An Satuyang Tataramon: A Study of the Bikol Language "For the first time ever, two linguists have come together to write a book about the Bikol language which can be used by Bikolanos to learn more about their language. Linguists Jason William Lobel and Fr. Wilmer Joseph S. Tria have written about Bikol in a one-of-a-kind, comprehensive book covering spelling, sound system, grammar structure, sociolinguistics, dialectology, literature, and language planning. Not only ideal for teachers and students of the Bikol language, this textbook/reference book is also recommended for anybody interested in learning more about the beautiful Bikol language." Get the book that Governor Luis R. Villafuerte said "puts the Bikol language in the context of western linguistics as it also puts the Bikol language in an analytical form that can be appreciated internationally". (Vanguard Magazine, 7/31/2000). ISBN # 971-92226-0-3. 381 pages. Paperback $24.99. Hardcover $29.99.

		Bikol Literature Anthology Volume Two The second volume in our Bikol Literature Anthology series offers more long out-of-print poetry and short stories from the 1940s and 1950s, along with a new section highlighting some of the classic Bikol-language comic strips of the era. For the first time in over half a century, all of this classic Bikol literature is available for readers to enjoy again, with modernized spelling to facilitate use by readers of all ages. ISBN # 971-92226-4-6. 115 pages. $19.99, Paperback. $24.99, Hardcover.

				Philippine Travel Phrase Book: English-Tagalog-Cebuano by Luis Esteben Latoree This Philippine Travel Phrase Book is a three-way tool translating between English and the Philippines’ two most widely spoken and understood languages, Tagalog (the Philippine National Language) and Cebuano (the lingua franca of the Bisayas and Mindanao). $9.99, Paperback.
			KAPAMPANGAN Classic Kapampangan Dictionary BY ERNESTO C. TURLA “Dedicated to all loyal Pampangueños who are deeply proud of their lovely language.” This dictionary by renowned Kapampangan poet Ernesto Turla was compiled with the goal of preserving and propagating the Kapampangan language, as well as introducing the language to foreigners. In addition to its English-Kapampangan and Kapampangan-English sections, this dictionary also includes a generous section on grammar, an essay on the Kapampangan language and people, and various other extras. Published by Ernie Turla in cooperation with the Kapampangan Cultural Heritage Society. $24.99, Paperback.

Coming Soon Philippine Language Primers If you’re looking for an introduction to a Philippine language, here’s the place to start. Each of these primers includes the basics of the language: pronunciation; parts of speech like nouns, pronouns, verbs, and adjectives; an outline of sentence structure and word order; and a two-way wordlist of 500 or so of the most common and essential vocabulary. Soon available for Tagalog, Aklanon, Asi/Bantoanon, Bikol (various dialects), Cebuano, Ibanag, Ilokano, Ilonggo/Hiligaynon, Kapampangan, Kinaray-a, Masbatenyo, Onhan, Pangasinan, Romblomanon, and Waray-Waray (various dialects). Approximately 50 pages each. Tentative price: $4.99 each. Bisayan Phrasebook: Ilonggo-Waray-Cebuano-English The first-ever handy, pocket-sized tourist guide to the three main languages of the Bisayas: Ilonggo (Hiligaynon), Waray-Waray, and Cebuano. Approximately 72 pages full of words and phrases that you'll find useful in a variety of situations, whether you're finding your way around, looking for accommodations, going out to eat or just meeting new people. Tentative Price: $9.99. 2005 release. The Languages of Romblon by Jason William Lobel Located in the center of the Philippines and famous for its world-class marble, the Romblon Province is home to three distinct, intriguing languages: Romblomanon, Onhan, and Asi/Bantoanon. This descriptive study takes an in-depth look at the sound system, grammatical structure, historical development, dialectology and literature of each language, as well as exploring the differences and similarities between them. Includes polyglot mini-dictionary. Approximately 200 pages. 2006 release.

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