During his off time, he coached his sons Little League team, an experience that inspired him to write his first book. Norwood graduated from the University of Alabama with a degree in communications, double majoring in journalism and creative writing. He also earned a degree from the University of Alabama School of Law. He is a member of the University of Alabama Alumni Association, the Nashville and American Bar Associations, and the Publishers Association of the South. Norwood resides in Franklin, Tennessee.