Rapper Turns Author
WENDELL JUGGINS AUTHOR AND ENTERPRENEUR
Growing up in the Washington DC area, Wendell Juggins, who is mainly known as “REAL LIVE” in his work, and in the streets, he grew accustomed to “gangster” life.
Familiar with the sometimes, vicious cycle of African-American men trapped in the gritty realities of urban culture and the women who love them, Live has depicted these struggles in his novels.
Incarcerated for a murder charge in 2005, Live began writing in the months before going to trial. Using life experiences to fuel his passion and words, he was also influenced by reading other books and so crafted a story, but things didn’t go as planned.
He wrote 75 pages of his first book “Money, Sex and Murder,” a story of two young men from S.E. D.C. who are deeply rooted into the world of the “streets,” before beating his case. Returning home, he planned on finishing the book in his spare time, but other interest took priority.
He was back in prison six weeks later after being shot in the leg and his close friend killed. This time he moved forward, publishing his book through a print on-demand company while still in jail, however the book didn’t do as well as he’d hoped.
When Live returned home he established his own company “Top Echelon,” a film, music, and publishing firm and published “Money, Sex and Murder” again. This time there was a complete turn around. Real Live’s brilliant move of incorporating his music into his book when the characters listened to his songs was a winner.
The connection that he has with his fans has opened many doors. Real Live said he uses his books as a ‘stepping stone’ for his music. “I had a plan from day one, I love to write books and I’m good at it! People like it, and not just people who like me. When I was in jail, a lot of others from different states liked it.
Live believes his books will help him expand the audience for his music. “It will be that much easier to start to release music, and I already have amassed a small fan base already.”
Meanwhile Real Live believes it is easier to make money from his book at the moment than from music. “A book is something you buy, it’s not like a mix-tape like a give-away.
Seeming to be a jack-of-all-trades he’s still a master of one, being a businessman! “I want to make and break deals and be in control of whatever product I throw into a market,” he said.
Real Lives books can be found on the top l0 list of TLJ books store locate in Forestville MD or on Amazon straight to your Kindle for just $5.99. He can also be contacted through twitter @Livest_1 or FACEBOOK RealLiveScoop.
MOVIES
A THOUSAND WORDS (COURTESY OF VANITYFAIR)
A Thousand Words 3/09/2012
Starring- Eddie Murphy
The modern day Liar Liar , A thousand words is the story of a fast-talking man full of lies who learns that he can only speak a thousand more words before he dies.
21 Jump street 3/16/2012
Starring-Jonah Hill , Channing Tatum , Ice Cube , Brie Larson , Rob Riggle
Jonah Hill teams up with actor Channing Taum for this action packed comedy. Using their youthful looks, dynamic duo Schmidt and Jenko go undercover to investigate one high school's most controversial drug ring. As they trade their cop cars for time in the classroom, they soon realize high school is nothing like they once imagined.
Hunger Games 3/23/2012
Starring -Jennifer Lawrence , Josh Hutcherson , Liam Hemsworth , Elizabeth Banks , Amandla Stenberg
Strength, endurance and will power is put to the test Katniss is conflicted with choices that put her in a war between humanity and life against love. Fighting to return back to her home in District 12 the young girl finds herself in one of the evil Capitol of the nation of Panem most cruelest games. As her brother and sister fall victim to fight for survival, she steps into the world full of twisted punishment and ongoing government intimidation tactics.
Mirror Mirror 3/30/2012
Starring-Julia Roberts , Lily Collins , Armie Hammer , Sean Bean , Robert Emms
A classic twist of snow white with just enough kick for the kids and amusement for the adults. Mirror Mirror is the tale of evil Queen who ruthlessly rules her captured kingdom. Seven courageous rebel dwarfs join forces with Snow White as she fights to reclaim her birthright and win her Prince.
The Expendables 2 8/17/2012
Starring- Sylvester Stallone , Jason Statham , Jet Li , Arnold Schwarzenegger , Bruce Willis
Teaming up for what they believe is another simple mission, the expendables set out for one dangerous task. As they reunite, things shorthly go wrong as one of their own is viciously killed. They embark on a new journey as they seek revenge in hostile territory where the odds are stacked against them.
American Pie Reunion 4/06/2012
Starring-Jason Biggs , Alyson Hannigan , Eugene Levy , Seann William Scott , Tara Reid
The comedic cast of America pie team up once again at East Great Falls for their high-school reunion. As they reunite they come to find to Jim and Michelle married while Kevin and Vicky said goodbye.
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