Books by stephen king authors like stephen king what. With stephen kings new book revival coming out this month, we asked our readers to vote on their favorite books by the horror master. 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. Heres some background on the mainebased writer and a bibliography, featuring details about some of his most notable works. A list of stephen kings novels, organized oldest to newest.
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. When he loves a book, he isnt shy about telling the world and using his. Oct 21, 2019 short story collections from authors like stephen king. 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. 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. I know before i even hit the publish button on this post that most people are going to raise their eyebrows. Mar 10, 2020 stephen king took to twitter sunday to reassure his 5. At 71, stephen king is still at the top of his game and is showing no signs of slowing down. Ok, when i publish it, if its in 2021, it will be like in the past, safely in the past.
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. Here is a list of 10 horror books that stephen king himself has. Stephen kings next book will be a big change for the master of horror. 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. But with the upcoming release of kings newest book, the highly. Apr 08, 2020 stephen king even stephen king is feeling like hes living in a stephen king novel these days. Mar 04, 2014 for more recommended books, see stephen kings reading list part ii and part iii. When browsing your favorite bookstore, it seems like the shelf dedicated to stephen king s published work stretches on forever. It stephen king talks about the new it movie youtube. In the late 1980s, national book award winner oates wrote and sold a psychological suspense novel under the pseudonym rosamond smith. 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.
Why stephen king loves the new it movie cinemablend. With more than 50 books in print, king is insanely prolific. 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. Mar 06, 2017 5 stephen king books your kid could and should read. Stephen kings reading list for writers books and writing. 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. Stephen king has two new books coming out this year. The author of the 1978 pandemic novel the stand says he understands why fans have said the covid19. Stephen king changes new books story based on the covid. 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. 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. 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.
Order of stephen king books stephen king is an american author of horror, suspense, science fiction and fantasy novels. The only thing i may look forward to more than a new stephen king novel is a new collection of his short stories. Stephen king is one of the most famous writers in the world, an artist who has. If you, like us, have read the vast majority of stephen king s books, fear not. Stephen king and his son owen king discuss their new novel, sleeping beauties duration.
Stephen king has two new books coming out this year, so. Oct 03, 2019 heres your first look at stephen kings next book, if it bleeds. Stephen kings new novel the institute mines familiar ground with psychic kids in duress. For more recommended books, see stephen kings reading list part ii and part iii. Aug 31, 2017 many of stephen king s novels have been adapted for the screen, but many of them dont necessarily turn out well. If you, like us, have read the vast majority of stephen kings books, fear not.
Stephen king took to twitter sunday to reassure his 5. Like two distinct tv shows that end up with a primetime crossover, you figure luke and tim. If youre anything like us, youve already read kings book and youre eagerly eating up each new episode of the miniseries. 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. King has written several critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror, supernatural, suspense and fantasy novels. Stephen king s new novel the institute mines familiar ground with psychic kids in duress. 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.
For two generations of literary thrillseekers, his very name is synonymous with horror. But the novel, like many of kings later works, could have used. Stephen edwin king born september 21, 1947 is an american author of horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy novels. There may still be several months before either of these new books are released, but there is plenty of. An american writer of adult fiction, her book the hunger is a tense. His books have sold more than 350 million copies, many of which have been adapted into feature films, miniseries, television series, and comic books. His books are guaranteed to have you turning the pages all night longbut be careful, because theyre also bound to. Stephen king books, ranked from worst to best vulture. Born on september 21, 1947, in portland, maine, stephen edwin king is an american author who has been described as the king of horror. I love stephen king, but so many of the top books on the best horror lists belong to him.
From the new york times bestselling author of the cartel, the force, and the border. 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. 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. 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. And like any maine bookworm with a love of the macabre, i adored him as sort of local hero. Books blog stephen king stephen king has written another new ending to the stand but do we need it. Feel like checking a classic book off your bucket list.
When you need a good dose of horror with some supernatural elements sprinkled in, stephen king books are the perfect fix. When i was a voracious bookworm, constantly outreading my budget, my mom tried to get me interested in stephen king. Short story collections from authors like stephen king. 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. 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. Below are 7 books that share kings sense of suspense, heart, and twisted whimsyplus one book by the master himself. King has published 61 novels including seven under the pen name richard bachman and six nonfiction books. After his father left them when stephen was two, he and his older brother, david, were raised by his mother. Stephen king has written another new ending to the stand. Stephen king changes new books story based on the covid19 pandemic. Known best for his horror and suspense books, classics like carrie and the shining, the 70yearold author has been dubbed the king of horror. 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. Amazon second chance pass it on, trade it in, give it a second life.
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. All of the best stephen king books, ranked reedsy discovery. Stephen king is one of the most prolific authors alive, known for writing horror, fantasy, and psychological thrillers. With more than 60 books under his belt, stephen king is one of the most famous, successful, and prolific authors of our time. Stephen kings next book if it bleeds set for 2020 release. A list of stephen king s novels, organized oldest to newest. Best horror books by people other than stephen king. This list of new books like stephen king 2018 features the most terrifying new horror, thriller, and dark fantasy novels.
With over 60 novels published, there are no shortage of great titles to choose from. King has written several critically acclaimed and commercially successful horror, supernatural, suspense and fantas. 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. Apr 12, 2019 from the new york times bestselling author of the cartel, the force, and the border. 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. 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. 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. Below are 7 books that share king s sense of suspense, heart, and twisted whimsyplus one book by the master himself. 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. Stephen kings new novel the institute mines familiar. Stephen edwin king was born the second son of donald and nellie ruth pillsbury king. Heres your first look at stephen kings next book, if it bleeds. Authors similar to stephen king goodreads share book. Stephen king reacts to the change in the new pet sematary.