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Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes me sad). I am from GA and have been on goodreads for less than a year. I love all horror, both movies and books and whatever else, and King is King (though not crimson). My favorite book by King is probably "Hearts in Atlantis," but that changes frequently. I'm also way into Lovecraft so please feel free to chat with me and recommend other books you think I'd like!
Dustin wrote: "Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes me sad). I am ..."Hey, Dustin, I love Hearts in Atlantis too, and I may be the only person who thinks it's really a novel not a collection of disparate short stories. What do you think?
Dustin wrote: "Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes me sad). I am ..."Hi Dustin, I'm from TN. we're neighbors! lol, kinda.
Latasha wrote: "Dustin wrote: "Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes..."Latasha we are all neighbors no matter where we are, we are reading neighbors and King family. We may look different and sound different but we are all related in our Love of His books and reading. We do not judge we discuss the words of the master writer that is Stephen King and any other author we decide to bring into our world.
We defend the rights of others to disagree with us for without disagreement we could not have a constructive discussion/ argument Yes we may agree on most things King but not all of us love all of his books. OK I am waffling now so I will end this diatribe. I think you all get what I am trying to say.
Nick wrote: "Dustin wrote: "Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes..."I agree completely. To me it certainly reads as one story, with transitions in time and space. It is also one of his many works that connects directly to the Dark Tower, which I'm always excited to find in his books.
Latasha wrote: "Dustin wrote: "Hello fellow constant readers. King is my favorite author, and I am currently trying to read everything the man has written (I am well over halfway done with this task and this makes..."Hey we're Southern, that's what matters! haha
Very glad to be here with all of you! Such a great group and a wonderful welcome. Glad to be able to discuss Mr. King with others who enjoy his work as much as I do!
Welcome Dustin, I am sorry I meant to welcome you the other day and sidetracked myself I hope you enjoy yourself.
Sorry if I offended you Mr.Brooks. What I meant by neighbors is that Tn & GA touches.
The Stand is one of my favorites. I'm not personally a fan of audio books because I feel like the way you read a story is important to personal interpretation, but I can fully understand it with such a lengthy novel as The Stand! Especially on a second or third time through. I am not a fan of post-apocalypse novels usually, but of course King wrote one that became one of my favorite novels. Sadly, the miniseries didn't do The Stand justice. Any one agree/disagree?
Dustin wrote: "The Stand is one of my favorites. I'm not personally a fan of audio books because I feel like the way you read a story is important to personal interpretation, but I can fully understand it with su..."I'm always ready to agree and disagree. Agree on the mini-series though I didn't watch much. You may also be right about personal interpretation, never thought of it before, but the audio-book reader's way of presenting a book gretly influences the way you percieve it, and the truth is once you get that interpreation in your head it's hard to dislodge. I am a great fan of audio books and listen all the time. Having read all of Kings books before listening to them I can't say that it happened in his case though I think King's reading of On Writing is perfect, his words, his ideas, what more do you want. I really didn't like the reading of Wizard and Glass and doubt that I could make it through the whole Dark Tower Series on audio.
Nick wrote: "Dustin wrote: "The Stand is one of my favorites. I'm not personally a fan of audio books because I feel like the way you read a story is important to personal interpretation, but I can fully unders..."Agreed on all points made. To me I think the first time reading a novel is important. While your re-reads may get you to other interpretations and you may find new things each time, that first one really is so important to experience without any influence but the words on the page. However, for On Writing, I think having King read it is an exception because it is less of a work of art. I also think if you have read it, audio books can be great. A new perspective is always welcome, so I'm on board with that.
mrbooks wrote: "Welcome Dustin, I am sorry I meant to welcome you the other day and sidetracked myself I hope you enjoy yourself."Hey no worries! I am easily sidetracked so I wouldn't hold it against anybody. Glad to meet you.
I'm going to disagree with y'all. I liked Swan Song wayyyyyy more than the stand. It might've been cause I read it first, I don't know. I can get through audio books faster than I can read them. There has been some that I've loved so much after listening to them that I rush out and buy the book. Fevre Dream is one of these. I own the physical book, the audio book and the kindle version. lol I really liked it. And the last American vampire. And some others.ok hang on let me edit. I didn't hate the stand. if I had to pick between the 2, I'd pick swan song. I have not read all of King's works. me & a few others were reading all of his work in order of publication but we stopped after the talisman for a break. so, up to this point my 2 favorites are the shining & It. IT, I've listened to 2 or 3 times now and I love it. I bought an actual book of that one too and have the audiobook. the shining I own and have only read it.
