Kevon Gulley, author of Just Like Compton

A fictional novel where the names have been changed to protect the guilty, ‘Just Like Compton’ has been billed as having the grit of Monster Kody’s Monster, the intrigue and mystery of a James Patterson novel, complete with the kind of Black romance that rivals acclaimed author Zane.

Written by Kevon Gulley, a Compton native, who spent the majority of his in life in and out of one system or another, for those who have ever wondered about what goes on in the head in those who bang or what it’s like to do time in a California prison as a Black man today, Just Like Compton does an incredible job of breaking down the inexplicable violence, revenge, betrayal, racism, drugs, love and loyalty to a color, neighborhood block, and gang family that many have a hard time understanding. ‘Just Like Compton’ is the perfect blend of real life-straight up with no chaser complete with baby mama drama, a chick on the side drama, hood drama, and the drama behind the walls.

The novel gives readers a strikingly real portrayal of gang life in Los Angeles. Nothing is off limits or too graphic when it comes to telling it like it is for this first time author who admits that for his first novel he drew a lot from his personal life.

“I love Compton,” Kevon says. “I didn’t always do right and I paid the price for it. I’ve seen a lot in these streets and today I just think that if there’s anything that I can do to help make a difference, then I’m going to do it. No one wants to be locked up. Prison is no joke, believe me.”

Just Like Compton is currently available online at Amazon.com, local bookstores, including Eso Won in Leimert Park, Smiley’s in Carson, Zahra’s Books N Things in Inglewood, Shades of Afrika in Long Beach and can also be ordered directly through his website at www.justlikecompton.com.

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