Is Danielle Steel A-List?

YesS

Yes — Danielle Steel is above A-list, ranked S tier as an icon with generational cultural impact.

Reached A-list in 1990

Bestselling Author Status

Ranking Timeline

1973D$0.1M

Publishing First Novel

Danielle Steel published her first novel, marking the start of her writing career.

1981B▲▲$5M+$4.9M

Early Success and Popularity

Gained popularity with early novels, building a fan base.

1990A▲$50M+$45M

Bestselling Author Status

Became a consistent bestselling author, expanding her reach.

2000A$150M+$100M

Global Phenomenon

Reached global phenomenon status with widespread readership.

2015S▲$300M+$150M

Prolific Writing Career

Continued her prolific writing career, releasing numerous novels.

2026S$400M+$100M

Literary Icon and Bestseller

Remains a literary icon and consistently tops bestseller lists.

Last updated: February 24, 2026