Adam Christopher is a distinguished author, hailing from New Zealand, who has made a significant impact in the realms of science fiction, fantasy, adventure, and mystery novels. He is celebrated for his Spider Wars and Raymond Electromatic series, which have captivated readers with their intriguing narratives. Growing up, Christopher was greatly influenced by Doctor Who's Pertwee-era and the music of The Beatles, elements which have perhaps subtly seeped into his creative works.
Christopher, born as Adam Christopher McGechan on February 2, 1978, in Auckland, New Zealand, embarked on his journey to North West England with his family during his formative years. His love for The Beatles and Doctor Who was cultivated in the 1980s, shaping his artistic inclinations. In addition to his writing, Christopher is an avid tea drinker and expresses a deep interest in DC Comics, Stephen King, and The Cure. He shares his life with his wife in Northwest England.
Christopher's literary career is adorned with numerous accolades and significant achievements. His debut novel, "Empire State," was not only SciFiNow's Book of the Year but also a Financial Times Book of the Year. His repertoire includes "Made To Kill," "STANDARD HOLLYWOOD DEPRAVITY," and "KILLING IS MY BUSINESS," as well as "SEVEN WONDERS," "THE AGE ATOMIC," and "THE BURNING DARK." He has also penned official tie-in novels for popular franchises such as "Stranger Things," "Elementary," and "Dishonored." His comic book contributions include co-creating the modern version of Archie Comics' superhero The Shield and contributing to Greg Rucka and Michael Lark's "LAZARUS" series from Image Comics. Christopher has further extended his reach into the "Star Wars" universe, contributing to the "From A Certain Point Of View" anthology series and the all-ages "Star Wars Adventures" comic from IDW. His debut "Star Wars" novel, "SHADOW OF THE SITH," was published in 2022 and became an instant New York Times Bestseller.