Christina Maheen Amini

Christina Maheen Amini is a highly accomplished professional known for her prolific career in publishing. Serving as the Publisher of Gift at the esteemed indie publisher, Chronicle Books, Christina has curated an environment where both people and ideas flourish. Her leadership style, characterized by positivity, robust publishing acumen, and unwavering enthusiasm, has not only fostered significant revenue growth but has also led to bold forays into new territories, spanning gifts, games, and beyond.

Under her guidance, her publishing groups have birthed numerous bestsellers, launched successful series, and forged enduring partnerships with iconic brands like Disney, Pixar, and LEGO. Noteworthy creations include popular games like DONNER DINNER PARTY and innovative gift formats such as PAD OF BUTTER. Christina has also championed inclusion and equity initiatives in the industry through her role as the founding Executive Sponsor for the Allyship for All group at Chronicle Books.

Christina's journey in publishing began at HarperCollins Children’s Books and later saw her at Dwell, where she held the pioneering position of the first online editor. Her creative endeavors extend to being an accomplished author, with works like BEFORE THE MORTGAGE and the recent picture book release, BABA'S GIFT. A sought-after speaker, Christina has graced the stages of prestigious events and institutions including Stanford University, AdobeMax, and Creative Mornings.

Her educational background includes studies in publishing at Stanford University, where she also completed her Bachelor of Arts in English. Christina Maheen Amini's rich professional history is underscored by a wealth of roles at Chronicle Books, from Senior Editor to Editorial Director, showcasing her versatile skill set and unwavering dedication to the publishing industry.