Christie Brooks

Christie Brooks, originally from Rochester, New York, earned her Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology from the State University of New York at Brockport. After her unborn baby was diagnosed with a life-threatening birth defect in 2003, she chose to interrupt the pregnancy during the 5th month. Since that time she has been a staunch advocate and supporter of women who have chosen to terminate a pregnancy due to a fetal anomaly or a serious complication with the mother's health.

"Our Heartbreaking Choices" is the winner of the USA Book News "National Best Books 2009" award in Women's Issues, and a finalist in the "2010 International Book Awards" in the Women's Issues category.