The author has seen a great many of his works appear on both the big and small screen since 1976, when carrie first premiered in theaters. The stand by stephen king, it by stephen king, the shining by stephen king, misery by stephen king, salems lot by stephe. Nov 06, 2014 here is the list of stephen king s books were reading as part of stephen king revisited, along with links to the essays and other content we have posted for each book. Here are 50 mustread books recommended by stephen king over the years, and if you scroll all the way down to the bottom of the list, ive made a few of my own book. Oct 03, 2019 stephen king is no stranger to adaptations. The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. Jul 23, 2020 stephen king has written over 60 novels, with countless short stories and novellas, as well as dozens of movies. Before doctor sleep, there was the shining, a classic of modern american horror from the undisputed master, stephen king.
And because the author has been so prolific, theres much to choose from. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. We may earn a commission through links on our site. The drawing of the three 1988 the tommyknockers 1988 nightmares in the sky photo book with text by king 1989 the dark half 1989. Aug 24, 2015 terrific story, shattering conclusion. A fan of dark plot lines, ashley picked up stephen king s it and never looked back. Stephen kings books are all connected to each other, and its honestly terrifying. Here are 11 books that scared the unshakable stephen king, and so are pretty much. When a man escapes from a biological testing facility, he sets in motion a deadly domino effect, spreading a mutated strain of the flu that will wipe out 99 percent of humanity within a few weeks. Carrie 1974 historical essay richards thoughts guest essay by ray garton richards followup salems lot 1975.
Aug 07, 2010 one of his creepiest books is pet semetary. Apr 06, 2020 another stephen king book that became a major motion picture, this first installment in the dark tower series introduces readers to roland of gilead. Stephen king books in chronological order stephen king. If youre a horror fan looking to explore other, great writers of the macabre, ive put together a list of 15 books for people who h. Hes thrilled and terrified readers with his stories for years, making their own worst nightmares come to life. This is a list of media based on work by stephen king including the richard bachman titles. Mar 11, 2019 someone who reads this much must have a few reading recommendations floating around, and thankfully, the king of horror is exceptionally generous with his book suggestions. All the books, tv shows and movies stephen king recommended.
He is bestknown for such published works as carrie, the shining and misery all of which have been adapted into successful films. Apr 04, 2014 this week, stephen king releases his latest novel, mr. My previouslymentioned friend always thought there was a connection between the gunslinger books and king s other fantasy novel, the eyes of the dragon. King has published 61 novels and six nonfiction books.
The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of. As the offseason caretaker at the atmospheric old hotel, hell have plenty of time to spend reconnecting with his family and working on his writing. Stephen king is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, sciencefiction, and fantasy novels. List of adaptations of works by stephen king wikipedia. Stephen king was born september 21, 1947 in portland, maine. Honestly, its hard to think of a stephen king book that hasnt left at least one image permanently scorched into our. Just after sunset, by stephen king, hardcover, 384 pages. When he was eleven they moved from indiana to durham, maine. Many of his works have had major film and television ad. All 61 stephen king books ranked from worst to best screen rant. Most people have heard of him and youve most likely seen at least one movie based on his novels. Where to buy stephen king books online in ireland finder ireland.
A creepy exercise bike and a toilet most foul in stephen. His extensive works include thrillers, fantasies and supernatural genres. Jul 14, 2020 stephen king is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. The survivors who remain are scared, bewildered, and in need of a leader. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, and many of them have been adapted into feature films, television movies and comic books. Dec 12, 2020 stephen king is a master of literary horror whose 61 published books have transcended the realm of belief with tales of the paranormal, murderous, haunting, bizarre, and most vile. The list of books that stephen king recommends to fledgling writers at the end of his book on writing. Someone who reads this much must have a few reading recommendations floating around, and thankfully, the king of horror is exceptionally generous with his book suggestions. Aug 28, 2015 in this way, king s books transcend genre and appeal to all lovers of the written word. The drawing of the three 1988 the tommyknockers 1988 nightmares in the sky photo book with text by king 1989 the dark half 1989 dolans cadillac limited edition.
Jan 14, 2020 this was the book that put king on the map. Dolores claiborne is an american opera composed by tobias picker. Stephen king is one of the most wellknown horror authors on the planet. By marshall honorof 04 july 2019 watch the best stephen king adaptations. Nov 19, 2008 get all of nprs 2008 best book recommendations in one place. Jack torrances new job at the overlook hotel is the perfect chance for a fresh start. Voodoo heart by scott snyder, crooked river burning by mark winegardner, joe hill by wallace stegner, rese. Ive talked with other king fans who have said the same thing. When he authored carrie, his first novel, in 1974, his name immediately skyrocketed to one of the most recognizable in the horror genre. And his new collection of short stories mines the reststop idea to the max.
