The author was born and raised in Bridgeton, New Jersey. She has been married for almost thirty years and has two children. B. A. Braxton has been known to write mysteries, human interest stories, westerns, and plays: she takes pride in her diversity and appreciates all feedback. "[B. A. Braxton writes] with the stylistic assurance and professionalism of a writer who has already published extensively." - Barry N. Malzberg (Editorial Co-Director of the Scott Meredith Literary Agency), February 2000