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Best-selling fiction author

The current best-selling fiction author record is 2 billion copies, held by Agatha Christie. Last checked October 9, 2026.

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Agatha Christie

United Kingdom

Holder: Agatha Christie
Record: 2 billion copies
Exact figure: About 2 billion copies
Location: United Kingdom
Recognized by: Guinness World Records
Last checked: October 9, 2026

Sources

guinnessworldrecords.com Best selling author for fiction

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