PISTA! Pambansang Komperensiya sa Panitikang Pambata

Just recently, writers, illustrators, educators, students and children’s literature enthusiasts gathered to attend the first Pista! (Pambansang Komperensiya sa Panitikang Pambata).  

Sponsored by Lampara Publishing House, Inc., the conference was directed by writer teacher China Patria de Vera and award-winning author Dr. Eugene Y. Evasco.  

"Mga Batang Poz" is a Game-Changer in the Literary Front

Segundo Matias, Jr. discusses PLHIV on his controversial new novel

Acclaimed and best-selling author Segundo Matias, Jr. has recently launched his new book under Lampara Publishing House. Dubbed Mga Batang Poz, Matias' latest foray into pop culture lit is an emotionally gripping account of four teenagers afflicted with HIV-AIDS. The story grows in poignancy as the characters reveal something about their lives throughout the journey, finding comfort and solace in each other's harrowing experiences and in return, helping them realize the beauty of life and friendship underneath the suffering.