Sharon Claudette SmithAuthor Sharon Claudette Smith was born and raised in Southport. She is a freelance writer who enjoys international travel, writing, and reading. Sherry Monahan is the author of six books, including Arcadia Publishing's Images of America: Pikes Peak: dventurers, Communities, and Lifestyles; Images of America: Apex; and Images of America: Cary. She is a genealogist, has appeared on the History Channel, and writes a monthly magazine column. Read More Read Less