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Jan 12, 2014 09:02AM
Morning fellow Constant Readers. I'm Ken and I cut my teeth in the horror genre while in junior high with King's Pet Sematary. I've been hooked ever since. My favorite of his are Pet Sematary, It, Cujo, The Dead Zone, The Shining, Christine, Tommyknockers and more. Ive recently read Doctor Sleep and loved catching up with Danny Torrance.
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Greetings to everyone. My name's Bill. I'm 24. I first got acquainted with Stephen King while in collage one afternoon, when I spotted a local bookshop from the window of my apartment down the block, deciding to go and pick a read. It was Blaze. I quit collage that same semester but I never quit reading his books ever after. Writing has become even a stronger impulse for me, thanks to King.
So many new members! Welcome all to this great group
Good morning. I'm justin from NJ, and i'm a huge King fan / horror fan. I was never much into reading until my early 20's when i went back to school and eventually picked up some King novels (I always loved the movies since i was a kid). Right off the bat, i fell in love with The Dead Zone, Black House, Salems Lot, Misery, the Mist. Books that til this day are very very special to me and even changed my life lol. Eventually I started trying other authors and found some goodies but King is just the best and i'm grateful for his work
Hello I'm Jon from UK. Goodreads member for six months or so. Stephen King has been my favourite author since I read IT for a school essay in 1991. I next read Needful Thinks, Nightmares & Dreamscapes and Insomnia and I was hooked. I think I've read about 35 of his 56 novels and collections. I recently finished Doctor Sleep and Joyland and also Wolves of the Calla (I take long breaks (months or years) between DT novels!) but Song of Susannah is up next (ten years after publication).I'm currently reading The Yellow Birds by Kevin Powers.
As a recommendation to anyone who reads this 'introduction', I recommend the novella "1922" from "Full Dark No Stars". Killer story.....
Jon
Justice wrote: "Good morning. I'm justin from NJ, and i'm a huge King fan / horror fan. I was never much into reading until my early 20's when i went back to school and eventually picked up some King novels (I al..."I'm with you Justice. I've read lots of writers, Sometimes it's a struggle. But King's work is always so simple, clean, clear, almost comforting in that way. When you pick up each book you know you're going to make some wonderful friends, and share some great adventures.
Justice wrote: "Good morning. I'm justin from NJ, and i'm a huge King fan / horror fan. I was never much into reading until my early 20's when i went back to school and eventually picked up some King novels (I al..."I'm with you Justice. I've read lots of writers, Sometimes it's a struggle. But King's work is always so simple, clean, clear, almost comforting in that way. When you pick up each book you know you're going to make some wonderful friends, and share some great adventures.
So true Nick. It always feels like coming home :)
Hi everyone! Big King fan, reborn. When I was younger (probably too young really)I read everything he wrote until the Insomnia/Desperation/Regulators era, then kind of fell off. My love for his books was reignited when I read 11/22/63 last year. My favorite is a toss-up between Pet Semetary and It.
King.... A Master..... Incomparable.... He's taken me on the greatest adventures of my life... And I will always say that when I read its the only time I fly....."Fiction is the truth inside the lie, and the truth of this fiction is simple enough: The Magic Exists" Stephen King=+=
I'm Holly. I just joined the group but have been on Goodreads for a while. I have read almost all of King's books except a few newer ones. I love all kinds of books. I am a mom of five so I read a lot of children books and YA books also but will read just about anything. Feel free to add as friend. I love get to new book ideas.
Hmbb99 wrote: "I'm Holly. I just joined the group but have been on Goodreads for a while. I have read almost all of King's books except a few newer ones. I love all kinds of books. I am a mom of five so I read a ..."Hi Holly, welcome. Be sure and read Joyland if you haven't. Also take a look at the books by King's son, Joe Hill. NOS4A2 is really great. Ocean at the End of The Lane is kind of a YA/adult book, that I like anyway. If you're looking for literary style try Love In The Time Of Cholera, (which I'm reading now and loving) or even The Tiger's Wife.
