It's possible that:
* There's a typo: Perhaps the name is misspelled.
* The name is uncommon: There might be an author with a similar name, but they aren't widely known.
* You're thinking of someone else: It's possible you're misremembering the author's name.
To help me identify the author you're thinking of, please provide more information:
* Any other works by this author: Do you know the titles of any books or articles they've written?
* The genre of their work: What kind of writing did they do? (e.g., fiction, non-fiction, poetry, etc.)
* Any other details: Do you remember anything else about the author or their work?
With more information, I might be able to help you identify the author you're looking for.