Out on the Ice (#BeYourself Book One)
Some stories demand to be written because they refuse to leave you alone.
Out on the Ice is one of those stories for me.
When I first started writing it, I wanted to explore the raw, unspoken struggles of being a teenager in a world that doesn’t always accept you. I wanted to capture that mix of fear, pain, and hope—of finding yourself, even when it feels impossible.
This is the first book in my #BeYourself Trilogy, and it will always hold a special place in my heart.
About the Book
Hiding who you are can feel like drowning.
Jace knows that better than anyone. He hates his scars, he hates his reflection, and most of all—he hates the secret he’s forced to keep. Living with an abusive, alcoholic father, he’s learned to stay invisible. But when the truth about his sexuality comes out, the abuse turns unbearable, driving him to a breaking point he almost doesn’t survive.
Gavin’s life looks perfect from the outside. His hockey team just won the state championship, his friends are loyal, and he even has a new girlfriend. But deep down, he’s questioning everything. When Jace comes to live with his aunt and uncle, the two boys form an unexpected bond—one built on shared pain, a love for the ice, and the terrifying possibility of first love.
Not everyone wants them to be happy. While their friend Cami offers unwavering support, bullies like Ethan and his cruel girlfriend make every day a battlefield. Together, Jace and Gavin must find the courage to face a world that refuses to accept them… and to accept themselves first.
Out on the Ice is an emotional, heart-wrenching start to the #BeYourself Trilogy—a story about identity, friendship, and the fight to love who you are, even when the world tells you not to.
Why I Wrote This Story
Growing up isn’t easy. Figuring out who you are isn’t easy. And trying to survive in a world that doesn’t always make space for that truth? Sometimes, it feels impossible.
Out on the Ice isn’t just a book about hockey or first love—it’s about the quiet battles we fight in our own hearts. It’s about survival, hope, and the power of connection. Writing Jace and Gavin’s story broke my heart more than once, but it also reminded me why I write: to tell stories for anyone who feels invisible, unwanted, or like they don’t belong.
Start Reading Today
If you’re ready to step onto the ice and into a story about love, courage, and self-acceptance, you can grab your copy here: