J. B. Stallworth was born in Baltimore, Maryland. For Stallworth, being raised in a city known for it's rich history and culture had it's benefits.
At an early age, her passion for the arts was sparked through the love of reading and theatre. Later, she would enroll into Towson State University under the Communications and Theatre programs. At TSU, Stallworth cultivated an interest in biblical studies, research, history and philosophy. Unbeknownst to Stallworth, her eclectic and often esoteric interest would later become an integral thread in her writing style.
Stallworth's natural storytelling abilities led her to the stage as a performer for various community on-stage productions