It is easy to feel as if we cannot change or control the many problems facing our community today. However, I believe we can make a difference! I want to share with you an opportunity to help keep our youth out of trouble, redirect their path to a better road, and bring forth an interest in reading.
You can help by simply supporting Keep It Pushin’ Productions. All we are asking of you is to purchase one copy of the novel, “Heavy in the Game.” After reading the book, if you enjoyed it, we would be more than grateful if you would spread the word about this powerful story. Together, we can make an impact on the future of our community.
Heavy in the Game is a story about a hustler in the city of Los Angeles and his journey to the top of the drug business, only to find out that all that glitters is not gold once he gets in too deep and the streets become filled with envy. Jayshawn King, better known as Youngster, has become a very successful hustler in the streets of L.A while trying to raise his son, Jay. However, an incident in his past continues to haunt him and may seal his fate. He travels through the city among the notorious street gangs and the epidemic of drug use while jealousy, envy, and murder are only some of the obstacles that lurks as he attempts to stack his illegal earnings and get out of the game before becoming just another statistic locked away in prison or loses his life. Take a ride with Youngster and find out that it's definitely not all about the fast money, sex, and material things when you're heavy in the game.
When you purchase a copy of “Heavy in the Game,” your contribution will:
• Help the at-risk Youth Succeed
• Strengthen the inner-city communities
• Promote reading
• Respond to the illiteracy in America
• Support a Population in need
Please join me in making our community a better place to live by buying a copy and passing along the word about this amazing novel that is based on true events and real experiences in the streets of Los Angeles.
Sincerely,
J. Love
Keep It Pushin’ Productions
P.O. Box 56738
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Phone (323) 216-0779
E-mail jlovebooks@yahoo.com
Website - http://www.jlovebooks.com
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Where is the Guidance?
When I look outside my window I see a whole lot of pain.
I see drug deals going bad and bullets about to rain.
A fourteen-year-old girl on the hoe stroll,
just walking zombie as she sells her soul.
The youth looking up to the older fools
With their pants hanging low not even thinking about school.
Not allowing their minds to grow. But it’s cool.
Because the penitentiary is not looking to give out an education,
just a commitment from a wanna be and a life long dedication.
A material world chasing an illusion,
Caught up in a vicious cycle and a ball of confusion.
Where is the guidance?
That is the only solution.
I see choices are being made on the dark side,
doing whatever it takes for a fresh ride.
Hearing evil and seeing much worse,
feeling that this ghetto living must be a curse.
Smiling faces are not often seen.
Instead, it’s broken homes, violent gangs, and dope fiends.
Girls becoming mothers at such an early age,
adapting and thinking that things will never change.
Conditioned to fail and born raising hell.
Where is the guidance, so that we can excel?
When I look outside my window, so many problems I see.
I began to realize that part of the problem is me.
Sitting here knowing something could be done,
but I wait and hesitate until one day the victim is my son.
NO way! This day, I must make up my mind.
Because trying to make a difference is well worth the try.
I got nothing to lose, but maybe my life,
But there is much more to gain, if I would only strive.
My God, My family, and My community is the just cause.
Yes, finding something to die for
is better than dying for nothing at all.
Written by J. Love
I see drug deals going bad and bullets about to rain.
A fourteen-year-old girl on the hoe stroll,
just walking zombie as she sells her soul.
The youth looking up to the older fools
With their pants hanging low not even thinking about school.
Not allowing their minds to grow. But it’s cool.
Because the penitentiary is not looking to give out an education,
just a commitment from a wanna be and a life long dedication.
A material world chasing an illusion,
Caught up in a vicious cycle and a ball of confusion.
Where is the guidance?
That is the only solution.
I see choices are being made on the dark side,
doing whatever it takes for a fresh ride.
Hearing evil and seeing much worse,
feeling that this ghetto living must be a curse.
Smiling faces are not often seen.
Instead, it’s broken homes, violent gangs, and dope fiends.
Girls becoming mothers at such an early age,
adapting and thinking that things will never change.
Conditioned to fail and born raising hell.
Where is the guidance, so that we can excel?
When I look outside my window, so many problems I see.
I began to realize that part of the problem is me.
