Chavacano Books
VOCES DEL ALMA
Voces del Alma is the first bilingual anthology of original Chavacano poetry by multiple contributors.
Sombra y Luz (first edition of Voces del Alma)
The maiden issue of Voces del Alma is titled Sombra y Luz. The book contains more than twenty original poems by ten Zamboangueño writers from different backgrounds and generations, including both amateur and budding writers.
Every Chavacano poem in the anthology is accompanied by an English translation, making it accessible to a wider audience.
HISTORY
Sombra y Luz is the result of the first Bien Chabacano Poetry Writing Contest. Aside from contributions from writers both within and outside Zamboanga City, the anthology features works by participants in Bien Chabacano's first poetry writing contest.
MISSION
To be a platform for Chavacano poets, both new and emerging, to be heard.
VISION
To inspire more people, especially the youth to read, write, and appreciate our language.
Editor and Publisher: Jerome Herrera
English Translators: English translations were provided by the poets themselves, the editor, and Rozel Mar J. Miranda.
Contributors:
Arnolyn Balaton
EJ Franz Hugo
Isidro Floreta
Jason Kris Kanindot
Ryan Jimenez
Jayline Gonzales-Barredo
Mark Matthew D. S. Viñas
Mary Chris Turno
Nyka Ela Atilano Nueva España
Rocel Matthew M. Gregorio
HOW TO BUY
For printed copies of the anthology, interested readers may inquire through the Bien Chabacano Facebook page.
EL DIUTAY PRINCIPE
El Diutay Principe is the Chavacano translation of Le Petit Prince or The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. It was translated and self-published by Jerome Herrera. First released in September 2018, it was reprinted in October of 2022 due to the continuous demand for books in Chavacano.
GOAL
To give dignity and elevate the prestige of the Chavacano language.
FEATURES
- Printed on glossy and smooth high-quality paper which gives the illustrations in the book a more vibrant look
- Written in the recommended Chavacano orthography (spelling) by the city government of Zamboanga
- Printed using state-of-the-art, high-end, and eco-friendly printers
- Follows closely the layout of the original French edition
- Uses easy to understand and contemporary Chavacano
- Contains a glossary for better comprehension and to widen the reader’s Chavacano vocabulary
- Includes an in-depth guide and explanation of the spelling system used
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