Khaile Emjey Esquivel (real name Mei Anne Jiongco) is a passionate and versatile author with Spanish blood, born and raised in the coastal town of Baler, Aurora, Philippines. Deeply connected to her heritage and roots, she carries within her a blend of cultures that shapes the way she tells stories—with soul, depth, and authenticity.

A multi-platform author and literary writer across various fields, Khaile writes fluently in both English and Tagalog, allowing her to navigate diverse emotional landscapes and cultural nuances. Her writing spans fiction, poetry, reflective essays, and creative non-fiction—each piece crafted with intention and a signature voice that is both heartfelt and raw.

Known for her emotionally gripping storytelling, Khaile’s works often explore themes such as identity, mental health, forbidden love, grief, quiet strength, and unspoken longing. She has a talent for drawing readers into the inner lives of her characters—portraying not just what they do, but what they feel, fear, and hope for.

With a background in both literature and the arts, she also expresses herself as a poet, lyricist, and visual artist, merging words and imagery to tell stories that are intimate and immersive. Her Spanish-Filipino heritage influences the rhythm of her language, the emotional depth of her narratives, and the passion that drives her creativity.

Through her body of work, Khaile continues to build a space where emotions are validated, voices are amplified, and readers are reminded that they are never alone in what they feel.

Khaile Emjey Esquivel is the author of multiple books. In addition to writing, they enjoy spending time on their other passions and interests. You can sign up to get updates about their writing here.