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Robert Irwin told People that he didn’t hesitate when he was asked to be the face — and the abs — of Bonds clothing.

The book draws on Abs' childhood, with main character Xavier being relocated to Essex, where the author also moved as a kid.

Abs hopes his book will help to inspire the next generation of writers, saying he didn't get the chance to read many authors like him in school.

"We're seeing a lot more media now about black love and black joy, instead of just black pain," Abs adds.

"I love the UK but you also realise there's a lot we need to do to not be oblivious of cracks and divides," Abs says.