I extremely enjoyed, “Born In The Streets, But Raised In Prison”. This perfectly paced story about the decisions we make and the consequences that come with them, will have you laughing and crying and running to the next page to find out what happens next. No matter your personal stance or experience on street living you will come away from reevaluating your priorities and possibly a way to break free from the prison you make for yourself.

Brandi R. Baltimore-Washington Corridor, Maryland

 

 

THIS BOOK IS ADDICTING! IT’S BROUGHT TO LIFE AND YOU CAN ALMOST PICTURE EVERYTHING EXACTLY AS YOU READ IT. THERE IS NOTHING BUT SUSPENSE ON EVERY PAGE AND THE SURPRISES ARE ENDLESS. I LIKE IT BECAUSE IT IS SAD HOW CRIMINALS ARE ALWAYS LOOKED DOWN ON, YES THEY ARE INDEED CRIMINALS BUT LIKE THEY SAY IN THE STREET “YOU GOTTA DO WHAT YOU GOTTA DO” TO SURVIVE AND HELP YOUR FAMILY. I DON’T COMPLETELY AGREE WITH EVERYTHING HE DID BUT CAN’T YOU BLAME HIM? THE SAD PART IS HE REALIZED IT TOO LATE IN LIFE BUT AT LEAST HE DID. OTHER TO THIS DAY NEVER REALIZES THE HARM THAT THEY DO. I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK TO EVERYONE!

JOSE SAGASTIZADO   A.K.A. JOEANGEL

SILVER SPRING MD

 

 

Great book, I can’t wait to read part two. I read it in one night at work. You were right I will love this book. You are a talented author keep writing

Steve, Brooklyn NY

 

 

“Born in the Streets….” documents in a real and entertaining way the trials and tribulations many inner city youths encounter straight out of the womb. It also brings to the light, the highs and the lows “The Life” can bring without glamorizing it. Dope book, I can’t wait for the sequel.”

Jamal, Washington D.C. Darkroom productions

 

 

yo wus hood fam i bought the book from you at a barbershop in Maryland and read the whole shit in 1 day just wondering if you wrote any others i would like to cop more Im a barber there holla at me 443xxxxxxx bygz the barbers want books too

BYGZ

 

 

Street scriptures, I can’t wait to personally meet you one. I purchased your book on line through your website after I heard your radio interview on blog talk radio. I recommend this book to everyone. I will spread the word about your book

Tasha Watkins Bronx NY

 

 

Good Afternoon Tra, my name is James Wilson I met you @ the greyhound bus station this weekend and I brought one of your books. I work for a ASO (AIDS Service Organization , called Sisters Together And Reaching (STAR) in Baltimore, Maryland that sponsors a women's conference for the last 3 years, and it has been very successful I must add. This year the conference will include men's issues such as Incarnation, Substance Abuse, etc.... I was wondering if you do any public speaking engagements you seem to be a very powerful brother and we would like to have you involved. Please let me know, thanks in advance for your cooperation. You can give me a call @ 410-xxx-xxxx thanks again

James Wilson, Baltimore Maryland

 

 

Damn Tra,

 

    When I ran into you that day in Harlem on 125, you asked me to stop and take a look.....  I said I will return and you were surprise when I did.  I was a little hesitant when I checked your book.  I was looking for street thrash.  Sex, sex and more sex.  I bought your book to help a brother out, especially since I am an aspiring author myself.

    Then that officer came up and I bought your book just because he harassed a brother trying to make a living.... well I finished your book two days ago and I am just coming down.  That book was fire... to barrower a line from the "OG's"  "Real recognize Real."  I am speechless right now as I type, but keep up the great work and one day I hope that I will be able to get my work out there.  Thank you for changing / opening my mind and heart to taking a chance on you.

Supporter from Harlem (125^th Street)

 

 

Born in the streets but raised in prison, WOW, you had me sitting on the edge on my seat. Is this a true story? Whatever happened to Victor’s son? Are you ever coming out here to Michigan?

Dawn Detroit Michigan

 

 

Born in the Streets but Raised in Prison by Tra Verdejo proves that the face of adversity to a 12 year old can become one of terror and hopelessness if parents and society fail them.  Injustice in the foster care system can bare suicidal consequences to the streets if our youth are not protected.  Every hand of life must grab this book to find out our relevant responsibilities to our youth!  I look for this book to become a television series.

Virgie Lindsey Grateful Gifts beyond Descriptions Volume 1 Inspirational Spiritual and Historical event poems I bought your book in Daytona Beach and I read it on my flight home. Is this a real story? What a great book. I haven’t read a book like this since B more careful. Please let me know when your new book comes out. I’m your number one fan. This is my email address hit me anytime.

Slim Gary Indiana

 

 

We have been passing around the book like a blunt... I read it first and U already know I thought it was off the hook... My mom read the book and she was like, that was some good shit... My sister read it and she was like when the next book coming out...
Well done P, Wait until U read mine.....Smile

Tally New Jersey (High school family)

 

Wow! I read the book in less than a few days… N it left me wanting more. I can’t believe my big brother wrote this… I didn’t know you had these skills. (Just joking) Anyways, I look forward to more and bigger things from you. I am really proud of you and your accomplishment. The book had a great story line and kept me in suspense with all the twists.
Lil Sister Nichole, Maryland

 

 

THE BOOK!!! DAMN! I can't put it down. I have to get to work. Great Book my brother.

