Stephen R MarksThe story of Jonathon Braxton mirrors the life experiences of its author, Stephen R. Marks. Marks owned and operated a small technology services firm in Thousand Oaks, California from 1987 to 2018. And he witnessed first-hand, with a niece, the diffiulties suffered by those afflicted by, and those caring for the afflicted of, Type 1 diabetes. Marks served on the Los Angeles Board of Directors for JDRF, the world's largest advocacy group for supporting efforts to provide better preventions, treatments, and ultimately the cure for Type 1, from 2011 to 2017. Over the course of his involvement, he was directly responsible for over $250,000 in donations. Marks has always been fascinated by politics and developed his story to merge his two interests of contributing to better government and advocating for a cure for T1D. He has a sequel to Jonathon Braxton in process to bring more awareness to both. The story of 'JB is being written to amuse and entertain those interested in politics and to inspire and provide hope for a cure to all within the Type 1 diabetes community. Read More Read Less