Across
- 1. Bestselling author of techno-thrillers like "The Hunt for Red October" and "Clear and Present Danger."
- 3. Prolific writer known for legal thrillers such as "The Firm" and "A Time to Kill."
- 6. Bestselling author of romance novels like "The Promise" and "Palomino."
- 7. Author of "Midnight's Children," a novel exploring India's transition to independence through magical realism.
Down
- 1. Nobel Prize-winning author acclaimed for novels such as "Beloved" and "Song of Solomon."
- 2. Beloved children's author famous for imaginative tales like "Matilda" and "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."
- 4. Author of "The Color Purple," a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel addressing race, gender, and the experiences of African American women.
- 5. Chilean-American author celebrated for novels such as "The House of the Spirits," blending magical realism with political themes.