Sitting here knowing something could be done,
but I wait and hesitate until one day the victim is my son.
NO way! This day, I must make up my mind.
Because trying to make a difference is well worth the try.
I got nothing to lose, but maybe my life,
But there is much more to gain, if I would only strive.
My God, My family, and My community is the just cause.
Yes, finding something to die for
is better than dying for nothing at all.
Written by J. Love
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
HOW IMPORTANT IS READING?
Keep It Pushin’ Productions is addressing the issue of the reading problem in America with the Urban Fiction, “Heavy in the Game” by J. Love.
Los Angeles, California – October 14, 2009 – According to the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP), 60 percent of America's prison inmates are illiterate and 85% of all juvenile offenders have reading problems. Also, 44 million adults in the U.S. can't read well enough to read a simple story to a child. Keep It Pushin’ Productions objective is to diminish the percentages of these statistics.
Heavy in the Game is a novel that is based on true events and J. Love’s real experiences in the streets of south-central Los Angeles. Being that the story has a significant connection between generations, “Heavy in the Game” is certain to bridge the gap in communications along with sending a positive message in the discussions that will be sure to come from the different scenes in the novel. J. Love says, “This book is one that both the parents and their teens can share. I have received lots of e-mails from parents stating that they enjoyed the book along with their teenage son or daughter.” This is a definite plus when introducing reading in the life of a teenager. A special education teacher, Deidra Bowen says, “When a child witnesses their parent reading, they will more than likely have a tendency to also want to read.” Approximately 50 percent of the nation's unemployed youth age 16-21 are functional illiterate, with virtually no prospects of obtaining good jobs. This is a serious issue that is being overlooked in many parts of our country and sections of our community. Reading affects the outcome of many stages in life which makes reading very important.
While this novel is only suitable for ages 15 and up, Keep It Pushin’ Productions is working hard on soon releasing a series of books for a younger group to begin the process of reducing the reading problem that exist in America. We all must be held responsible in order to make a difference. For more information, please visit our website at www.jlovebooks.com.
Keep It Pushin' Productions would like to create an avenue for the youth to become authors, poets, editors, and screenwriters. In addition, our goal is to be a part of bringing forth a generation of visionaries, thinkers, and great writers.
Contact Information:
Keep It Pushin’ Productions
P.O. Box 56738
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Phone (323) 216-0779
E-mail jlovebooks@yahoo.com
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Los Angeles, California – October 14, 2009 – According to the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP), 60 percent of America's prison inmates are illiterate and 85% of all juvenile offenders have reading problems. Also, 44 million adults in the U.S. can't read well enough to read a simple story to a child. Keep It Pushin’ Productions objective is to diminish the percentages of these statistics.
Heavy in the Game is a novel that is based on true events and J. Love’s real experiences in the streets of south-central Los Angeles. Being that the story has a significant connection between generations, “Heavy in the Game” is certain to bridge the gap in communications along with sending a positive message in the discussions that will be sure to come from the different scenes in the novel. J. Love says, “This book is one that both the parents and their teens can share. I have received lots of e-mails from parents stating that they enjoyed the book along with their teenage son or daughter.” This is a definite plus when introducing reading in the life of a teenager. A special education teacher, Deidra Bowen says, “When a child witnesses their parent reading, they will more than likely have a tendency to also want to read.” Approximately 50 percent of the nation's unemployed youth age 16-21 are functional illiterate, with virtually no prospects of obtaining good jobs. This is a serious issue that is being overlooked in many parts of our country and sections of our community. Reading affects the outcome of many stages in life which makes reading very important.
While this novel is only suitable for ages 15 and up, Keep It Pushin’ Productions is working hard on soon releasing a series of books for a younger group to begin the process of reducing the reading problem that exist in America. We all must be held responsible in order to make a difference. For more information, please visit our website at www.jlovebooks.com.
Keep It Pushin' Productions would like to create an avenue for the youth to become authors, poets, editors, and screenwriters. In addition, our goal is to be a part of bringing forth a generation of visionaries, thinkers, and great writers.
