Unapologetically Keith: Helping Those In Crisis : A few of the books which have changed my life.

As an author, we all bring our experiences to the table when we write.

Over the years there have books which have changed my life and lead me to where I am a writer and author.

- 1st "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" at 21 changed my life, it gave my life meaning and understanding as a young man lost with no male role model. This book was timely since I had recently found out I was now the father of a 4-month-old daughter. #1989

- Brother Michael Baisden's two books "Never Satisfied" & "Men Cry In The Dark" caused me to say to myself. If people like these books I know I can write a better book. Of course, that means I didn't agree with his take on why and how men cheat. I also didn't enjoy the reading in either of the books. At the time I was already writing poetry and erotic stories and preparing a book to feature all of it. Baisden's writing caused me to be even more determined. #1999

- "The Bible" became the book of all books for me, which would be used to move me closer to the Lord when I had a hard conversation with God in a motel in New Jersey. After creating a book worth of sexually based poems and stories, my life came to a personal and professional crossroad. This allowed me to turn away from the fleshly focused man I was at that point to becoming a man of God. My life changed, and I started reading and trusting the Word. At that moment I could no longer go forward with my erotic literary work. I felt I couldn't serve two masters at that point in my life. #2006

- "A Man In Transition" published by my company, Bravin Publishing. My wife was inspirational in convincing me to write and publish my first book. She asked me to open up and allow the world to read the poetry I only showed her. This was my introduction to the literary arena. It was a book designed to show my personal transformation from a man of flesh to a man of God. But it was written in reverse, the poems were laid in a way from the changed man reading backward to the man of flesh #2008

- "The Soul of Man" showed me I had a future as a writer. Elissa Gabrielle took a chance and added me to an incredible line up of talented published authors. We heeded the call and came together to write an anthology which became an award winner (2009 Anthology Of the Year) I used a story which was initially erotic fiction, but I turned the theme into one who would honor the Lord. It worked, I was blessed to play a role in this outstanding book. #2009

- "The Only One That Can Stop Me Is Me" by Jovan Roseboro published by Bravin Publishing was Bravin Publishing's first contracted author. When we created our company, we weren't sure if authors would use our services. Jovan Roseboro stepped up and asked us to work with him. We recreated his book which he was initially published by a different publisher. The outcome was positive for both of us. Brother Roseboro has been the anchor to what has been a continuous run with currently 16 books completed since we finished his. This book will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank You, brother Jovan for trusting us with your vision. 2010

- "From Gigolo to Jesus" published by Bravin Publishing This book changed my life. Again I listened to my wife. She convinced me the world needs to know who I am. I sat and finished a manuscript I started in 2006 but placed it off to the side. Once I committed to complete this book my life went to a new level. I have seen my writing help others and open doors I couldn't have dreamt of on my own. I thank the Lord for all he has done for others and myself through this book. #2011