
Is Kurt Vonnegut A-List?
No — Kurt Vonnegut is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
First Novel Published
Publishes *Player Piano*, his first novel, but it receives little attention initially.
Publishes *Cat's Cradle*
*Cat's Cradle* gains him some recognition and begins to establish his unique voice.
*Slaughterhouse-Five* Released
Publication of *Slaughterhouse-Five*, his most famous work, brings widespread acclaim and commercial success.
*Breakfast of Champions* Success
*Breakfast of Champions* further cements his status as a major American author.
Later Novels Published
Continues to publish novels and essays, remaining a prominent literary figure.
Death of Kurt Vonnegut
Vonnegut dies at age 84, leaving behind a significant literary legacy and wealth.
Last updated: February 23, 2026