The Secret Lives of Ofws

The Secret Lives of Ofws - Paperback

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The Secret Lives of Ofws

The Secret Lives of Ofws - Paperback

by Jet Tagasa
$25.33
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Book Overview

by Jet Tagasa (Author)

What does a Mananangal (Viscera Sucker) in Riyadh, A Mambabarang (Witch) in Dubai, and an Oryol (Water Nymph) in Hong Kong have in common? In this collection of short stories, they are all Filipino migrant workers struggling to survive the challenges of the OFW experience.

Author Biography

Jet Tagasa is a former OFW and broadcast media professional. She lived and worked in Hong Kong and Dubai for over two decades, from 1996 to 2018. In 2019, she settled back in Manila, alongside her husband and two cats. When she's not weaving spine-chilling stories, Jet unleashes her creative energy as an events creative in Manila, Philippines. Her inaugural literary venture, The Secret Lives of OFWs, opens a new chapter in her storytelling journey.

Number of Pages: 218
Dimensions: 0.5 x 7.75 x 5 IN
Publication Date: March 15, 2025
ISBN9789815204858
Author Jet Tagasa
PublisherPenguin Books
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedMarch 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages218
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Jet Tagasa

Jet Tagasa is a former OFW and broadcast media professional. She lived and worked in Hong Kong and Dubai for over two decades, from 1996 to 2018. In 2019, she settled back in Manila, alongside her husband and two cats. When she's not weaving spine-chilling stories, Jet unleashes her creative energy as an events creative in Manila, Philippines. Her inaugural literary venture, The Secret Lives of OFWs, opens a new chapter in her storytelling journey.

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