Racquel Sarah A. Castro's Blog, page 28
July 24, 2015
Take Chances on Reading These Books
Mina V. Esguerra’s Books
Welcome to Envy Park
Fairy Tale Fail
Interim Goddess of Love 1
Forget Me Not by Addie Lynn Co
Just For the Record by Six delos Reyes
Paper Planes Back Home by Tara Frejas
Choco Chip Hips by Agay Llanera
The Boyfriend Backtrack by Dawn Lanuza
Blast From Two Pasts by Kristel S. Villar
Only A KIss by Ines Bautista Yao
Save the Cake by Stella Torres
Finding X by Miles Tan
Driven by Love by Marian Tee
In Over Her Head by Anne Plaza
Faith in Forgiveness by Jessy Rei
Rhythm by Ena
#BUQOYA NOVELS
BUQOYA 1: Taking Chances by Justine Camacho-Tajonera, Racquel Sarah A. Castro , Six delos Reyes , Kaye Dee, Rafael P. Pascual and Jen Suguitan
BUQOYA 2: Sweet Complications by Sassy Fova, Amae Dechavez, Kristel Ann Cruz, Ines Bautista-Yao, Charm Lee, and Irish Fleur
BUQOYA 3: Finding Fairytales by Anne Plaza, Kat Sales, R. Linea, Ana Valenzuela, Cassandra Javier, and C.P. Santi
BUQOYA 4: Heart Choices by Lyka Caparos, Jayen San Diego, Claire Du, Dawn Lanuza, Fay Sebastian , and Kristel S. Villar
BUQOYA 5: Perfect Moments by Sue Donymko, Audrine Pascal, Charm Jacinto, Madelyn Tuviera, Jessica E. Larsen, and KZ Riman
Plain Vanilla by Ines Bautista Yao
A Portrait of Jade by Justine Camacho Tajonera
Fall For Grace by Anne Plaza
When Cocoy Meets Kikay by C.P. Santi
The Path of Us by Cassandra Javier
Anything You Want Me To by Audrine Pascal
Foreign Books
The Longest Ride by Nicholas Sparks
In The Beginning There Was Us by Ingrid Jonach
Where Love Finds You by Marilyn Grey
July 21, 2015
A Review: In the Beginning There Was Us by Ingrid Jonach
Racquel Says: With complex characters like Abbey and Cole, the book has evolved in a very intricate narrative. Although I am not a fan of science fiction novels, Ingrid Jonach takes me to a world where I could believe in love. It made me want to read more science fiction novels in the future. Maybe i could write a science fiction too.
I am rating this FOUR STARS!
July 15, 2015
July 10, 2015
Green Ribbon Campaign
If you read When Fate Speaks Big Time, you will be familiar of the Green Ribbon Campaign. If you haven’t read it, buy it here.
Cerebral Palsy . . . What is it?
According to Wikipedia, Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. Signs and symptoms vary between people. Often problems include: poor coordination, stiff muscles, weak muscles, trouble swallowing or speaking, and tremors among others. There may also be problems with sensation, vision, and hearing. Often babies with cerebral palsy do not roll over, sit, crawl, or walk as early as other children their age. Difficulty with the ability to think or reason and seizures each occurs in about one third of cases. While the symptoms may get more noticeable over the first few years of life, the underlying problems do not worsen over time.
Cerebral Palsy International Research Foundation stated facts for you to understand more about Cerebral Palsy.
Key Facts About Cerebral Palsy
Every hour, another child is born with Cerebral Palsy (CP).
It is the most common physical disability in childhood.
Cerebral Palsy is a life-long physical disability caused by damage of the developing brain.
CP is a condition that is permanent, but not unchanging.
In most cases, brain injury leading to cerebral palsy occurs during pregnancy.
Cerebral palsy, except in its mildest forms, can be evident in the first 12-18 months.
Motor disability can range from minimal to profound, depending on the individual.
Children with Cerebral Palsy are likely to also have other impairments in addition to their motor disability.
Spastic Hemiplegia, where one half of the body has difficulty with voluntary movement, is the most common presentation of Cerebral Palsy.
There is no known cure.
Statistics
Globally, over 17 million people have Cerebral Palsy.
1 in 500 babies is diagnosed with Cerebral palsy.
1 in 2 people with Cerebral Palsy live in chronic pain.
1 in 3 cannot walk.
1 in 5 cannot talk.
1 in 10 has a severe vision impairment.
1 in 25 has a severe hearing impairment.
Of all children with Cerebral Palsy, 60% are born at term.
Currently, the number of people with Cerebral Palsy is expected to increase.
There is no known cure.
