Love Stephen King so much. You've convinced me to read 11/22/63 honestly. This list was perfect. You definitely don't talk too much! Came from Tiktok so it's nice hearing you go more into depth about the books!
The Stand was the first Stephen King I’ve read - so good - one of those books where you are exhausted (in a good way) by the end. Thanks for reminding me that I want to read Fairytale.
I'm very glad you started a channel for longer form videos! Enjoying all your content so much. I've only read a couple King books, but I thoroughly enjoyed both. I read Misery and Dolores Clairborne! They both were fantastic. You're definitely making me want to pick up more in 2024.
You actually inspired me to read The Stand!! I read it (with the help of an audiobook) in a week. I’m still new in the world of Stephen King, but I wanted that challenge, and it was so worth it
11/22/63 honestly became my favorite book as soon as I read it. Finished it last november. I still think about it weekly and cannot give it enough praise. I thought it was so profound and heartwrenching. Definitely a deserved number 1.
I own every Stephen king novel myself and admire his creativity and world building skills. And 11/22/63 is my favorite king book as well. In fact it’s still my favorite book, period. Just love the incredibly thick and authentic world amidst a thoroughly interesting plot. You feel sucked into this world of past decades and almost living it yourself, just an absolute master piece. Beyond the shadow of any doubt one of the best books ever written. Gosh I love this book!!!!
Picking my first book by Stephen King I went out on a limb and picked 11/22/63 solely because of the brief premise I read online (I’m also fascinated with the history of the Kennedys) Admittedly I’m just 100 pages in up until this point and I’ve been enjoying it from the jump. Seeing this list and your summary of the book, it’s gotten me infinitely more excited!
It is,, indeed,, a very good novel: my personal theory is that the dude has written so many truly great novels, published so many great books...that there could feasibly BE any number of books in a top 10 and be correct.
@@bernabefernandeztouceda7315I would take The Tommyknockers into my bomb-shelter, and leave behind "The Stand," outside for the lingerers to read. I really don't believe Stephen thinks The Tommyknockers is one of his worst books, he just says this to appease the naysayers.
@@Derpsman2021 I think King himself damaged the reputation of the Knockers forever lol. The author is the worst judge of his own works, that's for sure. He was in a bad place when he wrote, so... The novel is maybe too emotional and he regrets it. But people need to read thing by themselves and trust nobody's opinion
I loved this, thank you for sharing! I collect SK booked and I'm currently 70 pages in to pet cemetery and I already know I'm going to love it. Misery is my top so far but I've only read about 4 in total... a fun journey ahead for me
Love 11/22/63. Only Stephen king book I have fully read. Gonna start get back into reading. Just bought 4 king books tonight and will start reading the shining tomorrow. Can’t wait to dive into the wonderful world of Stephen king.
Love your list. I just started watching your videos and now I'm hooked. My two books: East of Eden, Prince of Tides I've never read Stephen King. I have to get out there and get one. Thanks so much for all of this. Yes, your energy and friendliness are infectious. Even the hat works.
Love your description of Pet Sematary, I felt the same way once I finished the book It. Literally sat there for a good 5 minutes and had that same exact thought, “i think this is my favorite author and my life has slightly changed”
I read 11 2263 mostly because I kept seeing you talk about it on TikTok. And wow, I finished it in about five days. Every spare moment I had was spent reading it. I’m a big baby so I spent the last 45 minutes reading and crying. As soon as I finished it, I wanted to read it again. King is really just one of the greatest.
Halloo and Greetings from Germany.. I read about 50 King Books so far and today my Top Ten is this: 1 Dolores Claiborne 2 The Shining 3 Misery 4 IT 5 Different Seasons 6 Night Shift 7 Needful Things 8 Salems Lot 9 Gerald’s Game 10 Bag of Bones Have a nice day and wonderful Christmas Days! 🙋🏻♀️😊🎅🏼🎄🍀
I’m primarily a fantasy reader and took a break from the massive Wheel of Time series to read Stephen King this fall. this morning I finished Pet Sematary. So far it’s my favorite SK book. Barley beating out Misery. I’ve got The Stand, The Shining, and IT on my radar. Love your channel dude. You honestly inspired me to start my own booktube channel back in July. You have a welcoming and conversational vibe that we normally don’t have here on UA-cam.
Finally! Somebody who has the long walk in there top ten!! This is my favorite Stephen King book and the second book I read, I’m so excited to see this book get appreciated!
Yes yes. Also the first time I've seen anyone put the long walk in their top 10. It is most definitely one of my favorite King books and overall favorite books. I've read it twice now. And I'm sure a third read will be in my future at some point
I just got back into reading this year and have read about 40 books! I have read 2 Stephen King Books, 11/22/63 and The Mist. 11/22/63 is by far my favorite book I've read this year, I plan on rereading it eventually. The Stand is on my list to start in early 2024. I have audiobooked The Green Mile and Misery and both were absolutely fantastic. 11/22/63 is by far my all time favorite book at this point, and I don't think it will be beat out any time soon.
