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Nightjar
At nighttime, they will all come alive and you will fight to survive. 'Nightjar' is Jahric Lago’s first-ever collection of unrelated yet thrillingly connected eight dark fantasy tales with unrelenting horror, frightening monsters, and jarring revelations.
A family locked inside their house not knowing that a vicious beast lurks inside. Two best friends spend their time in a paradise when a horrifying mermaid with a vindictive mission surfaces. An old woman avenges her younger self from a dissolute wakwak who ruined her normal, simple life. A high-spirited manananggal who loves the human race faces a terrorizing plight that will change her perspective of humans forever. A woman ties a knot in Almassora, Spain where meteors and unearthly creatures are known to arise. Two high schoolers search for a missing student who gets abducted by the mud monster of Pasig River. A group of call center agents are trapped inside their office where a deadly unfortunate event tangled with scales and hisses unfolds. A guy wakes up with strange scratches on his body caused by a windborne wraithlike dark creature from an otherworldly nightmare.
A darkness filled with terror, mystery, and fantasy. A fight to surrender. A fright to dismember. A night to remember. Brave the night and step into the darkness.
A family locked inside their house not knowing that a vicious beast lurks inside. Two best friends spend their time in a paradise when a horrifying mermaid with a vindictive mission surfaces. An old woman avenges her younger self from a dissolute wakwak who ruined her normal, simple life. A high-spirited manananggal who loves the human race faces a terrorizing plight that will change her perspective of humans forever. A woman ties a knot in Almassora, Spain where meteors and unearthly creatures are known to arise. Two high schoolers search for a missing student who gets abducted by the mud monster of Pasig River. A group of call center agents are trapped inside their office where a deadly unfortunate event tangled with scales and hisses unfolds. A guy wakes up with strange scratches on his body caused by a windborne wraithlike dark creature from an otherworldly nightmare.
A darkness filled with terror, mystery, and fantasy. A fight to surrender. A fright to dismember. A night to remember. Brave the night and step into the darkness.
105 pages, Paperback
First published March 25, 2023
About the author
Jahric Lago
12 books72 followersJahric Lago is a writer, published author, manuscript editor, graphic designer, book layout designer, and a proud Mariah Carey fan. He currently serves as the Private Secretary to the President of the Philippine Normal University. He has written and published more than 20 books with PSICOM Publishing Inc. and TBC Publications. His first works, the humor memoir-style titles Anong Klaseng Estudyante Ka?, Anong Klaseng Empleyado Ka?, and Buti Pa Ang Leron Leron May Sinta, remain among his most recognized early works.
His other works include Dreamland (co-written with Cheska Mateo), 20 Nights in Heaven, Giovanni Bactol Jr., his dark fantasy duology, Nightjar and Metamorphosis, as well as his children’s book Kakatok-Katok si Bitok. He also co-authored Endless Love, a love poetry collection written with his partner JM Bolo, launched at the Manila International Book Fair 2025.
He is the founder and owner of TBC Publications, an independent publishing organization that supports a community of Filipino authors, editors, designers, and independent publishers. He is the creator and editor of the anthology series Jahric Lago Presents, TBC Novelette Series, and TBC Halo-Halo Atbp. Previously, he served as the Editor-in-Chief of Valley Voice under the PLMar Center for Public Affairs, Information, and Publications Services (PLMar-CPAIPS). He graduated cum laude with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management and was recognized as Journalist of the Year at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina.
He lives in Manila, writing his next masterpiece while listening to an audiobook or to the great music of Mariah Carey.
His other works include Dreamland (co-written with Cheska Mateo), 20 Nights in Heaven, Giovanni Bactol Jr., his dark fantasy duology, Nightjar and Metamorphosis, as well as his children’s book Kakatok-Katok si Bitok. He also co-authored Endless Love, a love poetry collection written with his partner JM Bolo, launched at the Manila International Book Fair 2025.
He is the founder and owner of TBC Publications, an independent publishing organization that supports a community of Filipino authors, editors, designers, and independent publishers. He is the creator and editor of the anthology series Jahric Lago Presents, TBC Novelette Series, and TBC Halo-Halo Atbp. Previously, he served as the Editor-in-Chief of Valley Voice under the PLMar Center for Public Affairs, Information, and Publications Services (PLMar-CPAIPS). He graduated cum laude with a degree in Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management and was recognized as Journalist of the Year at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina.
He lives in Manila, writing his next masterpiece while listening to an audiobook or to the great music of Mariah Carey.
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May 1, 2023
It is a collection of dark fantasy stories. For someone like me who is very imaginative, this book is very interesting.
December 25, 2024
Folklore horrors smashing through our 21st century denials of the supernatural.... Not even the bright lights in a call center office can fend them off.... 😁
September 13, 2023
Gripping Thriller Book
Nightjar's consists of 8 horror short stories that will intrigue, frighten, and will make you ask for more.
First of all, I wanted to thank the author kuya Jahric for providing me a copy of Nightjar, it was so really nice of you🥰. But readers, please note that this doesn't affect my review, what you see is purely my thoughts about the book.
