Christopher Pike is the pseudonym of Kevin McFadden. He is a bestselling author known for his thrilling young adult and children's fiction. Born in New York, McFadden grew up in California, where he continues to reside. Despite dropping out of college, he initially worked in various jobs including factory work, house painting, and computer programming before finding success as an author. His breakthrough came with the publication of Slumber Party in 1985, marking his entry into the young adult thriller genre.