Arnold Arre Livres

Who is Andong Agimat? A new brand of superhero from the rich lore of Philippine myth. In this spellbinding action adventure from Arnold Arre, the great master of the graphic novel, the age-old divide between good and evil widens. In a world yearning for stability, a renegade force arrives, spreading chaos amidst the populace in the form of a gruesome plague. This is when the world needs Andong Agimat--and his mysterious amulet. Can the talisman's secret powers repel the forces of chaos?

The Mythology Class follows Nicole Lacson, an anthropology student at the University of the Philippines. When she is summoned to a secret meeting by the mysterious Madame Enkanta, Nicole finds herself face-to-face with living creatures from mythology and folklore that she never imagined existed in real life! Tikblangs, kapres and a range of engkantos--fantasy figures from her grandfather's bedtime stories--challenge her previously held notions of reality. Nicole embarks on a quest through the streets of metropolitan Manila with a ragtag crew of college students. With guest appearances from legendary Filipino heroes like Sulayman, Kubin and Lamang, Nicole's class must face down and repel an ancient evil

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Manila, this action-adventure introduces a unique superhero rooted in Philippine mythology. As a gruesome plague spreads chaos, Andong Agimat emerges from the streets to confront the malevolent forces threatening society. Armed with a mysterious amulet, he must uncover its secret powers to restore balance. The story explores the timeless struggle between good and evil, enriched by the supernatural elements of Philippine lore, making for a captivating read.

This romantic graphic novel takes you to the heart of the Philippines. Halina Mitchell is half-Filipino, half-American. She's also a native New Yorker--sophisticated, cultured, and confident. On her first visit to the Philippines, she arrives in Manila to reconnect with relatives only to encounter a world of surprises that turn all her assumptions on their head. With the intrepid film critic Cris as her guide, she discovers a Manila that few others get to see. Cris's wry takes on bad movies offer Halina a new lens on the modern world as he whisks her through his hometown at breakneck speed--including a crash course in Manila street life and the thrills and perils of midnight driving. In turn, Halina gives the struggling writer a newfound appreciation for his city and his culture. Perfect for fans of opposites attract romances like Fangs and The Prince and the Dressmaker, this book offers a rom-com take on modern life and a touching story of friendship, love, and cross-cultural (mis)understanding from a renowned Filipino graphic novel pioneer. Captured in Arre's distinctive style, Halina Filipina is about finding one's place in the world--or in two worlds at once!