Hello all fellow fans of the King of horror. Truly hope you're enjoying this group that I plan on becoming more active in. If I've introduced myself previously- my apologies. Sometimes new people join & I'm on here so intermittently, I thought I should say hello to everyone. I'm a fan of King's horror stories, with just a few exceptions. Full disclaimer- I've never read a Bachman book & yes, I'm ashamed of that truth-but I plan on rectifying that soon!...like definitely before summer is over. Some of my favorites are probably the same as others...those written earlier in his life. Maybe it's because those are the ones that stole my heart & I still re-read on occasion.
Favorite's= Pet Semetary, Cujo, Carrie, Cycle of the Werewolf, The Dark Half, The Stand (so far I've only listened on audiobooks before they were a common option-several mp3s on my original iPod, yup the first generation w/the big wheel & button on the middle & a screen that we thought was big at the time), The Shining, Sleepwalkers, Everything's Eventual (a collection of tales), Thinner, Christine, Misery, Skeleton Crew & so many more!!!!
@mrbooks- Congrats on having read more than half of King's work. Are you including the Bachman books in your challenge?
Hi Sheri, thanks there are only five of his I have not read. The Kid, Joyland, Danes Macabre, Stephen King on writing and Gerald's Game. I started Gerald's game but gave up on it as a lost cause as it was not to my taste. I highly recommend all his Bachman books well worth reading.
Hi I'm from New Brunswick, Canada. We share a border with the state of Maine for those who might not know. Travelled a great deal throughout the state over the years so I always felt that Mainers are neighbours who just speak funny. I loved Stephen King's work since he started to publish.
Thanks so much Erin. So I gave a long list of my fav King books. What is your favorite, or if that's impossible-what are your top couple books of his?
Hi everybody! My name ise Berkay from Turkey. I joined group one hour ago. I really love reading book especially Stephen King books. Well, have a good day!
Hi Deborah and Berkay, and welcome to the group we look forward to your joining our discussions.
Sheri wrote: "Thanks so much Erin. So I gave a long list of my fav King books. What is your favorite, or if that's impossible-what are your top couple books of his?"You're welcome. My top favorite by him is The Stand. It's hard to give a second book, there are so many that I love of his.
Hello! My name is Sydney and I'm 16 years old (17 in September). The first book I read by SK was The Shining in 2014. A few days ago I decided that I wanted to make it a life goal to read and collect all of SK's published works. I just got out of a year and a half reading slump so I only have 2 of his books on my shelf as of now, but I am currently reading Doctor Sleep which I'm loving!! I love going back into the world of The Shining with such familiar characters. I hope to make new friends closer around my age who have a similar love for SK books! :)
Sydney wrote: "Hello! My name is Sydney and I'm 16 years old (17 in September). The first book I read by SK was The Shining in 2014. A few days ago I decided that I wanted to make it a life goal to read and colle..."So cool to see someone your age finding King. I was a little late to the party, but I am also trying to read/collect all of his work. Make sure you read the Dark Tower series! Hope you have a blast!
Welcome Sydney I hope all us oldsters don't put you off to much feel free to add your comments on any book you have read and are thinking of reading. I will recommend two 1. Carrie as it is his first published work and 2. The Green Mile probably on of his best works.
Sydney wrote: "Hello! My name is Sydney and I'm 16 years old (17 in September). The first book I read by SK was The Shining in 2014. A few days ago I decided that I wanted to make it a life goal to read and colle..."Welcome Sydney. I so, so wish I could be reading his works for the first time! I think you have a terrific goal and we will be thrilled to have the opinions of a teen. :-)
I have been lurking around awhile but enjoy the discussions and suggestions. The Stand is my bible and (imho) the greatest book ever written. I am always interested to see what those with similar tastes are reading. I recently discovered Bentley Little from the members of this site and am enjoying catching up on his novels. I used to be an extensive online gamer but for the last few years I have spent more of my free time raising my family (including 3 rescue dogs) and reading. We lost our home to a fire last year and I am gradually rebuilding my book collections. I welcome any friend requests because that continues to broaden my exposure to great authors and novels and maybe even meet a few really nice people.
Welcome Jeanne25 we are always looking for more input. Honest don't worry we wont bite.
