With more than 60 books under his belt, stephen king is one of the most famous, successful, and prolific authors of our time. What pseudonym did king use in writing the novels the running man and thinner. In the first foreword to on writing, king talks about the fact that no one ever asks popular writers about the language. In our final extract from his new book, on writing, stephen king reveals six key rules for writing a bestseller. Stephen king has become a writing legend with books that span many genres. And theres a good chance that hes inspired more people to start writing than any other. In his book on writing, he argues that he can tell which books. Because readers can identify with many of kings threedimensional, dynamic characters, his stories captivate and engage his loyal fans and firsttime readers. If there are two dates, they refer to when he started writing it and. Stephen king often includes other authors and writers in his works. He deems one of his most salient pieces of advice on writing so important that he repeats it twice in his top 20 rules for writers. Like them or loathe them, you have to admit thats impressive.
Kings manual on writing reveals that hes relentlessly dedicated to his craft. Stephen king is a flybytheseatofhispants kind of writer. Stephen king has concocted thousands of pages of bizarre plot twists and unsettling characters. Mar 22, 20 stephen kings books have sold over 350 million copies. Frequently asked questions about stephen king and his work.
Heres some background on the mainebased writer and a bibliography, featuring details about some of his most notable works. A memoir of the craft, stephen king shares the following reading list of 96 books, covering a diverse range of fiction and nonfiction titles accompanying the list is this explanation. Oct 11, 20 if there were a stephen king plot generator somewhere out there on the web, it would work, most of the time, by mashing up ideas from all of what used to be called speculative fictionincluding. How well do you know the dark masters bibliography. Originally published in 2000 by charles scribners sons, on writing is kings first book after he was involved in a car accident a year earlier.
For example, the protagonist in carrie is a high school girl. Literature quiz language by stephen king book cover random literature or novel quiz can you identify the language based on the various covers of the different stephen king novels. Eventually, he got so many rejection letters that the nail fell down. It is no wonder stephen kings writing advice is so frequently sought after. A memoir of the craft, stephen king shares the following reading list of 96 books, covering a diverse range of fiction and nonfiction titles. Stephen king is one of the most prolific writers of the last 100 years. Stay away from recreational drugs stephen king reads from his upcoming sequel to the shining. Take note, as this is your chance to have a story published in the paperback. Hes written dozens of novels and hundreds of short stories, many of which have become.
Absolutely the best book about the craft of writing ive ever read. If there were a stephen king plot generator somewhere out there on the web, it would work, most of the time, by mashing up ideas from all of what used to be called speculative fictionincluding. He admits that not even the king himself always sticks to his rulesbut trying to follow them is a. Stephen king dedicated this book to a fellow author, because he felt that she was the one who told him in a very simple and direct way that it was okay to write it.
On writing by stephen king, first edition abebooks. Can you answer ten questions pertaining to writers in various stephen king novels and short stories. On writing begins with a mesmerizing account of king s childhood and his uncannily early focus on writing to tell a story. See how much you know about the characters and places in his horror, suspense and science fiction writing in this quiz. A memoir of the craft by stephen king and find out how well you know the book. An earlier version of this quiz asked you to pick a blood splatter. A memoir of the craft is a memoir by american author stephen king that describes his experiences as a writer and his advice for aspiring writers. He admits that not even the king himself always sticks to his rulesbut trying to follow them is a good start. A series of vivid memories from adolescence, college, and the struggling years that led up to his first novel, carrie, will afford readers a fresh and often very funny perspective on the formation of a writer. Stephen king is an american author known for his supernatural fiction and scifi writing. I distrust plot for two reasons, king says in on writing.
Hes got the chops to prove it, with more than 50 books on the shelves many of them major horror favorites. Book quiz with 10 questions about author stephen king. This is a detailed quiz about stephen kings brilliant novel, it. Stephen king s vivid imagination has enabled him to sell in excess of 350 million books. Do you agree with stephen king that the desire to write always starts with a love of reading. On writing is both a textbook for writers and a memoir of stephens life and will, thus. So, if he shares his insights on writing, you listen. How much do you know about stephen king, the master of. Described in the guardian as the most remarkable storyteller in modern american literature, stephen king writes books that draw you in and are impossible to put down part memoir, part master class by one of the bestselling authors of all time, this superb volume is a revealing and practical view of the. His recent work includes the institute, elevation, the outsider, sleeping beauties cowritten with his son owen king, and the bill hodges trilogy. Every time he got a rejection letter, he put the letter on a nail on his wall. Stephen king writes a letter to his 16yearold self. Nonfiction books, e books and even graphic novels have also come from the pen of this multiaward winning author. Stephen edwin king was born in portland, maine in 1947.
Stephen king is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. Stephen king turns short story into a free webcomic. We have since updated to the more correct spatter, but worry the stain will never wash out. Stephen king creates a list of 96 books for aspiring writers. Stephen king is one of the most read authors in the world. Take this quiz to learn about the man and his outlook on the craft. Stephen king quiz all about the books, the author, movies and screenplays. Colonel sanders sold a hell of a lot of fried chicken, but im not sure anyone wants to know how he made it. Rate 5 stars rate 4 stars rate 3 stars rate 2 stars rate 1 star.
