In this video, author Douglas Bell asks a powerful question: Who is Bryan Hicks?

Bryan is a high-ranking Black executive in Houston’s oil and gas industry—successful, stylish, and admired. But behind the luxury and success lies a man scarred by betrayal, trust issues, and the weight of expectations. His story in Cake Walk, 2nd Edition explores love, redemption, identity, family, and the courage to be authentic.

In this newly revised edition, Douglas Bell reimagines Bryan as a man worth rooting for—one who’s learning to love himself and others without shame. Cake Walk dives deep into Black masculinity, cis-trans relationships, and personal transformation, set against Houston’s vibrant cultural backdrop.