In this article you will find lists of the all-time best-selling novels and book series. Instead of referring to the quantity of books printed or now in existence, “best-selling” refers to the expected number of copies sold of each book. This list excludes comic books and textbooks. The books are ranked from highest to lowest in terms of expected sales, as stated by dependable, independent sources. The following are some of the best-selling book series of all time:
Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling
This immensely popular fantasy series follows the adventures of a young wizard named Harry Potter and his friends at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With over 500 million copies sold worldwide, it’s one of the best-selling book series ever.
Goosebumps series by R.L. Stine
This horror fiction series for children and young adults has sold over 400 million copies globally. Each book features a different spooky or supernatural story.
The Lord of the Rings series by J.R.R. Tolkien
This epic fantasy trilogy, consisting of “The Fellowship of the Ring,” “The Two Towers,” and “The Return of the King,” has sold over 150 million copies worldwide.
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The Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis
This beloved fantasy series follows the adventures of children who discover a magical world called Narnia. It has sold over 100 million copies worldwide.
A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket (pen name of Daniel Handler)
This darkly humorous children’s series has sold over 65 million copies globally and recounts the unfortunate lives of the Baudelaire orphans.
Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer
This young adult vampire romance series, consisting of four books, has sold over 100 million copies worldwide.
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The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins
This dystopian trilogy, comprising “The Hunger Games,” “Catching Fire,” and “Mockingjay,” has sold over 65 million copies globally.
Fifty Shades series by E.L. James
This erotic romance trilogy, starting with “Fifty Shades of Grey,” has sold over 150 million copies worldwide.
The Da Vinci Code series by Dan Brown
This thriller series, featuring Robert Langdon as the protagonist, includes best-selling books like “The Da Vinci Code” and “Angels & Demons.”
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney
This popular children’s series, presented as the diary of middle-schooler Greg Heffley, has sold over 250 million copies worldwide.
The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
While technically not a series, this timeless novella has sold over 140 million copies worldwide and holds a special place in the hearts of readers of all ages.
Please note that book sales figures can vary depending on the source and the time of reporting, so the numbers mentioned above are approximate. Additionally, there may be other book series with significant sales that were not listed here.
