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Riding Chrome
While serving a 24-month sentence, I began to collect stories from my fellow inmates. One by one I would converse with brothers who seemed to have a good head on their shoulders. Some things should never be repeated, but some define the underground flow of Memphis. I took notes; added my own personal eXperiences and shaped what I like to call true fiction. Riding Chrome is the first short story I came up with, although I wrote several others. When I wrote the first 3 chapters I passed them around to let other inmates read them. The neXt thing I knew I had a tote full of commissary. Brothers were paying me in jail to read my stories. One morning an officer stopped at my cell and said dang Williams, you got’em begging for the neXt chapter before the ink settles, it’s still green! I incorporated that with the fact that I’m green as a writer. I don’t know how to format a book, but I wrote it anyway. I got a letter from a brother that told me he lost in trial and was sentenced to life plus 10, that’s 61 years. “We ain’t got no reading material in here; send me a copy of Riding Chrome”, he said. I shopped for my manuscript till I decided to self-publish.
P.S. If I can do it so can you
P.S. If I can do it so can you
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August 17, 2023
"Riding Chrome" presents readers with an exhilarating and gripping journey through the heart of Memphis, where crime, adventure, and suspense converge to create a truly captivating narrative. Seamlessly blending elements of true crime with fictional twists, this novel takes readers on a roller-coaster ride that explores the dark underbelly of the city while delving into the complexities of human nature.
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant and culturally rich city of Memphis, the story introduces us to a cast of diverse characters, each with their own motivations, secrets, and desires. The author's skillful portrayal of the setting adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the city. From the bustling streets to the hidden corners, every scene comes to life, enhancing the overall reading experience.
Set against the backdrop of the vibrant and culturally rich city of Memphis, the story introduces us to a cast of diverse characters, each with their own motivations, secrets, and desires. The author's skillful portrayal of the setting adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the city. From the bustling streets to the hidden corners, every scene comes to life, enhancing the overall reading experience.
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October 30, 2025
A must read
This was a great book. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters in this book. Hot Rod was not a bad person, he just didn’t have any positive people in his life. He turned to the streets and had to learn the hard way about life. Bravo to the author, can’t wait to read the next one.
This was a great book. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters in this book. Hot Rod was not a bad person, he just didn’t have any positive people in his life. He turned to the streets and had to learn the hard way about life. Bravo to the author, can’t wait to read the next one.
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