Stephen Edwin King (born ) is an American author. Dubbed the " King of Horror ", [2] he is widely known for his horror fiction and has also explored other genres, among them suspense, crime, science-fiction, fantasy, and mystery. [3] He has written approximately 200 short stories, most of which have been published in collections.
This is Stephen King and Peter Straub’s epic and unforgettable finale to the Talisman Trilogy (including the novels Talisman and Black House) and a wrapping up of the fate of the worlds in King’s iconic, fiercely beloved Dark Tower epic.
Stephen King is an American novelist and short-story writer whose books are credited with reviving the horror fiction genre in the late 20th century. His books gain their effect from realistic detail, forceful plotting, and King’s ability to involve and scare the reader.
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Whether you’re picking up your first Stephen King novel or you’ve been reading him for years, this guide makes the Stephen King books in order easy to navigate.
Complete Stephen King books in order (1974–2027), including series reading order, where to start, and the newest 2026 release.
Stephen King's next two books will close out three of his popular series. After that? Maybe a break "while I'm still healthy," he tells USA TODAY.
Stephen King. Writer: Maximum Overdrive. Stephen Edwin King was born on , at the Maine General Hospital in Portland. His parents were Nellie Ruth (Pillsbury), who worked as a caregiver at a mental institute, and Donald Edwin King, a merchant seaman.
Best-selling author Stephen King has written Carrie, The Shining, The Stand, and IT, among many other horror novels. Much of his work has been adapted for film and TV.