Best Writers in the World: Top 6 Books of 2024
Finding the best writers in the world isn’t easy, but we’ve put together a list of gems. We focus on storytelling, character depth, and memorable lines. Whether you’re into timeless classics or gripping tales, these books deliver on all fronts.
On this list:
6 The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway
This classic is from one of the best writers in the world. Hemingway’s simple prose and rich themes are a joy to read. You feel like you are right there in the boat with the old man. We started calling each other ‘old man’ after reading this.
5 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Harper Lee is among the best writers in the world. Her only novel for a long time, it throws light on serious issues. The courtroom scenes are riveting. We were quoting Atticus Finch for weeks!
4 1984 by George Orwell
Orwell’s dystopian novel is still relevant today. His criticism of totalitarian regimes is sharp and thought-provoking. It led to some late-night debates among us. Orwell is surely among the best writers in the world.
3 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Austen’s wit and insight make her one of the best writers in the world. Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy are timeless characters. We had a blast discussing their love-hate relationship.
2 One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
Márquez’s magical realism is enchanting. The Buendía family’s saga is epic. His storytelling earned him a Nobel Prize, and he is clearly one of the best writers in the world. We couldn’t put this book down.
1 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
Tolstoy’s depth and range make this the best among the best writers in the world. It’s a mammoth read but worth every page. His characters are deep, and his storytelling is rich. The epic scope of war and the intimate details of peace are intricately woven. We felt like we lived through it all.
