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King, Stephen

King, Stephen

Author Biography & Works

Stephen King is an American author known for his contributions to the horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy genres. He has published over 60 novels, hundreds of short stories, and several non-fiction books, many of which have been adapted into movies, TV series, and comic books.Some of King's most famous works include "Carrie," "The Shining," "Salem's Lot," "The Stand," "It," and "The Dark Tower" series. His writing is characterized by his vivid descriptions, psychological depth, and his ability to make readers feel like they are living the story alongside the characters. He has been credited with revitalizing the horror genre and bringing it into the mainstream.In addition to his contributions to literature, King is also an outspoken advocate for free speech and has been involved in various social and political issues. He has won numerous awards for his writing, including the National Medal of Arts and the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement.

Books by King, Stephen

11/22/63

11/22/63

The best Stephen King in a decade, and even a coin toss for his best work yet. King takes a well-known historical event, the Assassination of JFK, and does something...

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The Stand

The Stand

You either love him or hate him (and if you do hate him, it's probably because every second sentence is a ridiculous metaphor), but there's no denying that Stephen King...

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Vol. 1

Vol. 1

(11/22/63) Start here

The first volume of Stephen King's 11/22/63, in which a teacher is shown a way back to 1958 and decides to stop the assassination of President Kennedy.

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The Langoliers

The Langoliers

This novella was published in a collection of stories called 'Four Past Midnight'. Ten people awake on a red-eye flight, only to find that the other passengers and crew are...

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Firestarter

Firestarter

As a part of a government experiment two college students develop limited psychological powers—but their daughter has a pyrokinetic ability with unknown power.

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The Tommyknockers

The Tommyknockers

A Gothic horror story with a Sci Fi bend: mystery, alien space craft, and technology that comes alive.

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Cell

Cell

Cell is a 2006 apocalyptic horror novel by American author Stephen King. The story follows a New England artist struggling to reunite with his young son after a mysterious signal...

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