Odie Hawkins

Broschiertes Buch

Lil' Sweets

An Egungun Controls A Lot Of Spirits

Beschreibung

"… Hawkins … delivers a novel that mixes the streetwise lingo of vintage pimp fiction together with scathing satirical commentary about the spread of global capitalism, the Hurricane Katrina disaster, and the AIDS crisis in West Africa. A classic worthy of the "Sweets" series." —Dr. Justin Gifford, Professor of English Literature, University of Nevada, Reno Peter Wright is clinging to a chimney surrounded by dirty water after Hurricane Katrina hits New Orleans when he first learns that the man he calls his father is not his real daddy. As his mother relays his shocking biological story, Peter discovers that his father is Sweet Peter Deeder II, a master pimp with a well-known reputation. Eventually rescued and sworn to secrecy by his mother, Peter grows into a street-smart fourteen-year-old who has an overwhelming desire to get to know his biological father. After his mother quietly arranges a month-long visit with his father, Peter heads to Chicago where he begins unveiling his biological history. As Sweet Peter Deeder II introduces Peter to fine cognac, expensive dinners, and his luxurious condo, Peter is provided a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of a big-time pimp. Now known as Lil’ Sweets, Peter begins a journey through the world of pimping that leads him from Chicago to West Africa to Spain and back again as he explores his options and contemplates his future. In this multi-layered urban tale, a young African American on a quest for the truth must decide whether to embrace his unusual destiny or return to his old life.

Autor

Author / Certified Tai Chi InstructorOdie Hawkins was encouraged by Alex Haley in the 1980's when he told Norman Lear, "I think Odie Hawkins is a very talented writer, a brilliant storyteller. He deserves a wider audience." Odie Hawkins, working with Alex Haley, wrote the teleplay for "Old Sister". S. Pearl Sharp as Saundra Sharp, wrote the story. "Old Sister" aired on CBS in the Palmerstown television drama series. Norman Lear and Alex Haley, based the series on their own childhoods. (imdb.com/title/ tt0668946/). Invigorated by Dr. Margaret Burroughs, Budd Schulberg, Louise Meriwether, John W. Bloch, Al Jenner, Robert Lewin, Harlan Ellison and Professor Justin Gifford, Odie Hawkins continues to write. We hear his love for stories in his radio plays (archive.org/ details/ OTRR_Sears_Radio_Theater_Singles).We acknowledge his diverse experiences in documentaries - "Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp" (Director Jorge Hinojosa) and "Burn Motherf*cker Burn" (by Sacha Jenkins). Facebook and YouTube provide more insight on this talented author, musician, and actor.Odie Hawkins has been given the title, "The Underground Master", by a loyal constituency who have followed his career through his thirty-two novels, short story collections, essays, television scripts, radio and film scripts. He takes pride in being the originator of the Pan- African Occult genre, as exemplified by "The Snake, 20/ 20", "Shackles Across Time" and "The Snake Doctor".He was one of the original members of the famed Watts Writers Workshop, established by Budd Schulberg, in the wake of the Watts Rebellion, 1965; and the Open Door Program, created by the Writers Guild of America, West, Inc. Louise Meriwether, John W. Bloch, Al Jenner, Robert Lewin, Harlan Ellison and Budd Schulberg, instructors. "Ghetto Sketches", his first published novel, was on the required reading list - May 2010 - Professor Justin Gifford; University of Nevada, Reno, Department of English. Mr. Hawkins has also recently published books of Socio- Science fiction: "Lady Bliss" (with co-author Ralph Vernon), and "Mr. Bonobo Bliss aka Bo".Mr. Odie Hawkins' current projects are: "A Story Teller's Tale", an update on "The Chicago Sista" and political satire.odiehawkins.com linkedin.com/in/ odie-hawkins-044633a/facebook.com/odie.hawkins

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Archway Publishing
• Seitenzahl: 532
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. Juli 2014
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 31mm
• Gewicht: 854g
• ISBN-13: 9781480808768
• ISBN-10: 1480808768
• Artikelnr.: 53123421