Who might be the next National Artist?
I pushed for Leo Deriada’s proclamation as National Artist for Literature here last week. But he is far from the only qualified writer for the honor. Being named National Artist…
The Curriculum of Unfairness
In the Philippines, students are not created equal. A high school student of the special section gets to use a flush toilet in a tiled and well-maintained bathroom which he…
Why Leoncio Deriada Should be National Artist
Last week I wrote a review here of Leoncio Deriada’s novel, "People on Claveria Street." With the nomination process underway, readers will forgive me if I will be a fanboy…
Nakapangyayari ang Sambayanan
Few Kidapawanons know the official motto of Kidapawan city, much less understand what it means.
‘People on Claveria Street’: A Review
People in Claveria Street, Leoncio Deriada’s second novel, is far from his best work of fiction. But it nevertheless demonstrates the value of this living literary legend to Davao and its people.