Representationmatters Stories

"Only you, Noona." Three words. Eight years of silence. One phone call that changes everything. ━━━━━━◆❃◆❃◆━━━━━━ Saria James left Seoul at eighteen with a promise she never intended to keep. Now she's twenty-six, a top fashion stylist in Milan, and she's built a life far from the military base where she grew up-and far from him. Kim Joon was supposed to be a closed chapter. The boy who made her friendship bracelets. The teenager who looked at her like she hung the stars. Her first love. Now he's Korea's golden boy. An A-list actor. The nation's ideal man. And he's getting married. When Joon calls begging Saria to style his wedding, every instinct screams no. But she's never learned how to deny him anything. Red flags everywhere: ❌ Three weeks' notice ❌ A bride she's never heard him mention ❌ He won't say he loves her ❌ "I need you here. Please." She gets on the plane anyway. What Saria doesn't know: • The bride is hiding something deadly • Joon's "perfect relationship" is a lie • The entire nation is watching • Walking away isn't an option anymore What she DOES know: • The way he looks at her hasn't changed • She's falling for him all over again-harder this time • Some love stories refuse to stay buried Three weeks. One wedding. Two people who never stopped loving each other. A truth that will shatter everything. He's marrying the wrong woman. And she might be the only one who can stop it. ━━━━━━◆❃◆❃◆━━━━━━ ✨ Noona Romance • Friends to Lovers • Second Chance • He Falls First • Interracial (Black FMC/Korean MMC) • ⚠️ Mature 18+ | Racism, mental health themes, mature content, pregnancy 📖 | Weekly Updates | 🎵 2PM • GOT7 • R&B/Soul Some love stories cross oceans. Others cross years. Theirs crosses everything that tried to keep them apart. ©️ _RelleLebby_// R. L.

Brianna, Evelyn, Liam, and Carlos find out that their small town of Wackleburrow is no ordinary place. They start a paranormal activity group, called Creepy Crew, together to find out what goes on here. Once they follow a creepy map from a fortune teller underground, they encounter a strange ghost dungeon ruled by a dragon. Read on and figure out what is up with the town!

By Jillian Stella When curious little Melody falls asleep reading a book about architecture, she's swept away on a magical dream journey across the African continent. From painted walls in South Africa to red earth homes in Namibia and floating villages in Ghana, she discovers how women have shaped the land with their hands, hearts, and heritage. This 10-chapter educational story celebrates African culture, traditional building, and the incredible women who pass their skills through generations. Perfect for readers aged 5-10 who love travel, history, and powerful girls changing the world.

Minerva Manchester, an 11-12 year old girl living in Berlin NH falls for an 11 year old boy named Evan Butterfield at her school, but the only catch is that her feelings towards him aren't in the traditional sense that everyone else feels.

Tori Anderson's life shattered the night she found her fiancé in bed with her best friend. Broken and betrayed, the 26-year-old interior designer makes a radical choice: accept a full scholarship to a prestigious design program in Kyoto, Japan-and leave everything behind. But healing isn't as simple as running away. As the only Black woman in her cohort, Tori navigates hypervisibility, culture shock, and the weight of past trauma while learning the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi-finding beauty in imperfection. With the help of unexpected friends and the ancient art of kintsugi (golden repair), she begins to rebuild herself piece by fragile piece. Then she meets Ren-brilliant, beautiful, and utterly unavailable. A commitment-phobic architectural designer with his own hidden wounds, Ren has perfected the art of intimacy without connection. But when their late-night workshops and vulnerable conversations crack both their carefully constructed walls, neither can ignore what's growing between them. Can two broken people learn to trust again? Can gold fill the cracks between them? A story about survival, self-discovery, and the courage it takes to love after loss-Kintsugi is an achingly beautiful journey of a woman learning that healing isn't about becoming unbroken. It's about honoring the scars that made you whole. ©️ Relle H

**Phoenix Frost** was a gymnast long before she ever fell in love with professional wrestling, and her years of rigorous training left her with unmatched flexibility and agility. Her body moved with grace and precision, making her a standout in the sport. Gymnastics was her first love, her passion, and it gave her a sense of control and power that she cherished. However, a devastating accident during a competition shattered that dream, leaving her unable to continue in gymnastics. The injury was more than physical-it fractured her spirit, forcing her to reimagine her future. But Phoenix is nothing if not resilient. Though the accident ended her gymnastics career, it also led her to discover pro wrestling, where she found a new way to channel her strength, agility, and drive. Wrestling gave her purpose again, though the transition was far from easy. The same agility that once earned her praise in gymnastics now helped her in the ring, making her moves sharp and unpredictable, but the emotional scars from her accident left her fighting with an intensity fueled by both ambition and lingering pain. Phoenix pushes herself harder than anyone, determined to prove that her injury didn't define her, and that she would still become a trailblazer in WWE, representing not just Black women, but every woman who's had to rebuild herself after being broken.

