Pepper writes stories that span the gamut from humorous to heartfelt, however the common theme is crossing boundaries. Pepper's unique stories often tackle taboo topics such as mental illness and homelessness. Readers will find themselves questioning their own sense of right and wrong, attraction and desire. In addition to writing, the author is also an artist, an introverted recluse, a self proclaimed empath and a foodie. Pepper Pace can be contacted at: pepperpace.author@yahoo.com

In 1977 12-year old Vanessa White lives just out of reach of the projects that both scare and entice her. It is the year that she meets 14-year old Scotty Tremont, one of the few white boys to live in the ghetto. Initially afraid that Scotty intends to beat her up because her cousin called him white trash, Vanessa soon learns that although Scotty is a ‘Trick Baby’ and will probably be a dope boy just like his brother, he also somehow manages to be compassionate. 

Scotty is learning something as well; that his path has not been laid out before him and that everything isn’t necessarily everything. This book series takes the reader back to the 70’s style urban lit stories of life in the ghetto. It begins in the 70s and moves throughout the decades following the lives of people whose stories have intertwined in a romantic, tragic, sometimes funny, tale of street life. This story is for adult readers only and contains mature themes including language, sex, violence, drugs and racism. 


Everything is Everything

The ride back to Winton Terrace was uncharacteristically quiet though not uncomfortable. For Vanessa she was busy making a serious realization about herself. She really had no idea what it was to be an adult, only an indulgent kid that had always gotten what she wanted. She couldn't just bypass the difficult things in life just so that she could get to the fun. She had to start making smart decisions and Scotty would probably not like them very much. But he had conditions that he laid out, and now she was about to lay out hers.


When he pulled up to the curb to let her out, he placed the car in park and turned to her. 


She shook her head. "I'm sorry that I ruined your surprise."


He placed his fingers on her chin. "Don't be. It will still be perfect."


She covered his hand with hers and kissed his finger. "Not necessarily … "


Chapter 66