a future made of us is a prose-poetry collection about love, loss, and what survives after both. it explores the kind of love that feels like a fairytale at first, then becomes real life, then becomes a lesson. this is love as a feeling, a choice, a mistake, a teacher, and a blueprint. poetry by kaedo

"Flawed Beauty" is a heartwarming tale of self-discovery, love, and resilience. Kimberly, a teenager living with vitiligo, faces bullying and rejection, but finds courage and support from unexpected allies. As she navigates her complicated emotions and first love, she must confront deeper secrets and family conflicts that threaten to tear her world apart.

In a world where power, loyalty, and destiny intertwine beneath the glow of the moon, love dares to defy the laws of the pack. David Lau, the commanding Alpha of the Silver Ridge Pack, has never known weakness—until he meets Thami Nkosi, a human man whose courage and compassion ignite something wild within him. Drawn together by a bond neither can explain, their connection challenges every rule the wolves have ever lived by. As secrets unfold, rivalries brew within the pack. Betrayal rises when David’s own kin turns against him, setting off a dangerous chain of events that threatens both love and leadership. Thami must confront a world he never knew existed—one filled with hidden claws, ancient laws, and a love so fierce it could break or bind him forever. But when the moon chooses its fated pair, no power—human or wolf—can stand in their way.

THE SANDTON VEIL Olwethu Khambule thought she was signing a simple contract: a temporary, high-paying job for a powerful, wealthy businessman. What she signed was her life away. Three months into the arrangement, Olwethu is pregnant with the child of Lerumo Motaung, a man who demands absolute control over his legacy. Lerumo converts her role from mistress to asset, imprisoning her in a luxurious cage under the supervision of his loyal manager, Sizwe. But when Olwethu and Sizwe shared secret blossoms into a desperate, forbidden love, they are forced into a perilous Tripartite Commands a psychological game of submission under the constant, menacing gaze of the Principal. Their only chance for escape lies in exposing the paper trail Lerumo desperately hid beneath his Sandton veneer. But the closer they get to freedom, the more they endanger the one person they were sworn to protect: Lerumos unwitting daughter, Karabo. Beneath the gold and glass, some secrets are paid for in blood and silence.

Inhale Him is a slow-burning romance about a woman who finds herself drawn to a man whose presence feels like air,calming, necessary, and impossible to resist. As their connection deepens, she learns to open up, love fiercely, and face the fears she’s spent years hiding from. It's a story of emotional intimacy, healing, and the power of being seen and loved for who you truly are.

What happens when Phungalobuhle gets betrayed by her greedy parents and the sister she loves deeply and would do anything for. Behind her back, they secretly arrange her marriage in exchange for money.

Four brothers, four secrets one forbidden love. He's the one she's been warned about , the one she's been told to say away from . But she's drawn to him like a moth to flame , and she's willing to risk everything to be with him - even if he's not willing to be with her

Thabiso finds Raina to be irresponsible and a danger to herself. While Raina thinks he's just a pompous man.

When secrets unravel and hidden truths surface, Amahle’s world is turned upside down. From the pain of a fractured home to the joy of discovering new family bonds, she learns to navigate love, friendship, betrayal, and forgiveness while preparing for a future beyond borders. With her loyal crew by her side and an unexpected love blossoming, Amahle’s journey is one of healing, self-discovery, and hope - proving that even in brokenness, new beginnings can bloom.

Naledi Khumalo is hired to tell the story of a man who refuses to be known. Bhekizitha Zulu is power wrapped in silence a man whose past is written in scars, ink, and blood. As Naledi uncovers his life, she uncovers herself and a truth that threatens to destroy everything between them. Because some love stories are written in ink. Others are written in pain.

After being the Heiress In Jozi, Namiko Ngubo is certain she will no longer find her person. So she enters an arranged marriage.

Know her for her abilities not her disability. Bayanda's world is shattered by bullying, but Katlego's kindness pieces her back together, one brave smile at a time. Friendship blooms like a defiant flower, rooted in empathy and trust, as Bayanda learns to see herself through Katlego's compassionate eyes.

In the heart of KwaDukuza, where tradition speaks louder than desire, three orphaned girls — Nomusa, Zanele, and Amahle — are raised by a revered village elder known only as Gogo MaZungu. Though not their blood grandmother, she becomes their world, nurturing them with discipline, secrets, and the ancient teachings of womanhood. But this is no ordinary upbringing — these girls are being prepared for one purpose: to become wives of the king. As they grow into graceful, intelligent women, each of them carries her own hidden dreams, fears, and forbidden desires. When the day of selection nears, love threatens loyalty, secrets from the past return to the surface, and the bond they once thought unbreakable is tested. In a kingdom ruled by power, duty, and legacy — will all three survive the crown? Or will only one be chosen… to wear it?

"I love you more than words can say. I live and breathe for you." He said his eyes locked on mine and I felt my sould leave my body in those words. It felt like vows coming from him.

A young woman goes through a lot.

"Love in Stilettos" follows five Johannesburg friends - Nandi, Katlego, Aphiwe, Emily and Nomalanga - as they navigate love, secrets and destiny. Their intertwined lives are filled with hidden pasts, social media scrutiny and strained friendships. Fashion, passion and heartbreak collide. Will they find forever or will secrets destroy everything? Dive into this sultry, dramatic tale of passion, redemption and self-discovery, exploring identity, class and relationships. Get ready for laughter, tears and surprises in this captivating journey through Johannesburg's high society.

You ever notice how when you lose someone you hold dearly to your heart; you tend to question God's existence or maybe that’s just me. Losing my wife made me question God and in the process I lost my faith in him because I didn’t understand why he would let her die after the endless prayers and fasting she and I went through. At some point in my life, I had hope, hope that things would be better, but he killed my hope and since then I’ve been asking myself one question; Is there even a God up there?

Nakedi's rise to fame was fueled by Khuselo's sacrifices, but she abandoned him for a billionaire. Years later, her picture-perfect life turns toxic, forcing her to return to Khuselo, now happily married with a child on the way. But Nakedi's now a junkie, and her reappearance threatens to destroy Khuselo's new life.

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