When you said Hamilton at the beginning intro I was like wait WHAT. A fellow Canadian. Better yet Ontario-in?! Hello friend! Love your channel. Happy reading 😊
My top 8 Stephen King books are as follows. 1. It 2. The Shining 3. Night Shift 3. Pet Semetery 4. Needful Things ( hilarious imo) 5. Skeleton Crew 6. Four Past Midnight 7. Salem's Lot 8. Cujo My bottom 8 are 1. The Talisman 2. Carrie 3. Duma Key 4. Rose Matter 5. Misery 6. Holly 7. Fairy Tale 8. Eye of the Dragon I don't hate any of them. They're just my least favorite. I haven't read the others yet but I'm working on it. Especially The Stand.
I'm turning 61 this month, and have been reading King since high school ( my first was THE SHINING purely because of the Kubrick tie-in cover, and that one clobbered me so hard, I went back and read CARRIE, and carried on. ), and bought every single one until IT...and at that point, I was sort of burned out on Stephen, so let the next few slip by. Tried to get back into him with that one about the town covered by a dome, and couldn't do it. Somehow, I was Kinged out. I can't put them in order, since I loved them all, but the one I read until it fell apart was DANSE MACABRE, since it was almost literally like sitting down with Stevie and geeking about the things I love, and who wouldn't want to do that??? I truly hope he does a second volume, but as time passes, the chances of that have become almost too small to see.
The only Stephen King book that I've read was Fairy Tale and I really enjoyed it. I really want to get into King books, but I'm not the type that enjoys horror flicks or stories (because I'm a wimp) so I'm really hesitant. I feel like I'm missing out on some really great books, esp Pet Sematary. 11/22/63 doesn't sound scary though, so I'm definitely super interested. Thanks for all the recs! I just discovered your channel from your top 10 books video and I'm loving your style! Can't wait to binge more hehe
I think I’ve loved Stephen King’s works for the majority of my life, I grew up watching his movie adaptations and they really made me fall in love with the horror genre. Despite that, before last year I’d only read maybe three or four of his books, but I decided to set myself a challenge to read all of King’s books in 2023 and wow, talk about a challenge! I think I have a pretty solid top 10, I would be pressed to change any of them. 1. Pet Sematary 2. The Shining 3. The Stand 4. IT 5. Misery 6. Under The Dome 7. 11/22/63 8. Cujo 9. Needful Things 10. Christine I would highly recommend reading some of his smaller books, like The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon or Gwendy’s Button Box or Joyland!
The Long Walk has been one that has stuck with me since I read it as a kid. I just re read it and was thinking I'd love to see it as a movie. As of last month they are finally moving forward with a film adaptation. Can't wait!
I feel like I have a lot of recency bias with Stephen King books. I finished The Stand last month and was blown away but thinking back 11/22/63 left me with a similar feeling. If I remember correctly there is a brief crossover reference in 11/22/63 that describes Randall Flagg. I only realized this after reading The Stand. Having read Eyes of The Dragon before The Stand, you may have an interesting insight on some characters. I'd love to know your thoughts on The Stand once you're finished. I read Eyes of the Dragon after The Stand and felt that may have been the wrong order. Anyway...I'm autistic, thank you for the calm video.
I have collected a few recommended lists for the reading order of the Dark Tower series. Your comment got me checking. You are correct. Several had the Stand before Eyes of the Dragon. AND several stated to read EOTD first. Guess it evens out. Having your helpful comment . . . think I'll read EOTD first. (When I get to that section of order recs). Thanks for the good catch!
im just dipping my toes into stephen king, just bought the shining, dr sleep, salems lot and 11/22/63 to start me off. I've seen every single one of his adapted movies too many times to count so i never thought i should read the books but im glad to hear you say the shining was better than the movie, im excited!
It is my favourite Stephen king book so far. I haven't read enough of them to make a top 10 list, but It made me want to read more of his books and brought me here. I have misery as my next book to read. I did read 11/22/63 and I thought it was good, but It was better, in my opinion. I've added a lot more to my wishlist after watching this video. Can't wait to get them 😊
Great video mate. I’ve also did the journey for The Shining then instantly read Doctor sleep after. I did watch the movie for The Shining in between and enjoyed it. Highly recommend
Great list! I've been reading him since the early '80s, and the great thing about King is that his body of work is so huge, we can come at it from a lot of different angles. Here are my top 10: 1. The Stand (which I re-read every 5 years or so) 2. Different Seasons (4 novellas, inc Shawshank and The Body) 3. It (had a hard time washing my hands for a while!) 4. The Green Mile 5. Fairy Tale 6. Christine (my first King--the "my life just changed" book) 7. The Dark Tower 8. The Eyes of the Dragon 9. The Shining 10. Carrie
Really glad to see some Doctor Sleep love, fantastic sequel I LOVED it. The film is absolutely phenomenal as well, I highly recommend. The Stand is my favourite King book of all time, but 11/22/63 isn't far off. Nothing hits like King.
