In the bustling city of dreams, Asad, a reserved workaholic, finds his world turned upside down when he locks eyes with Layla, a vivacious law student. Asad's heart races, setting off a chain of events that challenge his introverted nature. Will he break free from his quiet shell to pursue the captivating Layla? Layla, known for her outgoing spirit, is drawn to Asad's mysterious charm and the mesmerizing color of his eyes. As their worlds collide, will Layla discover a love beyond her wildest dreams in the enigmatic Asad? Amidst the tempestuous journey of love, Asad and Layla face trials that test the strength of their bond. Will their love withstand the storms that love sends their way, or will they be swept apart by the turbulent winds of fate? A story based on Fate.

Madina Ahmad L-Turaj, a spirited 22-year-old, finds herself trapped in the suffocating grasp of her northern extended family, the L-Turajs, who control every facet of their lives-from love interests to career paths. With a strong desire for independence, Madina grapples with the weight of familial expectations and the constant pressure to conform to tradition. In a world where emotions are often silenced, she believes passionately that her family needs to understand that their children are more than just heirs to a legacy; they are individuals with dreams, aspirations, and changing feelings. As she navigates the complexities of love and self-discovery, Madina must confront her family's deeply ingrained values and challenge their notions of what it means to live authentically. Will Madina find the strength to break free from her family's expectations and embrace her own path, or will she remain a prisoner of their legacy? MATTERS OF THE HEART

One Number Dialed wrong. Could it have been a coincidence? Nah, i would preferably stick to fate. Amirah Adamu Bawa, the well known daughter of His excellency Alhaji Adamu Bawa, the well respected Governor of Bauchi State and Hajiya Nafisah Hamza, a daughter to the Emir of Katagum, Bauchi state finds herself interacting with a stranger over the phone. One thing leads to another and a scandal gets formed. 0o0 "You don't know. You can't predict the future" "Let's not beat around the bush and deceive ourselves but I don't see you in my future" I laughed incredulously, tears were threatening to escape now, making my eyes sting but I was never a weakling and I won't start being one over his hurtful words. Not now, not ever. "You better start seeing me in it because there's no where I'm going. We'll live together, share a room, share a bathroom, inhale in each other's scents, share our stories, you'll be someone's Father and I, Amirah Bawa will be their mother. I'll be in every sentence, in every line of your life's story one way or the other" "You're dreaming" He spat "hopelessly" he added with a mock smile. "No" I shook my head again "You're the one who's dreaming because look around you, we just finished taking the pictures that will inform the world of our impending nuptials" "Impending doom more like" He cut through my words with a sarcastic remark. "I learn to embrace what life throws at me" I taunted. His eyes clasped tightly with mine, he was so mad that his fury reflected in his gaze. They were so dark I thought I was going to pee on my self. "You can't embrace the misery I'll bring with me" With each step Kamal took I felt myself pressing, sinking further into the door. 0o0

***** NOT YOUR EVERYDAY AREWA/ HAUSA STORY***** Couples go into marriage filled with love,excitement and expectations of the future. But the story was different for this two star crossed couple. Fatimah, an overly ambitious, yet successful girl in her early 20s is matched made by her father and his best friend into marrying her father's best friend's son, Khalifa, a Journalist and an entrepreneur , the heir to Emirates groups also in his 20s. Khalifa and Fatimah went into marriage blindly, while trying hard to sort out their differences and how differently they saw life and the obstacles that laid ahead. Khalifa is arrogant, head strong, handsome and hopelessly in love with his girlfriend Aaliyah. Despite being married to Fatimah, he continued his relationship with Aaliyah who was unknownly Fatimah's closest friend at work. Aaliyah was a gold digger and was after one thing, becoming the woman of the Emirates. Follow the story of Fatimah and Khalifa to see how this two manage being totally different in a similar relationship, to see how a marriage born out of obedience changes their lives forever!! Follow the story of how marriage borne out of obedience leads to friendship, to heartbreak and to a love that was so consuming and too great to be lived.

Story of a young girl whose mother failed to fulfill her responsibilities and was raised by her stepmother who defied the stereotype of a wicked stepmother. Her marriage was arranged to an arrogant jerk who was caged in pride and ego. How will these two cope with each other. Follow me as I explore the world of Zafira.

Some say a guy and a girl can't truly be best friends- Rayhanah disagrees. Rahim Abdullahi is her best friend. He's everything she could want in a man-wealthy, handsome, smart, and kind. But she's always told herself it's just friendship. Until the threat of losing him forces her to face the truth. Desperate to help him escape a forced marriage, she proposes a solution: marry her instead. But what happens when one sees love... and the other still sees a best friend? The drama is just getting started.

Aleema and Ghaffar just got married- she married the love of her life, and he married the girl of his dreams. But Aleema's biggest mistake? Letting another woman into their home- even if she's family. Now, Aleema finds herself fighting for space, for peace, and for her place in a house that's meant to be hers. And it's proving to be the hardest battle she's ever faced.

Haram: Forbidden by Islamic Law. The children of three lifelong friends were raised to continue the bond-but it's no longer just about friendship. It's about arranged marriages, shifting alliances, and expectations none of them asked for. For Mallika and Hanif, secretly dating might have been their biggest mistake... but they're determined to make it work, no matter the cost. And for Dahir, things are only getting messier-temptation is pulling him toward something he knows he should never want. When duty clashes with desire, how far will they go before everything falls apart?

"There are a lot of things you don't know about me." She raised her eyebrows. "I love fish, I catch cold very easily, I dislike pets and I like you." She stopped eating and looked at him wide-eyed. "What?" She started coughing. "Sorry." He passed her a tumbler of water and she gulped it down swiftly, her hands shaking as she dropped the cup on the table and looked up at him completely out of words. He smiled and sat back on his chair. "Yes Maryam, I have loved you for a long time, but I didn't realize it until now, and holding it is not something I can do anymore." "I...I...ya Muhammad..." she started but he cut her off, "you don't have to answer right now, just think about it. I don't want to force anything on you, I'll accept whatever decision you make." He smiled and went back to eating. She sat there awkwardly and couldn't even eat. She couldn't believe what he had just told her. She is Maryam Abubakar He is Muhammad Abduljabbar And this is their story😉❤️

Labeebah Sheriff, known as 'BeebahShe' in the south and simply 'Beebah' in the north is your girl-next-door actress, likes to hide indoors but has enough vanity to see herself grace the screens. When tragedy strikes, Labeebah isn't surprised because to her, what could be more tragic that having an unsupportive partner? So she plunges herself harder into her work and leaves him to his antics. But how does she deal when she ends up in a wheelchair and has only her thoughts for company? What will she do? How will she even let light come back to her life? Misfortunate is Labeebah's fate. ***** The writing is beautiful and flows effortlessly well, I love the main character and this is one book I look forward to reading every chapter of. ****Halima Aliyu; author Flawed Souls****