An introduction to the Stephen King library from his UK editor
Dear Reader,
As you may know, Stephen King is one of the world’s bestselling writers ever and there is a very good reason for that: he writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down.
Many readers are surprised to discover that Stephen King wrote the stories of their favourite films The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Stand by Me and Misery. When they make the connection, they often come to us to ask which King they should read first. Other readers say they enjoyed his ‘horror’ stories in their teens and are ready to be reacquainted with the amazing range and literary power of his work. And then of course there is a new generation of readers who will grow up reading Stephen King.
So… I am thrilled to present his complete backlist, grouped here into ten distinct categories so that you can pick the right book for you – whether to discuss at your Reading Group or read through terrified fingers – although, of course, I recommend reading them all.
Philippa Pride, Editor
The Books of Stephen King
Cujo (1981)
Once upon a time, not so long ago, a monster came to the small town of Castle Rock, Maine . . .
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Danse Macabre (1981)
Stephen King describes his ideas on how horror works and how he brings it to bear on his own novels.
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The Dead Zone (1979)
When a former teacher wakes up from a coma, he discovers he has a gift which could change the future…
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The Shining (1977)
One of the true classics of horror fiction, The Shining is regarded as one of King's masterpieces....
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Carrie (1974)
King's debut novel about an outcast teenager with a frightening power which put him on the map.
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