Jeanne25 wrote: "I have been lurking around awhile but enjoy the discussions and suggestions. The Stand is my bible and (imho) the greatest book ever written. I am always interested to see what those with similar t..."Welcome Jeanne25. I'm always looking for new friends too, so I'll send you a request. Also, check into the current discussion of The Stand. There's a group read going on right now. I'm about half way through my third re-read (this one is a re-listen) and I'm amazed how good it is.
Jeanne25 wrote: "I have been lurking around awhile but enjoy the discussions and suggestions. The Stand is my bible and (imho) the greatest book ever written. I am always interested to see what those with similar t..."Welcome. I haven't read any Bentley Little yet, but he keeps popping up everywhere. I'm glad to hear you recommend him. Have you seen this? http://www.cemeterydance.com/bentley-...
I'm sorry to hear about your fire.
Hi KandiceI'm Sheri, haven't ran into you before so GREETINGS!!!
^_^ Also I just checked out the link you posted to cemeterydance.com and the book that I chose to read more about was a collaboration of Stephen King, Richard Layman, Koontz & others http://www.cemeterydance.com/the-best... HOWEVER- the question is this.....is this book literally out of print everywhere or just on that site? What do you think? I own 1 out of print book that was only temporarily OOP due to its anti-war content & WWII just ending. But it came back. AAAaaanyhow- why in the hell would "they" put this book OOP? Too scary?
If I'm asking a stupid question, my apologies. Generally I'm not this dense. It's 94 degrees here & with humidity/ feels like 194!!!!
http://www.cemeterydance.com/the-hand...This is the one I meant. Just because CD doesn't have it, doesn't mean no one else does. Check Dark Regions Press too,
Hello to all :)My name is Dan and I'm from the UK. I've been a fan of King's work since I was around 11 - almost 25 years! I was recommended a book by my high school librarian, Pet Sematary. She did mention that it might not be appropriate for my age, but that only made me want to read it more! I was instantly hooked and have been a fan ever since. I wrote him fan-mail in the early 90's, still waiting for a reply ;)
My dad used to attend a lot of car-boot sales and he would always pick me up any King novels he found. I had the entire collection at one point but admit I have slipped with the newer releases.
My favourite classic King novel is IT, I guess because I related to the young characters and it truly is terrifying! I have read IT four times to date. A close second is The Shining, and it's even more interesting as King has spoken about how he was mostly intoxicated with drink and drugs during the writing process and has little memory of it. Fascinating really.
From the newer novels I would say it's between Lisey's Story and The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. One of my favourite short stories is The House On Maple Street which is in Nightmares and Dreamscapes. Just a really great adventure story from a child's perspective.
I have to be honest (please be kind), I haven't read The Stand which I know many believe to be King's Bible. I guess I'm saving it for another time. For now IT is my Bible.
Sorry for the essay, but when it comes to King I could go on forever :)
Happy to be here,
Dan
Daniel wrote: "Hello to all :)My name is Dan and I'm from the UK. I've been a fan of King's work since I was around 11 - almost 25 years! I was recommended a book by my high school librarian, Pet Sematary. She ..."
Nice to meet you Daniel - I gave my kids King's book to get them interested in reading and it worked.
Daniel wrote: "Hello to all :)My name is Dan and I'm from the UK. I've been a fan of King's work since I was around 11 - almost 25 years! I was recommended a book by my high school librarian, Pet Sematary. She ..."
The Stand is worth the read. It's one of my favorites. :)
Daniel wrote: "Hello to all :)My name is Dan and I'm from the UK. I've been a fan of King's work since I was around 11 - almost 25 years! I was recommended a book by my high school librarian, Pet Sematary. She ..."
Hi Daniel and welcome no need to apologize about writing an essay we are all the same way. As far as the Stand goes yes I am one of those readers who thinks it is absolutely necessary to re this book but in saying that I agree with you on IT. The works of Stephen King are many and it leaves open the possibility for many favorites. Look forward to many frank and open conversations about King and his works.
Hi, I've been in this group for a long while but haven't officially said "hello". I'm Sofia, from San Francisco, California. I have dedicated one of my "shelves" to Stephen King books and I think I have seven completed so far!
Hi Sofia I also have a Stephen King book shelf I think I am up to 50 plus books on it, all read at least once and most multiple times.
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If you can find Salem's Lot you have to read that. Also, try the Dead Zone, Duma Key and 11/22/63.