Conversation With A Killer is a raw, haunting, and deeply introspective book that offers readers a powerful glimpse into the mind of a man who once embraced a life of violence-and the inner transformation that followed. Written by DeShawn Kenner while serving a 20-year prison sentence, this book is more than a memoir; it's a therapeutic journey, a cautionary tale, and a powerful intervention for anyone standing at a crossroads between destruction and redemption. Told through the framework of an imagined dialogue between DeShawn and his former self-the version of him that was numb, angry, and lost in the streets-this book confronts the root causes of violence, self-hatred, and misguided loyalty. With brutal honesty, Kenner examines the emotional scars, childhood traumas, and systemic failures that helped shape his earlier choices. He doesn't shy away from accountability. Instead, he leans into it-challenging readers to do the same. What makes Conversation With A Killer so compelling is its dual purpose: to reflect and to rescue. It's written in language that resonates with young men in high-risk environments, but it also speaks powerfully to educators, social workers, families, and policymakers trying to understand the mindset behind crime. Kenner's narrative is filled with wisdom forged in solitude, and he offers a rare combination of street credibility and scholarly insight. This book is ideal for classrooms, reentry programs, correctional institutions, and community discussions focused on violence prevention, self-development, and restorative justice. It can be used as a mentoring tool or personal development resource to spark life-saving conversations. In a society quick to condemn but slow to understand, Conversation With A Killer dares to humanize the so-called "offender," giving voice to the silent battles many endure before they even pick up a weapon. It is a call to awareness, a plea for healing, and proof that even in darkness, transformation is possible. This book isn't just read-it's felt. And once you finish it, you won't be the same.