When They Bully: The Boy Within the Walls

by Regina N. Smith

Life has never been easy for 11th grader, James Boudreaux. He must come to terms on whether he wants to continue his family's legacy of abuse and racial discrimination or follow his heart for the love of a girl who is of a different race.

142 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 21, 2020

About the author

Regina N. Smith is an African American author from Louisiana whose work tackles difficult and often overlooked topics. Her writing explores bullying, interracial relationships, racial discrimination, colorism, child abuse, women’s issues, and complex friendships. She is unafraid to address situations that may be triggering, presenting them within narratives that encourage awareness and moral reflection. Through both virtuous and flawed characters, Regina crafts stories where every figure serves a greater purpose, guiding readers to think critically and engage in deeper dialogue.

Recently, she wrote “I Hope This Letter Finds Its Way to You,” a heartfelt song inspired by her Love Fumbles series, bringing moments from the stories to life through music.