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Jose Rizal
Jose Rizal ranks as the most important Filipino writer. Rizal, the son
of a prominent farmer, studied at the University of Madrid. He was a
bright medical student devoted to the Spanish rule reform. Rizal
resided in Europe between 1882 and 1892. While studying in
Europe, he honed his sculpting, painting, and drawing skills.
Nick Joaquin
The renowned Filipino writer was born in 1917 and died in 2004. His
passion for literature and writing influenced his personal life.
F. Sionil Jose
The revered Filipino writer’s work has received national and
international applause. Jose’s many novels and short stories (which
Jose wrote in English) explore Philippine society’s complexities.
Carlos Bulosan
Bulosan was one of the most famous authors in the Philippines in
the 20th century. Born in the Philippines, Bulosan grew up
in adverse poverty and hardship. He later immigrated to the United
States in 1931.
Joanne Ramos
Ramos’ compelling stories explore themes of class, gender, race,
and power.
Born in the Philippines and raised in Wisconsin, Ramos studied at
Princeton University. She later pursued a successful career in
finance. However, after years of working in investment banking and
private equity firms, she decided to follow her passion for writing.
Lualhati Bautista
This talented writer has made invaluable contributions to literature
through her realistic portrayal of social and cultural issues. She has
authored several books, including Dekada ’70. The book is about a
middle-class family’s struggles during the Martial Law era.
Her works have been translated into various languages and have
won numerous awards, including the National Artist Award for
Literature in 2014.
She also authored Gapo and Bata, Bata Pa’no Ka Ginawa? (Child,
How Were You Made?).
Malaka Gharib
Gharib is a talented Egyptian-Filipino journalist, editor, and
cartoonist. She attended the University of California, where she took
comparative ethnic studies. After graduating, Gharib was a
newsroom assistant for National Public Radio (NPR) before moving
to Washington, DC.
Jessica Hagedorn
Many publications, like The New Yorker and Lincoln Center, have
featured her exciting work. Additionally, she has collaborated with
talented artists like Robert Wilson and Laurie Anderson.
Elaine Castillo
Before her writing career, Castillo was a journalist for several news
organizations. Some companies she worked for include The New
York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Time Magazine. Castillo
grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area. She later attended the
University of California, Berkeley, earning her Bachelor’s in
Comparative literature.
Mia Alvar
She won the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize for her In the Country.
The short story is about the lives of Filipinos and their diaspora
communities worldwide. Several famous authors in the Philippines
have lauded the book for its accurate portrayal of issues.
In 2005, she won the James Laughlin Award from the Academy of
American Poets. Reyes has also contributed to various anthologies,
journals, and literary magazines. In addition, she has taught at
multiple institutions, including Mills College, the University of San
Francisco, and the Dominican University of California.
Severino Reyes
Reyes was a prominent Filipino playwright, novelist, and actor. He
studied at the University of Santo Tomas and earned a law degree.
However, his love for literature was too strong, so he pursued
writing full-time.
In 1902, he wrote his first play, “Walang Sugat.” Reyes was also
highly regarded for Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang. The short
story features an old lady who entertains her grandchildren with
adventure and romance tales.