Stephen king, one of the masters of american horror fiction, has an oeuvre of close to 100 books, which includes some of the most genredefining, bestselling titles in all of literature. We put together a book list of new book releases to read if youre a fan of stephen king books, and, because we cant stop with just one, we have another one here. Great stephen king books wed like to see turn into new movies or shows, including the langoliers, the long walk, the regulators, duma key, and more. Feel like checking a classic book off your bucket list. 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. Stephen king is one of the most prolific authors alive, known for writing horror, fantasy, and psychological thrillers. Amazon second chance pass it on, trade it in, give it a second life. King has published 61 novels including seven under the pen name richard bachman and six nonfiction books. He cites king books like last years elevation, a comedic novella about a man who literally sheds the weight of the world and begins to drift away, and gwendys button box, the.
Apr 12, 2019 from the new york times bestselling author of the cartel, the force, and the border. All of the best stephen king books, ranked as the greatest living master of both jump scares and slowcreeping dread, stephen king has reshaped an entire genre in the image of his imagination. Oct 03, 2019 up next from stephen king, who never stops writing and god bless him for that, is next years brand new book if it bleeds, which will actually bring us four new tales in one. There may still be several months before either of these new books are released, but there is plenty of. Why stephen king loves the new it movie cinemablend. I love stephen king, but so many of the top books on the best horror lists belong to him.
Books by stephen king authors like stephen king what. Heres some background on the mainebased writer and a bibliography, featuring details about some of his most notable works. He is bestknown for such published works as carrie, the shining and misery all of which have been adapted into successful films. May 02, 2018 very few writers live to see other writers analyzed against their output, but its so common to call a writer like stephen king or a new stephen king it almost feels rote and makes us think of this quote from the wire. Sep 03, 2019 he cites king books like last years elevation, a comedic novella about a man who literally sheds the weight of the world and begins to drift away, and gwendys button box, the. Stephen king has written another new ending to the stand.
With more than 60 books under his belt, stephen king is one of the most famous, successful, and prolific authors of our time. If youve read everything stephen king has written, and are itching for more horror. Known best for his horror and suspense books, classics like carrie and the shining, the 70yearold author has been dubbed the king of horror. For more recommended books, see stephen kings reading list part ii and part iii. Best horror books by people other than stephen king. Short story collections from authors like stephen king. If you, like us, have read the vast majority of stephen king s books, fear not.
Order of stephen king books stephen king is an american author of horror, suspense, science fiction and fantasy novels. Books blog stephen king stephen king has written another new ending to the stand but do we need it. 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 suggestions for the king as well. From delving into the darkest depths of humanity to imagining the horizons of the future with all its faults, king is a constant source of thrilling stories. These authors like stephen king will appeal to his fans, but each is still doing their own thing and making their own mark on the horror genre. All of the best stephen king books, ranked reedsy discovery. Mar 06, 2017 5 stephen king books your kid could and should read. Not only does the master of horror have a new title coming out soon, there are several new creepy, scary, thrilling books coming out this season. Oct 03, 2019 heres your first look at stephen kings next book, if it bleeds. Oct 21, 2019 short story collections from authors like stephen king. Stephen kings new novel the institute mines familiar. Stephen king changes new books story based on the covid. Aug 31, 2017 many of stephen king s novels have been adapted for the screen, but many of them dont necessarily turn out well. The new film version of pet sematary makes a major change to stephen kings book and the bestselling author spoke exclusively to ew about what he thinks of it it turns out, uncle steve.
Stephen king took to twitter sunday to reassure his 5. Below are 7 books that share kings sense of suspense, heart, and twisted whimsyplus one book by the master himself. Stephen king is a new york timesbestselling novelist who made his name in the horror and fantasy genres with books like carrie, the shining and it. Mar 10, 2020 stephen king took to twitter sunday to reassure his 5. For two generations of literary thrillseekers, his very name is synonymous with horror. Fans of stephen king should also check out this amazing graphic of the steph en king universe designed by australian illustrator gillian james, as well as this video in which king discusses the art of the short story. Stephen king has two new books coming out this year. Apr 08, 2020 stephen king even stephen king is feeling like hes living in a stephen king novel these days.
