Christopher Smith is a renowned American author, best known for his thriller novels. He has written several series, including the Fifth Avenue series and the Bullied series, as well as standalone novels like "You Only Die Twice." Smith's works have captivated readers worldwide, with over three million books sold to date.
Smith's background in film criticism has significantly influenced his writing. For fourteen years, he served as the film critic for a major newspaper in the Northeast, and for eight years, he made regular appearances on NBC affiliates. Additionally, he spent two years on the national cable network, E! Entertainment. With over 4,000 movie reviews to his name, Smith was recognized as the Best Critic by the Motion Picture Association in 2010. His film critique expertise is also reflected in his "Queued!" series, which features 100 of his best and worst film reviews on Netflix and other streaming services. He has also published "Your Movie Gave Me Hives," which includes nearly 150 reviews of some of the worst films he has critiqued throughout his career.
Smith's novels have garnered significant attention, leading to a successful writing career. His work has been recognized by notable figures such as Stephen King, who has praised Smith as a "cultural genius." Among Smith's most popular works are "Fifth Avenue," "Running of the Bulls," "From Manhattan with Love," "Bullied," "Revenge," "Witch," and "War," all of which have dealt with various themes, from bullying to international espionage. His novels "A Rush to Violence" and "From Manhattan with Revenge" are part of the Fifth Avenue series, which follows the story of a detective seeking justice in New York City.
Smith's commitment to his craft is evident in his impressive body of work. He has received critical acclaim for his novels, which have been translated into multiple languages and sold worldwide. Living in Maine, Smith continues to write and publish novels that resonate with readers and leave a lasting impact on the literary world.