"The story shows how the true boundaries of friendship can be tested in a life or death situation. Mr. Jones has written a very suspenseful and intriguing play." Rating: (4.0 out of 5) Marcia Brevard Wynn RAWSISTAZ Literary Group
"The issue of friendship vs. betrayal and how it plays on basic human relationships was an exciting concept. I lived the fact that there was no T.V. in the house and friends could come over and play cards. This is a good play with good actors. With talent like this there is no need to go to New York." Kinshasha Azariah Director, center for Peace Education
"The idea of a live drama is intriguing. The family's values shine through in this exciting story with the husband, wife and the card playing." Edna Howell Radio Personality
"Bravo! I send you a standing ovation on writing an outstanding story. I was relieved at the outcome, but really enjoyed the suspense. The Last Encore may be the title of your play, but I'm certain there are many more encores in your future." Gwen Gordon Producer/Casting Director
Synopsis: They were one one of the coolest 5 part male singing groups to emerge on the national scene from the motor city during the 1970's. However, after their group disbanded James went to California and continued his success in commercials before returning home to Detroit. Meanwhile, Jason retired from the music business and became involved in ventures that were less than legal. So when an unexpected pleasant visit one September evening turns sour, it excellerates into a struggle for life or death that neither had imagined.
ISBN: 978-0-9822222-0-1
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ISBN: 978-0-9822222-1-8 Click to watch promo DVD movie available as a special order: willwithaway@yahoo.com
Synopsis: Lawrence attempts to make it big in the hood with quick money. However, he gets side tracked into a web of trouble he thought wouldn't happen. Now he must ask himself, will he make to the age of twenty?
The Word is out: "We all know that homicide is the leading cause of death among our young African American males. "By The Time I'm Twenty provides cross-generational understanding of the forces that propel our young people into such dangerous lifestyles....This book and film should be discussed in schools, churches and community groups. It entertains while teaching."
"I read your play and was very impressed with it. It is a very good depiction of what is happening to so many of our young men. It is a story that all young African American males should see from age 12 and up. Maybe then they will see how useless that way of life is."
Helen Rankin Merritt Former State Representative of Ohio
