Written in collaboration with New York Times bestselling author Peter Golenbock, Larry Lawton's true-life story is a Hollywood producer's dream. Larry and Peter show the world a life of a straightforward, no excuses man who refused to let a broken system keep him down. Think Goodfellas , only better. Gangster Redemption tracks Larry's life growing up in the Bronx, his connection to organized crime, and how he went on to steal over 15 million dollars in jewels, ultimately landing himself in one of America's most brutal maximum-security prisons where he was exposed to unbelievable torture. Through reading this book, readers will discover: a vivid account of Larry's crimes and how he managed to evade law enforcement and the FBI for nearly six years - a secret life of corruption - the truth about prison life, what is lost, how to avoid and dissolve bad associations, and how to turn ones life around - how Larry developed the #1 program in the country designed to steer teens away from a life of crime Lawton's Reality Check Program is nationally recognized and used by judges, law enforcement, government officials, attorneys, and parents all over the country. It has kept thousands of teens and young adults from going to prison. His success rate is incredible and well documented. So is Larry Lawton's story. As the first-ever Chairman of Florida s Children and Youth Cabinet I have worked with hundreds of children who have made bad choices in life but have so much good to offer the world. This book is an inspiration to anyone who wants to turn their life around. Mr. Lawton s story is inspirational and authentic. He opens his heart and soul to the reader. I highly recommend this must read book. --Jeff Kottkamp Florida s 17th Lt. Governor: Ft. Myers, Florida There is no more important asset to the state of Florida than our children, and their paths through life are defined by the choices they make, and the guidance they receive along the way. Experience is often the best guide, and we should all look to learn from those who have traveled the path before us. Larry s story is genuine and stirring, and this book can be a fantastic tool for anyone looking to change his or her life for the better. --Dominic M. Calabro President & CEO of Florida TaxWatch Larry Lawton is a man of many experiences! Larry Lawton is a man of trial and error! Larry Lawton is success! His book Gangster Redemption will have you looking over your shoulder as if he s brought you with him as he describes in detail his life story. Gangster Redemption is all things right and wrong with society today. Larry Lawton is not a man who uses his past as an excuse. He doesn t blame anyone for his past except himself. While he certainly has endured immense trauma throughout his life as you will read in Gangster Redemption , he takes ownership of the life changing decisions and comes out of the fire with an influence for children and adults that is almost incomprehensible. Gangster Redemption is a compilation of action, history, biography and politics that ends with a feel good story with proven positive results. Larry Lawton doesn t tell you what you want to hear, he tells you what you need to hear and you will listen when Larry speaks! --Justin Wasson Golf Professional, Father of one Larry Lawton - Two years into the Gangster Redemption project and frustrated with agents and publishers, Larry Lawton formed a publishing company and published the book on his own. Since his release from Federal prison in 2007, Larry has worked with teens and young adults. He now tells kids how he lost time, his family, friends and his freedom; and that it just wasn t worth it. Lawton changes the way kids think. It s all about choices, and Lawton s passion makes him a leader in the field of helping teens and young adults to make good choices. Lawrence Lawton has appeared on TV, radio, been written about in newspapers and has brought the most entertaining, inspirational, motivational and informative stories to audiences throughout the United States. In particular, Larry has a unique way of speaking to teens and young adults; they listen to his message as he speaks their language with facts, truth and no sugarcoating. Mr. Lawton is also available for speaking engagements for law enforcement events, community events, church events and corporate conferences. Peter Golenbock - a sports journalist and author also a seven time New York Times Best Selling Author . He is best known for his besting selling 1975 book Dynasty: The New York Yankees 1949 1964 about the Yankees of that era. More recent titles written by Golenbock include In the County of Brooklyn (HarperCollins) and American Prince, A Memoir Tony Curtis (Random House). Peter Golenbock lives with his wife and son in St. Petersburg.