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The Stephen King Companion

Author : George Beahm
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2015-10-06
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781466856684

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The Stephen King Companion by George Beahm Pdf

The Stephen King Companion is an authoritative look at horror author King's personal life and professional career, from Carrie to The Bazaar of Bad Dreams. King expert George Beahm, who has published extensively about Maine's main author, is your seasoned guide to the imaginative world of Stephen King, covering his varied and prodigious output: juvenalia, short fiction, limited edition books, bestselling novels, and film adaptations. The book is also profusely illustrated with nearly 200 photos, color illustrations by celebrated "Dark Tower" artist Michael Whelan, and black-and-white drawings by Maine artist Glenn Chadbourne. Supplemented with interviews with friends, colleagues, and mentors who knew King well, this book looks at his formative years in Durham, when he began writing fiction as a young teen, his college years in the turbulent sixties, his struggles with early poverty, working full-time as an English teacher while writing part-time, the long road to the publication of his first novel, Carrie, and the dozens of bestselling books and major screen adaptations that followed. For fans old and new, The Stephen King Companion is a comprehensive look at America's best-loved bogeyman.

The Stephen King Illustrated Companion

Author : Bev Vincent
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1454911255

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The Stephen King Illustrated Companion by Bev Vincent Pdf

With thousands of horrific pages published since the first lines of Carrie, Stephen King's gripping perennial fiction has earned him the rightful appellation 'The Master of Modern Horror'. 'The Stephen King Illustrated Companion' takes a critical look at King's most iconic works and reads between the lines to uncover the personal influences and demons as reflected in each monster, epidemic, and depraved character. Unseen family photographs, handwritten manuscript notes, and typed early drafts complete this volume. Packed with fascinating biographical details, literary interpretations, and personal memorabilia, 'The Stephen King Illustrated Companion' is a must-have addition to any true fan's library.

Stephen King

Author : Rocky Wood
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-02-10
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780786485468

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Stephen King by Rocky Wood Pdf

This companion provides a two-part introduction to best-selling author Stephen King, whose enormous popularity over the years has gained him an audience well beyond readers of horror fiction, the genre with which he is most often associated. Part I considers the reception of King’s work, the film adaptations that they gave rise to, the fictional worlds in which some of his novels are set, and the more useful approaches to King’s varied corpus. Part II consists of entries for each series, novel, story, screenplay and even poem, including works never published or produced, as well as characters and settings.

Stephen King

Author : Bev Vincent
Publisher : Epic Ink
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2022-09-13
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780760376812

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Stephen King by Bev Vincent Pdf

Explore the evolution and influences of Stephen King's body of work over his nearly 50-year career, and discover how the themes of his writing reflect the changing times and events within his life. Timed with Stephen King's 75th birthday on September 21, 2022, Stephen King features archival photos and documents from King's personal collection alongside the stories behind how his novels, novellas, short stories, and adaptations came to be. With critically acclaimed titles that have also been turned into blockbuster sensations like It and Carrie, King's work has stood the test of time across decades. This history of the writer's struggles, triumphs, bestsellers, lesser-known stories, collaborations, and more makes the perfect addition to any Stephen King fan's collection. Celebrate the beloved King of Horror with this informational and entertaining look inside King's most iconic titles and the culture they have created.

The Dark Tower Companion

Author : Bev Vincent
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-02
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780451237996

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The Dark Tower Companion by Bev Vincent Pdf

A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO STEPHEN KING'S BESTSELLING DARK TOWER SERIES. “A valuable tool for exploring the series. Both newcomers and frequent visitors to Mid-World will be informed and delighted.”—Stephen King The story of Roland Deschain of Gilead, the last gunslinger, and his lifelong quest to reach the tower and save humanity across infinite parallel worlds is one that has consumed Stephen King throughout his career as characters and concepts crossed back and forth between the series and the rest of his fictional universe. The Dark Tower Companion is the ultimate compendium to King’s evolving magnum opus, presenting the mythology, history, and geography of this epic fantasy that has captivated generations of readers. Featuring interviews with Stephen King, Ron Howard, Dark Tower expert Robin Furth and others, Bev Vincent reveals The Dark Tower’s influential literary origins, examines its connections to the vast majority of King’s other novels, explores the expanded universe, catalogs the major characters, locations and concepts, and includes a travel guide to the story’s real-world locations, giving fans who have followed Roland’s journey—or those who are discovering it for the first time—a fascinating overview of the series and an inside look at the creative process of one of the world’s most popular authors.

