Ball Boy is Back – A Seasonal Adventure
After the introduction of Ball Boy, I’m excited to share the next step in Ball Boy’s story – a seasonal adventure that carries him (and us) through the rhythm of the year.
This new piece grew quite naturally from where Ball Boy left off. That sense of movement, of bouncing forward with curiosity and lightness, felt like it still had more to say. Rather than standing still, Ball Boy keeps going – through spring mornings, summer warmth, autumn winds, and into the calm glow of winter.
What I’ve enjoyed most in writing this follow-up is leaning into the idea that happiness isn’t fixed to one place or moment. It’s something that moves with us. Just like Ball Boy, it shifts with the seasons, changes shape, and shows up in small encounters – a bird in a tree, a dog on a harbour pier, or the quiet hush before snowfall.
The rhythm and repetition remain at the heart of it. I’ve always liked the idea that these poems aren’t just read, but shared – spoken out loud, joined in with, maybe even remembered. There’s something simple and honest about that.
This story is also a bit gentler in places. There’s still energy and play, but there’s also a sense of returning home, of slowing down, especially as winter draws in. It felt important to let the journey end in a way that suits those quieter moments – perhaps even bedtime.
If you enjoyed Ball Boy, I hope this continuation feels like a natural next step. The same character, the same spirit -just moving a little further along the path.
You can find the book here:
👉 Ball Boy 2 on Amazon
As always, thanks for reading, and for following Ball Boy along the way.
