Date of Birth: April 22, 1964
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
Christina Baker Kline is a celebrated American novelist, born in Cambridge, England, and raised in the American South and in Maine. She is best known for her #1 New York Times bestselling novel “Orphan Train,” which has been published in 40 countries. Kline attended Yale University, where she majored in English and graduated with honors. She later earned her master’s degrees in literature from Cambridge University and in creative writing from the University of Virginia. Kline’s writing often explores themes of resilience and the complexities of human connections. Her works have been praised for their rich character development and historical accuracy. In addition to “Orphan Train,” her other notable works include “A Piece of the World,” inspired by the Andrew Wyeth painting “Christina’s World,” and “The Exiles,” which delves into the lives of female convicts exiled to Australia. Kline has also written essays, articles, and reviews for various publications and has served on the faculty of several writing programs, including Fordham University and New York University’s Creative Writing Program. She currently lives in New York City and on the coast of Maine with her family.
5 Interesting Facts about Christina Baker Kline
1. Christina Baker Kline’s novel “Orphan Train” spent over two years on the New York Times bestseller list.
2. She has a deep interest in visual arts, which is evident in her novel “A Piece of the World,” inspired by a famous painting.
3. Kline has co-authored or edited five nonfiction books, including “The Conversation Begins: Mothers and Daughters Talk About Living Feminism.”
4. Her work has been translated into more than 40 languages.
5. Kline has received numerous awards and honors, including the New England Prize for Fiction and the Maine Literary Award.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Christina Baker Kline
1. “Our stories are what make us human, and they’re the one sure way we have of making sense of our lives.”
2. “I am fascinated by the way the past informs the present and the ways in which we carry our histories with us.”
3. “The power of a good book lies in its ability to transport you to another world and make you feel deeply.”
4. “Resilience is a quality that has always intrigued me—how people endure and overcome adversity.”
5. “Writing is an act of empathy, a way to step into someone else’s shoes and see the world from their perspective.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Christina Baker Kline has achieved an estimated highest net worth of approximately $5 million.
Children
Christina Baker Kline is married to David Kline, and they have three sons: Hayden, Will, and Eli.
Relevant Links
1. [Official Website](https://www.christinabakerkline.com
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