Under The City Lights by S.J. Wolf

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UNDER
THE CITY LIGHTS

BY S.J. WOLF

STORY DESCRIPTION

“I found myself sitting in front of a girl with long and curly red hair at a McDonald’s restaurant, just here in Southside Boulevard, and things seem okay.”

In the worst of times and in the oddest of ways, Vina Morgan, a 20-year-old college girl, finds a safe haven in the presence of a complete stranger. Together, they build a world of their own and journey through the mystery of who they are as individuals.

Under the City Lights is more than just a story about a love lost and love found. It dwells on the open-minded side of being human, and the reality of life in the perspective of someone who’s living beyond societal norms.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Book Size: 8.5 x 5.5 inches
Cover: Full-color cover with matte lamination
Inside Pages: Black and white printing on white paper
Number. of Pages: 400
With free bookmark (full-color with matte lamination)
ISBN 978-621-96328-4-3 (epub)
ISBN 978-621-96328-3-6 (paperback)
ISBN 978-621-96328-5-0 (pdf)
ISBN 978-621-8232-11-2 (Mobi/Kindle)

Under The City Lights website back cover

200+ copies sold

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REVIEWS

“For real, I fell in love with your characters and I’m not ready to say goodbye to them yet. I read this book while camping with my family last week. It kind of reminds me of perks of [being] a wallflower in a way that it doesn’t really center around specific events, just growth? Tbh this book is just really slow but cozy read & has turned into a comfort read for me! Honestly I adore SJ Wolf’s writing & I hope one day to read their works.”

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“HELLO I JUST FINISHED READING AND OMG I originally planned on reading this on Christmas break but I skimmed thru a few pages and decided I could make some time to read this and it was a roller coaster ride of emotions I got so attached to Sierra and when I tell you my jaw DROPPED. Despite the painful ending I’m glad it ended the way it did (also glad Kyle and Shannon got together I was rooting for them the whole time) I did mention I’m not the biggest bookworm and I don’t read a lot of books but this one had me in a chokehold."

via Shopee message from @marylsl

“Hey, I really love your book, it’s the first time na I read a book and ask [questions] of what [happened] next or what [will] happen to Sierra why she does it, mga ganyan. If you have another book I would love to read it, and congrats on your book it’s a really good one.”

via Instagram DM from @ulanquinto

"Bought this as a birthday gift to myself. I love how it's packed well and the handwritten notes really tell me that It was prepared with love. I was also surprised with my freebie from her book anniversary. I was so kilig talaga. Can't wait to bring this with me on my vacay ."

Shopee buyer

"Packaging was superb and delivery was relatively fast!! Been eyeing this book for a while now and I’m super excited to read it. As a fellow queer writer, it makes me so happy to see books like this come to fruition. Will definitely enjoy this."

Shopee buyer

"Saw this on tiktok and decided to buy myself a copy to support the author. Finished the book, and boy, was I shocked with the ending. Super relatable, funny and wholesome. Somehow, it feels like home. Thank you for representing our people, S.J! Looking forward to your future stories to tell."

erikafborces via Shopee

"I highly recommend this book! I won't say any spoilers, but I can say that this is eye-opening!!! Also, I got my book signed, and with freebies too!!! The packaging was also great and it really made sure that nothing inside will be damaged! Thank you so much! I hope to read more of your works!"

fanmode via Shopee

"Suitability: for the heart that seeks. Bought this in a heartbeat without reading the synopsis just coz its authored by a Filipino, a book about wlw. Mahirap makahanap ng ganito. No regrets tho cringe mabasa ka name ko sa characters kasi girl same vibes. Responsive seller and request granted and cute freebies so do buy this book!"

shanflower14 via Shopee

"Loved the cute little freebies and the short sweet note; overall, i'd say that this is a 10/10 purchase! i've been waiting so long to get my hands on this book, and I can't wait to finally start reading it! thank you s.j. wolf, i look forward to reading more of your works in the future."

laurenanikagarcia via Shopee

"Will read the book with my SO this weekend! The delivery took longer than expected but the product was well-packaged and the book was in prestine condition, all the freebies included are quaint— which I love!! Also, the seller was very nice and i loooove the dedication part. Kudos!"

talespiritu via Shopee

"The book came in perfect condition! I've read a few chapters already and I can really say that this book is DEFINITELY worth buying! The story's really interesting so far which is why I'm excited to read more. Thank you so much SJ Wolf for the free coffee and for leaving a note inside the book."

Shopee Buyer

"This is the first book I've ever bought with my own money and the first to actually intrigue me when I saw it on booktok! I am excited to delve deep into the book and immerse in the sceneries and characters as an artist. I am in love with the packaging and couldn't bear to tear the stickers!"

Shopee Buyer

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About the author

S.J. Wolf, born in 1998, is a self-published book author and poet currently working as a customer care associate for a renowned bookstore in the Philippines and a part-time online seller. She is one of the authors of Quarantined Thoughts Volume 1: Life Stories and Musings During A Pandemic ebook that is available in Amazon and Google Play.

Her self-publishing journey was featured on Villagepipol.com. She was born and raised in Iloilo City, but currently resides in Makati City, Metro Manila. For more information about S.J. Wolf, you can visit her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/sjwolfauthor/.

Names, characters, places, and events are products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Space and time have been rearranged to suit the convenience of the book. Any resemblance to historical events, places, or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods, without the prior written permission of the publisher or author.

Published by HS Grafik Print
Cover Art and Inside Layout: Kath C. Eustaquio-Derla
Editing: Paula Abiog, Kath C. Eustaquio-Derla
Proofreading: John Luke Quintana

PaperKat Books is a brand of self-published books under HS Grafik Print, a design-print-publish company based in Pasig City, Philippines.

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