Former celebrity bodyguard’s book aims to inspire kids to make better choices Andre Dukes is the author behind “Street-Wise & Real Talk”
He survived violence, addiction, and nearly a decade behind bars, and now Detroit native Andre Dukes is turning his life story into a message of hope for at-risk youth.
Dukes’ new book, Street-Wise & Real Talk, is a fictional, age-appropriate book for kids that speaks their language without glorifying crime.
Watch the video above to see Dukes’ interview on “Live In The D”.
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