Katitikan Issue 5: Writes and Rights

The 5th issue of Katitikan explores “Writes and Rights,” highlighting the intersection of literature, identity, and advocacy in the Philippine South.

 

Introduction

Our Voices, Words of Law
Ria Valdez

 

Fiction

Ang Batang sa Pangpang
Mark Alden Arcenal

Ang Kuwento ni Lola Mina
John Carlo S. Gloria

Ang Mga Naulila
Mark Anthony Angeles

Baldado
Mark Anthony Angeles

Biting Mouths, Bitten Hands
Kent Reymark Tocayon

Cybora
Malaya

Dark Side of the City
Shinnen Cahandig

Executive Order
Mark Anthony Angeles

Feli
Ariel B. Logroño

Ikalawang Kamatayan
Malaya

Makit-an Pa Nako Siyang Galaroy-laroy sa Kilid-kiliran
Cyrus Adrian C. Rom

Messenger
John Carlo S. Gloria

Nanaghoy ang Dahili sa Ginbiktan
Rey B. Araneta

Nataran
Ronan R. Lingatong

Pamainit
Ronnel Victor Kilat

Pilipinas, 2026
John Carlo S. Gloria

The Call of the Dead
Catlyn Rose Laurente

The Slaying of the War Crab
Junelie Anthony Velonta

The Symphony of Frogs
Ava Arnejo

 

Poetry

A friend asks if I’ve been writing
Andre Aniñon

Across the Multiverse
Hezron Pios

Bato nga Ginoo
Gilford Doquila

Dagat-dagatang Putik
John Rafael M. Alcantara

Evidence
Alyza Taguilaso

For Simon
Raphael Salise

From the Top of the Bridge
Liane Carlo R. Suelan

Hukayin Natin ang Langit
Gerald Castillo Galindez

Karayom
Jason Federigan Pozon

Lesson in Immunology
Andre Aniñon

Makinang de Pedal
Jason Federigan Pozon

Manikin
Jason Federigan Pozon

Medida
Jason Federigan Pozon

No Loitering Allowed
Aki Dueñas

Sa Mga Hantatawo
Ivan Ridge Arbizo

The students are overjoyed
Andre Aniñon

Tumbang Preso
Harvey Castillo

 

Essay

Reclaiming Narratives: EliBarra Fix-it Fanfiction as a Queer Reparative Reading of Noli Me Tangere
Sean Marcus Ingalla

Salt and Coffee
David Madriaga

Visceral
Gershom Mabaquiao

 

Drama

May Sarong Kulibangbang
Jobert Grey Landeza

Nauli Man Lagi Ka?
Dan Ian Niño B. Jaducana

Pagpangandam
Yudi Santillan III

Troll
Mark Andy Pedere

About the Artist

Armand Jake Dayoha reconceptualizes Filipino myths and resurrects them through his art. This Cebu-based artist is heavily inspired by the prosaic encounters of the marginalized sectors and the distinctive patterns found in indigenous clothing from various Filipino tribes. His murals, digital illustrations, and acrylic paintings reveal his cathartic appreciation and empathy for the Filipino culture. After graduating from Psychology, he decided to do the next big leap in his career— study Fine Arts. Combining the learnings he acquired from both fields, he discovered his love for geometric patterns and bold colors. Dayoha is the co-founder of ATO Cebu which is an artist collective that aims to bring art education to marginalized communities. He wants to give underprivileged children a chance to learn and connect with art, at the same time as bringing awareness to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Quality Education. He dreams of a world wherein everyone is given the same opportunity to pursue art. For inquiries and collaboration, you may reach him at mr.aramanada@gmail.com.



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