The Complete Stephen King Universe

Author : Stanley Wiater,Christopher Golden,Hank Wagner
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2006-05-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1429931450

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The Complete Stephen King Universe by Stanley Wiater,Christopher Golden,Hank Wagner Pdf

The myriad worlds and universes King has created are, in reality, one world, one universe. Here is the guide to that universe. The Complete Stephen King Universe is the only definitive reference work that examines all of Stephen King's novels, short stories, motion pictures, miniseries, and teleplays, and deciphers the threads that exist in all of his work. This ultimate resource includes in-depth story analyses, character breakdowns, little-known facts, and startling revelations on how the plots, themes, characters, and conflicts intertwine. After discovering The Complete Stephen King Universe, you will never read Stephen King the same way again.

Stephen King

Author : Albert Rolls
Publisher : Greenwood
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-12-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780313345722

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Stephen King by Albert Rolls Pdf

Details the life of twentieth-century American novelist Stephen King, known for his horror writing, and discusses his early writing career, personal relationships, and highlights from throughout his professional career; and includes a time line.

The Stephen King Companion

Author : George W. Beahm
Publisher : Andrews McMeel Publishing
Page : 342 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Horror tales, American
ISBN : IND:30000048037471

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The Stephen King Companion by George W. Beahm Pdf

Not a reference book, but a pretty good fan book. Covers King's career, criticism, synopses, transcriptions to film and audio. Illustrated with pictures of King, covers, movie sets. Public libraries will need gobs. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Stephen King's The Dark Tower Concordance

Author : Robin Furth
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-06
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781451695045

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Stephen King's The Dark Tower Concordance by Robin Furth Pdf

The Dark Tower is now a major motion picture starring Matthew McConaughey and Idris Elba The Dark Tower series is the backbone of Stephen King's legendary career. Eight books and more than three thousand pages make up this bestselling fantasy epic. The Complete Concordance is an entertaining and incredibly useful guide to Stephen King’s epic Dark Tower series, covering books I-VII and The Wind Through the Keyhole, and is the definitive encyclopedic reference book that provides readers with everything they need to navigate their way through the series. With hundreds of characters, Mid-World geography, High Speech lexicon, and extensive cross-references, this comprehensive handbook is essential for any Dark Tower fan. Includes: -Characters and Genealogies -Magical Objects and Forces -Mid-World and Our World Places -Portals and Magical Places -Mid-, End-, and Our World Maps -Timeline for the Dark Tower Series -Mid-World Dialects -Mid-World Rhymes, Songs, and Prayers -Political and Cultural References -References to Stephen King’s Own Work

The Stephen King Companion

Author : George Beahm
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:472524682

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Adapting Stephen King

Author : Joseph Maddrey
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021-07-21
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781476684628

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Adapting Stephen King by Joseph Maddrey Pdf

Stephen King's fiction has formed the basis of more motion picture adaptations than any other living author. Over half a century since his earliest publications, Hollywood filmmakers continue to reinvent, reimagine, remake, and reboot King's stories, with mixed results. This book, volume 1 in a series, examines the various screen adaptations of King's first three novels: Carrie, Salem's Lot, and The Shining. Reaching further than questions of fidelity to the author and adherence to directorial visions, it charts the development of each individual adaptation from first option to final cut. Through old and new interviews with the writers, producers, and directors of these films--as well as in-depth analyses of produced and unproduced screenplays--it illuminates the adaptation process as an intricately collaborative endeavor. Rather than merely synopsize the resulting stories, its goal is to compare, contrast, and contextualize each of these adaptations as the products of their creators.

