Antwan D. Smith grew up in Richmond, Virginia, in a “not so nice” neighborhood. This gave him hope for his own future, for a better place and a better life. It also inspired him to...view moreAntwan D. Smith grew up in Richmond, Virginia, in a “not so nice” neighborhood. This gave him hope for his own future, for a better place and a better life. It also inspired him to become a writer. He continues to live in Richmond today.view less