Joined Goodreads awhile back but only just started adding books, etc. New to the reading groups but this sounds like fun!I have been reading Stephen King's books right from the start with Carrie - wow I just dated myself! I still remember picking it up and thinking, Oh this sounds different, guess I will try it. Been addicted to his books ever since.
Great to see so many new members - glad you could join us!
Hi my name is Diala,I just joined this lovely group, like few days ago and extremely excited about it.First I should say, I am A HUGE FAN of Stephen King; Shining was MY FIRST EXPERIENCE and I was instantly hooked.Currently reading The turn of the screw and other stories by Henry James and Honor by Elif Shafak.
Hello to everyone who has recently joined. It's nice to see so many people joining the group :) If anyone feels like adding me as a friend feel free ! And welcome!
Dodo wrote: "Hi my name is Diala,I just joined this lovely group, like few days ago and extremely excited about it.First I should say, I am A HUGE FAN of Stephen King; Shining was MY FIRST EXPERIENCE and I was ..."Hey Dodo, welcome. If you're liking Turn of the Screw you might like What Alice Knew which is about how Henry James and his brother and sister solved the case of Jack the Ripper.
Howdy! Quint Floyd from east texas! Huge King fan from about '84. Started with "The Stand" and have been a constant every since. Looking forward to some good discussions and hopefully new friendships here!
Quint wrote: "Howdy! Quint Floyd from east texas! Huge King fan from about '84. Started with "The Stand" and have been a constant every since. Looking forward to some good discussions and hopefully new friend..."Hey Quint, welcome. Lots of good discussion here. Like to hear about your most favorite and least favorite works of King.
The name is Carlos from San Diego. I started the year by reading the Gunslinger. I made it across the desert and finally made it to Topeka a few hours ago. I'm anxious and excited to to discover the mystery of the Tower. Im hooked!
That's awesome Carlos! You have an amazing journey ahead of you :) Welcome to the group!
Hi my names vicki. I live in Scotland but wish I lived in Derry ;)! I love King and have yet to fine a book of his I didn't enjoy. Aside king books I also enjoy my other hobby which is exotic pets. I currently have snakes and spiders ^_^
Hi I'm Phil and I'm new to Stephen King, but quickly getting submerged into the worlds he creates. Started with The Shining before Christmas, then 11.22.63 and now I'm onto It. I've been missing out!!
hello all. I'm Andrew 36 and from the UK. I've read several Stephen King books when I was younger and am enjoying tree reading those that I have read and working through some of his that I've not read. my favorite so far has been IT and I hope to read the Dark Tower series this year.
Andrew wrote: "hello all. I'm Andrew 36 and from the UK. I've read several Stephen King books when I was younger and am enjoying tree reading those that I have read and working through some of his that I've not r..."Hi Andrew. It is one of my all time favs. I still haven't read the Dark Tower series. I hope it's as good as the Stand. I've read that King described it to be his magnum opus. I can believe that.
What kind of snakes and spiders do you have Vicky?
Phil I have 4 snakes: 2 corns a boa and a python and a variety of tarantulas :) it'd take ages to list species though xD
how do you reversd the thread so you see latest post first instead of oldest posg first?
Quinn I dunno if it's the same on pcs but on my iPhone app there's an arrow on the top right and it you press that it puts newer replies to the top:)
Hello my name is Jamie and I've just recently found this website and I love it ! Stephen King is my hands down favorite author. I have read almost every book he's ever written but my favorite is the Dark Tower series.I really look forward to more discussions and discovering Goodreads.com further. Thanks
Hi, My name is Cristina. Sorry I took so long in introducing myself. I am a huge Stephen King fan and I am currently reading Christopher Buehlman's The Necromancer's House & Divergent. Doctor Sleep is next! I write poetry and I have quite a bit of a collection of Fiction on my computer that I'm currently working on finishing. Mid February I plan to release my First Poetry Collection which will depict my personal take on Depression, Life, Happiness, etc...I just finished Beta Reading for a friend and hope I can do it again. I love to read & write... :) That's me!
