Is Kim Stanley Robinson A-List?
NoC
No — Kim Stanley Robinson is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1984D$0.01M
The Wild Shore
Published his first novel, 'The Wild Shore'.
1992C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Red Mars Release
Published 'Red Mars', the first book in Mars trilogy.
1994B▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Green Mars Success
Published 'Green Mars', continued Mars saga.
1996B$0.5M+$0.2M
Blue Mars Completion
Concluded the Mars trilogy with 'Blue Mars'.
2003B$0.8M+$0.30000000000000004M
Years of Rice and Salt
Published alternative history novel, well reviewed.
2020B$1.5M+$0.7M
The Ministry for the Future
Published highly acclaimed climate fiction novel.
2026C▼$2M+$0.5M
Science Fiction Icon
Remains a respected science fiction writer, known for ecological themes.
Last updated: February 21, 2026