Actors Who Have Written Best-Selling Books or Scripts

Ethan Hawke began building his reputation as a writer early in his career with the publication of his novel, ‘The Hottest State,’ in 1996. The book was popular with readers and was later made into a film that Hawke himself directed. He followed up with ‘Ash Wednesday’ in 2002, which critics praised for its beautiful writing and emotional impact. In addition to novels, Hawke has been nominated for Academy Awards for his screenwriting work on the films ‘Before Sunset’ and ‘Before Midnight.’ He continues to be a successful actor while also writing graphic novels and essays.







