Author Bio
B. A. Crisp, MPS aka Angelina, is a strategist at Crisp Concepts, Inc., in Herndon, VA. Her professional portfolio ranges from psychiatric assessment specialist to adviser with the Department of Homeland Security’s Science & Technology Directorate, where she collaborated on anti-human trafficking research. She also lent her expertise to Homeland Security Investigations on Illicit Finance Crimes and Gangs.
In 2015, she was nominated for the Homeland Security Director’s Service Award, meeting mandates of both the White House and Congress in the battle against human trafficking. That same year, she was honored as a Naples Illustrated “Leading Lady” and once served for a few years on the Board of Directors for the Pace Center for Girls—Collier at Immokalee.m Additionally, she is a 2013 alumna of Leadership Collier.
As if that weren’t enough, Crisp is a bestselling author too. She wrote The Quanta Chronicles trilogy, a psychological thriller, along with three non-fiction titles: Loosen Your Lotus, How to Hug a Ghost, and A Cosmic Conspiracy—the latter named a 2025 top new release in Science Essays and Commentary on Amazon.
Academically, Crisp earned her B.A. in psychology from Ursuline College, graduating Summa cum Laude. She went on to earn her M.S. from George Washington University’s Graduate School of Political Management, finishing as valedictorian. Her studies also took her across the Atlantic to Exeter College, University of Oxford, and the London School of Journalism. She’s never met a library she didn’t like but she can’t say the same about a few people.
Crisp married her best friend, David Crisp Jr., and while her résumé is stacked, she feels that her greatest contribution to society is her phenomenal children.
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Books
Quanta Chronicles Book I: Red Bird (IBSN-10: 0578513145 | IBSN-13: 978-0578513140, 2Portal Publishing)
Quanta Chronicles Book II: X Point (IBSN-10: 1734308761 | IBSN-13: 978-1734308761, 2Portal Publishing)
Quanta Chronicles Book III :Emergent (IBSN-13: 978-1734308723, 2Portal Publishing)
Loosen Your Lotus (IBSN-10: 1734308761 | IBSN-13: 978-1734308761, 2Portal Publishing)
How to Hug a Ghost (IBSN-10: 1734308788 | IBSN-13: 978-1734308785, 2Portal Publishing)
A Cosmic Conspiracy: Quantum Physics, Conciousness, & Secrets of the Universe (IBSN-13: 979-8992518900, 2Portal Publishing)
Interview Questions
Personal & Author Journey
What first inspired you to merge science with the sacred and combine mystery, spirituality, and social commentary in your books?
You’ve worn many hats—psychiatric assessment specialist, strategist, advocate, and author. How do those roles inform your writing voice?
Do you see yourself more as a storyteller, a truth-seeker, or a bridge-builder between science and ancient wisdom?
About the Books
Your trilogy The Quanta Chronicles and your nonfiction works like A Cosmic Conspiracy, Loosen Your Lotus, and How to Hug a Ghost all circle around consciousness and unseen forces. Why do you think readers are so hungry for these topics now?
In Loosen Your Lotus, you invite readers into a deeply personal journey. How do you balance vulnerability with personal elevation?
Your newest nonfiction release, A Cosmic Conspiracy, threads quantum physics with ancient wisdom and declassified defense weaponry research. How much is speculation—and how much is grounded in real science?
Societal Impact
You’ve been outspoken on issues like human trafficking, free speech, and women’s agency. How do your books fit into your advocacy work?
Do you think fiction can communicate truth more effectively than data or policy reports?
Creative Process
What does your creative process look like? Do ideas strike like lightning, or do you build them meticulously like equations?
If you had to describe your writing style in three words, what would they be?
Suggested Talking Points
The Crossroads of Science & Spirituality: How quantum mechanics, plasma cosmology, and ancient wisdom traditions echo each other.
Women & Choice: Empowerment, agency, and dismantling myths in religion, faith, adult entertainment and broader society.
The Hidden Variables of Consciousness: Why microtubules, neutrinos, and vertical time matter to everyday human experience.
Storytelling as Advocacy: How fiction and memoir give voice to silenced communities.
Fractals, Symbols & Sacred Geometry: Why visual metaphors matter for understanding the universe.
The Role of Mystery: How unanswered questions fuel science and spirituality.
Personal Legacy: Blending biography, memoir, and family history into universal lessons about duty, freedom, and resilience.
The Future of Freedom: What free speech, body autonomy, and scientific exploration have in common.