I agree totally with you on the first spot and its ending being out of the world.The line someone you knew in another life honey breaks me everytime.King at his best for sure
I subscribed as soon as I saw 11/22/63. We have similar tastes....with that being said I enjoy the thought of The Stand joining this list without knowing if you finished it!
Hey Nick! Thanks for your videos. Loving them all! I’ll leave my top ten King’s book: 10. Duma Key 9. Salem’s Lot 8. From a Buick 8 7. Full Dark, No Stars 6. It 5. The Green Mile 4. On Writing 3. Pet Sematary 2. 22/11/1963 1. The Dead Zone
Mine are IT 11/22/63 Green mile The long Walk I have only read these four and two other king books. But I would consider them in my top books not just a king but of all time. Can’t wait to read more of his stuff.
Good list. My personal favourite Stephen King books are Pet Sematary, Gerald's Game, & Salem's Lot. I have fond memories of watching the 70s miniseries adaptation of Salem's Lot with my family when I was a kid, & then reading Gerald's Game as a teenager, & being really creeped out by it, so those two books hold a special place in my heart.
Also for three cool and vintage editions of Carrie, Salem’s Lot, and the Shining…Barnes and Noble sells that trilogy with new covers that I think are worth adding to your collection!
Hi Nick, i have read almost all of Stephen King's books. But i read them all as they were published (I'm old). I remember running to the book store everyime a new one came out. I would finish them quickly and then the waiting for a new one would kill me. I have been a lifelong reader but Stephen King is my favorite aurhor. I hope you comtinue to read his work, I cant wait to hear your thoughts on The Stand. The Stand is #1 on my best books of a lifetime list. 1 The Stand 2 The Shinning 3. Salem's Lot 4. Carrie 5. Fairy Tale Enjoy! Donna
This video is #1 in my top ten "Top 10 favorite Stephen King books" videos 🙃 If you plan to watch the Pet Sem movie, I can't recommend enough the original from the 80's, it's a classic. (The 2017 remake isn't bad, even though it deviated a lot from the book)
I have ~50 Stephen king books, and I'm a big fan of his short stories (Langoliers and the Jaunt are absolutely favourites), as well as his longer ones (IT and the Stand). Definitely recommend Needful Things if you love Salem's Lot!
Can you make a video about how reading has changed your life. I go in and out of reading, especially after life events like moving or getting a new job where I'm thrown out of a routine. I've just gotten back in and in a way you were a catalyst to that so I thank you. Personally, when I'm reading I feel my ability to focus improve, mental clarity, and its also just a lot of fun to have a book to escape to.
Very nice list! My top 5 are 1. 11/22/63 2. The Green Mile 3. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank redemption (i know its a novella but still counts for me) 4. The Drawing of the Three 5. Pet Sematary Ive only read about 10 of his works so far though.
I’ve only completed two Stephen King novels so far -relatively new to the fandom- and I still cannot choose which I like mode. Salem’s Lot - My first and it terrified me The Shining - Made me cry a lot at the end
I haven't read *too* many SK books but my top 5 have to be Christine, Misery, The Shining, Pet Sematary, and IT. Doctor Sleep is also a close 6 or 7 I reckon. Just bought The Eyes of the Dragon whilst watching bc now I'm excited lol
Surprised to learn that you didn't grow up in the local library stacks! Absolutely love Tommyknockers and Needful Things;so enjoy your enthusiasm and content!
Pet Sematary is my favorite Stephen King book of all time because it was my first book I ever had. I actually saw the movie before I read the book, I plan on getting more books by him.
Hiya, constant reader since 1976...nice list, good thoughts...keep on reading Honorable mention: The Mist 10) The Stand (uncut) - its the end of the world as we know it...and I feel... 9) The Dead Zone - such an autumnal tale...so very prescient to our current political predicaments 8) 11/22/63 - an amazing journey 7) The Talisman - just a flat out amazing adventure cowritten by two of my absolute most favorite authors 6) The Green Mile - an intricate weave a real drama and real horror with a touch of something special: the saddest, most heartwrenching tale, too 5) The Long Walk - who would believe a book about a bunch of kids just...walking could be such a tense,, highly emotional ride... 4) The Drawing of the Three - hyper creative questing featuring weird, new dangers at every turn 3) The Wastelands - the singular most I can't believe he just die that adventuring...this story goes some wild places 2) Wizard & Glass - maybe his most exquisite storytelling ever 1) 'Salems Lot - hits every note perfectly; read a review, backinnaday, where the reviewer said it was the book equivalent of the best, most perfect horror movie ever...it does that for me
The :Long Walk is most amazing! The Talisman, The Girl who Loved tom Gordon! Insomnia is a tough read but well worth it in the end! and of course Mr Mercedes
I’m currently reading the Shining after many years since I read a King. I’m in my 40’s and 100% read Misery and I think another couple in my teens. I’m wanting to read Dr. Sleep next. And from this and a couple of other vids , the Stand.
