Fallen Angel: exploring the darker side of social media

In the world of social media, the well-being of teenagers can be very easily overlooked. Sometimes the problem is so complex society rather condemn than understand why abuse is perpetrated online. That is why Angelina Phoenix, author of Fallen Angel, was keen to explore the murky online realm and show the toll it takes on our most venerable: teenagers.

Angelina, winner of Byzanfest 2023 Best Short-Film for INSIDE, relied upon her knowledge and observations to creatively spun the negative impact of social media and the internet into a thought-provoking fictional story for children ages 10 to 18 years old.

The story follows the life of a 15-year-old girl named "Angel" as she falls into the dark side of the internet. The author covers a range of related topics including peer pressure, temptation, relationships, escapism, grooming and other serious challenges that a young teenage girl may face in today's dark world.

Phoenix began writing this book when she was 15 in the hope of taking a stand against child grooming and the downfall of innocence. She took notice that there are not enough people using art to inspire courage and change to be made. So, she stood up and poured out tears in the form of words, providing a much-needed voice to the silenced.

"If parents are not teaching their children how to navigate this modern world, who really is?" said Phoenix. "In our day and age we are bombarded by the constant pressure to be present on social media, trying to be admired and followed. The darkness of your world is ever growing. It is time for more light to be shed and others to be ignited by the passion of truth."

Angelina Phoenix holds a Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy and Administration and a certificate in Cyber Crime Investigation for her research into the many dangers of internet behaviour and the psychology of predators. In addition to writing and research, she has also received a certificate in The Art of Film for her work, which sheds light on the darkness of this world. Phoenix deeply desires for the protection of the innocent, and the restoration of hope through art and justice. She loves bringing stories to life through filmmaking as well as leading various networking events in her community. Phoenix is an event host and enjoys public speaking and conducting interviews. As a story chaser, she also loves exploration and travel.

Angelina Phoenix has studied and invested time into researching many dangers of internet behaviour, and the psychology of predators. Moreover, she has received a certification in Cyber Crime Investigation. Angelina also has a certificate in Film which she uses to bring stories to life on the silver screen. The main goal in life for Angelina is to shine a light into the darkness of this world. Through everything, Angelina deeply desires to restore hope and protection of innocence in this dark world.

You can purchase hard or soft copies of Fallen Angel from Amazon and Barnes and Noble.

You can also purchase novel merchandise directly from the author via DM on her Instagram page.