Call for Book Chapters: TRESE as Philosophy

Calling all fans of TRESE and philosophy: here's the ultimate opportunity to merge your passions! This book project aims to explore the philosophical depths of TRESE, the acclaimed comic book series created by Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo, and its subsequent Netflix anime adaptation. From its rich mythology and ethical dilemmas to its exploration of justice, family, and the supernatural, Trese offers a rich ground for philosophical examination. Whether you want to delve into existential themes, cultural identity, or metaphysical questions raised by the series, this is your chance to contribute. Scan the QR Code or click here for details and submission guidelines.

Special thanks to: Avenida Books, Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo for the use of the Trese logo.

Aletheia Series Title Finally Bags Best Book in Philosophy Award

Finally! A philosopher from the margins, Dr. Jeffry Ocay—a pilosopo from Bohol—has received the prestigious Best Book in Philosophy award for his groundbreaking work, Critical Theory at the Margins, in the 42nd National Book Awards. This recognition highlights the powerful insights and unique perspectives that emerge when voices from the periphery enter the philosophical discourse.

This is Aletheia Publishing’s fifth nomination and second win, a testament to the strength and originality of the works it champions. As Aletheia approaches its tenth anniversary next year, we could not be happier to reach these milestones—achieved through a commitment to publishing critical and often overlooked voices. Despite the challenges faced in an evolving publishing landscape, Aletheia remains dedicated to amplifying diverse perspectives and fostering intellectual growth at the margins.

Thank you to our readers, authors, and the entire philosophical community for your continued support. Here’s to many more years of thought-provoking books that dare to question, critique, and influence. Watch out for our upcoming publications!

Critical Theory at the Margins Nominated for Best Book in Philosophy in 42nd NBDB Book Awards

 

Aletheia Publishing @ The Philippine Book Festival

Looking for fiction from Mindanao in the upcoming Philippine Book Festival at the World Trade Center? Check out PROCLIVITIES: Stories from Kidapawan at The Indie Publishers Collab PH booth.

The Philippine Book Festival (PBF) is the largest Filipino book festival coming this June 2 to 4 at the World Trade Center in Manila. Unlike the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) where about half of the selection also comprises imported titles or books by foreign authors, the PBF is an event that "celebrates the best of Philippine literature, culture, and content, that brings education, entertainment, and shopping together in one thrilling festival for families, friends, and book enthusiasts alike," said NBDB Executive Director Charisse Aquino-Tugade, during the media press conference. "It’s the first ever in the country, where the spotlight is on Filipino books, creators, and readers," she added.

Organized by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), the Philippine Book Festival will feature book signings with hundreds of Filipino writers and creators as well as established and independent Filipino publishers featuring their new and backlist titles across all genres.

Aletheia Publishing is exhibiting the book PROCLIVITIES at The Indie Publishers Collab PH booth.

Written by Palanca Award-winning author Karlo Antonio Galay David, PROCLIVITIES is a collection of short stories that explore the author's fascination with the peculiar manifestations of trauma and the complex psychology of the Modern Mindanao Settler. Each tale is brilliantly complemented by the hypnotic artwork of fellow Mindanawon artist Raffael David Westram, whose black and white illustrations playfully invite viewers to analyze them like psychometric inkblots. You may find more details about the book here.

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Aletheia Philosophy Series Title Nominated in the 40th National Book Awards

Aletheia Publishing is proud to announce that the first title of its Philosophy Series, Thought-Pieces: Nietzschean Reflections on Anti-foundationalism, Ethics, and Politics by Paolo A. Bolaños has been selected as a finalist in the Best Book in Philosophy category of the 40th National Book Awards.

It is worth noting that this is the first time the prestigious award-giving institution has added a Philosophy category, as previous winners with similar or related subjects were placed under Best Book in Social Sciences. (In fact, because there was no Philosophy category when the above title was submitted to NBDB for consideration, it was initially endorsed under the Social Sciences category.)

This recognition by NBDB should reverberate in Filipino philosophical communities, hopefully encouraging professionals and practitioners to write (and subsequently publish) more outputs besides textbooks.

Aletheia Philosophy Series was launched last 2022 as an alternative venue (other than university presses and journals) to promote the philosophical outputs of Filipino philosophers. For those interested to know more about this series, you may visit this page.

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