I did that because back in the early days of my career there was a feeling in the publishing business that one book a year was all the public would accept but i think that a number of writers have disproved that by now. If youre a fan of stephen king, chances are one of his few really great books that youve missed was his nonfictional on writing. Stanley kubricks annotated copy of stephen kings the shining. Please note that quizzes on individual short stories or novellas will be under the title of the book they came out in the body is under different seasons, for. Stephen king quotes quotable quote there are books full of great writing that dont have very good stories. Stephen kings books have sold over 350 million copies. Over his decadesspanning career, stephen king has written an astounding 54 novels that have sold over 350 million copies. Im one of them and the guy who writes the along came the spider b. When i was young i was infatuated with the book misery. Josh jones is a writer and musician based in durham, nc. His books are guaranteed to have you turning the pages all night longbut be careful, because theyre also bound to.
Youve watched a youtube video or two in an attempt to learn how to play a song on the guitar. Oct 01, 2000 in our final extract from his new book, on writing, stephen king reveals six key rules for writing a bestseller. Sep 06, 2019 stephen king is a flybytheseatofhispants kind of writer. Stephen king creates a list of 82 books for aspiring. In his book on writing, he argues that he can tell which books have been outlined because they feel somewhat stale. My primary writing project during the past year has been to write a memoir. If you think you are up to the challenge to answer questions on. All of the best stephen king books, ranked as the greatest living master of both jump scares and slowcreeping dread, stephen king has reshaped an entire genre in the image of his imagination. Jul 06, 2017 stephen king is an american author known for his supernatural fiction and scifi writing. In 2010, scribner republished the memoir as a 10th anniversary edition, which also featured. King recalls a dream that led him to the writing of his book misery. Stephen king is an alltime great, arguably one of the most popular novelists the world has ever seen. King has published 63 novels, including seven under.
On writing begins with a mesmerizing account of kings childhood and his uncannily early focus on writing to tell a story. Known best for his horror and suspense books, classics like carrie and the shining, the 70yearold author has been dubbed the king of horror. Play and see how much you know about the master of the macabre. Stephen kings vivid imagination has enabled him to sell in excess of 350 million books. Stephen king is one of the most prolific authors alive, known for writing horror, fantasy, and psychological thrillers. Stephen king has given writers a lot to think about these past few years in his numerous interviews and in his statement of craft, on writing. Ten things i learned about writing from stephen king. Learn stephen king with free interactive flashcards. A memoir of the craft quiz stephen king this study guide consists of approximately 30 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of on writing. If you think you are up to the challenge to answer questions on him and his work, take up the quiz and find out. How did some of kings most famous supernatural tales form.
The following is a complete list of books published by stephen king, an american author of contemporary horror, suspense, science fiction, and fantasy. He feels some of the rules are a little over the top. Nonfiction books, ebooks and even graphic novels have also come from the pen of this multiaward winning author. Choose from 382 different sets of stephen king flashcards on quizlet. King doesnt read in order to study the craft but believes that there is a learning process going on when he reads. With nearly 100 books to his name, the task of choosing one to read can be daunting, so im here to take the guesswork out for you. Aug 10, 2018 which stephen king book should you read first. On writing trivia quizzes in our literature category. King has published 63 novels, including seven under the pen name richard bachman, and five nonfiction. Play sporcle s virtual live trivia to have fun, connect with people, and get your trivia on.
Jul 06, 2010 my primary writing project during the past year has been to write a memoir. His work has been adapted into films, miniseries, television shows, comic books, video games, and more. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. In the second afterword of on writing, stephen king provides a list of recommended books for aspiring authors. It gives the reader great insight into the authors mind and journey. Stephen kings legacy as a bestselling horrorpsychological fiction writer is attributed to his writing style.
A memoir of the craft, touches on each of these activities. It took me a while to finally pick up his memoir and start reading. In the afterword to his acclaimed guide on writing. What is the worst thing you can do to your writing. Stephen king creates a list of 96 books for aspiring. Join a live hosted trivia game for your favorite pub trivia experience done virtually. Originally published in 2000 by charles scribners sons, on writing is king s first book after he was involved in a car accident a year earlier. From the publisher in this combination of memoir and writing guide, bestselling author stephen king tells of how he came to be a writer and, in the process, explores many aspects of writing, from plot construction through some of the nuts and bolts of getting a book published. It is no wonder stephen king s writing advice is so frequently sought after. The writing style of stephen king freelancewriting.
All of the best stephen king books, ranked reedsy discovery. Stephen king started writing and submitting his short stories when he was 16. Oct 30, 2015 stephen king is an alltime great, arguably one of the most popular novelists the world has ever seen. For two generations of literary thrillseekers, his very name is synonymous with horror. Mostly general knowledge, but a few tough ones for diehard fans. Carrie, it, the stand, the shining, the gunslinger, 112263. May 30, 2017 over his decadesspanning career, stephen king has written an astounding 54 novels that have sold over 350 million copies. Mar 04, 2014 if you dont have time to read, you dont have the time or the tools to write. If you dont have time to read, you dont have the time or the tools to write.
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