11. Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) – $9.5 million
From Green Eggs and Ham to green stacks in hand, Theodore Geisel (penname: Dr. Seuss) has nonsensical kids books such as The Cat in the Hat to thank for his dough. These classics and their anthropomorphized characters sell millions annually, and have spawned merchandise, movies and Universal Studios rides.
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