Stacey (ex-coworker) Maryland

 

 

I just finished reading your book and as a mother of three sons, you know I'm about to let them on to this.  It felt good reading a book where the author had the strong sense of family, loyalty and dedication such as yourself.  I bought the book from my friend Debbie (slight shout out for D).  Your book is FIRE, of course I had jokes with my family about a book with a sound track, which I have not listened to as of yet, but nevertheless, your book had me stuck on stupid.  It doesn't matter when you learn your life lessons, but at least you have. 
  Hold your head family and I look forward to another Verdejo publication in the near future.
Another supporter Bronx NY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just finished your book in ONE DAY. It

was wonderful! Props to you. You're a wonderful person and I like your dedication and your devotion. You've won me over as a lifelong fan. I will buy ALL books that you write...peace

Dirty Sweets from Collinsville Illinois

 

 

You were so right about the book I finished it in one day cause I could not put it down. Whatever happened to Victor? Does he reunite with his son? Does he ever get out of prison?

Nita, Upper Marlboro Maryland

 

 

I’m a mother of three, I bought your book because I thought maybe one of my sons could read it and learn something from you. But I read the book first and you blew my mind. I was wondering if you are interested in working with trouble kids. Please email me back as soon as you can and God bless you

Mrs. T. Jennings, Laurel Maryland

 

 

Ok Tra....as I just put down your book 5 minutes ago, I was inspired to send you this email. Since football season is over, I decided to sit down and read your masterpiece today. Tra, I read the entire book today!
This was the best thing I've read in a long time. I couldn't put it down. Being from NY (Bronx) and living in that era.....bought back a lot of memories. As turned to read every chapter, I could actual relate to Victor and the streets. I guess if you are not from the streets you wouldn't recognize the real. The book was more than real for me...it took me back to the streets when that's all a lot of us had to turn to. I enjoyed this book a immensely! I just wanted to take the time out to tell you how wonderful I really thought it was and to applaud you on a job well done. I am not just a fellow NY Giants Fan, I'm also a fan of your writing....I AM SO PROUD OF YOU!!
BRIDGET Bronx/Baltimore
(LOOKING FORWARD TO READING THE NEXT ONE)

 

 

Hello! I purchased your book at the Patapsco Flea Market in Baltimore, MD yesterday. (I was there with my daughter.) I just wanted to tell you I was up until almost 2am this morning because I was NOT putting that book down until I finished it! You are truly talented and I cannot wait to read your next book. Take care.

Much luv,

Jessica Baltimore

 

 

 

This is Bonnie from Seattle, (Esquire Club) - man once I started reading your book, it was very hard to put it down. People would see me reading your book on the bus and wanted to know where they could get a copy - I even had a counselor from the jail house ask me about your book - This book kept me on my toes, well written, kudos to ya, everyone here in Seattle who did buy your book are excited to keep reading. Too bad for those folks who didn't buy one, they do not know what they missed. Now I have to get on the good foot and buy more books to read. I'm lost - I kinda feel like reading your book all over again just to see what I really missed. Hats off to ya man. Heard you on Kerry's show, hope to see you back in Seattle in March.
What's next?

Bonnie (Seattle)

Esquire Club Owner

 

 

I bought your book at the Towson plaza parking lot. I bought it because I just wanted to support you. But let me tell you, this is the best book I have ever read in my life. I don’t normally read but once I started your book I couldn’t put it down. Great work my brother. How can I publish a book, I have a few stories to tell.

Big Joe Maryland

 

 

 

Hello. My name is Tina and I met Tra Verdejo in a lil store in Reisterstown Plaza called Sepia Sand and Sable. I started reading the book Born in the Streets and I have not been able to put it down yet. This book is great. I have already read 1/4 of the book in about 20 minutes. Just wanted to give props where they are due. Good luck on the writing and I will make sure to recommend this book to all of my friends and associates to read.
Thanks again,
Tina

Baltimore MD

 

 

What’s up I don’t know if you remember me but I bought your book Exxon gas station, downtown Baltimore……We were both pumping gas and you ask me if I like reading. I totally though you was hitting on me. But when you pulled out your book, I felt stupid. I just had to send you an email and congratulate you in writing such a great story. OMG, I couldn’t put the book down. I have so many questions, please reply when you get a chance……and I wish you the best……

Trisha Johnson Maryland

 

 

Hello Tra

I bought your book about three months ago in Philly and I’m sorry it took me so long to start reading it but when I finally pick up this book I couldn’t put it down. You are an amazing writer, your story is inspirational. I could stop crying, I feel so bad for Carmen, how could she……..anyway I just wanted to send you some love and to let you know I’m waiting on the next one………..

Veronica  Steward 

 

 

Hello Tra

 

I met you at the Patapsco Flea Market. I was with my son and you were in the parking lot with some guys selling DVD's.  Well anyway.  I purchased your book and I must say WOW! 

Your book is definitely a page turner.  That was Sunday night that I started and I was finished by Tuesday am. And I'm talking watching Monday night football, cooking dinner and going to work, I was thirsty for more, I wanted to call you up and ask, so were is vic and lil vic, what's up, so many questions. I hope that your working on part II. My brother is at Philadelphia FCI.  I would like to purchase a copy for him but of course you know it has to come from a store or publishing company.  Could you please let me know how I can have one sent to him. And again Blessings and hurry with part II.

Thanks,

Vonya Maryland

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Street Talk…….

Please submit your feedback on “Born in the Streets but Raised in Prison to traverdejo@streetscriptures.com