8 spot on Forbes' list of top-earning authors of 2016. Momentum from the new book and the ongoing popularity of "50 Shades" landed her the No.
In June 2015, James released "Grey: Fifty Shades of Grey as Told by Christian," which sold more than 1 million copies during its first week. James earned $95 million from book sales from June 2012 to June 2013, making her the most successful author of adult fiction in history.
The trilogy has been published in 52 languages and sold 70 million copies during the first eight months on U.S.
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Since its launch the series has sold more than 125 million copies, each with a retail paperback price of about $10. The series consists of three novels, aptly titled "Fifty Shades of Grey," "Fifty Shades Darker" and "Fifty Shades Freed." Those familiar with "Fifty Shades of Grey" know it's not just a single book, but a trilogy. Urbanbuzz / The ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Series Has Sold 125 Million Copies See: How Much Money Christian Grey Would Make in Real Life In total, the combined net worth of these cast members is approximately $92.5 million. Confidential," "8 Mile," "Batman" and a host of other high-profile films, Academy Award-winning actress Kim Basinger has a net worth of $40 million.