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:
- Book Rankings: Each author's score starts with the sum of their books' rankings from our master list.
- Number of Great Books: Authors are rewarded for having multiple highly-ranked books. The more great books an author has, the higher their overall score.
- Age of Books: Older books receive a small bonus to their score, with the maximum bonus going to books over 100 years old.
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.
6901. Uta Seeburg
6902. Henry Morris
6903. Ken Jennings
Ken Jennings is an American game show contestant, author, and television presenter, best known for his record-setting winning streak on the U.S. game show 'Jeopardy!'.
6904. Nick DiGiovanni
Nick DiGiovanni is an American chef, internet personality, and cookbook author known for his appearances on cooking shows and his popular online cooking content.
6905. Daniel Pembrey
6906. D.K. Publishing
DK Publishing is a British multinational publishing company specializing in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 62 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a division of Bertelsmann.
6907. Kris Wilson
6908. Ashley Shelby
Ashley Shelby is an American author known for her works of fiction and non-fiction. Her writing often explores themes related to environmental issues and human relationships.
6909. Midge Raymond
Midge Raymond is an author known for her works of fiction, including the novel 'My Last Continent' and the short story collection 'Forgetting English.' Her writing often explores themes of nature, travel, and human relationships.
6910. Sophie Bonnet
6911. Jill K. Berry
6912. Betty Reynolds
6913. Jack Stewart
6914. Helen Birch
6915. Des Linden
Desiree Linden is an accomplished American long-distance runner, best known for winning the Boston Marathon in 2018. She has represented the United States in various international competitions, including the Olympics.
6916. Kieron Dwyer
Kieron Dwyer is an American comic book artist known for his work on titles such as 'Captain America,' 'Avengers,' and 'LCD: Lowest Comic Denominator.' He has contributed to both mainstream and independent comics, showcasing a versatile style.
6917. Youna Kim
6918. Natalia Skatula
6919. Tohru Nakamura
6920. Tom Hindle
6921. Gina Chung
6922. Simon Bajada
6923. James Gulliver Hancock
James Gulliver Hancock is an illustrator known for his detailed and whimsical drawings. He has worked on various projects, including books and commercial illustrations, and is recognized for his unique style.
6924. Jasmin Khezri
6925. Simone Hawlisch
6926. Mikhail Zygar
Mikhail Zygar is a Russian journalist, writer, and filmmaker known for his work as the founding editor-in-chief of the independent Russian news TV channel Dozhd (TV Rain). He is also the author of several books, including 'All the Kremlin's Men,' which provides an insight into the inner workings of Vladimir Putin's government.
6927. Pia Parolin
6928. Carol Spencer
6929. Diego López
6930. Dorling Kindersley Reiseführer
6931. Gary Noesner
Gary Noesner is a former FBI hostage negotiator and author known for his work in crisis negotiation and his book 'Stalling for Time: My Life as an FBI Hostage Negotiator'.
6932. Rachael Rodgers
6933. Pam Powell
6934. D.A. Mishani
Dror A. Mishani is an Israeli crime writer, known for his detective series featuring police inspector Avraham Avraham. His works have been translated into numerous languages and have received international acclaim.
6935. Ryan Britt
Ryan Britt is an author known for his work in science fiction and pop culture analysis. He has written for various publications and is recognized for his insightful commentary on genre fiction.
6936. James Mottram
6937. Nick Bradley
6938. Sri Owen
Sri Owen is an Indonesian-born food writer and cook, known for her work in introducing Indonesian cuisine to a wider audience. She has authored several cookbooks and is recognized for her contributions to culinary literature.
6939. Mike Walker
6940. Melissa Newman
6941. Jason Koop
6942. Sunita Kamir Nair
6943. Gerald Hänel
6944. Susan Goldberg
6945. Megan Buskey
6946. Olesya Khromeychuk
6947. Kerry Lemon
6948. Jen Green
6949. Steve Raymer
Steve Raymer is a photojournalist and author known for his work with National Geographic and his contributions to the field of visual journalism. He has covered a wide range of topics and regions, bringing attention to global issues through his photography and writing.