1. Cell 2. From a Buick 8 3. Cycle of the Werewolf 4. Roadwork 5. The Regulators 6. Song of Susannah 7. Elevation 8. Colorado Kid 9. Rose Madder 10 Dreamcatcher
Interesting list and a good one. If you haven't read Duma Key I highly recommend it. Also, I consider Wizard and Glass my personal favorite Fantasy novel and a top 5 King novel. You're in for a treat.
The only Stephen King book I ever attempted to read, until recently was Salem's Lot. I did so, on the back of watching the T.V. Mini Series, which I _still_ have on DVD. But, I couldn't get on with the book at all. However recently, another BookTuber recommended The Stand and I loved it and, on your recommendation, I've just finished 11/22/63 and loved it even _more!_ It literally had me "welling up," by the end. I've just started watching the T.V. adaptation with James Franco, on Prime Video. I did remember starting to watch it, a few years back, but can't remember why I abandoned it! After finishing another book from Armisted Maupin's Tales of The City (I need some light relief) I'm going to tackle Swan Song, also a recommendation, before giving Salem's Lot another go! 😉😉
Favorites in Order: 1) 11/22/63 (also favorite book of all time) 2) The Dead Zone 3) Pet Semetary 4) The Shining 5) Dolores Claiborne 6) IT 7) The Talisman 8) Revival 9) Christine 10) The Dark Half
I'm really surprised to see the long walk here, it's actually the first Stephen King book I read and I liked a lot except maybe for the ending, Iove your content keep it going
I’m not super well-read when it comes to Stephen King, but I’ve read the novellas; Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, The Body, and Apt Pupil (all of which were adapted to film), and enjoyed each of them. After watching your video, 11/22/63 might have to go on the list! I’m digging your videos - can’t wait for the next one!
Such an inspirational video! I've been following your Instagram along with CJ Talks Books and learnt of your new channel here from there. Misery and 'Salems Lot are on my list for 2024!
Glad I clicked on your video, I like your insights and personality. I'm with you, I don't get why people hate on Stephen King's endings. Only a few books/stories had endings I thought could be stronger, usually I really appreciate his endings. The Long Walk was the first novel of his I ever read. I was either in 8th or 9th grade and I loved it so much. Speaking of great endings, that one stuck in my mind for weeks after finishing the last page. I want to reread it soon, but the crazy thing is even though it's been over ten years I still remember just about everything from the book. "It" is fantastic. I can't believe when I first finished it I saw it as just good. I remember thinking that it could have been shorter, some scenes didn't need to be as long or even in there, and all this other stuff. Yet two or so years later (whenever it was I read it) I still remember so many of the scenes and how vivid King's prose was and still think about the themes. So for me, "It" is a case where I grew to appreciate it so much more the more time I contemplated it. It went from like a solid 3 out of 5 to like a 4.5 out of 5 for me. The Talisman didn't really hit for me. I thought it was okay. Maybe I'll like it better on a reread. I did listen to it on audiobook too and the narrator had some odd choices for how he executed it here and there so when I reread it I'll do it properly with the actual physical book. The 1989 Pet Sematary movie in my opinion goes back and forth from genuinely great to horribly cheesy. Especially some of the FX (the face in the sky tho lmfao). And the actor who played Louis Creed seemed like he wasn't even awake the entire production lol. Still an entertaining movie, and the screenplay is great (King himself wrote it of course). Would love to hear your thoughts when you watch it. You mentioned you studied film in school so I'd love to hear your takes on the movie. I also hope you love The Stand! Would love to hear your thoughts on it when you're done. It's such a phenomenal novel.
I have only read 7 Stephen King books. I'm way behind! I'm working on it, but I read so many other books of all genres, so I read them as I get to them. My ranking will be odd, as I have found I loved a few that people generally rank lower. I got to about page 230 before I gave up on IT. I just kept finding myself going "OMG get to the point dude"! I may try again, but it was a chore and I honestly wasn't enjoying it AT ALL. Here's my ranking of the 7 I've read. I enjoyed them all actually. They go from enjoyed to LOVED. 7. Doctor Sleep 6. Salem's Lot 5. The Shining 4. Pet Sematary 3. Mr. Mercedes 2. Cell 1. Misery
My Top 5 King books are:- IT. Christine. Salems Lot. The Shining. Night Shift (in order from 1-5) Two of his recent books would be on Top 10 The Institute & Billy Summers as would The Wastelands, Mr Mercedes and The Stand. Thanks for your current Top 10 😎👍🏻
Thanks for always cranking out content. Here’s my rankings on my King journey thus far: 1 - It 2 - 11/22/63 3 - The Stand 4 - The Shining 5 - ‘Salem’s Lot 6 - Firestarter 7 - The Dead Zone 8 - Night Shift 9 - Skeleton Crew 10 - On Writing 11 - Christine 12 - Dolores Claiborne 13 - The Talisman 14 - The Eyes of the Dragon 15 - The Colorado Kid
I have listened to most of King's works. My maybe top 5 not in any order list is: Different Seasons, Wizards and Glass, Drawing of the Three, Duma Key and On Writing.
