Explore Stephen King's Books & More
Preorder Stephen King's new book Never Flinch online and in Barnes & Noble stores. Taking readers on a rollercoaster ride of suspenseful horror for over three decades, Stephen King has written more than sixty books. His work spans genres, including fantasy, thriller, supernatural, science fiction and more. Stephen King’s award-winning books have sold more than 350 million copies, and his characters like Carrie White, Tom Cullen, and It have entered the public lexicon of iconic fictional personalities. Some fans prefer reading Stephen King books in order, while others first dive into his scariest novels like Salem’s Lot or Pet Sematary that will certainly deliver the bone-chilling suspense his readers love .
It’s hard to decide which Stephen King books are the best, so we took a stab at ranking his novels for you. If you don't know where to start, Stephen King’s bestselling books include The Stand, It, The Institute, The Outsider, If It Bleeds, as well as his Dark Tower Series . Many of Stephen King’s biggest fans boast that they’ve read them all, but the prolific author always has a new book up his sleeve. Preorder King's reimagined retelling of Grimm's famous fairy tale, Hansel and Gretel , illustrated by Maurice Sendak up for a September 2, 2025 release.
No stranger to Hollywood, King's most famous novels quickly became hit and blockbuster horror films. Whether it’s on streaming services like Netflix or on DVD, movie adaptations of his scary books including Carrie and The Shining are still Halloween night staples in homes across America. Stephen King’s It was his highest-grossing blockbuster worldwide, and It: Chapter 2 followed close behind. King’s writing is reflected in the popular horror film, Misery , as well as the heart-breaking movie, The Shawshank Redemption. Browse our selection of Stephen King’s movies and TV shows on DVD & Blue ray at Barnes & Noble.
What is Stephen King’s first book?
Carrie, the horror story of a teenage girl with telekinesis is Stephen King’s first novel, published in 1974. The popular book was turned into a four-movie franchise by the same name.
What is Stephen King’s number one book?
It is tough to decide whether It or The Shining is Stephen King’s number one book. Both are considered some of Stephen King’s scariest novels and became hit horror movies enjoyed through generations of frightened fans.
What is Stephen King’s newest book?
Discover, Never Flinch, one of the newest books from the King of Horror available for preorder now and up for a May 27, 2025 release.
What is Stephen King’s movie, The Boogieman, based on?
Stephen King’s 2023 film, The Boogieman, is based on a short story from King’s 1978 story collection, Night Shift.
List of 13 Bestselling Stephen King Books to Read in 2025
Never Flinch Holly Fairy Tale Night Shift The Outsider It The Institute Sleeping Beauties The Shining 11/22/63: A Novel Misery On Writing Pet Sematary
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