Picture a storyteller who spun a world where demons, angels, and snarky heroines collide—meet Christina Bauer! Born in Buffalo, New York, this versatile author has enchanted readers with her Angelbound series, a dazzling blend of romance, fantasy, and paranormal thrills. With a knack for crafting kick-ass characters and immersive worlds, Bauer’s stories are like a rollercoaster ride through Purgatory’s Arena, leaving fans hungry for more.
Now settled in Newton, Massachusetts, Bauer balances her writing with a powerhouse marketing career, drawing on her Syracuse University education to fuel her creative and professional pursuits. Her journey from a curious kid asking nuns about Purgatory to a bestselling author is as captivating as her novels. Let’s dive into the life and legacy of this fantasy fiction trailblazer!
The Making of Christina Bauer
Christina Bauer’s storytelling roots trace back to her childhood in Buffalo, where her Roman Catholic upbringing sparked endless questions about the afterlife. Those unanswered queries about Purgatory planted the seeds for her vivid imagination. A graduate of Syracuse University’s Newhouse School, Bauer earned dual degrees in English and Television, Radio, and Film Production. Her marketing career flourished, working with giants like Cisco and Microsoft, and even founding her own software company, Mindful Technologies, in the 1990s. Yet, her true passion emerged in 2008 when she began writing Kindle books, channeling her love for fantasy into the Angelbound series.
Christina Bauer’s Unforgettable Stories
Bauer’s Angelbound series is the heart of her literary universe, centered on Myla Lewis, a quasi-demon with a sharp tongue and a fiercer fighting spirit. The first book, Angelbound (2013), introduces Myla’s battles in Purgatory’s Arena, where she faces souls vying for Heaven or Hell. Its blend of snarky humor, teen romance, and high-stakes action has driven over 500,000 ebook downloads and thousands of glowing reviews. Scala (2014) follows Myla as the Great Scala, wielding supernatural powers to move souls, while grappling with Lucifer’s Orb and her old enemy, Lady Adair. Armageddon (2014) escalates the drama, pitting Myla and her love, Prince Lincoln, against the King of Hell to save their kidnapped son, Maxon.
Beyond Angelbound, Bauer’s versatility shines in series like Fairy Tales of the Magicorum, modern fairy tales with sass and romance, and Dimension Drift, a dystopian saga with snark and aliens. Her writing style is a whirlwind of humor, fierce female leads, and mythological twists, inspired by everything from Joseph Campbell to her Boston T commutes. Bauer’s worlds are immersive, her characters unforgettable, and her ability to weave action with heart keeps readers hooked across genres.
Why Christina Bauer Matters
Christina Bauer’s impact on young adult fantasy is undeniable. Her Angelbound series has redefined paranormal romance with its bold heroines and creative world-building, earning a devoted fanbase and critical praise for its fresh take on afterlife myths. By co-developing the Heroine’s Journey with Ink Monster, Bauer has championed female-driven narratives, inspiring a new generation of writers and readers. Her marketing savvy also amplifies her reach, from leading PR for the Women’s March to crafting newsletters that connect directly with fans.
Bauer’s stories resonate because they blend escapism with empowerment, offering readers a chance to see themselves in characters like Myla—flawed, fierce, and fiercely independent. Her work continues to push the boundaries of fantasy, proving that even the most fantastical tales can carry universal truths.
- Born: Buffalo, New York
- Key Works: Angelbound, Scala, Armageddon, Fairy Tales of the Magicorum
- Education: Syracuse University, Newhouse School (BA in English; Television, Radio, and Film Production)
- Fun Fact: Bauer’s golden retriever, Ruby, is a beloved part of her Newton, MA, household!
About Christina Bauer
Snag Angelbound and dive into Christina Bauer’s thrilling, laugh-out-loud fantasy world today!