Christine Platt is a modern-day Renaissance woman whose work centers on honoring Black voices and lived experiences—past, present, and future. Known as the Afrominimalist, Christine is recognized globally as a teacher and trailblazer on how to live a liberating life with less. She delivers powerful talks and workshops at universities, conferences, and literary festivals, captivating audiences with her unique insights on minimalism and personal transformation. With her forthcoming work, Less Is Liberation, Christine will continue to inspire audiences to find freedom from overwhelm by questioning conventional norms and embracing life with authenticity and intention.

Since the release of her award-winning debut The Truth About Awiti, Christine has written more than two dozen books for readers of all ages; including her most recent influential titles The Afrominimalist’s Guide to Living With Less, Rebecca, Not Becky, and the beloved children’s series, Frankie & Friends. A beloved author celebrated for teaching tough history and lasting implications of the transatlantic slave trade, Christine’s writing has established her as a respected figure in K-12 education, literary, and social justice spheres.

For over two decades, Christine has served as an advocate and executive leader in public and private sectors, government, and academia, each role underscoring her unwavering commitment to representation and inclusion. She earned her B.A. in Africana Studies from the University of South Florida, an M.A. in African and African American Studies from The Ohio State University, and a J.D. from Stetson University College of Law. Christine is actively involved in several professional organizations including the Association of Writers and Writing Programs, Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Association of Black Women Historians, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History; she also serves as an Ambassador for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture.