The Greatest Authors of All Time

Ever wondered who the greatest authors of all time are? We've analyzed 759 diverse book lists to create this comprehensive ranking of literary masters. Our algorithm considers several key factors to determine each author's position:

This system ensures that authors with multiple enduring works are recognized, while still giving weight to the quality of individual books. The rankings are automatically calculated and updated as new lists are added to our database.

6401. Alfonso Domingo Álvaro

Alfonso Domingo Álvaro's highest rated books

6402. Manuel Vázquez

Manuel Vázquez Montalbán was a Spanish writer, journalist, and poet known for his detective novels featuring the character Pepe Carvalho. He was a prominent cultural critic and his works often explored themes of politics and society.

Manuel Vázquez's highest rated books

6403. John Rozum

John Rozum is a comic book writer known for his work on series such as 'Xombi' and 'The X-Files'. He has contributed to various publishers including DC Comics and Milestone Media.

John Rozum's highest rated books

6404. Mao Zedong

Mao Zedong was a Chinese communist revolutionary and founding father of the People's Republic of China, which he governed as the chairman of the Chinese Communist Party from its establishment in 1949 until his death in 1976. He is known for his role in the Chinese Revolution and for his political theories, military strategies, and policies, collectively known as Maoism.

Mao Zedong's highest rated books

6405. Joseph S. Pulver Sr.

Joseph S. Pulver Sr. was an American author known for his works in the horror and weird fiction genres. He often used his initials in his published works and was recognized for his contributions to the Cthulhu Mythos.

Joseph S. Pulver Sr.'s highest rated books

6406. Mónica Moreno Fernández-Santa Cruz

Mónica Moreno Fernández-Santa Cruz's highest rated books

6407. Álex de la Iglesia

Álex de la Iglesia is a Spanish film director, screenwriter, and producer known for his work in the horror and comedy genres. He gained international recognition with films such as 'The Day of the Beast' and 'The Last Circus'. His unique style often combines dark humor with elements of the grotesque.

Álex de la Iglesia's highest rated books

6408. Jorge de Cascante

Jorge de Cascante's highest rated books

6409. George Langelaan

George Langelaan was a British writer and journalist, best known for his short story 'The Fly', which was adapted into several films. He was born in Paris and served in World War II as a spy for the British Special Operations Executive.

George Langelaan's highest rated books

6410. Étienne de La Boétie

Étienne de La Boétie was a French judge, writer, and philosopher, best known for his work 'Discourse on Voluntary Servitude,' which explores the nature of tyranny and the reasons why people submit to it. He was a close friend of the philosopher Michel de Montaigne.

Étienne de La Boétie's highest rated books

6411. Santiago Lorenzo

Santiago Lorenzo is a Spanish author, screenwriter, and filmmaker known for his unique storytelling and satirical style. He has gained recognition for his novels and contributions to Spanish literature and cinema.

Santiago Lorenzo's highest rated books

6412. Fernando Sánchez Dragó

Fernando Sánchez Dragó was a Spanish writer and television host known for his works in literature and his contributions to Spanish media. He authored numerous books and was recognized for his distinctive style and controversial opinions.

Fernando Sánchez Dragó's highest rated books

6413. Carlos Ferrer Peñaranda

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6414. I.N.J. Culbard

I.N.J. Culbard is a British artist and writer known for his work in comics and graphic novels, often adapting classic literature into graphic form.

I.N.J. Culbard's highest rated books

6415. Sandy Petersen

Sandy Petersen is a renowned game designer best known for his work on the tabletop role-playing game Call of Cthulhu and his contributions to the video game industry, including titles like Doom and Quake.

Sandy Petersen's highest rated books

6416. Juan García Oliver

Juan García Oliver was a prominent Spanish anarchist and a key figure in the anarcho-syndicalist movement. He played a significant role during the Spanish Civil War, serving as the Minister of Justice in the Spanish Republican government. García Oliver was a member of the Confederación Nacional del Trabajo (CNT) and the Federación Anarquista Ibérica (FAI).

Juan García Oliver's highest rated books

6417. Albert Monteys

Albert Monteys is a Spanish comic book artist and writer known for his work in the Spanish satirical magazine 'El Jueves' and his involvement in the digital comic series 'Universe!' published by Panel Syndicate.

Albert Monteys's highest rated books

6418. Jorge Coto Bautista «Tiberio»

Jorge Coto Bautista, also known by his pseudonym 'Tiberio', is a Costa Rican author known for his contributions to literature. His works often explore themes relevant to Costa Rican culture and society.