Hey Christina, welcome. I'll read your poetry collection when you think it's ready. In the mean time anxious to hear what you think of Dr. Sleep.
Nick wrote: "Hey Christina, welcome. I'll read your poetry collection when you think it's ready. In the mean time anxious to hear what you think of Dr. Sleep."Well, I actually do have a few poems posted on my website for Reading in the meantime. My website is www.wordsunderconstruction.com. I haven't read it yet but when I start I'll let you know. :)
Welcome Jamie and Christina. Glad to see others that King's writing has brought so much joy to. The man is the master storyteller of our generation and I'm sure many generations to come. Jamie, what are you currently reading now?
Ken wrote: "Welcome Jamie and Christina. Glad to see others that King's writing has brought so much joy to. The man is the master storyteller of our generation and I'm sure many generations to come. Jamie, wha..."Thank You for the welcome.Right now I'm reading 11/22/63.Almost done with it and it's really interesting.It really makes you think how different things would be but don't want to give away to much.I look forward to talking to you more.
Jamie
Ken wrote: "Welcome Jamie and Christina. Glad to see others that King's writing has brought so much joy to. The man is the master storyteller of our generation and I'm sure many generations to come. Jamie, wha..."Hi Ken I also want to mention that I'm currently writing a book myself and this website is helping me do that I would love to have you or anyone read at least the chapters that are done.I'ts a true story but very interesting and sad.It may not be something your interested in but maybe worth a look.
Thank You very much
Jamie
Cristina wrote: "Nick wrote: "Hey Christina, welcome. I'll read your poetry collection when you think it's ready. In the mean time anxious to hear what you think of Dr. Sleep."Well, I actually do have a few poe..."
Very Strong Stuff!! I especially liked, Reckless Endangerment, Labels and Words, (With your reference to Carrie) The Darkest Enemy, and of course, The Writer's Escape. Very nice images there.
Thank you :) I use very strong metaphors because that is how it plays in my mind at the time.
Thank-you Ken for the welcoming! :)
Hi my name is Steff, I've been a fan of King's since my early teens. He still reamins one of my favorites after all these years. I havent read all of his work but so far my favorite book of his has been From a Buick 8. I joined this group a while ago but haven't really had time to participate with discussions until now and I'm looking forward to connecting with other readers.
Steff wrote: "Hi my name is Steff, I've been a fan of King's since my early teens. He still reamins one of my favorites after all these years. I havent read all of his work but so far my favorite book of his has..."Hey Steff, welcome. What do you like about Buick 8... have to confess it wasn't one of my favorites.
Hi guys, I'm Evert van Urk. I'm Dutch and I'm teaching English as a foreign language. I've written some stories in the past and am aiming to write more. Consequently, I need to read more too, something that isn't as easy for me it seems. It's not in my system yet to pick up a book whenever I'd turn on the TV or do something else in my spare time. I'd like to change that and that's why I joined this group. Whenever I do read I like to read books written by Stephen King. Favorites so far: It, Dark Tower 1+2 (I'm at 6 now) I liked the Mist and the Mangler as well.
Least favorites so far: Cujo, Dark Tower 4
Anyway, I hope to get to know some of you better and I'll be around to discuss some books, especially the monthly books since that is helping me to read more. I also hope to learn from you guys in the discussions.
Hello Evert my name is Jamie and I'm new to this site too but it is great.You will enjoy it very much.I look forward to talking to you more.
Hi Jamie. Will you be joining the group read this month?
I'm with you Nick. From a Buick 8 is from that period of late 1990s to early 2000s where I really didn't care for a lot of King's writing. Too much rambling and not enough teeth. But, that's the great thing about Stephen King. He has something for everyone. One man's drivel is another man's favorite read. Many people thumb their nose at Tommyknockers. I love that book. Even King at his worst is better than vampires that sparkle in my book.
Evert wrote: "Hi Jamie. Will you be joining the group read this month?"
Sure
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