Authors

Dame Agatha Mary Clarissa Christie (1890–1976) was an English novelist and playwright, celebrated as the “Queen of Crime.” She authored 66 detective novels and 14 short story collections—including The Mousetrap, the world’s longest-running play. Her works, featuring iconic detectives like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, have sold over 100 million copies in 100+ languages.

Andrzej Sapkowski (b. June 21, 1948, Łódź, Poland) is a Polish fantasy and sci‑fi author, best known for The Witcher saga—originally published as short stories in Fantastyka in 1986—and later expanded into five novels. His works, rooted in Slavic folklore, have sold 30+ million copies, translated into 37 languages, and earned prestigious honors including the Zajdel, David Gemmell, and World Fantasy Life Achievement awards.

Aristotle (c. 384–322 BCE) was a Greek philosopher and scientist, student of Plato and tutor to Alexander the Great. He founded the Lyceum in Athens and wrote extensively on logic, ethics, politics, and biology. His works shaped Western thought for centuries and laid the foundation for many fields of knowledge.

Arthur Schopenhauer (1788–1860) was a German philosopher, widely known as the “philosopher of pessimism.” His 1818 work The World as Will and Representation proposed that a blind, irrational will underlies all reality. Drawing on Kant, Buddhism, and Platonism, Schopenhauer profoundly influenced existentialism, psychology, literature, and the arts.

Brandon Winn Sanderson (b. Dec 19, 1975) is an American fantasy and sci‑fi author from Nebraska. He’s best known for his Cosmere universe—Mistborn, The Stormlight Archive—and completing Robert Jordan’s Wheel of Time. A prolific writer and creative writing instructor at BYU, he also founded Dragonsteel and broke Kickstarter records with multiple “secret” novels.

C.S. Lewis (1898–1963) was a British author and scholar best known for The Chronicles of Narnia, a series of fantasy novels that have captivated readers for generations. Lewis’s works blend Christian themes with timeless adventure, exploring themes of faith, morality, and the power of imagination. His legacy continues to influence modern fantasy literature.

Calvin C. Newport (b. June 23, 1982) is an American computer science professor at Georgetown University and New York Times bestselling author. He coined “Deep Work” and advocates digital minimalism. Newport earned his PhD at MIT, runs the influential Study Hacks blog, and has penned eight nonfiction books on productivity, technology, and focus, shaping modern work culture.

Colleen Hoover (b. 1983) is an American author best known for her novels, including It Ends with Us and Ugly Love. Her works explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, often through a raw, unfiltered style. Hoover won the USA Today Bestselling Author Award in 2015 for her novel It Ends with Us, which examines the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time.

Daniel Gerhard Brown (b. June 22, 1964) is an American bestselling thriller author, famed for the Robert Langdon series—Angels & Demons, The Da Vinci Code, Inferno, Origin, and upcoming The Secret of Secrets. His tightly plotted novels—filled with cryptography, art, and conspiracy—have sold over 250 million copies in 56 languages and sparked notable film and TV adaptations.

David Goggins (b. Feb 17, 1975) is an American motivational speaker, ultra-endurance athlete, and retired U.S. Navy SEAL—the only service member to complete SEAL, Army Ranger, and Air Force Tactical Air training. A Guinness World Record pull‑up holder, he authored bestselling memoir Can’t Hurt Me and inspires global audiences with his “stay hard” mindset.

Epictetus (c. 50–135 CE) was a Greek Stoic philosopher born into slavery in Hierapolis (modern Turkey). Freed as a youth, he taught in Rome and later Nicopolis, guiding students through practical ethics grounded in volition (prohairesis) and the distinction between what we can control and what we cannot. His Discourses and Enchiridion remain foundational Stoic texts.

Ernest Hemingway (1899–1961) was an American author and journalist best known for his novels, including The Old Man and the Sea and A Farewell to Arms. His works explore themes of resilience, mortality, and the human condition, often through a raw, unfiltered style. Hemingway won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954 for his novel The Old Man and the Sea, which examines the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time.

Frank Herbert (1920–1986) was an American science fiction author best known for Dune, a landmark novel exploring politics, ecology, and religion. The Dune saga became one of the best-selling sci-fi series of all time. Herbert’s richly detailed worlds and philosophical depth influenced generations of writers and helped elevate science fiction as a serious literary genre.

Franz Kafka (1883–1924) was a German‑language Bohemian novelist and short‑story writer from Prague. His surreal tales—like The Metamorphosis and The Trial—captured the alienation, bureaucracy, and anxiety of modern life. Kafka’s work has heavily influenced literature, philosophy, and popular culture, giving rise to the term “Kafkaesque.

