Meet the Executives Behind Their Best Sellers
Beyond their best-selling books, many authors have taken on executive roles to further their careers and build their brands. Here are some of the most notable examples:
Author 1: Stephen King
King, known for his horror novels like "Carrie" and "The Shining", has been open about his journey from a struggling author to a household name. In 2014, he joined the board of directors at the National Book Foundation and became an executive director in 2019.
Author 2: John Grisham
Grisham, a bestselling author of legal thrillers like "The Firm" and "A Time to Kill", has leveraged his executive role at the University of Mississippi School of Law to promote literary events and build relationships with authors. He was also named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world.
Author 3: Nicholas Sparks
Sparks, known for his romantic novels like "The Notebook" and "A Walk to Remember", has expanded his brand by launching a production company called Spark Productions. He also serves as an executive producer on several films and TV shows.
