Best 2025: Top 14 Books by Most Famous Author
'War and Peace' by the most famous author, Leo Tolstoy, offers epic battles and intricate lives. A timeless classic.
Finding the best books by the most famous author can be a journey, like hunting for treasure in a library labyrinth. We don’t just look for any novel—our selections must have it all: gripping stories, unforgettable characters, and that special sauce that makes them stand the test of time. Whether you’re seeking spine-chilling thrills, heartwarming romance, or thrilling adventures, this list has something for every reader, ensuring you have a page-turner for every mood.
On this list:
14 The Shining by Stephen King
This creepy masterpiece by most famous author, Stephen King, made us second-guess every hotel stay. Tony says, ‘REDRUM,’ and we shudder with dread.
13 Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
This book by the most famous author Jane Austen is about love, misunderstandings, and looks across the room. Bad pianos included, much to Mr. Darcy’s dismay.
12 1984 by George Orwell
Orwell’s prying eyes kept us checking over our shoulders. A must-read by the most famous author in dystopian fiction.
11 The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
Salinger, another most famous author, crafts a teen angst treasure trove. We all felt a little more rebel after Holden cursed around.
10 Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Melville’s tale got us wishing for a smaller Ahab and a bigger boat. And more coffee to stay awake through the whalespeak.
9 To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Harper Lee, as the most famous author, gives us Atticus Finch. We wanted him as our neighbor, but alas, fictional characters aren’t real.
8 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone by J.K. Rowling
Rowling, as the most famous author in fantasy, gave us owls, wands, and a spellbinding train ride to Hogwarts. A childhood revisited.
7 The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald’s shiny parties and broken dreams made us wish for a green light. A most famous author’s magic never fades.
6 Brave New World by Aldous Huxley
Huxley’s future took us on a wild ride of drugs and cloning shenanigans. A dystopian joyride from a most famous author.
5 Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Dostoevsky’s classic told us crime ain’t worth it unless you want a haunting conscience. Most famous author shows us moral debt.
4 The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien
Tolkien, the most famous author in epic fantasy, gifted us hobbits, orcs, and ring burdens. We almost wanted to live in Middle Earth, almost.
3 The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
Don’t panic! Adams, a most famous author, assured us humor lives even in space. Just remember your towel.
2 Dracula by Bram Stoker
Stoker’s Dracula was a bite into the unknown. Vampires, creepy castles, and a most famous author created a classic.
1 War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy
This book tops the list due to its epic scope and depth. Tolstoy, the most famous author in Russian literature, gives us war, peace, and everything in between. Reading it is like conquering a literary mountain. It tests patience, but the reward’s a panoramic view of human nature. With a cast the size of a small town, you’ll meet nobles, soldiers, and lovers. It’s a book for the ages, a tale of transformation through trials, and reflective peeks into history. When we aren’t pondering the universe, we’re trying to remember who’s who!