Haunted Heart

Author : Lisa Rogak
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2010-01-05
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781429987974

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Haunted Heart by Lisa Rogak Pdf

A fascinating look at the life of the author who created such modern classics as Carrie, IT, and The Shining. One of the most prolific and popular authors in the world today, Stephen King has become part of pop culture history. But who is the man behind those tales of horror, grief, and the supernatural? Where do these ideas come from? And what drives him to keep writing at a breakneck pace after a thirty year career? In this unauthorized biography, Lisa Rogak reveals the troubled background and lifelong fears that inspire one of the twentieth century's most influential authors. King's origins were inauspicious at best. His impoverished childhood in rural Maine and early marriage hardly spelled out the likelihood of a blossoming literary career. But his unflagging work ethic and a ceaseless flow of ideas put him on the path to success. It came in a flash, and the side effects of sudden stardom and seemingly unlimited wealth soon threatened to destroy his work and, worse, his life. But he survived and has since continued to write at a level of originality few authors could ever hope to match. Despite his dark and disturbing work, Stephen King has become revered by critics and his countless fans as an all-American voice more akin to Mark Twain than H. P. Lovecraft. Haunted Heart chronicles his story, revealing the character of a man who has created some of the most memorable---and frightening---stories found in literature today. Stephen King on Stephen King: "I'm afraid of everything." "As a kid, I worried about my sanity a lot." "I am always interested in this idea that a lot of fiction writers write for their fathers because their fathers are gone." "Writing is an addiction for me." "I married her for her body, though she said I married her for her typewriter." "When you get into this business, they don't tell you you'll get cat bones in the mail." "You have to be a little nuts to be a writer." "There's always the urge to see somebody dead that isn't you."

The Complete Stephen King Encyclopedia

Author : Stephen J. Spignesi
Publisher : McGraw-Hill/Contemporary
Page : 804 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0809238187

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The Complete Stephen King Encyclopedia by Stephen J. Spignesi Pdf

Now fans, researchers, and collectors can have easy access to all things King with this definitive sourcebook. This one-of-a-kind encyclopedia, now in paperback, features an exhaustive 18,000-entry concordance covering the people, places, and things mentioned in King's novels and stories, as well as helpful reference guides, sidebars, and never-before-available information. 50 photographs. 20 line drawings.

The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book

Author : Brian Freeman,Bev Vincent
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2004-10
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1587671085

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The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book by Brian Freeman,Bev Vincent Pdf

The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book will be different from any other publication to come before it because the questions will be written by hundreds of Stephen King's biggest fans! Featuring 1,000 questions to test your knowledge of the King of Horror, along with dozens of special illustration-based questions from Cemetery Dance favorite artist Glenn Chadbourne, this is an amazing publication you won't want to miss! Edited by Brian Freeman (founder of StephenKingNews.com) and Bev Vincent (author of The Road To The Dark Tower and the News from the Dead Zone column in Cemetery Dance magazine), The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book will feature over FIFTY illustrations by Glenn Chadbourne and a special afterword by Michelle L. Revelle (Founder/Co-President of SKEMERs, the largest Stephen King fan group on the web). The Illustrated Stephen King Trivia Book will be published later this year and no Stephen King collection will be complete without it!

Stephen King, American Master

Author : Stephen Spignesi
Publisher : Permuted Press+ORM
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9781682616079

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Stephen King, American Master by Stephen Spignesi Pdf

Fascinating facts, trivia, and little-known details about the Master of the Macabre’s life from the “world’s leading authority on Stephen King” (Entertainment Weekly). New York Times–bestselling author Stephen Spignesi has compiled interviews, essays, and loads of facts and details about all of Stephen King’s work into this fun and informative compendium for the author’s many fans, from the casual to the fanatical! Did you know. . . ? In his early teens, Stephen King sold typed copies of his short stories at school. King originally thought his novel Pet Sematary was too frightening to publish. King’s legendary Dark Tower series took him more than 30 years to write. Thinner was the novel that revealed his “Richard Bachman” pseudonym to the world. King wrote The Eyes of the Dragon for his daughter Naomi. He has never liked Stanley Kubrick’s film version of his novel The Shining. It took him four years to write what some consider his magnum opus, IT. The 2017 film version of IT has grossed more than $700 million worldwide. In addition to novels, King has written essays, plays, screenplays, and even poetry.