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Thomas Keneally

Is Thomas Keneally A-List?

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NoThomas Keneally is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Ranking Timeline

1964C$0.01M

Early Novel Success

Published his first novel, *The Place at Whitton*. He begins establishing himself as a writer.

1982B$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

*Schindler's Ark* released

Published *Schindler's Ark*, winning the Booker Prize. This dramatically changed the trajectory of his career.

1993B$1M+$0.9M

*Schindler's List* film

Steven Spielberg's *Schindler's List* released, based on his book. His impact as a writer reached a much broader audience.

2000B$2M+$1M

Continued Writing Career

Continues to publish novels and essays. He remains a respected literary figure.

2026B$5M+$3M

Australian literary figure

Thomas Keneally continues to write and publish. He is remembered as a key voice in Australian literature.

Last updated: February 25, 2026