"The Secret That Defines Us": In the shadows of mortality, a desperate mother's plea seals the fate of two strangers. Seventeen-year-old Halimatu-Sadiya's life is forever altered when she's bound in marriage to the enigmatic Dr. Nouman, a 30-year-old crown prince. The union, orchestrated on her mother's deathbed, sets off a catastrophic chain reaction that shatters the very foundations of their existence. As they navigate the labyrinthine complexities of their forced matrimony, the chasm between them seems insurmountable. The weight of their differences - age, social status, and a mutual disdain - threatens to suffocate them. Yet, amidst the turmoil, a glimmer of friendship flickers to life, kindling a spark that will eventually ignite into a fierce passion. And then, the unthinkable happens. A long-buried truth, hidden in the shadows of their families' past, is finally unearthed. The shocking revelation will shatter every preconceived notion they've held about themselves, their love, and the very fabric of their destiny. Will the secrets that define them be their salvation or their undoing? Dive into the heart-wrenching, thought-provoking world of "The Secret That Defines Us", where the lines between love, family, and identity are blurred, and the true meaning of devotion is put to the ultimate test. Complete book selar, to grab on click on the link below or the one on my profile. https://selar.com/247977s552

Inaya, a vulnerable and ambitious young girl, had her life forever altered when she was forced into marriage at the tender age of 11. The trauma and hardships that followed threatened to shatter her dreams of completing her education and building a better future. As Inaya navigates the complexities of her tumultuous marriage and the challenges that come with it, she must also contend with the difficulties faced by her family. Will she find the strength to overcome the trauma and adversity that surrounds her? Can she escape the shackles of her past and forge a new path towards achieving her dreams?

Blurb for "A Man Like Khalid" A short story about Khalid and Nadeen Nadeen's life takes an unexpected turn when she moves to Kano State for her studies at Maryam Abacha American University. Facing the challenges of a new environment, she finds solace in her friendship with the vivacious Farhana. However, her world is further upended when she meets Khalid, a compassionate doctor and Farhana's brother, under circumstances that slowly unravel into a complex web of emotions. Living with her sister Zeenat and her troubling husband Ishaq, Nadeen's initial excitement soon turns into a nightmare of harassment and fear. Her encounter with Khalid at a family dinner sparks an unexpected connection, but their budding friendship is tested when she discovers her pregnancy, a result of Ishaq's reprehensible actions. As Nadeen grapples with the turmoil of her situation, Khalid's unwavering support and kindness shine through. Despite the circumstances, Khalid vows to stand by her and accept the unborn child as his own. This journey of unexpected romance, resilience, and healing brings them closer, but not without emotional battles and heart-wrenching decisions. In "A Man Like Khalid," love is not just about romance-it's about enduring the storms of life, finding strength in the face of adversity, and discovering the true meaning of family. Nadeen and Khalid's story is a poignant exploration of trust, compassion, and the unbreakable bond that forms when two hearts choose to fight for each other, no matter the odds.

Tessa Young is an 18 year old college student with a simple life, excellent grades, and a sweet boyfriend. She always has things planned out ahead of time, until she meets a rude boy named Hardin, with too many tattoos and piercings who shatters her plans.

Royalty versus love.

Limitlessly love.

THIS BOOK IS NOW A PREVIEW It wasn't the color of his eyes, or how they were hooded and look almost half asleep, everything took on life as long as she stared into his eyes. It was what she saw in them, what he made her see, how he looked at her, there was not a single stare of his that hadn't plunged her more in love with him, with his eyes he made her feel loved, he reprimanded her with them and he made her toes curl under her feet. All the deep, dark twisted side of him became opened to her, through his eyes, at his expressive best, or when they shifted to conceal a pain that he was sure revealing that would cause her pain. His Hazels. *** If Being Bilaal's wife came with a price, it was a tag worth every cent, every pain and sacrifice she'd made all her life..

Damien Stryker is a ruthless billionaire, but when Serena Mclane is forced to marry him, she hopes to find the mercy behind his cold eyes and strong hands. ****** Damien Stryker, a domineering billionaire, is someone you don't want to get close to. Unfortunately for Serena Mclane, she doesn't have much of a choice. Always at the mercy of her family's name and legacy, Serena has to do as her father says. So when her father forces her into an arranged marriage with the one and only Damien Stryker: the truth comes out. Secrets are unveiled, and love starts to bloom. [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]]

Wren Martin is socially awkward. She blocks off herself to the world, hiding behind her favorite hoodie. All she wants to do is keep a low profile, and graduate well enough to qualify for a college scholarship. But then a babysitting job leads her to cross paths with Asher Reed, Eastview Highʼs notorious athlete. When a field injury kickstarts his senior year, heʼs turning his free time and attention to Wren. And maybe she might not want to be invisible after all. ***** [Watty's Collector's Edition Winner] [TFA Runaway Prize Winner] [[word count: 150,000-200,000 words]] Cover designed by Ashley Santoro

Tobias and Talia are complete opposites, yet thrown together in an arranged marriage. Can they navigate married life in the wake of a terrible tragedy? ***** After being pressured into an arranged marriage to merge their families' companies, Talia and Tobias are stuck living together as husband and wife. Although they are both unhappy, neither tries to make the best of it. Tobias is too busy, and Talia is too distraught by the tragic death of her former fianceé, Jason. But as time goes by and they spend more time together, an undeniable attraction develops between the two. Despite this, Tobias can't seem to see past his jealousy of Jason and accept Talia - and Talia, plagued by guilt, is unwilling to let Jason go. Are the two heading for better - or are they headed for far worse? [[word count: 50,000-100,000 words]]