Contact Information:
Keep It Pushin’ Productions
P.O. Box 56738
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Phone (323) 216-0779
E-mail jlovebooks@yahoo.com
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Saturday, October 10, 2009
Making A Difference in the Inner-City Classrooms
Keep It Pushin’ Productions is determined to make a difference in the publishing industry with its debut novel, “Heavy in the Game” by J. Love.
Los Angeles, California – October 9, 2009 – “Heavy in the Game” is so real, vivid, and relatable it will provide a validation and reflection of the teen’s ages 15 and up outer and inner lives that few other teen media outlets consider. What sets this novel apart from the majority is, aside from an entertaining read, the story has many messages to learn from. Unlike most street fictions, this story tells of the struggles and consequences when living the street life. This novel does not paint a picture that will leave a desire to be a part of the streets, which is why it’s sure to make an impact on the minds of the youth.
Heavy in the Game is a novel based on true events of a single father who is a hustler and the domino effect his life has on the people around him. The message in this novel is to redirect the lives of the youth so that they will not make the same mistakes that have led many to either jail or death. The purpose of the first release from Keep It Pushin’ Productions is to make reading interesting and familiar to the inner-city students in classrooms. J. Love says, “I believe that reading brings forth better comprehension and comprehending is one of the main tools in learning.” A special education teacher, Deidra Bowen says, “The novel “Heavy in the Game” was an amazing story. As a teacher, I would love to use this book as a teaching tool for my students. Activities like an Open-Minded portrait would be great in getting my students to read and write. Making the connection between the Hip Hop culture and this book would be ideal in grabbing the student’s attention.” J. Love says, “Hip Hop music and Street Lit are one in the same except in the literary form, the story is not accompanied by beats and rhythm leaving room to think.”
A sample of Heavy in the Game, J. Love’s bio, as well as an article from the Los Angeles Sentinel can be found on Keep It Pushin’ Productions website at www.jlovebooks.com.
Keep It Pushin' Productions would like to create an avenue for the youth to become authors, poets, editors, and screenwriters. Keep It Pushin’ Productions would like to be a part of bringing forth a generation of visionaries, thinkers, and great writers.
Contact Information:
Keep It Pushin’ Productions
P.O. Box 56738
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Phone (323) 216-0779
E-mail jlovebooks@yahoo.com
###
Los Angeles, California – October 9, 2009 – “Heavy in the Game” is so real, vivid, and relatable it will provide a validation and reflection of the teen’s ages 15 and up outer and inner lives that few other teen media outlets consider. What sets this novel apart from the majority is, aside from an entertaining read, the story has many messages to learn from. Unlike most street fictions, this story tells of the struggles and consequences when living the street life. This novel does not paint a picture that will leave a desire to be a part of the streets, which is why it’s sure to make an impact on the minds of the youth.
Heavy in the Game is a novel based on true events of a single father who is a hustler and the domino effect his life has on the people around him. The message in this novel is to redirect the lives of the youth so that they will not make the same mistakes that have led many to either jail or death. The purpose of the first release from Keep It Pushin’ Productions is to make reading interesting and familiar to the inner-city students in classrooms. J. Love says, “I believe that reading brings forth better comprehension and comprehending is one of the main tools in learning.” A special education teacher, Deidra Bowen says, “The novel “Heavy in the Game” was an amazing story. As a teacher, I would love to use this book as a teaching tool for my students. Activities like an Open-Minded portrait would be great in getting my students to read and write. Making the connection between the Hip Hop culture and this book would be ideal in grabbing the student’s attention.” J. Love says, “Hip Hop music and Street Lit are one in the same except in the literary form, the story is not accompanied by beats and rhythm leaving room to think.”
A sample of Heavy in the Game, J. Love’s bio, as well as an article from the Los Angeles Sentinel can be found on Keep It Pushin’ Productions website at www.jlovebooks.com.
Keep It Pushin' Productions would like to create an avenue for the youth to become authors, poets, editors, and screenwriters. Keep It Pushin’ Productions would like to be a part of bringing forth a generation of visionaries, thinkers, and great writers.
Contact Information:
Keep It Pushin’ Productions
P.O. Box 56738
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Phone (323) 216-0779
E-mail jlovebooks@yahoo.com
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