Great, great video. I for sure love his books. I own more than ive read lol. As of now id have to say Needful Things is my fav. It passed IT and The Dead Zone. I was gonna read The Stand last year but it didnt happen. Unfortunately being dipolar interferes with my concentration so reading slumps can last for a year or two. BUT ive been doing well so far this year so fingers crossed i can get to more of his books. (I broke down a bought a beautiful edition of The Stand from Books-a-Million last nov but plan to read my thrifted copy.) I cant wait to read some of your favs.
Thank you. We are indeed friends. I love this list. The Stand changed the way I feel about books and reading. Found your channel today, keep going. Feel at home.
I've only read 3 and my favorite so far is Hearts in Atlantis. I love the characters and music. Insomnia and then Duma Key. They've all grabbed my heart. I'm on Gunslinger now.
I've only read a handful of King's novels, but many are on my TBR shelf (It, The Stand, The Shining). My top three are: 1) 11.22.63 (One of most enjoyable reads of the last 10 years for me. I felt like a kid again, reading an exciting adventure under the covers) 2) The Green Mile (read it when it came out in serialized form and was like watching a TV show you could discuss with friends-such fun) 3) Misery (thank god they changed THAT scene in the movie!) Least favorite: Duma Key (would make a great 200 page novel) and Cujo.
I haven't read to many Stephen King books yet, especially his longer ones. Trying to work up to them. 😊 However, out of the ones I have read, my fav list would be: 1. The Green Mile 2. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption Novella 3. The Shining 4. The Outsider
Great list and video! 11/22/63 is, without a doubt, my favorite Stephen King book as well. My top ten would be: 1. 11/22/63 2. Wizard & Glass (can I put the Dark Tower series as a whole?) 3. Dolores Claiborne 4. The Long Walk 5. It 6. Under The Dome 7. Doctor Sleep 8. Bag Of Bones 9. The Institute 10. Different Seasons I should note that I still haven’t read The Stand, Misery, or Pet Semetary. I know it’s sacrilege to not include The Shining, but I think having read it after reading so many other books of his and seeing the movie so many times affected my opinion. Take care and great videos!!
Love Stephen King so much. You've convinced me to read 11/22/63 honestly. This list was perfect. You definitely don't talk too much! Came from Tiktok so it's nice hearing you go more into depth about the books!
How was it?
The Stand was the first Stephen King I’ve read - so good - one of those books where you are exhausted (in a good way) by the end. Thanks for reminding me that I want to read Fairytale.
I'm very glad you started a channel for longer form videos! Enjoying all your content so much. I've only read a couple King books, but I thoroughly enjoyed both. I read Misery and Dolores Clairborne! They both were fantastic. You're definitely making me want to pick up more in 2024.
Hey thanks so much!! Hoping you do indeed pick up some more king in the new year!
You actually inspired me to read The Stand!! I read it (with the help of an audiobook) in a week. I’m still new in the world of Stephen King, but I wanted that challenge, and it was so worth it
Same! I read Billy Summers in early Jan and decided I may as well go for the big one! Finished The Stand last night and loved it.
11/22/63 honestly became my favorite book as soon as I read it. Finished it last november. I still think about it weekly and cannot give it enough praise. I thought it was so profound and heartwrenching. Definitely a deserved number 1.
I own every Stephen king novel myself and admire his creativity and world building skills. And 11/22/63 is my favorite king book as well. In fact it’s still my favorite book, period. Just love the incredibly thick and authentic world amidst a thoroughly interesting plot. You feel sucked into this world of past decades and almost living it yourself, just an absolute master piece. Beyond the shadow of any doubt one of the best books ever written. Gosh I love this book!!!!
Picking my first book by Stephen King I went out on a limb and picked 11/22/63 solely because of the brief premise I read online (I’m also fascinated with the history of the Kennedys) Admittedly I’m just 100 pages in up until this point and I’ve been enjoying it from the jump. Seeing this list and your summary of the book, it’s gotten me infinitely more excited!
youre the type of person to have a million subscribers, glad to say ive been here even before the channel started
🥹thanks man
Nobody talks about Bachman's ''Thinner'', another short and great read. I recommend it.
yes, I loved Thinner!!
It is,, indeed,, a very good novel: my personal theory is that the dude has written so many truly great novels, published so many great books...that there could feasibly BE any number of books in a top 10 and be correct.
Thinner is one of those overlooked King books, just like Bag of Bones or The Tommyknockers
@@bernabefernandeztouceda7315I would take The Tommyknockers into my bomb-shelter, and leave behind "The Stand," outside for the lingerers to read. I really don't believe Stephen thinks The Tommyknockers is one of his worst books, he just says this to appease the naysayers.
