It's possible that:
* The name is misspelled. There might be a similar-sounding author you're thinking of.
* The author is less known. It could be a lesser-known author or someone who writes in a niche genre.
* You are thinking of a different medium. Maybe the person is a playwright, screenwriter, or musician rather than a novelist.
Could you provide more information about the author or their work? This could help me identify them.