On paper, Olafemi Arasimisoluwa Kaylila is flawless, a star student at Crystal Gem Academy, cherished by her doting family, and gliding through life without a ripple. But beneath the surface of straight-A report cards and effortless charm, Kaylila guards a secret-one that threatens to unravel the perfect image she's spent years crafting. As high school plunges her into whirlwind friendships, heart-stirring crushes, and the chaos of teenage self-doubt, Kaylila's hidden battle with a chronic health condition becomes harder to ignore. Every smile masks fatigue, every achievement hides a struggle, and the pressure to be enough for her family, her friends, even herself pushes her closer to breaking point. In this raw, heartfelt journey through the storm of adolescence, Kaylila must confront the truth: perfection is a facade, and growing up means embracing the messy, aching, luminous reality of being human. Will she find the courage to let the world see the real her flaws, fears, and all before the weight of pretending crushes her? Join Kaylila as she discovers that the brightest gems aren't flawless... they're the ones brave enough to shine through their cracks. YA stories.

At Royal Heights High, Aurelina Oluwatomisin Adeniran rules with quiet authority. As the undisputed queen of her school, she commands respect from her peers with a mix of intellect, beauty, and sheer presence. Her world is one of perfection nothing gets past her, and no one dares challenge her throne. She's built her power through years of cultivating relationships, ensuring loyalty, and leaving no room for weakness. She's untouchable, or so she believes. However, her carefully constructed world is thrown into disarray when Zhiyong Nden Balami, a mysterious and aloof new student from the northern part of Nigeria, arrives at the school. Unlike everyone else, Zhiyong doesn't seem impressed by Aurelina's status, nor does he play by her rules. His calm and calculated demeanor immediately catches her attention-and not in the way she's used to. He doesn't flatter her. He doesn't try to win her favor. In fact, he seems entirely indifferent to her. As their paths cross, Aurelina begins to feel a rare sense of vulnerability, something she hasn't experienced before. The more she tries to break through his defenses, the more she is intrigued by his resistance. What makes him tick? Why does he seem unaffected by her? Is this the one person who might not bow to her?

The Safe Haven, a refuge built from the ashes of a shattered world, stood as a testament to the heroes who had rebuilt it-Thomas, Minho, and their companions. Their children grew up hearing tales of their parents' bravery, but there was one story that was never told, one name that was never spoken: Selene. She had led the Gladers before any of them, yet her existence had been erased from history, her story buried deep in forgotten journals. As the children of the heroes of this world stumble upon fragments of her past, they unknowingly set the stage for a journey that would unearth long-buried secrets and force them to question everything they thought they knew.

Daddy's love is abandonment. Mommy's love is neglect. Aquila Fay has never experienced the touch of a loving hand. As she gets older, the absence of it becomes more prominent. Desperate for affection, she attempts to fill the void of love with physical intimacy. Her English teacher becomes, at first, her grounding anchor in a violent riptide, and then later, her fervent pursuit. "Feel until you forget how to think."

BOOK 1 of Yemisi's Dilemma Series Fourteen-year-old Yemisi's life takes a dark turn when she finds herself entangled in a murder case that sends shockwaves through her school. The victim? A notorious bully who had tormented Yemisi's classmates for years. As the prime suspect in the murder, Yemisi must navigate the treacherous waters of suspicion, secrets, and deception. With the weight of the evidence against her, she embarks on a quest to clear her name and uncover the truth behind the bully's death. In a gripping tale of suspense and self-discovery, Yemisi races against time to solve the mystery and reveal the hidden truths about her classmates, her school, and herself. "Yemisi's Dilemma: Unmasking the Class Bully's Demise" is a thrilling and heartwarming story of one teenager's journey from accused to investigator, as she strives to untangle the web of lies and uncover the real killer, all while coming to terms with her own past and finding her place in a world forever changed by the events that unfold.

Annie Wembley had a plan. She hadn't spent years working at Gardenia just to be a secretary to Jeremy White, whom she viewed as arrogant, corrupt, and inhumane. Nursing a grudge, she seized an opportunity when Trent Mars, a rival of Jeremy's, offered her substantial pay to gather intelligence on Gardenia Inc. Annie took the job earnestly, aiming to bring down her boss and his company. What Annie hadn't anticipated was falling deeply in love with Jeremy during her mission to seduce him and extract information. She grapples with conflicting feelings of betraying her cause and uncertainty about whether Jeremy is truly as cold-hearted as she had believed. UPDATES: PAUSED UNTIL (Not sure when)

In the familiar adage "It's a small world," widowed Jemaa Delray finds her world to be even smaller than expected when she cares for the baby of the man responsible for her husband's death. REVIEWs... I'm enamored by the plot, it's been a roller coaster ride. At some point I felt I was in the story 😭😂 Lots of scenes that caught my breathe and had me gaping in shock and thrill. It's impossible to not be addicted to this great read. Thanks dear Omah for this amazing experience ♥️ (@totallySpiced) This keeps getting interesting. (@Kiki_xoxo) His wet nurse is what I call a thriller, had me hooked from the first chapter with it's unexpected turn of events. It's pretty amazing how the author seemed to bring the characters to life with her genius descriptions. I even learnt that the ever-famous Italian leather is indeed Nigerian made. (@Bosslady05) Intense drama!!! (@Favour659) . . . Started: January 5th, 2024.