This is a list of best-selling fiction authors to date, in any language. While finding precise sales numbers for any given author is nearly impossible, the list is based on approximate numbers …

5 days ago · The ranking focuses on individual authors, excluding publishers, and anonymous / multi-author compilations. Note: This ranking focuses on the ten best-selling authors of all …

Jun 29, 2024 · In this list, I have compiled the works of the 101 greatest authors and writers of all time, celebrating their unique contributions to literature and their mastery of the written word.

The term “Authors” refers to individuals who have written and published works of literature, including novels, short stories, poems, plays, and non-fiction.

Jun 23, 2025 · In just two short centuries, the great U.S. of A. has produced an incredible number of writers that have influenced literature and art the world over. This list includes the most …

From the classical masters who laid the foundation of literature to the contemporary voices shaping the narratives of today, this list is a celebration of the profound impact authors have …

Jul 21, 2025 · This comprehensive guide presents the 100 most popular and influential authors who have shaped the English literary tradition, organized chronologically and thematically to …

May 5, 2025 · Discover the most famous authors and their iconic books that shaped literature—from timeless classics to modern masterpieces—spanning genres like fiction, …

Dec 9, 2025 · Discover the Top 7 Most Famous Authors of All Time, including William Shakespeare, Leo Tolstoy, and J.K. Rowling. Learn about their global influence, country, and …

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