The Stand
'Salem's Lot
It
Under the Dome
Well, What Next?
So Im about 40 pages from wrapping up the entire DT collection.
Having never read SK before DT (blasphemous, I know) after I take a short break and read various other authors I'll come back to his universe. I'd like to hear some suggestions on some of your favorite SK books. I have in my possesion The Talisman, which I have yet to read, so I'll probably start there. I am interested in hearing what my friends at DT Dot Com would suggest though.
Me, Skolpadda.
"As for gunslingers, Roland," Cuthbert says, "I am here. And we are the last."
When two fit, it makes you think
I got the cute one, my woman
She says, "Lovin's all I bring"
And it's her loving that's a wonderful thing.
Lovin' yes we are, it's such a wonderful thing
When two fit it makes you think
See us both in the black
She lays on me so relaxed.
-Big D and The Kids Table
OK... well, The Talisman is along a similar line to DT, a very good read...
but my fave book of ALL TIME is The Stand. There is a lot with Randall Flagg which you may find interesting.
Buddy, you think you look strong? You’re wearing a cape.
Another vote for The Stand. If you read The Talisman, follow it up with Black House.
I also really enjoyed Misery - it's a page turner, IMHO.
"People, especially children, aren't measured by their IQ. What's important about them is whether they're good or bad, and these children are bad." ~ Alan Bernard
"You needn't die happy when your day comes, but you must die satisfied, for you have lived your life from beginning to end and ka is always served." ~ Roland Deschain
The Stand for sure, its just kind of a "must read" for King
The kindness of close friends is like a warm blanket
The aforementioned Talisman is a must read.
If you want to get a little more info on the empathic vampires, I suggest you read Desperation (my all time favorite SK book) and Regulators.
Everything's Eventual - which is a collection of short stories. You'll be reaccquainted with Roland and Dinky Earnshaw...so what are you waiting for?
I would go with Salem's Lot.
Co-sign.Originally Posted by Daghain
Another vote for The Stand. If you read The Talisman, follow it up with Black House.
I also really enjoyed Misery - it's a page turner, IMHO.
I like Daghain's suggestion too.
EE is essential reading, not only because of The Dark Tower connection, but because even the non-DT element is outstanding. One of the best Stephen King collections out there, IMO.
I agree Ruthful, I enjoyed every story. Different Seasons would be my second choice for short stories. I wasn't keen on Apt Pupil though, not because it was badly written, but because the content was so disturbing.
Hear, hear!Oh, fuck it! Read 'em all.
Ask not what bears can do for you, but what you can do for bears. (razz)
When one is in agreement with bears one is always correct. (mae)
bears are back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I agree with all the above, but say that you should work your way through a collection of his short stories.
Short stories might be the best way to go, you might get burned out at reading King's longer works. I always rebooted with his short stories before hitting a novel.
so did I, Jimmy!
Buddy, you think you look strong? You’re wearing a cape.
Skeleton Crew and Night Shift are excellent palatte cleaners, imo.
I really enjoyed Night Shift
Buddy, you think you look strong? You’re wearing a cape.
Yeah, his short stories make a good start and I frequently find myself going back to them. Personally I can't choose one collection. I stand by my last statement though.
I personally am not very fond of King stories, with very few exceptions. I like them to some extent, but for me they are nothing comparing with his novels. So, after the DT I would suggest going on to 'Salem's Lot (as DT-connected), and then The Stand and It, of course!
Ask not what bears can do for you, but what you can do for bears. (razz)
When one is in agreement with bears one is always correct. (mae)
bears are back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really like Salems Lot, i think it would be a good choice
You guys are always a fountain of knowledge and a great help.
It's always appreciated!
"As for gunslingers, Roland," Cuthbert says, "I am here. And we are the last."
When two fit, it makes you think
I got the cute one, my woman
She says, "Lovin's all I bring"
And it's her loving that's a wonderful thing.
Lovin' yes we are, it's such a wonderful thing
When two fit it makes you think
See us both in the black
She lays on me so relaxed.
-Big D and The Kids Table
If you are looking to further your DT storylines then I would suggest reading The Eyes of the Dragon, The Stand and Salem's Lot. Those are three excellent books that tie into The Dark Tower.
If you are willing, I would start with Carrie, and in order of publication date, read all of King's works. It really allows you to see the development in King personally, as well as a bit of how society changed over the last 35 years.
After all, period pieces whether they be books or movies are really a reflection of the time the piece was made.
That's some damn good advice there too!
The kindness of close friends is like a warm blanket
That would quit the task Jerome, my friend. DT took me over a year to read (with other authors/books in between). I have the utmost respect for you all who have read the entire works of King. I cant find a bow smiley. So I am literally bowing to you. Believe me.
"As for gunslingers, Roland," Cuthbert says, "I am here. And we are the last."
When two fit, it makes you think
I got the cute one, my woman
She says, "Lovin's all I bring"
And it's her loving that's a wonderful thing.
Lovin' yes we are, it's such a wonderful thing
When two fit it makes you think
See us both in the black
She lays on me so relaxed.
-Big D and The Kids Table
Another thought would be to take a break from King and read the seven titles written under Bachman. Five of them are what I call "2 day reads". You could knock all of them out in a month or two of casual reading.
If you aren't ready to tackle all of his books, I think The Stand, The Shining and It should go to the top of your list.
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