Meyer: the New JK Rowling

Have we finally found the next JK Rowling? Even Brits are starting to admit Twilight creator Stephenie Meyer is coming close, the Daily Telegraph reports. The 34-year-old Mormon author of a series of swoon-worthy novels about teen vampires has a similar “out of nowhere” story, and her book and movie sales are starting to give Harry, if not a run for his money, at least cause for concern.

Like Rowling, Meyer juggled a book and a baby—although it was in the comfort of her own home, with a hubby backing her up. Her first three books have sold more than 25 million copies worldwide, compared with Rowling’s 400 million—but Meyer’s third knocked Harry himself off the best-seller list, and the first film grossed $70 million opening weekend. So you tell us, Potter: Worried yet?
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