Favorite Book Excerpts
On Consciousness (from A Cosmic Conspiracy)
“Nikola Tesal, like Bohm, believed that everything in the Universe is part of an interconnected energy field. By understanding various frequencies and vibrations within this field we gain deeper insight into the nature of reality…”
On Resilience (from Loosen Your Lotus)
“Our spirit is larger than us, and it calls us to rise higher than our difficulties. We should get to know this inner guide just as we get to know and love a great friend.”On Grief (from How to Hug a Ghost)
“Looking back, I now understand that my past experiences, no matter how painful, have shaped me into the person I am today. They’ve given me a deeper appreciation for life. By treasuring my past and embracing all aspects of my personal journey,my wounds have transformed into wisdom and my scars into sources of integrity.”On Freedom (from Red Bird)
“But this place, these people, they don’t cultivate smart. They leave us instead, to rot in crumbling mediocrity where the weight of boredom, meds and low hopes, keep our chins down and shuffling through 8x10 cells. Most of us later wind up in prison or psychiatric wards severely socially and/or professionally deficient.”On Hope (from X Point)
“Bennie once told me Earth holds strategic intergalactic value because it serves as a repository between realms. It’s piddly little orbit is responsible for keeping entire universes intact via a few portals that lead to alternate worlds with countless other interstellar gateways.”
On Legacy (from Emergent)
“He told me that fully-fledged Camaeliphim remember a time when Kihogs lived elevated lives, beyond oppression. Humans were happy in communicative consciousness with trees, rivers oroceans, trading and laughing in peace, with simple homes, style and food. It was a time when there was enough…”
Notable Book Reviews
Amazon Reviews for Quanta Chronicles Trilogy Book I: Red Bird
“Mesmerizing and engaging writing, fascination main character and 1980s nostalgia…”
“Author has skillfully maintained suspense and intrigue until the end, creating an unputdownable work.”
“The attention to detail and strong characters bolster a thrilling read which rattles to a stirring conclusion. Highly recommend!”
Amazon Reviews for Quanta Chronicles Trilogy Book II: X-Point
“…at some points the story is so realistic that this makes it easy to be inside the story and readers can feel totally connected with all characters while reading about their adventures.”
“Intricately woven together with hints of history 're-explained' to fit a perfectly plausible plotline, this is a science fiction masterpiece. Five solid stars.”
“It dances between spirituality, science, politics and more. Using real world scenarios mixed with sci-fi type extrapolation. A hard book to put down.”
Amazon Reviews for Quanta Chronicles Trilogy Book III: Emergent
“I find myself reading this trilogy twice. I never read anything twice. I love living in this world.”
“All three of these books were absolutely amazing. What a great story. I want to say thank you to the author for the emotions I experienced reading these. Highly recommend.”
Amazon Reviews for Loosen Your Lotus
“In a world where it's easy to get lost in the fast-paced frenzy of life, this book offers a guiding light. It encourages readers to embrace life's intricacies and discover opportunities even in challenging moments. With remarkable insights and practical wisdom, the author empowers us to navigate life's mysteries and find serenity.”
“I was so moved by the glimpses of the author's harrowing experiences in this book. Why? Because she takes readers on an inspirational journey of personal triumph. The author’s resilience in the face of extreme adversity is inspiring.”
Amazon Reviews for How to Hug a Ghost
“A MUST read: heartfelt, raw, & inspiring. A work from the heart with brutally honest critiques about the human condition and suggestions for healing from trauma.”
“What sets this book apart is its honesty—setbacks are inevitable, and the author doesn’t shy away from detailing hers.”
Amazon Reviews for A Cosmic Conspiracy
“This book is both thought-provoking and meticulously researched, blending complex ideas with accessible storytelling. Crisp takes readers on a journey that is as intellectually engaging as it is imaginative.”
“Expect moments of goosebumps. Expect to pause, reread, and highlight. You wont want to put it down.”
In The Quanta Chronicles, what parallels did you notice between scientific discovery and human emotion?
Loosen Your Lotus blends humor with healing. Did that balance make the difficult subjects easier—or harder—for you to process as a reader?
In How to Hug a Ghost, the concept of memory and loss is reframed through science and metaphor. Did you interpret it literally, spiritually, or psychologically?
A Cosmic Conspiracy argues that science and spirituality are not enemies but allies. Do you agree? Why or why not?
B.A. Crisp often returns to the theme of choice—whether in relationships, careers, or consciousness itself. Where in your life do you feel most free, and where do you feel constrained?
Do you think Crisp’s blending of personal story, advocacy, and cosmic theory strengthens or complicates her narrative voice?
Which of the six books most resonated with you personally—and why?
Which was your favorite and what other supernatural or science topics would you like to see Crisp explore?