Match Authors to Their Famous Books

Test your literary smarts by matching each renowned author to their most celebrated and influential book

Match Authors to Their Famous Books

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Calling all bookworms, lit lovers, and trivia champs! This pairing challenge will put your literary knowledge to the test as you match 20 of the world’s most celebrated authors to their signature works. Whether you devoured these books in school, on vacation, or by a rainy window, now’s your chance to connect the name on the cover with the pages that made history.

            ๐Ÿ“– Can You Guess the Authors Behind These Famous Pen Names? Book Lovers Trivia Quiz

From the chilling dystopia of 1984 to the timeless wit of Pride and Prejudice, each book on this list has earned a place on bookshelves and reading lists around the globe. But behind every great novel is a brilliant writer with a unique voice and a story to tell—can you remember who wrote what?

Literary Legends and Timeless Tales

Some names are instantly familiar—J.K. Rowling and the wizarding world, or George R.R. Martin and the Iron Throne. Others may challenge your memory of high school English class. Did Mary Shelley write Frankenstein or was that Bram Stoker? Was it Emily or Charlotte Brontë who gave us Wuthering Heights?

            ๐Ÿ“– Classic Novels Word Quest: Can You Name These Books from Their First and Last Letters?

Spanning centuries, continents, and genres, this quiz includes novels that redefined literature and continue to influence culture today. Whether you’re into Gothic horror, fantasy epics, realist drama, or revolutionary prose, there's a story (and author) here you’re sure to recognize.

Are You Ready to Turn the Page?

Grab a cup of tea, cozy up, and match each legendary author to their literary masterpiece. This quiz is your literary escape, no bookmark needed. Let the reading—and matching—begin!

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