@@Derpsman2021 I think King himself damaged the reputation of the Knockers forever lol. The author is the worst judge of his own works, that's for sure. He was in a bad place when he wrote, so... The novel is maybe too emotional and he regrets it. But people need to read thing by themselves and trust nobody's opinion
I love how you make little jokes to yourself/us then pause for effect and chuckle lol great reviews!!! Keep it up
I loved this, thank you for sharing! I collect SK booked and I'm currently 70 pages in to pet cemetery and I already know I'm going to love it. Misery is my top so far but I've only read about 4 in total... a fun journey ahead for me
Great video! Made me pick up Pet Semetary from my TBR pile :)
Love 11/22/63. Only Stephen king book I have fully read. Gonna start get back into reading. Just bought 4 king books tonight and will start reading the shining tomorrow. Can’t wait to dive into the wonderful world of Stephen king.
The Long Walk was the very first Stephen King book I read, and it remains one of my favorites! 💛
I absoloutely LOVE your content and am so happy that you joined youtube! i get so excited when i can add more books to my tbr thanks to you.
Love your list. I just started watching your videos and now I'm hooked. My two books:
East of Eden,
Prince of Tides
I've never read Stephen King. I have to get out there and get one. Thanks so much for all of this. Yes, your energy and friendliness are infectious. Even the hat works.
Love the videos (and the talking), so nice to have you here on youtube as well as tiktok :)
Love your description of Pet Sematary, I felt the same way once I finished the book It. Literally sat there for a good 5 minutes and had that same exact thought, “i think this is my favorite author and my life has slightly changed”
I read 11 2263 mostly because I kept seeing you talk about it on TikTok. And wow, I finished it in about five days. Every spare moment I had was spent reading it. I’m a big baby so I spent the last 45 minutes reading and crying. As soon as I finished it, I wanted to read it again. King is really just one of the greatest.
Halloo and Greetings from Germany.. I read about 50 King Books so far and today my Top Ten is this:
1 Dolores Claiborne
2 The Shining
3 Misery
4 IT
5 Different Seasons
6 Night Shift
7 Needful Things
8 Salems Lot
9 Gerald’s Game
10 Bag of Bones
Have a nice day and wonderful Christmas Days! 🙋🏻♀️😊🎅🏼🎄🍀
Bag of Bones!! So underrated
I’m primarily a fantasy reader and took a break from the massive Wheel of Time series to read Stephen King this fall. this morning I finished Pet Sematary. So far it’s my favorite SK book. Barley beating out Misery. I’ve got The Stand, The Shining, and IT on my radar.
Love your channel dude. You honestly inspired me to start my own booktube channel back in July. You have a welcoming and conversational vibe that we normally don’t have here on UA-cam.
Starting Salem’s Lot tonight. Been looking forward to this for awhile
Keep the content rolling man! Enjoying your videos for sure!
Finally! Somebody who has the long walk in there top ten!! This is my favorite Stephen King book and the second book I read, I’m so excited to see this book get appreciated!
Yes yes. Also the first time I've seen anyone put the long walk in their top 10. It is most definitely one of my favorite King books and overall favorite books. I've read it twice now. And I'm sure a third read will be in my future at some point
Great video, loved your list. One book I don’t see mentioned is Dead Zone loved it!
I just got back into reading this year and have read about 40 books! I have read 2 Stephen King Books, 11/22/63 and The Mist. 11/22/63 is by far my favorite book I've read this year, I plan on rereading it eventually. The Stand is on my list to start in early 2024.
I have audiobooked The Green Mile and Misery and both were absolutely fantastic.
11/22/63 is by far my all time favorite book at this point, and I don't think it will be beat out any time soon.
Just discovered your channel, it is really good. I would highly recommend Dumas Key, it is less known but it is my personal favourite.
When you said Hamilton at the beginning intro I was like wait WHAT. A fellow Canadian. Better yet Ontario-in?! Hello friend! Love your channel. Happy reading 😊
Same!
I’ve only read 4 of Stephen kings books so here’s my top 4 4. Cujo 3. Carrie 2. Misery 1. 11/22/63
My top 8 Stephen King books are as follows.
1. It 2. The Shining 3. Night Shift 3. Pet Semetery 4. Needful Things ( hilarious imo) 5. Skeleton Crew 6. Four Past Midnight 7. Salem's Lot 8. Cujo
My bottom 8 are 1. The Talisman 2. Carrie 3. Duma Key 4. Rose Matter 5. Misery 6. Holly 7. Fairy Tale 8. Eye of the Dragon
I don't hate any of them. They're just my least favorite. I haven't read the others yet but I'm working on it. Especially The Stand.
