“Raised In Hell” – Expert on modern youth culture authors humorous/inspirational non-fiction family dramedy on overcoming child-rearing obstacles

NATIONWIDE – San Francisco Bay Area author Deon D. Price is an authority on youth and child development—by profession, by personal experience and by academic study.  He is a professional youth life skills coach; father of three sons (ages 24, 20 & 8) and a 16-year-old daughter; and a brother to eight siblings who were born before his arrival into the world.  Additionally, Price has published numerous articles, columns and blogs on modern youth culture and the dynamics of maturing. If you throw his experience as a stand-up comedian into the mix, you have the makings of a child-rearing expert who can tell a funny story.  In his new book “Raised In Hell,” the talented writer shares his true testimony of life, love, laughter, humor and hardship growing up in his family, while deciphering how young people think; why they do what they do; and how adults respond.

Price’s genius usage of amusing metaphors and hyperbole make his otherwise disparaging story an entertaining read. “Raised in Hell” is a true story of a family’s struggle to endure in a challenging time and an even tougher environment. The author addresses overcoming odds, survival, family bond and self-determination. True in its origin, the book touches on a relatively dismal growing up with his mother’s alcoholism, an absent father, poverty, domestic violence, separation and foster home living. It also deals with life in Los Angeles during the 1970s and 80s, and the crack epidemic that touched a great number of homes during the city’s most violent times. “Raised in Hell” is delivered from the perspective of the youngest child of nine—with humor, hardship and professional precision. This book is a must-read for anyone who is even remotely associated with children and youth, or anyone in need of a good laugh.

“Raised In Hell” by Deon D. Price

(ISBN-13: 9781491716380, iUniverse, Jan. 2014, softcover, 290 pp, $19.99 | ebook $3.99)

Available online at Barnes & Noble – Amazon.com -  iUniverse.com – PriceEdutainment.com

BOOK SIGNING

Price will host a reception celebrate the release of his new book “Raised In Hell,” from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2014 with a reading and book signing at Solano County’s premier night spot: Dimitri’s Lounge, 700 Main Street, Ste. 106, Suisun City, California.

What Readers are Saying…

“Deon D. Price has provided a trusted and respected perspective for youth. A great story teller, he has mastered the ability to deliver a critical and current message to today’s youth culture. I endorse and support Deon’s efforts.” – Larry J. Moody, E. Palo Alto, CA City Council Member “I was laughing out loud! There was laughter and tears at the same time. This will be as good as, if not better than a ‘Madea’ movie!” – Evelyn L. Polk, LMFT and author of “It’s the Heart Work”

“Deon D. Price is the REAL DEAL. PERIOD. His experience as described in “Raised in Hell” is a perfect example of inspiration and hope for a plethora of young people to emulate!”

– Kevin Bracy, Exec Producer, The MonSTARS of Motivation; founder, Life Changers Intl

“A great read! This book should be a blueprint for anyone committed to serving youth and families. I’m impressed with Deon’s innovative approach and creative thinking for impacting young people.” – Wil Cason, Motivational Speaker

“To say that Deon D. Price and his journey in “Raised in Hell” is inspiring does not do it justice. He provides a well-lit path from illness to wellness inside urban America. He lifts me up and makes me and others go on doing what we do.”

– Mike Pritchard, Keynote Speaker, Author and Life Coach

“Before you start to read, I implore you to get ready for your roller coaster ride of literary adventures because you won’t want to stop until you’ve gotten all the way through.” – from foreword by Evelyn L. Polk

About the Author

Deon D. Price is a Youth Life Skills Coach and former standup comedian with twenty years experience as a Youth Service Worker, as well as ten years in juvenile probation. He has dedicated most of his adult life to the field of youth and child development. Currently, Price is a Youth Career Transition instructor at the Job Corps for the U.S. Department of Labor.

Price is founder and director of the community organization “This Youth Generation,” for which he regularly uses his personal brand of motivational comedy to deliver inspirational talks and valuable seminars to parents, educators and students throughout California.

As a columnist, Price has written weekly and monthly articles on the subject of modern youth culture, in print and on-line. His bi-weekly column “This Generation” reaches several hundred thousand readers and has run in several local and national publications. He has also appeared as a guest on local radio and television programs to offer his unique perspective on issues regarding this generation of youth, and he hosts an Internet show of the same name (youtube.com/priceedutainment). The multi-talented writer is a recipient of the 2010 “I Am Greatness” Spotlight Award for motivational speakers. Price resides in Solano County with his wife Neema and three youngest children.

To engage Mr. Price to share his expertise on children and youth, contact him directly at DeonDPrice@yahoo.com or (707) 386-9178.