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J.K. Rowling is the renowned English author known for the Harry Potter series (though I still favor Enid Blyton!). Likely the most famous author globally, Rowling was the first to achieve billionaire status. In addition to the Harry Potter series, she has also penned several supplementary books related to it, which are listed below:

Freida McFadden is a bestselling author on Amazon, renowned for her thrillers such as The Wife Upstairs and One By One. She began her writing career in 2013 with The Devil Wears Scrubs, the inaugural book in the Dr. Jane McGill series. Besides being an author, Freida is a practicing physician specializing in brain injury. She currently resides with her family in a historic three-story house that has an ocean view.

Jeff Kinney is an American author and cartoonist best known for his Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. The Wimpy Kid books are currently being adapted into a film series. Kinney also works full-time as a writer and designer of online games. He was recognized as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People. Here is a list of Jeff Kinney’s books in the order they were published:

Sarah J. Maas is an American author known for her young adult fantasy novels, particularly the Throne of Glass series. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Hamilton College in Clinton, New York, where she majored in creative writing and minored in religious studies. Sarah enjoys Disney movies, fairy tales, catchy pop music, consumes a lot of coffee, and watches questionable TV shows. Originally from New York, she now resides in Pennsylvania with her husband and dog. Her debut novel, Throne of Glass, was published in 2012, followed by a series of prequel novellas later compiled in The Assassin’s Blade. Sarah is recognized as a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. Below is a list of her books in the order of their original publication.

Colleen Hoover is an American romance novelist whose popularity is rapidly increasing. Her Slammed series enabled her to leave her job and write full-time. She has a strong affinity for Diet Pepsi and enjoys the music of The Avett Brothers. Colleen resides in Texas with her husband and their three sons. She released her first novel, Slammed, in 2012, and soon after published Point of Retreat later that same year. Both novels have already been optioned for film adaptations. Below is a list of Colleen Hoover’s books in the order of their original publication.

Rebecca Yarros is an American writer known for her romance and fantasy novels. She is the author of the Empyrean series, the Flight & Glory series, and various other works. Rebecca earned her degree in European history and English from Troy University. When she’s not writing, she is likely engaged in activities with her six children. She and her family reside in Colorado. Rebecca made her debut as a novelist in 2014 with Full Measures. Below is a list of her books in the order of their original publication.

Dav Pilkey is an American children's book author and illustrator, renowned for his Captain Underpants series. He is also the creator of the Ricky Ricotta, Dragon’s Tales, Dumb Bunnies, and Big Dog & Little Dog series. Dav has ADHD and dyslexia, which often resulted in him being placed in the hallway during class, inspiring the creation of the Captain Underpants character. His Dragon’s Tales series was adapted into a Canadian stop-motion animated series titled “Dragon.” Pilkey published his first book, World War Won, in 1987. Below is a list of his books in the order of their original release:

Kristin Hannah is an American author known for her romance novels, which encompass contemporary, historical, and paranormal themes. While her mother was on her deathbed, they collaborated on a historical romance novel, which Kristin describes as the “worst, most cliched” one ever. Later, after discovering she was pregnant and confined to bed, she revisited those notes and began writing. Kristin Hannah made her fiction debut in 1991 with the novel A Handful of Heaven. Below is a list of Kristin Hannah’s books in the order of their original publication.

James Patterson is a renowned American author known for his thriller and mystery novels. If you haven't heard of him, you must have been out of touch for the past few decades. It's nearly impossible to visit any bookstore without encountering his works. Currently, Patterson releases around 10 books annually, often collaborating with co-authors. He began his writing career in 1976 with The Thomas Berryman Number and has since produced nearly 100 books. Below is a complete list of all the books James Patterson has written, organized by series or character and presented in publication order.

Emily Henry is an American author renowned for her stories centered on love and family, appealing to both teens and adults. Notable works of hers include A Million Junes, Beach Read, and The Love That Split the World. As a full-time writer, she also works as a proofreader. She studied creative writing at Hope College and the New York Center for Art & Media Studies. Currently, she resides in Cincinnati, Ohio. Henry made her authorial debut in 2016 with The Love That Split The World.

Suzanne Collins is an American author known for her work in children's and young adult literature. She gained fame for her The Hunger Games series. In addition to her own series, she has contributed to the Shelby Woo and Charlie McButton series. Besides being a well-known novelist, she has also written for Nickelodeon, serving as the head writer for Clifford’s Puppy Days. Suzanne typically structures her books into three “acts,” each consisting of 9 chapters, a format she has employed in both her Underland Chronicles and Hunger Games series. Below is a list of Suzanne Collins’ works in the order of their initial publication.

Taylor Jenkins Reid is an American author who made her debut in 2013 with her first novel, Forever, Interrupted. Since then, she has published several other novels, including the well-known Daisy Jones & Six, which was later adapted by Reese Witherspoon. Reid started her career in film production, serving as a casting assistant. After completing her college education, she worked part-time at a high school while writing on the side until she secured a book deal. In addition to her novels, Reid also contributed as a writer for the Hulu series, Resident Advisors.

Lucy Score is a romance novelist known for her Blue Moon series, Riley Thorn series, and other works. She is a New York Times bestselling author. Growing up in a family that cherished reading, Lucy earned a degree in journalism. She resides in Pennsylvania with her husband and cat, writing full-time. Lucy made her debut as a novelist in 2015 with Undercover Love. Below is a list of her books in the order of their original release: