Is Kiran Desai A-List?
No — Kiran Desai is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2006
*The Inheritance of Loss* Prize
Lost A-list status in 2013
Dropped to B tier — Guggenheim Fellowship
Ranking Timeline
Debut Novel *Hullabaloo in Guava Orchard*
Publishes her first novel, gaining initial recognition.
*The Inheritance of Loss* Prize
Wins the Man Booker Prize, achieving international fame and acclaim.
National Book Critics Award
Receives further recognition for her prize-winning novel.
Guggenheim Fellowship
Awarded a prestigious fellowship, supporting her writing endeavors.
Ongoing Literary Contributions
Continues to write and contribute to the literary landscape.
Celebrated Author, Literary Influence
Desai remains a highly regarded author with a lasting influence on literature.
Last updated: February 25, 2026