Ruqayyah Ameen has always been her family's pride, cherished for her beauty, kindness, and unwavering dedication to tradition and religion. Strong yet sensitive, outspoken yet deeply connected to her roots, she has always followed the path her family laid out for her. But when she meets Al-Amin, her world is turned upside down. As Ruqayyah experiences the joys and struggles of first love, she must confront new emotions, challenges, and choices that will shape her future. Join Ruqayyah on a heartfelt journey of love, faith, and self-discovery as she navigates the delicate balance between family, tradition, and her own heart.

What happens when the choices you made come back to haunt you? Set in Lagos, Nigeria, Zhulfah Ilyas comes back home after University, only to feel the four walls of her home squeezing in on her. There is a hollowness in her, a guilt she carries, and she finds herself making choices to redeem herself. Impulsive, some would say, but she has thought through the reality of how her future would be, even though getting married wasn't in the equation anytime soon. They say relationships hold up a mirror to show who you are. The question is, what happens to the self and the relationship when the reflection isn't one Zhulfah is willing to face?

#1 Youth 13th October, 2019. #1 parenting 11th August, 2019. #1 attorney 30th Sept, 2020 #5 Youth 1st October, 2019. #3 youth 28th August, 2019. #15 English 30th August, 2019 Maryam was afraid of how he made her feel. The reality of her circumstances. She had never been this emotionally raw, weak as she was with Mubarak, she physically felt safe in his presence. She had never felt safe in the presence of a man like she did with him. That was not on her agenda. She wasn't supposed to be feeling all the things she felt now, but they were there. That was the last thing she wanted. She could sense his resistance, she had never seen a man so intent on not liking her as he. The rest just ignored her, him? He saw her but it felt as if he didn't want to. And here she was all intent on Becoming Mrs Bugaje. What would he say to Maryam? This would devastate her beyond all measures. His hands travelled to hold his nape, squeezing the thick muscle there, he had never felt so worthless all his life like he did now. A graceful light-eyed girl who brightened a crowd with her mere presence, a girl with the heart of gold, his young gazelle. He had her right where he wanted, loving him like no other, despite him being reckless, nonchalant, a liar by omission and a rogue she still loved him whole. Her love made him so full that despite giving her his all he was still left with excess from her. This was the woman he would inevitably lose because of his recklessness. She would face the pain. A pain of Becoming Mrs Bugaje. He had vowed to protect her from herself. Yet he had pushed her over. He had vowed to make her see what people had done to her, she taught him forgiveness. Under all that crazy bubbly mouthiness, was his angelic queen, compassionate, loving- a jewel. Yet he ruined her. Now her ruin was his ruin, he had carried his pain long, hard and deep in his heart. She was a pain he was willing to live through life with. Her voice what he lived for. Her smile his home.

NOW IN PAPERBACK At first sight, He decided she will be perfect for the job but would she be willing to risk it all? That too for a stranger she doesn't know. Najib Ahmad has it all from wealth, the charisma to the perfect wife: Zainab but what he and his wife lack to complete their perfect family is a child. Knowing she can't give birth after being married for four years and on Zainab's insistence, they decided to try surrogacy but with a twist as the term is forbidden in Islam. Hence, Najib agrees to remarry but only for a child and that's when he meets Fatima, A surrogate candidate who agreed to marry him and carry his child for Nine months after which they will part ways with no strings attached. It wasn't easy for Fatima not to fall for his gentle nature and charisma but she masked it all up knowing she is only linked to him by the child she is carrying. When Najib starts falling for Fatima, Will his perfect relationship with Zainab still be stable? And will Fatima be His Surrogate or his Wife?

Within the walls of life lies what you are looking for. Abundance does not always lead to scarcity. Don't forget to always choose yourself and not what society wants for you. You are probably confused with all the description above, add this to your reading list and i promise you will be captivated.

Jannah Uthman, a determined twenty-one-year-old, is on a relentless quest for justice for her deceased sister, a mission fueled by grief and the desire for retribution. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she crosses paths with Abdullah Abubakar Daggash, a brilliant state prosecutor known for his sharp intellect and unwavering commitment to the law. Abdullah, often referred to as "Sheikh," is drawn to Jannah's passion and resilience, and he becomes her unexpected ally in the fight for justice. However, as their professional relationship deepens, Jannah finds herself grappling with a whirlwind of emotions. The lines between vengeance and love blur, forcing her to confront her own motivations and desires. As they navigate a web of legal battles and personal turmoil, Jannah must decide whether to embrace the healing power of love or to succumb to her thirst for vengeance. With the stakes higher than ever, will she find the strength to let go of the past and choose a future with Abdullah, or will her pursuit of justice consume her entirely? CROSSROADS OF THE HEART

Barakah Amal had escaped Nigeria shortly after the misfortune of encountering Jalal Jali as a teenager. Years since past and unbeknownst to her, she's reluctantly summoned back to wed the man who had ruined her life to protect her family. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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.