Jim Boatwright’s novel “Unintended Consequences” will be available in December, 2025.

“Unintended Consequences weaves a tale of three disparate men—a struggling first-year teacher disillusioned by his challenging career, a troublemaking student whose recalcitrance lands him in a strict military academy, and a young black man caught in a violent street gang.

All are ultimately thrown together unexpectantly as a young college student lies serious injured after a life-threatening motorcycle crash.

A recently retired educator and musician, Jim has lived in multiple southern states and brings a wealth of life experiences to his work. Often reading his descriptions feels like visiting the places he describes. He loves Southern culture—in all its aspects, good and bad.