Flynn is among the wave of newcomers on the Top 15 list. Though not strictly a YA author, her 2012 New York Times bestseller “Gone Girl” was enjoyed by many in the young adult set and sold 1.3 million in 2013, skyrocketing her estimated earnings to $9 million. A movie adaptation of the novel starring Ben Affleck hits theaters later this year, along with Flynn’s fourth novel.

Amy Guth
Gillian Flynn speaking at a local author night.