Is John Fowles A-List?
No — John Fowles is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
'The Collector' Success
Published 'The Collector,' achieving immediate success and recognition.
'The Magus' Released
Published 'The Magus,' solidifying his reputation as an innovative novelist.
Moves to Lyme Regis
Fowles is the curator and later archivist at the Lyme Regis Museum
'The French Lieutenant's Woman'
Published 'The French Lieutenant's Woman,' gaining further critical acclaim.
Film Adaptation
'The French Lieutenant's Woman' made into a successful film.
Death in Lyme Regis
Passed away in Lyme Regis, leaving behind a legacy of complex novels.
Influential Literary Figure
Remembered as a significant literary figure, influencing modern literature.
Last updated: February 25, 2026