Year 2050. After the Philippines finally became a progressive nation, fourteen-year-old Milo Sidaris and his parents moved into the country where the remaining islands are built into these colorful domes.
You would think life is gonna be normal for...
Hope you guys are safe and taking good care of yourselves. If you can't get enough of otherworldly adventures and solving mysteries, then I have something to recommend y'all! Here are some of my other works.
BIOMETRICS (Original Graphic Novel)
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Circa 2030's. The head of the secret spy organization called BIOMETRICS, Agent Torres, has entrusted his long-time friend Mr. Lee adopted four unlikely children — Janus, twins Kristian and Peter, Mina — from different parts of the globe following the invasion of the SECRYPHITES (aliens who want to take over Earth). When the children aren't training as spies, they live with their adoptive father in an apartment in Rosedale, Toronto. They deal with everyday stuff like school, bullies and hanging out with friends. Janus is a ten-year-old amnesiac who is haunted by his tragic past. Mina and the twins, who used to be brought up as child soldiers in the harsh Arctic regions of Europe, try fitting into normal life. Meanwhile, Mr. Lee works as a struggling writer and travel journalist. However, life won't be so ordinary as the kids are called on a mission to stop the SECRYPHITES from activating a deadly weapon called "The Hanabi" that could also destroy humanity. As this was my very first published novel, I hope people could give it a chance as the artwork and story gets better along the way.
SYNTHETIC BLUE (Original Graphic Novel)
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Year 2126 (Sweden). Throughout her life, twelve-year-old Jane Sandberg lived with her family in a mansion far in the forest of Jokkmokk (YOK-MOK). Here is something weird about the Sandbergs. They are not allowed to come in contact with outsiders except for the patriarch, Prime Minister Oskar Sandberg. They speak their own language. None of them ever dare step outside of the mansion. She was often told that the world is dangerous and cruel. Jane is obviously homeschooled. Meanwhile, PM Sandberg has opened the new Blue City where social outcasts like them would be accepted. However, things are not what they seem to be as Jane runs away from home and seeks to uncover the dark mysteries surrounding the city with the help of Carlos "Oz" Carino (age 12) and former professional daredevil Lukas Olafsson (age 19). Whereas "BIOMETRICS" was drawn in Photoshop, this one was made entirely on my phone. I was inspired by chalk pastel and rough storyboard drawings. This book shows what happens if we treat people differently. It reflects how we often isolate those who fail to "be like us."
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As for the older audiences:
The Case Of The Samurai
It ain't easy moving into a whole different country and having inconsiderate parents. After getting into an argument with her stepfather, thirteen-year-old Lucy Takahashi ran away from home and later got to work with a detective group known as the Vial Intelligence Agency (VIA). Together, they seek on tracking down The Samurai who is responsible for the gruesome murders across Tokyo. It's a short novel that could resonate with young folks living in a new country. It's primarily aimed at an audience between ages 15-20.
The Secret Writer's Memory
A prequel to "BIOMETRICS" set in June 2012. I recall how there are a lot of Korean students attending college here in the Philippines where it's a lot affordable. This inspired me to write a POV story in the eyes of Mr. Lee. While his real name is Lee Hyun-soo (first revealed in "BIOMETRICS"), he simply goes by his surname for privacy reasons. He shares his firsthand experience with the three founders of BIOMETRICS, with Simoun (a.k.a. Agent Torres) having established the organization in hopes of finding whatever happened to his father. Together, they attended the University of the Philippines in Manila. The public fear against aliens in the story is also inspired by the political climate during that time in the country. It's primarily targeted at ages 15-24.
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Before I close this off, I just want to remind everyone that I've chosen to go indie. None of my works would be possible if I had to work under a collective. Any vague offers (e.g. "Hey, you can publish your works at our platform ... " or "Trust me, I would like to hire you at our weird-named company!"), users asking for personal info (background/identity/age/job) and trying to cancel out anyone for their beliefs will be blocked. In case of plagiarism, unauthorized reproduction or translation of my works, kindly inform me and report them.