After a long and tiring day at karate class, Melody-our spirited little adventurer-comes home feeling frustrated and ready to quit. "Maybe I'm not strong enough," she whispers, slumping at the dinner table. Her mother smiles gently, prepares her a warm meal, and says, "Let me tell you about some women who never gave up." What follows is a magical, cozy, and inspiring bedtime journey where Melody listens to true stories of powerful warrior queens, fierce revolutionaries, fearless leaders, and brave defenders of their people. Each night, a new story is told-one chapter per historical woman-showcasing how real-life "sheroes" faced battles, protected their people, and changed history forever. The book combines vivid storytelling, history, and magic through Melody's imagination. As she dreams, she often sees herself standing alongside these women-learning, fighting, and growing stronger.

Melody is back - and her magical passport is glowing again! With 20 countries explored, this bold little traveler sets off on her third journey across Africa, uncovering new stories, flavors, dances, and dreams in ten more amazing countries. From the starry waters of Lake Malawi to snowy mountain trails in Lesotho, royal dances in Eswatini, island spices in Comoros...

🌍 Sixteen countries. Sixteen voices. One mission. In the heart of Seoul, a radical new reality show is born - not to find the most famous teen, but the most authentic one. No auditions. No filters. Just truth. The first stop? Kurdistan. In a mall outside Duhok, surrounded by face masks and K-pop posters, the crew finds her - Mira. Sixteen. Fierce. Invisible to the world, but impossible to ignore. With just one look into the camera, Mira turns the whole project upside down. 🎬 "Because I come from a place people forget exists. I know what it feels like to be invisible." By the end of the day, she's not just a contestant. She's a statement. A spark. A risk. And she's only just begun.

Never in a million year's would anyone think you could be so lucky to meet your life partner in your teens ? But that's exactly what happened to Mariah and Tessa when they see each other in a Boston bar while they are attending University/college. They go on to explore each other and see what it's like to fall in love at a very early age and also have a few up's and downs along the way. At the end of the day the only thing that matter's is the bond these two women have for each other and how they navigate through life together and have each other's backs .

~Tunes of Pride Fairytale June Challenge What if the little mermaid's best friend was the Seawitch who supposedly brought the downfall of everything? And what if the human prince tricked her into making her believe he loved her instead? And what if the human princess felt pity for the little mermaid? And finally what if the seawitch dealt with hate from being non-binary, but actually part of a deep sea magic clan yet they were in love with The Little Mermaid all along? This is their story, their tragedy. Cover from Canva Full/Extra Vers. on my profile titled "The Seawitch's Regret" https://www.wattpad.com/story/312068026?

An essay by yours truly.

BASED OFF 'Merchant Ships' SONG OF THE SAME NAME Seventeen-year-old Michael Horowitz is the rock of his dysfunctional family, shouldering the burden of his mother's hospitalization, his father's addiction and arrest, and the protection of his younger brother, Gary. But when the 9/11 tragedy shatters their world, Michael must navigate grief, anger, and despair to lead his family out of darkness. Haunted by prophetic dreams and an uncertain future, Michael's unwavering love for Gary and his faith are put to the ultimate test as he strives to keep the last flickers of hope alive in their hearts.

[UNDER EDITING - 22/55 done] ---- Sakari has always been a fan of Tigorian mythology ever since her mother read parts of it to them as a child. It was also a way for Sakari to cope after her father, Lawrence 'Ren', had gone off to a long war. She hadn't thought it was real, just myths, until her first day of school at Kiyosumi happens. Follow the sixteen year-old as they meet the entities and help them find the rest as they go on a journey that will not only change them, but also grow new friendships and bonds. ------ [POC] | [LGBTQIA+] [DISORDERS] | [DIVERSITY + REPRESENTATION] [TW: Might include graphic mentions of violence and gore from time to time. Strong language. Will have trigger warnings at the beginning of chapters that will have said violence and gore.] [Rating: Mature] [⚠️= Chapters with said TW ^^^^]