Stephen king has two new books coming out this year, so. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. And like any maine bookworm with a love of the macabre, i adored him as sort of local hero. At the beginning of stephen king s career, the general view among publishers was that an author was limited to one book per year, since publishing more would be more. Up next from stephen king, who never stops writing and god bless him for that, is next years brand new book if it bleeds, which will actually bring us four new tales in one. Born on september 21, 1947, in portland, maine, stephen edwin king is an american author who has been described as the king of horror. Mar 04, 2014 for more recommended books, see stephen kings reading list part ii and part iii. Fasten your seatbelts for an anthology of turbulent tales curated by stephen king and bev vincent. An american writer of adult fiction, her book the hunger is a tense. Ok, when i publish it, if its in 2021, it will be like in the past, safely in the past. But the truly dedicated fan knows its possible to read through everythingall 61 novels, five nonfiction books, and approximately 200 short storiesthat the horror master and portland, maine native has written.
From the new york times bestselling author of the cartel, the force, and the border. Hes known for writing gruesome scenes and grotesque villains. King has written several critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror, supernatural, suspense and fantasy novels. If you, like us, have read the vast majority of stephen kings books, fear not. This exciting new anthology, perfect for airport or airplane reading, includes an original introduction and story notes for each story by stephen king, along with brand new stories from stephen king and joe hill. In the late 1980s, national book award winner oates wrote and sold a psychological suspense novel under the pseudonym rosamond smith. A list of stephen king s novels, organized oldest to newest. Stephen king reacts to the change in the new pet sematary. Sleep, by stephen king its the stuff of dreams and nightmares for king fansan older, wiser, and, if possible, even more talented king returning to one of his classics, the shining, to write a sequel. It stephen king talks about the new it movie youtube. At 71, stephen king is still at the top of his game and is showing no signs of slowing down.
Authors similar to stephen king goodreads share book. Below are 7 books that share king s sense of suspense, heart, and twisted whimsyplus one book by the master himself. Stephen edwin king was born the second son of donald and nellie ruth pillsbury king. I know before i even hit the publish button on this post that most people are going to raise their eyebrows. When you need a good dose of horror with some supernatural elements sprinkled in, stephen king books are the perfect fix. Very few writers live to see other writers analyzed against their output, but its so common to call a writer like stephen king or a new stephen king it almost feels rote and makes us think of this quote from the wire. Stephen king s new novel the institute mines familiar ground with psychic kids in duress. Stephen king books, ranked from worst to best vulture. With more than 50 books in print, king is insanely prolific. The only thing i may look forward to more than a new stephen king novel is a new collection of his short stories. Heres your first look at stephen kings next book, if it bleeds.
A new york times, entertainment weekly, and chicago suntimes favorite book of the year a revelationthis is butch cassidy and the sundance kid on autoload. Dec 09, 20 below are 7 books that share kings sense of suspense, heart, and twisted whimsyplus one book by the master himself. But with the upcoming release of kings newest book, the highly. Stephen king even stephen king is feeling like hes living in a stephen king novel these days. With over 60 novels published, there are no shortage of great titles to choose from. Stephen kings next book if it bleeds set for 2020 release. This list of new books like stephen king 2018 features the most terrifying new horror, thriller, and dark fantasy novels.
His books are guaranteed to have you turning the pages all night longbut be careful, because theyre also bound to. The author of the 1978 pandemic novel the stand says he understands why fans have said the covid19. A list of stephen kings novels, organized oldest to newest. Stephen king books, ranked from worst to best looking back over more than 40 years worth of the writers work. Yes, i love stephen king, but even being a constant reader doesnt prevent me from being willing to admit that the man can and often does go long on his word count. When i was a voracious bookworm, constantly outreading my budget, my mom tried to get me interested in stephen king. Sep 06, 2019 stephen king is a new york timesbestselling novelist who made his name in the horror and fantasy genres with books like carrie, the shining and it. King has written several critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror, supernatural, suspense and fantas. When he loves a book, he isnt shy about telling the world and using his. Here is a list of 10 horror books that stephen king himself has. If youre anything like us, youve already read kings book and youre eagerly eating up each new episode of the miniseries. Like two distinct tv shows that end up with a primetime crossover, you figure luke and tim. Mar 11, 2019 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 suggestions for the king as well.
Many of stephen kings novels have been adapted for the screen, but many of them dont necessarily turn out well. When browsing your favorite bookstore, it seems like the shelf dedicated to stephen king s published work stretches on forever. Stephen kings reading list for writers books and writing. After his father left them when stephen was two, he and his older brother, david, were raised by his mother. When browsing your favorite bookstore, it seems like the shelf dedicated to stephen kings published work stretches on forever. This exciting new anthology, perfect for airport or airplane reading, includes an original introduction and story notes for each story by stephen king, along with brand new. Stephen king changes new books story based on the covid19 pandemic. Mar 29, 2019 the new film version of pet sematary makes a major change to stephen kings book and the bestselling author spoke exclusively to ew about what he thinks of it it turns out, uncle steve.