Plans for the Green Ribbon Campaign
Blog Tours
Spread Cerebral Palsy Awareness on campuses
Spread Cerebral Palsy Awareness on companies
Spread Cerebral Palsy Awareness in the Philippines
July 6, 2015
An Interview With Racquel Sarah A. Castro
Originally posted on Virtue Christian Book Awards:
We’ve featured Racquel on our website before, to read it, click here. Now, you’ll be getting more insight into the life of this wonderful and inspiring young woman; we recently interviewed Racquel and she inspired us greatly!
Why do you write? Why did you choose this profession?
I write to convey inspiration. I have difficulty in speaking so why not use my knowledge to deliver messages of hope to everyone. I chose being a writer/author to give a loud voice for Cerebral Palsy Awareness. It has been my ultimate dream to be the living testimony of God’s work in progress.
What’s the most fulfilling aspect about writing?
When you write, you can really connect with your readers and influence them. As for me, I write for God’s glory.
How do you come up with story lines?
God has been so generous that He poured out so much wisdom and guidance…
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Random Reaction from Racquel
Originally posted on Bibliophile Soprano:
An Important Note: These reactions are shared by real people–and as a talk show would put it: The views and opinions of these people do not necessarily state or reflect my own.
How would you define book discrimination?
Book Discrimination. It is not reading a book that does not qualify on a reader’s standards.
How do you feel about it?
New Authors experience this. Readers have their set of standards regarding books. It’s either the authors are popular, have good ratings and that is really fine. But the mere fact that authors really worked hard for a book, each book should be treated equal.
What do you think is the cause of book discrimination?
Close-mindedness.
What would you do against it?
I will buy discriminated books and rate them :)
Fill in the blanks. More people should read ________ by ________ because ________.
More people should read discriminated books by new…
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July 5, 2015
Racquel Sarah A. Castro
Thank you VCBA!
Originally posted on Virtue Christian Book Awards:
The very beautiful Racquel is an inspiration for many. A woman of strong spirit who writes to inspire!
On her Smashwords.com author page, her biography goes thus:
Racquel Sarah A. Castro is living with Cerebral Palsy. She always wanted to inspire people in all ways and proves the goodness of God through her life.
Here’s her smashwords interview:
What motivated you to become an indie author?
I have been motivated by my fellow persons with disabilities. I want to help spread awareness that we, physically challenged individuals, can make a difference in a way that I can convey their life long struggles through my works. I may not get it from print publishers but with self publishing technology, it may be possible.
What is your writing process?
my writing process…. First, I think of a good title. Then search if it exists. If not, I will now conceptualize the story…
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June 28, 2015
When I am not writing . . .
Because I am a foodie, I eat my favorite foods (Burger, McNuggets, Stick-O, mango and chocolate ice cream)
I am a programmer and a web designer . . .
I am a music minister . . . No I don’t sing . . . i wish I can someday. Maybe at my wedding, they will allow that . . . or else they will not eat. haha
I am a YA minster . . . Singles from JCRBCC
I am a researcher too :)
I am a math tutor. Yes I love math! Trigonometry is my favorite branch! Just had our tutorial session last June
I am a cerebral palsy awareness advocate. And I fulfilled my calling and will fulfill.
I am a World Vision online liker and sharer for now :) But I will support WV PH soon.
Together with my family, i am a ground volunteer for an organization based in Dubai, UAE.
A frustrated Book Reviewer :P I cannot be a critique. I like to encourage :)
An Ate to my sibs (A quiet one?)
A daughter
A grand daughter
A frustrated singer (I can do that while I am in the bathroom)
A Blogger of course :)
A Chatter? (Yeah)
First time camper: Camp Nano
A Learner
June 27, 2015
#MoreLoveInPH KickOff
Romance Writers of the Philippines (RWP) held the very first Multi-Author Bash.
It really went well as the writers interact with their fans and fellow authors. I joined in every giveaway!
The First Batch of Authors:
Saturday, June 27
10AM-11AM Romance Writers of the Philippines (Kick-Off)
11AM-12NN Ines Bautista Yao
12NN-1PM Cassandra Javier
1PM-2PM Fay Sebastian
2PM-3PM Carla de Guzman
3PM-4PM Edith Joaquin
4PM-5PM Bianca Mori
5PM-6PM Claire Du
6PM-7PM C. P. Santi
7PM-8PM Ana Tejano
8PM-9PM Chrissie Peria
Tomorrow is another day to Celebrate LOVE! Join me as I take over at 5 in the evening!
Sunday, June 28
10AM-11AM Miles Tan
11AM-12NN Marian Tee
12NN-1PM Eve Montelibano (Official)
1PM-2PM Kristel S. Villar
2PM-3PM Mina V. Esguerra
3PM-4PM Six de los Reyes
4PM-5PM A.S. Santos (SPRG (Student Paranormal Research Group))
5PM-6PM Racquel Sarah A. Castro
6PM-7PM Stella Torres
7PM-8PM Angela Pangilinan
8PM-9PM Romance Writers of the Philippines (Last Hurrah)
Love love love!
Heart Heart
Racquel Sarah A. Castro
