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

By the time they had a good customer base the boys were able to transition to the less expensive stuff as long as they kept the better stuff on hand. People who sought out Scotty knew that if they asked for a Lowryder or Royal Kush then they would get just that.


But as far as Dawson was concerned, Scotty had no problems with him. As a supplier he never cheated them and seemed to appreciate Scotty's desire to learn. Also, he didn't think it would be wise for G to dump someone that they had already tried and understood.


"You got someone else in mind?" He asked.


G shrugged nonchalantly. "A supplier is a dime a dozen."


"Maybe, but you're starting from the bottom up again."


G scowled. "Yeah, well that wasn't my fault."


Scotty sighed. "You want to go through two or three assholes before you figure out who you can trust?" Scotty glanced at Donald who was watching from the doorway. He was the only person that seemed interested in their conversation and Scotty didn't mask his dislike.


Chapter 96