PALHBOOKS

Philippine American Literary House, also known as PALH or PALHBOOKS, is an independent publisher focused on Philippine and Philippine American literature. Run by award-winning author Cecilia Manguerra Brainard, PALH publishes books and ebooks that bring Filipino and Filipino American writing, history, and culture to wider audiences. Its catalogue includes fiction, short-story collections, literary anthologies, children’s books, folktales, memoirs, and practical guides to creative writing.

Titles range from contemporary stories by Filipinos in America and collections for young adults to retellings of Asian and Philippine legends and historically grounded novellas about the Philippines. PALH also issues revised and critical editions that provide new context for significant literary works. Its books feature emerging and established writers, including authors whose work explores Filipino families, identity, political history, and diasporic experience.

The publisher sells its titles through Amazon and affiliates, with some books also available in the Philippines through Baybayin Bookshop. PALH serves readers, educators, writers, and anyone interested in Philippine and Philippine American literature, offering both creative works and resources for learning about and practicing writing