I'm turning 61 this month, and have been reading King since high school ( my first was THE SHINING purely because of the Kubrick tie-in cover, and that one clobbered me so hard, I went back and read CARRIE, and carried on. ), and bought every single one until IT...and at that point, I was sort of burned out on Stephen, so let the next few slip by. Tried to get back into him with that one about the town covered by a dome, and couldn't do it. Somehow, I was Kinged out. I can't put them in order, since I loved them all, but the one I read until it fell apart was DANSE MACABRE, since it was almost literally like sitting down with Stevie and geeking about the things I love, and who wouldn't want to do that??? I truly hope he does a second volume, but as time passes, the chances of that have become almost too small to see.
The only Stephen King book that I've read was Fairy Tale and I really enjoyed it. I really want to get into King books, but I'm not the type that enjoys horror flicks or stories (because I'm a wimp) so I'm really hesitant. I feel like I'm missing out on some really great books, esp Pet Sematary. 11/22/63 doesn't sound scary though, so I'm definitely super interested. Thanks for all the recs! I just discovered your channel from your top 10 books video and I'm loving your style! Can't wait to binge more hehe
I think I’ve loved Stephen King’s works for the majority of my life, I grew up watching his movie adaptations and they really made me fall in love with the horror genre. Despite that, before last year I’d only read maybe three or four of his books, but I decided to set myself a challenge to read all of King’s books in 2023 and wow, talk about a challenge! I think I have a pretty solid top 10, I would be pressed to change any of them.
1. Pet Sematary
2. The Shining
3. The Stand
4. IT
5. Misery
6. Under The Dome
7. 11/22/63
8. Cujo
9. Needful Things
10. Christine
I would highly recommend reading some of his smaller books, like The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon or Gwendy’s Button Box or Joyland!
The Long Walk has been one that has stuck with me since I read it as a kid. I just re read it and was thinking I'd love to see it as a movie. As of last month they are finally moving forward with a film adaptation. Can't wait!
Ooh, really? My favourite King's book after "Under the Dome"
I feel like I have a lot of recency bias with Stephen King books. I finished The Stand last month and was blown away but thinking back 11/22/63 left me with a similar feeling. If I remember correctly there is a brief crossover reference in 11/22/63 that describes Randall Flagg. I only realized this after reading The Stand. Having read Eyes of The Dragon before The Stand, you may have an interesting insight on some characters. I'd love to know your thoughts on The Stand once you're finished. I read Eyes of the Dragon after The Stand and felt that may have been the wrong order. Anyway...I'm autistic, thank you for the calm video.
I have collected a few recommended lists for the reading order of the Dark Tower series. Your comment got me checking. You are correct. Several had the Stand before Eyes of the Dragon. AND several stated to read EOTD first. Guess it evens out. Having your helpful comment . . . think I'll read EOTD first. (When I get to that section of order recs).
Thanks for the good catch!
My top 5 five would be:
5. The Shining
4. Wolves of the Calla
3. Pet Semetary
2. Green Mile
1. 11/22/63
I've read over 40 of his books to date.
Wolves of the calla 😂😂😂
Finally someone who has pet semetery in their list
im just dipping my toes into stephen king, just bought the shining, dr sleep, salems lot and 11/22/63 to start me off. I've seen every single one of his adapted movies too many times to count so i never thought i should read the books but im glad to hear you say the shining was better than the movie, im excited!
Duma Key and Hearts in Atlantis are 2 of my faves
I think I have listened to Duma Key the most of any of his books.
Hearts in Atlantis was too close to my college experience. Except it was spades.
It is my favourite Stephen king book so far. I haven't read enough of them to make a top 10 list, but It made me want to read more of his books and brought me here. I have misery as my next book to read. I did read 11/22/63 and I thought it was good, but It was better, in my opinion. I've added a lot more to my wishlist after watching this video. Can't wait to get them 😊
I loved that 11/22/63 acts as a time travel book but it’s really a love story and a story about the beauty of life
So glad you saw the greatness in The Long Walk! It’s simple but such a good book.
Great video mate. I’ve also did the journey for The Shining then instantly read Doctor sleep after. I did watch the movie for The Shining in between and enjoyed it. Highly recommend
Great list! I've been reading him since the early '80s, and the great thing about King is that his body of work is so huge, we can come at it from a lot of different angles. Here are my top 10:
1. The Stand (which I re-read every 5 years or so)
2. Different Seasons (4 novellas, inc Shawshank and The Body)
3. It (had a hard time washing my hands for a while!)
4. The Green Mile
5. Fairy Tale
6. Christine (my first King--the "my life just changed" book)
7. The Dark Tower
8. The Eyes of the Dragon
9. The Shining
10. Carrie
Really glad to see some Doctor Sleep love, fantastic sequel I LOVED it. The film is absolutely phenomenal as well, I highly recommend.
The Stand is my favourite King book of all time, but 11/22/63 isn't far off. Nothing hits like King.
I agree totally with you on the first spot and its ending being out of the world.The line someone you knew in another life honey breaks me everytime.King at his best for sure
Quotes work better if you put quotation marks around them…otherwise your comment is confusing to read.
More Stephen King content please, keep reading more he’s got so many good reads.