George R. R. Martin is an American author best known for the epic fantasy series A Song of Ice and Fire, adapted into HBO’s Game of Thrones. Born in 1948, he’s also a screenwriter and producer. Renowned for his complex characters and political intrigue, Martin has become one of the most influential fantasy writers of our time.

Howard Phillips Lovecraft (1890–1937) was an American author from Providence, Rhode Island, renowned for pioneering "cosmic horror" and creating the Cthulhu Mythos. Largely unrecognized in his lifetime and published in pulp magazines, his dense tales emphasized humanity’s insignificance in a vast, uncaring universe. Lovecraft’s work profoundly shaped 20th‑century horror fiction and inspired generations of writers.

Isaac Asimov (1920–1992) was a Russian-born American author and biochemist, best known for his science fiction works, including the Foundation and Robot series. A prolific writer, he published over 500 books on science, history, and literature. Asimov was known for making complex ideas accessible, shaping modern science fiction and influencing generations of readers and thinkers.

Isabel Angélica Allende Llona (b. August 2, 1942, Lima) is a Chilean‑American author whose magical‑realist novels—The House of the Spirits, City of the Beasts, Paula—have sold over 80 million copies in 42 languages. Fleeing Chile after the 1973 coup, she’s won Chile’s National Literature Prize and the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom (2014).

J.K. Rowling is a British author best known for the Harry Potter series, which became a global phenomenon, selling over 500 million copies and inspiring films, games, and theme parks. Born in 1965, she rose from struggling writer to literary icon. Rowling has also written adult fiction and remains a prominent figure in literature and philanthropy.

John Ronald Reuel Tolkien (1892–1973) was an English writer, philologist, and Oxford professor who authored The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. A veteran of WWI and member of the Inklings literary group, he shaped the modern fantasy genre and created rich mythologies, languages, and a detailed legendarium that profoundly influenced literature and pop culture.

Jane Austen (1775–1817) was an English author best known for her novels, including Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility. Her works explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, often through a sharp wit and satirical视角. Austen's legacy continues to influence modern English literature.

Jennifer Lynn Armentrout (b. June 11 1980) is a # 1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling American author. A prolific “hybrid” writer, she’s published nearly 70 young‑adult and adult novels in fantasy, paranormal, sci‑fi, and contemporary romance—and writes adult romance as J. Lynn. Best known for the Blood and Ash series and Lux saga.

Kazuo Ishiguro (1948–) is a British author best known for his novels set in post-World War II England. His works explore themes of identity, memory, and the human condition, often through a detached, almost alien perspective. Ishiguro won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017 for his novel The Remains of the Day, which examines the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time.

Kiera Cass (b. May 19, 1981) is an American YA author from South Carolina, best known for The Selection series—five novels and several novellas set in a dystopian monarchy. A Radford University graduate, she’s a #1 New York Times bestseller. Her later works include The Betrothed and A Thousand Heartbeats.

Leo Nikolayevich Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian nobleman, novelist, and moral philosopher born at Yasnaya Polyana. Celebrated for epic novels War and Peace and Anna Karenina, he later embraced Christian pacifism, vegetarianism, and social reform, influencing figures like Gandhi. Tolstoy remains one of the greatest writers in world literature.

Liu Cixin is a Chinese science fiction author best known for The Three-Body Problem trilogy, which brought Chinese sci-fi to global prominence. A former engineer, Liu blends hard science with grand philosophical themes. His work has won international acclaim, including the Hugo Award, and is celebrated for its bold imagination and exploration of humanity’s place in the universe.

Marcus Aurelius (121–180 CE) was Roman Emperor from 161 to 180 and a Stoic philosopher. Known as the last of the "Five Good Emperors," he secured Rome’s golden age but faced war and plague. His personal reflections—Meditations—remain a timeless guide to virtue and resilience.

Margaret Atwood (1939–) is a Canadian author best known for her novels, including The Handmaid's Tale and The Blind Assassin. Her works explore themes of power, identity, and the human condition, often through a feminist and dystopian perspective. Atwood won the Booker Prize in 1985 for her novel The Handmaid's Tale, which examines the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time.

Mark Twain (1835–1910) was an American author and humorist best known for his novels, including The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. His works explore themes of morality, identity, and the complexities of human experience, often through a sharp wit and satirical视角. Twain's legacy continues to influence modern American literature.

Martin Heidegger (1889–1976) was a German philosopher, a foundational figure in phenomenology and existentialism. His 1927 masterpiece Being and Time reshaped 20th‑century ontology. Rector at Freiburg in 1933, he joined the Nazi Party—a controversial affiliation. Post‑war, he faced denazification but remained influential, impacting philosophy, hermeneutics, theology, psychology, and more.

