Not Good Enough
By (Author) James Robert Moore
Muswell Press
Muswell Press
2nd December 2025
24th July 2025
United Kingdom
General
Fiction
Erotic romance
823.92
Short-listed for Penguin Random House WriteNow 2024
Paperback
248
Width 129mm, Height 198mm
After his boyfriend of nine years betrays him, Charlie's carefully constructed world crumbles. At thirty-something, he's never navigated London's queer scene alone and he's terrified. No relationship experience, no dating app knowledge, and absolutely no idea if he's an otter or a bear. Why isnt there a gay manual for all this But sometimes devastating endings force beautiful beginnings. As Charlie stumbles through awkward first dates and a new flat share, he discovers there's more to life than being someone's other half. The queer community he never dared explore beckons, promising friendship, adventure, and maybe even love. If only he can silence the nagging voice telling him he's Not Good Enough.
Witty and fun, packed with heart and many touching moments - Justin Myers. I loved it! A reminder that out of the darkest moments can come the most beautiful beginnings. - Frankie Bridge. Hilarious, witty and heartwarming too - Harriet Thorpe. A delightful, entertaining and sexy debut, with a strong, likeable central character and a wonderfully drawn supporting cast of charming queer friends - Matt Cain
James Robert Moore is a Director, Writer and Actor, originally from Essex, UK. His directing credits include Greatest Days: The Official Take That Musical, and the award-winning Beauty and the Beast at the Swansea Grand Theatre. In 2025 he will be working on the stage adaption of The Hunger Games.