Are you a fierce advocate for women’s empowerment, a passionate bookworm, or a budding artist eager to uplift and amplify the voices of strong, fearless women? We have an empowering opportunity that will ignite your creative spirit and help you champion the cause of women’s empowerment through the power of words. Welcome to The Write Side of Bookshelf: From Manuscript to Masterpiece, a monthly literature series and intimate creative experience by digital publishing house Bookshelf PH and The Astbury.

This September’s immersive book club get-together, “Becoming a Fearless Filipina: Step into the Big Deal of Empowerment” will feature none other than the remarkable writer and editor, Katya Lichauco, founder, managing editor, and co-author of Big Deal and Fearless Filipinas 2 on September 13, 2023, 6:00 PM, at The Astbury. This immersive creative experience and intimate conversations will revolve around using Philippine literature to empower women and create change.

Katya Lichauco is not just a writer; she is a champion of women’s voices and stories. Her journey from an ardent bookworm to a co-author of impactful books is a testament to her commitment to women’s empowerment. 

In Big Deal, Katya dives into different narratives of feminism as told through a collection of stories, poems, and art pieces of women from different backgrounds. In Fearless Filipinas 2, she celebrates the incredible stories of Filipina women who have shattered stereotypes and excelled in their fields and industries.

Dive into the creative experience

Becoming a Fearless Filipina: Step into the Big Deal of Empowerment is not your ordinary Wednesday evening escape from monotony and mundane life. It’s a platform for you to use your creativity to uplift and empower women through storytelling. During this deep creative exchange, Katya Lichauco will guide you through various aspects of writing and storytelling that can help empower women, including:

Creating Women-Centric Narratives: Learn how to craft compelling narratives about multidimensional women subjects that inspire and resonate with readers.

Tackling Gender Bias: Explore techniques for addressing gender bias and stereotypes through your writing, fostering a more inclusive narrative.

Amplifying Women’s Voices: Discover the power of storytelling in various mediums as a means to amplify women’s experiences, struggles, and triumphs.

Using Writing for Social Change: Understand how your words can be a catalyst for positive change and social progress, particularly in the realm of women’s empowerment.

Q&A Session: Engage with Katya Lichauco in an interactive Q&A session where you can gain insights into using your writing to support and advance women’s empowerment.

This promises to be an evening filled with inspiration, camaraderie, and the transformational power of words. Whether you’re a storyteller with a passion for gender equality, an avid reader looking to explore women’s narratives, or an artist eager to create change through your craft, this evening filled with intimate conversations about women empowerment and gender equality will surely bring a new perspective for your creative juices.

So mark your calendars for September 13, 2023, at 6:00 PM, and join us at The Astbury for a profound experience. Prepare to embark on a journey of empowerment and transformation, guided by the wisdom of Katya Lichauco.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that uses literature and storytelling to empower women and inspire change. Reserve your seat now and become a driving force behind women’s empowerment through words. 

Reserve your seat here: https://bit.ly/fearless-filipinas-big-deal .

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