Antwone Fisher: a moving, shocking and humorous life story

Who is Antwone Fisher? reads like a great literary novel. I was torn between fits of laughter and sadness, sometimes forgetting that it was true. I hope this book will be cherished by all readers.' - Denzel Washington
Antwone Quenton Fisher is a producer and one of the most sought-after and highest-paid screenwriters in Hollywood. His screenplays include Double 'O' Soul starring Mariah Carey, Trigger Happy, Jelly Beans, produced by Will Smith, and Finding Fish starring Denzel Washington.
This is the story of Antwone Quenton Fisher’s remarkable life. In his social workers’ reports, he is listed as Babyboy Fisher. His mother is single when Antwone is born in prison. Antwone moves from an orphanage to foster homes and is abused mentally and physically for thirteen years. Just before his sixteenth birthday, he finds temporary refuge in a boys’ reform school. Temporary, because Antwone soon becomes homeless.
Fish, as Antwone is then called, is convinced that he is unwanted and unimportant. Yet he is determined to overcome himself. His romantic soul, sharp humor and rich imagination help him to believe in better times. And after many wanderings, Antwone finally gets to know his family. They can answer many of his questions.