Stephen king s book recommendations in on writing show list info. Shop the early deals today shop the early deals today finder is committed to editorial independence. King went to elementary school in durham and graduated in 1966 from lisbon falls high school. Ghost brothers of darkland county, an original musical with book by stephen king and music and lyrics by john mellencamp. His recent work includes if it bleeds, the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilog. King s bibliography also includes works that he has written directly for other formats such as screenplays, teleplays, comics, and audiobooks. First edition duma key hardcover by stephen king 2008. The story of a teenager who murders two teachers and takes a classroom of students hostage, its quite simply not very good in comparison to what followed, filled with the sort of overheated writing that young authors often engage in while. Stephen kings book recommendations 26 recommended books. The shining this book was made into an iconic 1980 film by stanley kubrick, which king reportedly didnt like.
Aug 24, 2015 you could make an entire reading list based on stephen king recommendations, and be set for a long time. What is the horror authors favorite movie adaptation to one of his novels. It is his 65th book, if you count novels, nonfiction, and shortstory collections, and we are using its publication as an excuse to. Her love for songwriting led the way to creating short stories and the start of her own blog where she documented her life as a college student. Our product picks are editortested, expertapproved. And while stephen king is often considered, well, the king of the genre, there are so many other horror authors and books out there that will scratch that scary itch. Read works from the true master of horror, stephen king, and save when you purchase online. While a lot of stephen king adaptations fall flat, these 12 films are just as chilling, unsettling and heartbreaking as kings books are. What is stephen kings favorite movie adaptation of one of his books. For fans of suspense, you cant go wrong with stephen king. When youre talking about contemporary horror fiction, theres one name that always comes up.
This novel was king s first, and was later published under the bachman pseudonym. Oct 14, 2019 horror books are published and read yearround, but theres just something about reading a horror novel in october that adds a certain. Order of stephen king books stephen king is an american author of horror, suspense, science fiction and fantasy novels. Stephen king is one of the greatest horror writers of this generation and has written over 61 novels in his career.
King, when hes in top form, is the alltime best at short stories. Stephen kings books in order, and why you should read. King sees potential nightmares in even the most mundane experiences. With the mystery surrounding the gruesome murder of an 11yearold boy, stephen king s new novel the outsider is poised to be the summers spookiest read. I was getting towards the end of the book and had to quit reading it for a few days to catch my breath before finishing the book out. Jul 22, 2020 stephen king is one of the greatest horror writers of this generation and has written over 61 novels in his career. Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. You can read the mans work for years, and there will still be books you didnt know stephen king wrote. Ooooi just finally picked this up after years of harassment from a close friend. Joining a long list of troubled stephen king protagonists with paranormal powers, edgar freemantle is the limping. I just posted an article over on the turbulence training fanpage sharing the 5 most influential books in my life. Whenever one of stephen kings novels hits the shelves, one can expect a movie adaptation right around the corner. A creepy exercise bike and a toilet most foul in stephen king. Oct 22, 2019 stephen king recommends the movie, tv show, and book you should check out this halloween the horror writer fing loved the childs play remake.
Every single stephen king book, ranked from worst to best. Note that aside from creepshow 2, it chapter two, and doctor sleep, the sequels are only tangentially related to stephen king s work. Oh, and another thing i liked about the book were kings notes about each story at the end of the book. Nov 17, 2008 stephen king s latest book is just after sunset, a shortstory collection. And if you buy one of his books today, you get the present. His parents donald and nellie ruth divorced when he was young. The tiein edition of the ninepart cbs all access series starring whoopi goldberg, alexander skarsgard, and james marsden.
All 61 stephen king books ranked from worst to best. Stephen king via twitter from twice national book awardnominated rachel kushner, whose flamethrowers was called the best, most brazen, most interesting book of the year kathryn schulz, new york magazine, comes a spectacularly compelling, heartstopping novel about a life gone off the rails in contemporary america. He brings his characters, good and bad, alive on the page. Stephen kings books in order, and why you should read each. Here are 50 mustread books recommended by stephen king over the years, and if you scroll all the way down to. Stephen king is one of the most famous authors in modern literature. Jan 16, 2020 for more great and thrilling reads by an author that comes effusively recommended by stephen king, check out a darkadapted eye, the killing doll, and the tree of hands. A complete list of stephen king s novels and novellas. Books and tea i love books new books good books books to read stephen kings stephen king quotes stephen king books book suggestions. Sep 16, 2008 geralds game by stephen king 2008 0916 audio cd january 1, 1656 4. Ive been reading his books for more than a decade, and let me tell you.
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