez, then vows to fix her life and be serious with a man for once. She tries to forget everything about that night, mabuti na lamang at sa sobrang kalasingan niya ay wala siyang rekoleksyon sa lalaki na nakasama niya. At sa pagbabago na nais niya ay magtatagpo ang landas nila ni Axel Salvacion, ang bagong empleyado sa kumpanya nila. She wants him, and she will make him hers. Ang problema? Ayaw sa kan'ya ni Axel at inis na inis sa kan'ya ang lalaki. But in the twisted turn of events, fate will help Zane find Serenity to take back what is his. And in a flick of a finger, Serenity will get what she wants the most, Axel. But things got more complicated after that. Sa magulong sitwasyon nila, mabubunyag kay Serenity ang tunay na katauhan ng taong hinahabol niya. Zane is Axel on a mafia mission against Serenity's father. And as twisted as it sounds, the hidden mafia's heart has been stolen by Serenity in the process. Pero ang pagmamahal ni Serenity ay napalitan nang galit at takot sa tunay na katauhan ng lalaki na mahal niya. Will Serenity still have a chance to run away and reclaim her serene life after being entangled with the hidden mafia?

Maria Isabella Cortes also known as Bella. The only daughter and heiress of Guillermo Real Estates Company. Dahil sa dami ng kalaban at katunggali ng pamilya sa negosyo ay napagpasyahang itago at gawing pribado ang buhay niya sa lugar ng El Fuego. A small town that is part of Zamboanga where she can live a peaceful life away from showbiz and danger. With her simple life she will accidentally meet the young stern and bold Zackeriel Bennedict Buenaventura, the ruthless and intimidating young Don in El fuego. Dahil lumaki sa karangyaan at nasanay na nakukuha ang lahat nang gusto. Naging isang pagsubok sa kanya ang pagkuha sa atensyon ni Zack. So she did everything to get his attention. Determinado siyang magpapansin dito. Pero talaga pa lang may mga bagay na hindi mo pwedeng pilitin kahit ano pa ang gawin mo. May mga bagay na hindi mo kayang abutin kahit abot kamay mo na. Kahit anong pilit at higpit ng kapit mo dito ay dudulas at dudulas pa rin. When will she be able to learn to let go? Kapag nasaktan na? O kapag napagod na? O dikaya'y kapag natuto na niyang tanggapin sa sarili niya na hindi talaga pwede.

Arielle never dreamed of walking down the aisle with a man she despised. Pero dahil sa matinding business feud between her family’s small company at ang empire ni Leandro Vergara, napilitan siyang pumasok sa isang contract marriage. Leandro Vergara, ang cold, arrogant, ruthless CEO na walang pakialam kung sino ang masaktan, basta siya ang panalo. Para sa kanya, Arielle is nothing but a pawn. Para kay Arielle, Leandro is the last man she’d ever love. Kaya sa mismong kasal pa lang nila, nagsimula na agad ang awayan, mga brutal banats sa pagitan nila at walang tigil na banggaan ng pride. Pero habang magkasama sila sa isang bubong, unti-unting nakikita ni Arielle ang mga bitak sa pader ni Leandro. At lalong nagiging komplikado nang bumalik sa buhay ni Arielle ang kanyang best friend na si Marcus, safe, steady, at matagal nang may lihim na pagmamahal sa kanya. Ngayon, kailangan niyang pumili: ang comfort ng is ang pagmamahal na matagal nang nandiyan, o ang mapusok na pag-ibig na unti-unting winawasak ang matigas niya puso para kay Leandro. Sa isang kasal na nagsimula sa pwersahan, possible bang matalo ang puso sa sariling laban nito?

“I love you. I love you so much that I’m willing to do everything to have you. I’ll give you my heart, my body, and my soul just to prove my loyalty. You can own me. You can have me. You can have my everything.” Sinong mag-aakla na ang isang tulad ni Zeikko Jox Teng ay marunong magmahal nang totoo? Na isang babae lang pala ang magpapaamo sa isang tulad niya? He is ruthless. He is cold. No one ever dares to mess up with him. But when this girl named Krystal came across his life — he changed. She is lost. She always feels alone. No one ever dares to get her out in the dark. She was once hurt because of love. She is broken. However no matter how hard Zeikko tried to heal her, to save her from pain and from everything . . . he knows that the only person can do so is his own brother, Kiel Jiro Teng — ang lalaking pinili siyang saktan upang iligtas siya sa kamay ng kanyang magulang. But when the story began to unfold . . . Sino ang pipiliin ni Krystal? Ang lalaking bang una niyang minahal at ginawa niyang buhay? O ang lalaking hindi siya sinukuan at ginawa ang lahat upang iparamdam sa kanya ang tunay na pagmamahal? “Krystal, this is an oath. AN OATH TO LOVE YOU.”