Sherry Taylor answers “I've never read a stephen king novel....”

Hasnan asked this question about The Shining (The Shining, #1):

I've never read a stephen king novel. Would the shining be a good one to start with?

Sherry Taylor I would personally suggest reading some of his short stories first, but as far as novels go, this would be a good starting point into his work. A word…moreI would personally suggest reading some of his short stories first, but as far as novels go, this would be a good starting point into his work. A word of warning though, he is very verbose. He can go on, in great detail, over details that isn't necessary to the main story. He's an amazing storyteller and a good writer. (less)

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