The Weight of Falling follows a man navigating the delicate balance between love and ego. Through his relationship with Mara, he confronts his need for control, his fear of vulnerability, and the ways pride can distort intimacy. From tender beginnings to heartbreak and quiet reflection, he learns that love is not about admiration or perfection but about honesty, presence, and the courage to be seen. In the end, loss becomes a teacher, and what remains is a deeper understanding of himself and the transformative power of love.
Kolawole Akintayo is a professional building engineer, writer, and advocate for a better world. He brings the same care he uses in designing structures to the stories he writes, crafting words that explore humanity, resilience, and the search for meaning. Away from his work, he’s passionate about mentorship, creativity, and finding hope in everyday moments. Kolawole believes that both buildings and stories can stand as testaments to what people can build when they dare to dream of something better.View all by Koalwole Akintayo