Stephen King, Biography and Collection of Novels

Stephen King – a well-known writer, especially in the genres of horror and thriller fiction. He was born on September 21, 1947 in Portland, Maine, United States. Stephen King has authored numerous bestselling novels and short stories, and many of his works have been adapted into successful films and television series.

Some of the famous novels written by Stephen King include “Carrie” (1974), “The Shining” (1977), “It” (1986), “Misery” (1987), and “The Dark Tower” series (1982-2012 ). He also wrote under the pseudonym Richard Bachman for several works, such as “The Long Walk” (1979) and “Thinner” (1984).

His work often explores dark themes and supernatural occurrences, with complex and deep characters. Stephen King is recognized as one of the finest authors in the horror genre and has influenced many other writers in the genre.

In addition to writing novels, Stephen King also wrote plays, essays, and was widely recognized as a prolific and gifted author. He has received numerous awards, including the Bram Stoker Award, World Fantasy Award, and the National Book Foundation’s Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters.

Biography Stephen King

Birth: September 21, 1947 (age 75 years), Portland, Maine, America

Children: Joe Hill, Naomi King, Owen King

Spouse: Tabitha King (m. 1971)

Awards: Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Novel, OTHERS

Drama: Ghost Brothers of Darkland County

Height: 1.93 m

Nominated: Primetime Emmy Award for Best Miniseries, MORE

Novels Stephen King

Stephen King has written many novels during his long career. Among his famous novels which have become bestsellers and received wide acclaim from readers and critics, some of them are:

1. “Carrie” (1974) – Stephen King’s first novel which tells the story of a teenage girl with telekinetic powers who is used for revenge.
2. “The Shining” (1977) – The gripping story of a writer who experiences fear and madness while staying in a remote hotel with his family.
3. “It” (1986) – One of King’s most iconic works, it tells the story of a group of children who face a terrifying monster disguised as a clown named Pennywise.
4. “Misery” (1987) – A writer who is caught up in the cruelty of a diehard fan after getting into a car accident.
5. “Pet Sematary” (1983) – A horror story about a graveyard pet capable of bringing creatures back to life with dire consequences.
6. “The Stand” (1978) – A post-apocalyptic epic about a group of humans who survived after a viral outbreak wiped out most of the world’s population.
7. “Cujo” (1981) – A story about a dog infected with rabies and attacks a family trapped in their car.
8. “The Dark Tower” series (1982-2012) – A series of seven novels combining horror, fantasy and western elements in the adventurous journey of a Gunslinger in search of the Dark Tower.
9. “The Green Mile” (1996) – A story set in Cold Mountain prison in the 1930’s, it follows the lives of convicts and an inmate with supernatural powers.
10. “11/22/63” (2011) – A teacher who travels through time to prevent the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

These are just a few examples of Stephen King’s highly acclaimed novels and have had a profound impact on the horror and thriller fiction genres. He continued to write and publish new works, so this list does not include all of his novels.