The B-Boy

The sequel to Knockout Girl and Standup Guy, The B-Boy follows Red, resident boxing guru and bully-turned-best-friend alongside sweet leading lady Zara, dancer extraordinaire.

Now that high school's over and he's left his life as a bully behind, Red finally has time to focus on what he wants: boxing. For as long as he's able, that's what he'll do.

Zara's passion for dancing is rivaled by none, but her dreams are shattered when her dance partner sprains his ankle weeks before their showcase. With no other options, Red's cousin and Zara's best friend suggests they team up.

Now Red has a tough decision to make: stick to what he's always known or find the courage to love something new?

Why I loved writing this book: first of all, I thought it'd be fun to take a strong, confident athlete and former bully, and make him do something so far out of his comfort zone that sometimes, it physically hurts. Red's reluctance to learn how to dance could only be countered by Zara's fierce love of it, her strong coaxing, and her gentle encouragement.

I also wanted to show that it's possible for people to grow, and change, and learn, and be better than they used to be. When I wrote Standup Guy, I had no idea Red and Julian would become such good friends. I also didn't know Red would turn into the kind of person who would do anything for his friends. When he applies the same determination he has for boxing to his relationships, magical things happen, and that's my favourite thing about this book. It really isn't about whether or not a boxer could learn to dance. It's about whether or not he could learn to love.

Do you want to find out? The B-Boy is available on Amazon in ebook, paperback, and on Kindle Unlimited here.