Given the state of the publishing industry, it’s a wonder there’s any money to pay authors. But a few celebrities, politicians, and bestselling writers can still command top dollar. Case in point: Girls creator Lena Dunham’s reported $3.6 million advance for her book project. She’s in good company, though. From Bill Clinton’s $15 million contract to Jack Welch’s $7 million deal, here are some of the biggest advances in the publishing industry.
