Best Self-Published Authors Achieving Success Without Traditional Publishers

Achieved massive success with the Fifty Shades of Grey series, selling over 100 million copies after initially self-publishing.

Self-published The Martian, which became a bestseller and was adapted into a successful film.

Started as a self-published romance author, eventually becoming a New York Times bestseller and influential figure.

Transitioned from traditional to self-publishing, achieving significant success with his thriller series.

Self-published The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which became a classic despite initial skepticism.

Wrote Rich Dad, Poor Dad, which sold over 40 million copies after facing rejection from traditional publishers.

Self-published Still Alice, which became a New York Times bestseller and was adapted into a film.

Sold millions of e-books through self-publishing before signing a traditional publishing deal.

Achieved success with the Silo series through self-publishing, eventually selling thousands of copies monthly.

Self-published Milk and Honey, which became a bestseller and helped launch the Instagram poetry movement.