The story for this Book was written by Juan Mendez Scott & Sherman Mills. Juan has worked with such directors as Spike Lee and Monty Ross. He is also the writer of several books, to include "Trusting October," which many of you have read, and have given incredible reviews. Juan also grew up in the DC Metro area, living in SE as a young child, and living in Oxon Hill (Southview) thru his teenage years. He graduated from Roosevelt HS in 1982 and still lives in the area today. To read more about the author and book, visit the site below http: //backtoschoolboogie.com/