June 1, 2022
Shawn Amos considers himself an artist who moonlights as an entrepreneur, from time to time. PHOTO BY JAMES FREEMAN.
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Author and artist recalls lessons from his father
Shawn Amos was seven years old when his dad, Wallace “Famous” Amos, opened his cookie shop. He remembers standing on a milk crate behind the counter to work the cash register, selling cookies, stocking the milk and helping in the kitchen. He learned at a young age the value of hard work.