Authors born on July 9

Take a focused look at the authors born on July 9. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1933 Oliver Sacks

  Oliver Sacks was a renowned British neurologist, naturalist, historian of science, and author best known for his collections of neurological case histories and popular science books that explore the complexities of the human brain. [bio]

• 1945 Dean Koontz

  Dean Koontz is a prolific American author best known for his suspense thrillers, horror, science fiction, and fantasy novels. His books have sold over 450 million copies worldwide, and many have appeared on bestseller lists, making him one of the most commercially successful writers of his generation. [bio]

• 1962 Jordan Belfort

  Jordan Belfort is a former stockbroker who became infamous for his fraudulent financial practices at Stratton Oakmont and was later...