Jorge Coto Bautista «Tiberio»'s highest rated books

6419. Milton Hatoum

Milton Hatoum is a renowned Brazilian author known for his novels that explore themes of identity, displacement, and cultural conflict. His works often reflect the diverse cultural landscape of Brazil, particularly the Amazon region, where he was born.

Milton Hatoum's highest rated books

6420. Peter O'Mahoney

Peter O'Mahoney's highest rated books

6421. Maria Dong

Maria Dong's highest rated books

6422. Dan Grylles

Dan Grylles's highest rated books

6423. Henry Porter

Henry Porter is a British author and journalist known for his espionage thrillers and political novels. He has also contributed to various publications as a columnist and editor.

Henry Porter's highest rated books

6424. Margaret Mizushima

Margaret Mizushima is an American author known for her Timber Creek K-9 mystery series, which features a Colorado deputy and her K-9 partner. Her work often combines elements of mystery and suspense with a focus on character development and the bond between humans and animals.

Margaret Mizushima's highest rated books

6425. Paul Doiron

Paul Doiron is an American author known for his crime and mystery novels, particularly the Mike Bowditch series set in Maine.

Paul Doiron's highest rated books

6426. Jaime Lynn Hendricks

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6427. Chloe C. Peñaranda

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6428. Charlene Carr

Charlene Carr's highest rated books

6429. Patrick A. Davis

Patrick A. Davis's highest rated books

6430. Jason Kasper

Jason Kasper's highest rated books

6431. Tom Cain

Tom Cain is the pseudonym of British author David Thomas, known for writing thriller novels, including the popular 'Samuel Carver' series.

Tom Cain's highest rated books

6432. Shu Sakuratani

Shu Sakuratani's highest rated books

6433. Charly Cox

Charly Cox is a British poet and writer known for her work that often explores themes of mental health, relationships, and modern life. She gained recognition for her debut poetry collection 'She Must Be Mad'.

Charly Cox's highest rated books

6434. Rachel Abbott

Rachel Abbott is a British author known for her psychological thrillers. She gained popularity with her debut novel 'Only the Innocent' and has since published several bestsellers.

Rachel Abbott's highest rated books

6435. Ronnie O'Sullivan

Ronnie O'Sullivan is a professional snooker player from England, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. Known for his fast and attacking style of play, he has won numerous world championships and holds many records in snooker.

Ronnie O'Sullivan's highest rated books

6436. J.S. Carol

J.S. Carol's highest rated books

6437. Charlie Gallagher

Charlie Gallagher's highest rated books

6438. Kate Ellis

Kate Ellis is a British author known for her crime and mystery novels, particularly the Wesley Peterson series, which combines modern crime detection with historical themes.

Kate Ellis's highest rated books

6439. H.M. Long

H.M. Long's highest rated books

6440. S.E. Lynes

S.E. Lynes's highest rated books

6441. Mallory Arnold

Mallory Arnold's highest rated books

6442. Neil McRobert

Neil McRobert's highest rated books

6443. James Hudson

James Hudson's highest rated books

6444. Stuart A. Kauffman

Stuart Alan Kauffman is an American theoretical biologist and complex systems researcher who has made significant contributions to the understanding of the origin of life and the behavior of complex systems. He is known for his work on self-organization and the concept of the 'adjacent possible.'

Stuart A. Kauffman's highest rated books

6445. Elwyn R. Berlekamp

Elwyn R. Berlekamp was an American mathematician known for his work in coding theory, combinatorial game theory, and the development of the Berlekamp–Massey algorithm. He was also a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and contributed significantly to the field of mathematics through his research and publications.

Elwyn R. Berlekamp's highest rated books

6446. David Easley

David Easley is a well-known economist and professor, recognized for his contributions to the field of economics, particularly in market microstructure and decision theory. He is a faculty member at Cornell University.

David Easley's highest rated books

6447. Jackie Sobon

Jackie Sobon is a well-known vegan food photographer and cookbook author, recognized for her creative and accessible plant-based recipes.

Jackie Sobon's highest rated books

6448. Darran Anderson

Darran Anderson is an Irish writer known for his works on urban history and culture, including the acclaimed book 'Imaginary Cities'.

Darran Anderson's highest rated books

6449. William Cheng

William Cheng's highest rated books

6450. Andrew Marttila

Andrew Marttila's highest rated books