Stephen King’s Favorite Books of All Time: A Curated List

When Stephen King enlists his favorite books, we know that the ‘King’ of literature has recommended only literary gems. No questions asked!

Let us go through the curated list of books that are a must-read.

Lonesome Dove- Larry McMurtry (Published: 1985)

The Lonesome Dove is set in Old West and predominantly revolves around retired Texas Rangers driving cattle to Montana. The author explores the themes of love, friendship, old age and death.

Ghost Story – Peter Straub (Published: 1979)

One of Peter Straub’s notable works, ‘Ghost Story‘ is a horror novel that has received immense love from the readers. A group of old men gather to share stories from their haunted past. Little do they know that they will be haunted by these very ghosts in their present lives.

In Dubious Battle – John Steinbeck (Published: 1936)

Loosely inspired by the clash of the peach and cotton strikes in California in 1933, In Dubious Battle strongly talks about the power battle between the rich and the poor.

The World According to Garp – John Irving (Published: 1978)

This is a bold and opinionated tale ahead of its time. Set in New England, the story captures every stage of the life of TS Garp and his single mother, who is radically feminist. The book captures various unconventional themes like shattering gender roles in careers and families, sexual infidelity, violence, death, and a constant struggle to rise to fame.

The Land That Time Forgot – Edgar Rice Burroughs (Published: 1924)

Edgar Rice Burroughs, the author of the original ‘Tarzan’ book, has successfully managed to continue his charm with this science fiction and adventure-filled novel. ‘The Land That Time Forgot‘ is the first of the Caspak trilogy. A group of people end up on an unknown and bizarre island after their ship was by a German submarine during World War I. Little do they know that time has stopped on this island. Terrifying and eccentric creatures await to haunt their lives.

Whipple’s Castle – Thomas Williams (Published: 1968)

Set in New Hampshire, this is a fictional story of the Whipple family living through their struggles and worries of a small-town life. Although the story is slow-paced, readers will find themselves deeply attached to the characters and experience their lives through this fictional drama set in the 1940s.