Loverboy
He puts the hopeless into hopeless romantic
Alfie thinks Maya might be the One. They both love the same band, and they've known each other for years. Yet when he makes a move, things go disastrously wrong. Crushed, Alfie starts hanging out with Maya's shy best friend Gwen — and again catches feelings. But Gwen's got secrets of her own.
Can Alfie find the girl of his dreams — or is he doomed to be single forever?
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Awards & Recognition
- ⭐ Longlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2026
- ⭐ Shortlisted for the WMAT Book Awards 2026
- ⭐ Shortlisted for the Warwickshire Teen Book Awards 2025
Praise for Loverboy
"Loverboy is warm, funny and full of heartache. It's the kind of book that an eager teenage reader will tear through in a couple of afternoons, and then urge their friend to read, so they can talk about it together."
"Loverboy oozes authenticity through its convincing teenage dialogue and accurately and sensitively chronicles such issues as self-esteem, sexuality and the complexities of school and family life."
"The novel is perfect for those looking for a light-hearted, heartfelt romance with a dose of humour."
"A funny, heartfelt coming-of-age story about first love, friendship, and figuring yourself out."
"Fills a Gap in the market… a romance from the perspective of a boy… A story told with love and told with heart."
"This novel is truly insightful and will have you gunning for the underdog throughout the whole journey."
"One of the best books I've ever read."
"Deeply relatable. Teens should be flocking toward this."
"Romantic, touching and laugh-out-loud funny – Loverboy is a properly raucous and joyous teen comedy."
"Loverboy deftly captures the romantic chaos of teenage dating – readers' hearts will ache for Alfie and his friends."
"A fun, refreshing read. Genuine and heartfelt, the characters are a joy to hang out with."
"Fresh, funny and full of heart. Impossible not to fall for."