Grace Smith Title: Freelance Writer Education: Washington and Lee University Location: Hale’iwa, Hawaii Grace Smith is a contributing writer for PEOPLE. She covers travel, style, entertainment, and more for publications like The Wall Street Journal, Cosmopolitan, Lonely Planet, and others. She has also researched, tested, and written product reviews for digital outlets including Real Simple, Southern Living, Better Homes & Gardens, and more. As a journalist, Grace writes through the lens of the psychology of aesthetics, pulling from scientific insights, social histories, and her studio art background to inform her analysis of what we find beautiful. Originally from Tampa, Florida, she’s since lived in Virginia, New York City, Honolulu, Park City, and Hale’iwa.Highlights:Grace got her start on the book review blog she founded when she was 13 — and still runs.She studied European History and Studio Art at W&L University in Lexington, Virginia.Grace is an author represented by William Morris Endeavor for her novels, plus their film and TV rights. Education She studied European History and Studio Art at W&L University in Lexington, Virginia. About PEOPLE PEOPLE, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, delivers the most trustworthy celebrity news and captivating human interest stories, connecting you to the pulse of American culture. Since our first issue hit stands in 1974, we have been striving to tell compelling stories about the people behind the issues, as opposed to just the issues themselves. We are your everyday escape, taking you inside the lives of intriguing stars, newsmakers, up-and-comers and ordinary people doing extraordinary things. We serve and delight you by providing ideas about beauty, food and style through the lens of the people influencing the trends. And we are a force for good by telling stories of hope, optimism and kindness that drive conversation and inspire action. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.