B.V. Pearce was born in Northumberland, England, but moved around a lot. She studied English Literature at Cambridge University and now lives with her family in the Forest of Dean, western Gloucestershire.

B.V. Pearce started her first novel in 2004 and was the winner of SCBWI's Undiscovered Voices in 2008. Her first YA book won the Leeds Book Award 2012 and the Cheshire Schools Book Award 2013. Since then, she has published nine more YA novels, two adult thrillers and her first middle-grade novel. She also writes short stories, which have been published in various anthologies and magazines.

When she is not writing, B.V. Pearce showcases her love for it by teaching Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults at City University, London, and working as a mentor and editor for aspiring writers. She enjoys travelling, playing cricket for a local women's team and has been learning to play the cello.