Officially ONE WEEK to go until my debut novel, SHE WHO DEVOURS, hits the shelves! Pre-order links are already up, so I thought I'd give you guys a short reader's guide as a little sneak peek into what you're getting yourselves into 😗 I hope you're all as excited as I am!!! As always, thank you so much for your overwhelming support. 💜
Maya and Aga character art by Alexia Sumilang
Happy May (and June)! Got some rest during my birthday week but now we're fully back into the swing of things! Hope to see you these next two months at one of these special events 💜
A crossover event with @packing_sheetsph and some brilliant creators! Next weekend, let’s talk about building fantasy, horror, and sci-fi worlds inspired by Filipino folklore and history.
Featuring:
@luciaasul , writer and artist of @nightgatecomics and Lucia Dreaming 🌑
@beabustawrites , author of She Who Devours ✨
@karl_jean , author of Mythica Obscura and the mindbehind @phspirits 🔍
@borgdraws , artist of @malaya.komiks , Mythspace, Kontra, and writer/artist of Endangered 🖌️
… and moderated by @rexyfromearth , writer of @maharlika.komiks and other stories, and publisher of @raygunpress 💥
Come listen to us hang out and talk, then join the convo and get your books signed! Happening at One Ayala Stacks on the 4th floor.
Just some of my favorite 5 star reviews of She Who Devours! ⭐️ it's been a few months since she first hit the shelves and it has been an absolute rollercoaster of a ride ever since (in the best way possible). there is nothing I love more than hearing your thoughts, feelings and conspiracy theories about Maya, Aga and the Hand. I am HONORED to be part of your 5-star reads. Thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart!!!
MAY 1 • twenty nine trips around the sun! never imagined i'd be where i am today. i am filled with gratitude and sushi 💜 thank you for all the love and birthday wishes!
asking @beabustawrites the books that shaped her reading journey! 💜
💡 for fans of rivals to lovers, dark academia, and filipino folklore check out Bea Bustamante’s debut novel, She Who Devours, published by @penguinbookssea . Copies are available at @_fullybooked and @nationalbookstore and select bookstores on Southeast Asia!
and yes our mic gave up huhu sorry for the audio ang daldal namin pa rin haha
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APRIL 26, 2026. I had the pleasure of joining the members of @thirddecadereads book club for their Book of the Month discussion featuring She Who Devours! Thank you to everyone who came, listened and discussed the book with me. I had the best time listening to your thoughts, stories and theories!!! Thank you for allowing Maya's story into your hearts 💜
Special thank you to Mia, Mai and Rona for coordinating with me, Redg for being a wonderful moderator, Dyosa, Czed and Billy for the videos, and all the members I met for the first time in person! Kitakits soon 👀 💜
I’m in a book!
Bea Bustamante gave me the manuscript of She Who Devours last September so I could write a blurb, and my mini-review is out ☺️
The book follows 21-year old Maya Halili, who is determined to secure her spot as a full-time faculty member at the National University of the Seven Islands, the most prestigious academic institution in the country.
Maya’s carefully constructed world of academics and ambition crumbles when the spirits of the Seven Islands draw her into a secret society known as The Hand of Kaylahon, a group of shamans that can call down the gods and allow them to use their bodies as vessels—for better or for worse.
When an ancient evil awakens and threatens to plunge their world into eternal darkness, The Hand of Kaylahon desperately tries to convince Maya to accept the spirits’ call and fight by their side.
because sharing is caring 🤲 here’s our discussion questions for She Who Devours! perfect to use for your own book clubs or as prompts for your reading journal!
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✨ GIVEAWAY TIME ✨
To celebrate a successful On The Same Page discussion with Bea Bustamante and our upcoming 1st year anniversary, we’re giving away a signed copy of She Who Devours! 🐉
How to join:
1. Must be following us, @thirddecadereads and @beabustawrites
2. Like and share this post to your stories and tag us!
3. Comment below why you want to read She Who Devours and tag three friends!
Important ❗️
• Open to Philippine residents only.
• Winner must shoulder shipping fee.
• Giveaway ends on May 10 and winner will be announced through our Instagram!
Good luck! ✨
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We had such an insightful and fun afternoon with Bea Bustamante, the author of She Who Devours! 💜
It was cool to talk about reader theories and reflections and then hear about the author’s own process in creating Maya and the world of the Seven Islands.
The conversation went from:
🌸 favorite characters
😯 Maya and Hanan’s sister dynamics
🤨 analyzing Maya’s hesitance
💫 fancasts, and wishlists and theories for the sequel
Thank you @beabustawrites for being so game and generous with sharing your writing process! 🌼 We’re all looking forward to Maya’s next chapter!!
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♥️ mini magnetic bookmarks from @chekscraftcorner
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TBR Girlies Book Club Session: Chapter Six - First Anniversary 🎉✨
We’re turning one… and this chapter is something truly special. 🥹
For our First Anniversary, we’re celebrating the community we’ve built—every story shared, every quiet reading moment, every friendship formed. This will be our most intimate and exclusive face-to-face yet, made especially for the girlies who have been part of our journey. 🥰
This chapter is for the ones who showed up, stayed, and made TBR Girlies what it is today. If you’ve attended at least one of our past sessions, this is your moment to celebrate with us. 🥂💕
💖 So grateful for our amazing collaborators:
SM Book Nook @smbooknook
National Bookstore @nationalbookstore
Claire Betita De Guzman @clairebetita
Bea Bustamante @beabustawrites
Halia Co @halia_co
Lit & Lug @litandlug
Comment or DM us to reserve your slot! 💌
