Young Creatives Challenge - Graphic Novel

Lolo and Maymay by Mitzi Lim

Lolo and Maymay

Free

Maymay, a young girl, just lost her mother to an illness; this leads her to stay with her grandfather, whom she just recently acquainted with, Mang Selso, an earnest tricycle driver. They both navigate through the grief of losing a loved one and adjust to each other as they face the challenges of everyday life and learn to live together.

Graphic Novel #1

Foodtrip! by Rosalie Patungan

Free

Foodtrip's theme revolves around the importance of Pinoy foods in fostering Filipino relationships - our families, friends, and communities - making our food a crucial element in the quintessential Pinoy culture. The story begins with Rex and his group of friends who are bonded together by their love for exploring foods: food trip! From the street foods they enjoy as a group on Fridays after school to different food innovations they explore on weekends to creative homecooked meals prepared by Rex for his family, Foodtrip highlights how Filipinos express their love and creativity through the food they share together. The story depicts how food, even the most modest and plain, becomes an essential part of our lives and our relationships. When Rex faced a difficult family situation, he and his friends join forces in a food quest that will test their friendship and Rex's love for his family. The story opens an exciting future for Rex who genuinely loves Filipino food. Follow Rex and the gang in Foodtrip!

Katag by Rico Magallona

Katag

Free

In the graphic novel "Katag" we delve into relatable journey of self-discovery within the challenging world of high school. Rico, peculiar student, grapples with his wits in the struggles of high school. Rico is weird. He is awkward. He is "katag ug utok" scatterbrained. He tries to get through class with unconventional methods to focus. But these methods, though effective in their own unique way, aren't always appreciated by his teachers and peers. To avoid trouble and fit in, Rico resorts to masking his true self. He adopts a facade that conceals his quirks and eccentricities, making him blend ni with the crowd. It's a coping mechanism that many of us can relate to - the struggle to be ourselves in a world that often demands conformity. Along the way, he discovers a new thing that could clear his head - touch. This new discovery, though incredibly effective in helping him clear his scattered mind, feels almost too unconventional to be practical.