Antonio StowesThe author is a rehabilitated and reinvented black man from Cleveland, Ohio. He is the only child of his mother, Ms. Antonia (Ms. Ann) Stowes. Being in the streets since the age of about 13, lead to run-ins with the law. He was incarcerated at the ag of 17 for Aggravated Robbery and sentenced to an 18-year prison sentence. Upon entering prison, after a rocky start in the beginning of his bid, he eventually ceased his association and affiliation with any gang, street lifestyle, or mentality. Once he became conscious, he desired more and better results for his life. He started facilitating inmate led programs. He enrolled in Ashland University, where he maintained a 3.0 GPA each semester. He is CPR certified, a certified Ohio school tutor and has consistently put in the proper work to prepare himself for society and freedom. Being incarcerated since he was a teenager has motivated and fueled him to show true resiliency. Read More Read Less