Miyamoto Musashi (c. 1584–1645) was a legendary Japanese swordsman, duelist, strategist, artist, and author. Undefeated in over 60 duels, he founded the Niten Ichi‑ryū “two‑sword” style and wrote The Book of Five Rings and Dokkōdō. His mastery spanned martial arts, calligraphy, sculpture, and philosophy, making him Japan’s iconic kensei (“sword saint”).

Neil Richard Gaiman (born November 10, 1960, Hampshire, England) is an English–American storyteller across novels, comics, film, and TV. Creator of The Sandman, American Gods, Coraline, The Graveyard Book, Good Omens (with Terry Pratchett), and Anansi Boys. He’s garnered Hugo, Nebula, Newbery, Carnegie, and Eisner Awards. Known for blending myth, fantasy, and reality.

Rebecca Yarros (b. April 14, 1981) is an American #1 New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over 20 novels. She created the Empyrean “romantasy” series (Fourth Wing, Iron Flame, Onyx Storm)—adapted by Amazon MGM—blending military experience, dragons, and emotional depth. Yarros is a Troy University graduate, Army spouse, and mother of six.

Robert Greene (b. May 14, 1959, Los Angeles) is an American author of seven New York Times bestsellers—The 48 Laws of Power, The Art of Seduction, The 33 Strategies of War, The 50th Law, Mastery, The Laws of Human Nature, and The Daily Laws. His books blend historical anecdotes with psychological strategies on power, seduction, mastery, and human behavior.

Sarah Janet Maas (b. March 5, 1986) is an American fantasy author renowned for the Throne of Glass, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and Crescent City series. Beginning at age 16, she has sold over 38 million books in 38 languages. Celebrated for expansive worlds, strong heroines, and the rise of "romantasy," Maas remains a leading voice in modern fantasy.

Seneca the Younger (c. 4 BC–AD 65) was a Roman Stoic philosopher, statesman, orator, and tragedian from Hispania. Tutor and advisor to Emperor Nero, he authored enduring moral essays and plays—including On the Shortness of Life and On Anger. His Stoic teachings on virtue, emotion, and wisdom deeply influenced Renaissance thinkers and modern self-help.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930) was a British author and physician best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. His works revolutionized the mystery genre with sharp logic and forensic detail. Beyond detective fiction, he wrote historical novels, science fiction, and advocated for spiritualism. Doyle remains one of the most influential writers in English literature.

Stephen Edwin King (born September 21, 1947) is an American author dubbed the “King of Horror.” With 65 novels—including Carrie, The Shining, and It—and over 200 short stories, his work spans horror, fantasy, sci‑fi, and more. Born in Portland, Maine, he’s sold over 350 million copies and many titles have been widely adapted for film and TV.

Stephenie Meyer (née Morgan; b. December 24, 1973, Hartford, Connecticut) is an American novelist and film producer. She authored the Twilight saga—selling over 160 million copies worldwide and spawning a hit film franchise—as well as standalone novels like The Host and The Chemist. A Brigham Young University English graduate, she lives in Arizona.

Suzanne Collins is an American author best known for The Hunger Games trilogy, a dystopian saga that became a global bestseller and blockbuster film series. Born in 1962, she began her career in television writing before turning to novels. Her work explores themes of war, power, and survival, resonating with young adult and adult audiences worldwide.

Terry Pratchett (1948–2015) was an English author best known for his novels, including The Discworld series. His works explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, often through a sharp wit and satirical视角. Pratchett won the Hugo Award in 1990 for his novel The Colour of Magic, which examines the complexities of love, loss, and the passage of time.

Ursula K. Le Guin (1929–2018) was an American author of fantasy, science fiction, and children’s literature. Known for her feminist and environmentalist themes, she won the Hugo, Nebula, and National Book Awards. Her works include The Left Hand of Darkness, The Dispossessed, and the Earthsea series.

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William Faulkner (1897–1962) was an American author best known for his novels set in the fictional Yoknapatawpha County, Mississippi. Known for his experimental narrative techniques and deep exploration of Southern identity, he won the Nobel Prize in Literature. His works include The Sound and the Fury, As I Lay Dying, and Light in August, which explore themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships.

Yukio Mishima (1925–1970), born Kimitake Hiraoka, was a prolific Japanese novelist, playwright, poet, and political activist. Author of Confessions of a Mask and The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, he fused traditional aesthetics with modern themes. A nationalist and lifelong disciplinarian, Mishima ended his life by ritual seppuku after a failed coup attempt.