Reading through, I notice that most of the creatures are based on the famous mythical creatures here in the Phillipines, and I find it nostalgic because when I was young my grandma used to tell me stories about it. But some creatures are not familiar, so I think it's from the creative mind of the author, and it's very clever and original. If you like watching Shake, Rattle & Roll, this is a must read for you. What I love about this book is it doesn't just scare the hell out of you, but it also gives pieces of reality that which adds up giving life to the book. Overall, I love it and I'm manifesting for more thrillers from the same author.🤞
Nightjar's consists of 8 horror short stories that will intrigue, frighten, and will make you ask for more.
First of all, I wanted to thank the author kuya Jahric for providing me a copy of Nightjar, it was so really nice of you🥰. But readers, please note that this doesn't affect my review, what you see is purely my thoughts about the book.
Reading through, I notice that most of the creatures are based on the famous mythical creatures here in the Phillipines, and I find it nostalgic because when I was young my grandma used to tell me stories about it. But some creatures are not familiar, so I think it's from the creative mind of the author, and it's very clever and original. If you like watching Shake, Rattle & Roll, this is a must read for you. What I love about this book is it doesn't just scare the hell out of you, but it also gives pieces of reality that which adds up giving life to the book. Overall, I love it and I'm manifesting for more thrillers from the same author.🤞
July 1, 2024
"Nightjar" by Jahric Lago is a collection of eight dark fantasy tales that left me breathless with fear and excitement. Each story is filled with horrifying monsters and shocking twists that kept me on edge throughout. From a family trapped with a vicious beast to friends encountering a malevolent mermaid, the tales are both thrilling and chilling.
Reading "Nightjar" made me feel like I was exploring a world where darkness reigns and unexpected terrors lurk around every corner. Lago's storytelling is vivid and gripping, drawing me into each tale with its eerie atmosphere and intense suspense. The characters' struggles against supernatural forces and their own fears resonated deeply with me, making each story a compelling journey into the unknown.
If you enjoy stories that blend terror, mystery, and fantasy, "Nightjar" is a book that will haunt your thoughts long after you finish reading. It's a testament to Lago's skill in weaving tales of horror that leave a lasting impression. Brace yourself and dive into the darkness—it's a night you won't soon forget.
Reading "Nightjar" made me feel like I was exploring a world where darkness reigns and unexpected terrors lurk around every corner. Lago's storytelling is vivid and gripping, drawing me into each tale with its eerie atmosphere and intense suspense. The characters' struggles against supernatural forces and their own fears resonated deeply with me, making each story a compelling journey into the unknown.
If you enjoy stories that blend terror, mystery, and fantasy, "Nightjar" is a book that will haunt your thoughts long after you finish reading. It's a testament to Lago's skill in weaving tales of horror that leave a lasting impression. Brace yourself and dive into the darkness—it's a night you won't soon forget.
November 2, 2023
“A𝔱 𝔫𝔦𝔤𝔥𝔱 𝔱𝔦𝔪𝔢 𝔱𝔥𝔢y 𝔴𝔦𝔩𝔩 𝔠𝔬𝔪𝔢 𝔞𝔩𝔦𝔳𝔢, 𝔞𝔫𝔡 y𝔬𝔲 𝔴𝔦𝔩𝔩 𝔣𝔦𝔤𝔥𝔱 𝔱𝔬 𝔰𝔲𝔯𝔳𝔦𝔳𝔢”
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𝙉𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙟𝙖𝙧 is Jahric Lago first ever collection of terrifying fantasy tales filled with horror and monsters. The book is composed of eight distinct dark fantasy stories that will shock and frighten you with their unexpected turns of events and story twists 💀👻
You know what amaze me? Is that, it’s about fantasies but it gives me real life lesson and realization. There are many distinct monsters mentioned in the story but you know I realize that mas nakakatakot parin ang mga tao. Theirs a part in the story that makes me realize that “Humans are the Real Monster” and I agree.👻⭐️✨
So to further know more about the book and know more about the story pls watch my NEW VLOG on my YOUTUBE CHANNEL : Blazing Tesorero🔥✨
HAPPY HOLLOWEEN @Everyone 💀🖤✨
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𝙉𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙟𝙖𝙧 is Jahric Lago first ever collection of terrifying fantasy tales filled with horror and monsters. The book is composed of eight distinct dark fantasy stories that will shock and frighten you with their unexpected turns of events and story twists 💀👻
You know what amaze me? Is that, it’s about fantasies but it gives me real life lesson and realization. There are many distinct monsters mentioned in the story but you know I realize that mas nakakatakot parin ang mga tao. Theirs a part in the story that makes me realize that “Humans are the Real Monster” and I agree.👻⭐️✨
So to further know more about the book and know more about the story pls watch my NEW VLOG on my YOUTUBE CHANNEL : Blazing Tesorero🔥✨
HAPPY HOLLOWEEN @Everyone 💀🖤✨
May 8, 2023
The book is a rollercoaster coaster ride. Thrilling, exhilarating, freeing and fun. I love that it captures Filipino Mythological creatures. I also like that the author takes the angle that enemies are not always the monsters. Sometimes it's us, humans. Give this book a read!! 🥰
March 19, 2025
The stories are great! Wonderful and effective storytelling. It feels like I was one of the characters. I can imagine the scenes. Very evocative and imaginative. The word choices are superb. This is really a good read. Highly recommended.
August 19, 2025
5-star read
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August 2, 2025
so much thrill and fantasy. nakatatakot at napakagaling ng author na ito. i'm so proud you, melko. sana dumami pa ang iyong books. i love you endlessly! 😘😍
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