Christina June is an American author of young adult contemporary fiction. She writes stories that often explore themes of family, identity, self-discovery, and first love, frequently incorporating elements of travel and cultural exploration. Her debut novel, *It Started with Goodbye* (2017), follows a teen navigating family expectations and romance during a summer in Washington, D.C. June's other works include *Everywhere You Want to Be* and *No Place Like Here*. Known for her authentic teen voices and heartfelt narratives, she crafts relatable coming-of-age stories with diverse settings. June also works as a school counselor, bringing psychological insight to her character development and the emotional journeys of her protagonists.