Today is the day that Stephen King: His Life, Work, and Influences (Young Readers’ Edition) is unleashed upon the world. It’s available in paperback wherever books are sold and there’s also a Kindle edition.
(It’s always nice to get a signal boost from Steve)
As mentioned above, I’ll be appearing at Village Books in The Woodlands on Sunday afternoon, and you can order signed/personalized copies of the book from them for delivery, too. Be sure to specify how you would like the book personalized when you place your order. By ordering online, you’ll also be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a prize bundle consisting of:
- One of my chapbooks
- A pair of Pennywise socks
- A vintage-style keychain to a room at the Overlook Hotel
- And a foam axe (for getting out of said room)
What are people saying about the book? Very kind things!
An excellent book that will be, in short, catnip for King enthusiasts. — Michael Cart (Booklist)
Fans of Stephen King or those who simply want to learn more about him, will find a treasure chest of information and insights in these pages and that in an engaging way. — Bookworm for Kids
The author does an excellent job not only delving into King’s life but connecting life experiences that sparked ideas and even made their way into various novels over the years. — Sunhusky’s Daisy Reads
I know – without a shadow of a doubt – I would have loved this book even more had I been a young reader looking for a gateway into the world of Stephen King. — David Taylor
Packed full of exclusive photos, the Young Readers’ Edition is the ultimate book for any reader who wants to go past the stories and novels and learn more about Stephen King, which includes King’s latest works up to 2024 and the most recent events in his life, which is a plus for any fan. — Anthony W. Northrup.
This book is a brilliant read and a must-read for Stephen King fans. He is decidedly the king of horror. The book talks about his journey, childhood, struggles, influences, success and works. His story is so well narrated that it’s unputdownable. The pictures are like cherries on the top. — Kruthika P
This may be targeted for younger readers but I think any Stephen King fan would love to add this to their collection. The photos and Stephen King’s history were very enjoyable to read. — Naomi D
If this is not one of the best books written about King and his influences, then I know nothing about storytelling. — Reviewer 1394760
I highly recommend this book for all fans of Stephen King. I also recommend it for readers who think they are not fans of Stephen King as well as they will see that while King is famous for writing horror, there are plenty of non-horror books to choose from; in fact they might serve as the gateway into a new appreciation and love for the Stephen King horror genre! — Christina B
And here’s the publisher’s description:
A thrilling visual companion curated for young adults voraciously reading their way through Stephen King’s colossal corpus of creepy books.
For many young readers, when the last page of Goosebumps is turned, the first chapter of Pet Sematary begins, and a world of terror crafted by Stephen King is revealed. His novels are as fascinating as his life, and in this ultimate illustrated guidebook, young readers explore the cultural phenomenon and legacy of the King of Horror.
From scare-seeking child to impoverished university student to struggling schoolteacher to one of the best-selling—and most recognizable—authors of all time, this engrossing book reveals the evolution and influences of Stephen King’s body of work over his nearly 50-year career, and how the themes of his writing reflect the changing times and events within his life.
With tons of photos, approachable bite-size sections, and gripping details to captivate young readers, the book features:
- An extensive look into Stephen King’s books, short stories, writings, movies, series, and other adaptations ideal for the young reader to review.
- Exclusive memorabilia from Stephen King, including personal and professional correspondences, handwritten manuscript pages, book covers, movie stills, and a never-before-seen excerpts from his poems.
- Personal insights and observations such as real-life settings that inspired King’s writing, the editor who discovered him, his life as a Boston Red Sox fan, and the many awards and honors he has received.
- Motivating quotes from King from interviews over the decades.
“My childhood was pretty ordinary, except from a very early age I wanted to be scared…there was a radio program at the time called Dimension X, and my mother didn’t want me to listen to that because she felt it was too scary for me, so I would creep out of bed and go to the bedroom door and crack it open. And she loved it, so apparently, I got it from her, but I would listen at the door and then when the program was over, I’d go back to bed and quake.” —Stephen King
Young adults will covet this comprehensive yet accessible reference to their favorite horror author.
