
Is Harlan Coben A-List?
YesA
Yes — Harlan Coben is an A-list celebrity, a household name with massive fame and influence.
Reached A-list in 2006
The Woods Bestseller
Ranking Timeline
1990D$0.01M
First Novel
Publishes his first novel, *Play Dead*.
1995C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Myron Bolitar Series Start
Begins the Myron Bolitar series with *Deal Breaker*.
2001B▲$1M+$0.9M
Tell No One Success
Publishes *Tell No One*, achieving significant success.
2006A▲$5M+$4M
The Woods Bestseller
Releases *The Woods*, becoming a bestseller.
2016A$15M+$10M
The Five TV Series
His novel *The Five* is adapted into a successful TV series.
2020A$25M+$10M
The Stranger Adaptation
*The Stranger* is adapted into a Netflix series, further increasing his popularity.
2026A$30M+$5M
Continued Bestselling Author
Coben continues to write bestselling thrillers and adaptations.
Last updated: February 25, 2026