A story that focuses on eight high school senior students. A group of eight student who always seem to never fit in with the other kids in school. Join them as the go through external and internal conflicts. This story is a representation matters book. (:

Love comes when you least expect it !! It can turn into your soul mate if your lucky . Love is Love no matter what gender you are. It shouldn't matter to anyone who you love but yourself .#representationmatters #Loveislove Mariah a business woman and Tessa a musician and song writer fall in love from the first moment they set eyes on one another, and so begins an epic love story/

Melody is back - and her magical passport is ready for more stamps! In this second journey across Africa, Melody explores 10 incredible countries, from the misty gorilla forests of Rwanda to the sparkling blue waters of Seychelles. She glides through the mighty Nile in Uganda, hears the thunder of Victoria Falls in Zambia, dances to forest drums in Cameroon, and slides down glowing dunes in Namibia. Each country brings new friends, magical moments, and a unique stamp in her passport - a passport full of dreams. Perfect for young adventurers, this book celebrates African beauty, culture, and nature in a fun, memorable way. ✨ Join Melody as she discovers the heartbeat of Africa - one magical stamp at a time! ✨

Aija managed to get the Àvo. Zuri is with Nala. Ze is ready to take on new responsibilities. And Thieron, Luka, and Nala are on their side. They have saved the human race - for now. But they are caught in a new War - the Leadership's altercation with the Gale. The six of them have been through their own intense journeys, bringing them face to face with their newfound feelings, taking some relationships to the next level and some...not. Their stories continue in the third part of The Earthen Series, as Aija, Zuri, Ze, Thieron, Luka, Nala, Xan, Goldstar, Aa'di Irih'va and Ja'wri Ruyanir grapple with their feelings, new realities, new challenges, and new threats. Just as they consider the peril to the human race done, new ones crop up - from the most unexpected of people, changing all of their lives. Forever.

📖 Melody's Malindi Christmas Adventure - Part One: Seven Days of Magic Written by Jillian Stellar Genre: African Children's Adventure | Ages 4-10 This Christmas, five-year-old Melody leaves behind cartoons and city streets for a magical seaside holiday with her Kenyan grandparents in the coastal town of Malindi. What begins as a simple visit becomes a week full of "firsts"-from her first glimpse of the sparkling Indian Ocean to snorkeling with rainbow fish, exploring ancient ruins, and chasing butterflies under the sun. Each day brings new wonder: 🌊 Day 1: Melody sees the ocean for the very first time-endless, blue, and more magical than in any cartoon. 🦅 Day 2: Birds, butterflies, and proud Swahili history greet her at local museums and landmarks. 🏜️ Day 3: Sand dunes, river songs, and wild laughter fill the golden afternoon. 🎨 Day 4: Earth's canyon colors and a floating boardwalk through magical mangroves. 🐠 Day 5: Melody braves her first boat ride and dives into an underwater world of coral and sea creatures. 👣 Day 6: A peaceful beach day with family, seashells, and soft ocean waves. 🛍️ Day 7: The final day is for shopping in vibrant markets, getting her own handmade dera, and relaxing by the pool with fresh fruit and stories from Grandma and Grandpa. Surrounded by love, laughter, and the rich culture of the Kenyan coast, Melody discovers more than beauty-she finds courage, connection, and the joy of being truly present. A proudly African children's story celebrating family, culture, and the magic of first adventures.

🌍✨ In the Land of Obas: Melody's Royal Adventure ✨👑 Written by Jillian Stella Five-year-old Melody was born in a quiet world-locked down and longing. Her Nigerian grandparents were just smiling faces through screens... until the day her magical passport sparkled to life. Now, she's off to Edo State, Nigeria-the ancient Kingdom of the Obas. From red earth paths and coral beads to legendary moats and bronze leopards, Melody steps into a world where history breathes and royalty walks among everyday people. She tastes fire in stew, stumbles under yam baskets, and discovers the greatness of a land once hailed by ancient explorers as the most organized and powerful city they'd ever seen. This heartwarming tale celebrates legacy, identity, and the spirit of Africa's royal past-all seen through the wide eyes of a curious little girl. 📚 A magical, cultural journey for children and families. 🌟 Perfect for readers who love African stories, heritage adventures, and joyful representation. 🧳 Includes themes of family, travel, tradition, and pride.