Love the longer video format by the way.
I subscribed as soon as I saw 11/22/63. We have similar tastes....with that being said I enjoy the thought of The Stand joining this list without knowing if you finished it!
I am loving your channel!! Came over from instagram. Love your warmth and relatability
So glad you listed “ On Writing “ it is one of my favorites that i re- read as well.
Hey Nick! Thanks for your videos. Loving them all! I’ll leave my top ten King’s book:
10. Duma Key
9. Salem’s Lot
8. From a Buick 8
7. Full Dark, No Stars
6. It
5. The Green Mile
4. On Writing
3. Pet Sematary
2. 22/11/1963
1. The Dead Zone
Your character is so enjoyable, it definitely makes engaging with your videos just so easy and refreshing :)
Just bought a couple King books today. I started Billy Summers yesterday, it is my first King novel.
Mine are
IT
11/22/63
Green mile
The long Walk
I have only read these four and two other king books. But I would consider them in my top books not just a king but of all time. Can’t wait to read more of his stuff.
Good list. My personal favourite Stephen King books are Pet Sematary, Gerald's Game, & Salem's Lot. I have fond memories of watching the 70s miniseries adaptation of Salem's Lot with my family when I was a kid, & then reading Gerald's Game as a teenager, & being really creeped out by it, so those two books hold a special place in my heart.
Also for three cool and vintage editions of Carrie, Salem’s Lot, and the Shining…Barnes and Noble sells that trilogy with new covers that I think are worth adding to your collection!
That Stand cover is gorgeous. I love it
Instant new comfort channel, love your videos, just great man!
You made me read 11/22/63 and it’s so incredible. Misery and The Stand were also excellent. I’m chipping away at this top 10!
Just finished 11/22/63 because of you! Love it!! Thanks man
Hi Nick, i have read almost all of Stephen King's books. But i read them all as they were published (I'm old). I remember running to the book store everyime a new one came out. I would finish them quickly and then the waiting for a new one would kill me. I have been a lifelong reader but Stephen King is my favorite aurhor. I hope you comtinue to read his work, I cant wait to hear your thoughts on The Stand. The Stand is #1 on my best books of a lifetime list.
1 The Stand
2 The Shinning
3. Salem's Lot
4. Carrie
5. Fairy Tale
Enjoy! Donna
This video is #1 in my top ten "Top 10 favorite Stephen King books" videos 🙃 If you plan to watch the Pet Sem movie, I can't recommend enough the original from the 80's, it's a classic. (The 2017 remake isn't bad, even though it deviated a lot from the book)
I have ~50 Stephen king books, and I'm a big fan of his short stories (Langoliers and the Jaunt are absolutely favourites), as well as his longer ones (IT and the Stand). Definitely recommend Needful Things if you love Salem's Lot!
Can you make a video about how reading has changed your life. I go in and out of reading, especially after life events like moving or getting a new job where I'm thrown out of a routine. I've just gotten back in and in a way you were a catalyst to that so I thank you. Personally, when I'm reading I feel my ability to focus improve, mental clarity, and its also just a lot of fun to have a book to escape to.
Very nice list!
My top 5 are
1. 11/22/63
2. The Green Mile
3. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank redemption (i know its a novella but still counts for me)
4. The Drawing of the Three
5. Pet Sematary
Ive only read about 10 of his works so far though.
I’ve only completed two Stephen King novels so far -relatively new to the fandom- and I still cannot choose which I like mode.
Salem’s Lot - My first and it terrified me
The Shining - Made me cry a lot at the end
Eyes of the Dragon is one of my all-time favourites as well - read it in Junior High assigned by my English teacher. I'm enjoying your channel!!
I haven't read *too* many SK books but my top 5 have to be Christine, Misery, The Shining, Pet Sematary, and IT. Doctor Sleep is also a close 6 or 7 I reckon. Just bought The Eyes of the Dragon whilst watching bc now I'm excited lol
Also, Fairytale is incredible. Definitely in my top 10!
Surprised to learn that you didn't grow up in the local library stacks! Absolutely love Tommyknockers and Needful Things;so enjoy your enthusiasm and content!
Tommyknockers is such a guilty pleasure. LOVE it
Pet Sematary is my favorite Stephen King book of all time because it was my first book I ever had. I actually saw the movie before I read the book, I plan on getting more books by him.
Hiya, constant reader since 1976...nice list, good thoughts...keep on reading
Honorable mention: The Mist
10) The Stand (uncut) - its the end of the world as we know it...and I feel...
9) The Dead Zone - such an autumnal tale...so very prescient to our current political predicaments
8) 11/22/63 - an amazing journey
7) The Talisman - just a flat out amazing adventure cowritten by two of my absolute most favorite authors
6) The Green Mile - an intricate weave a real drama and real horror with a touch of something special: the saddest, most heartwrenching tale, too
5) The Long Walk - who would believe a book about a bunch of kids just...walking could be such a tense,, highly emotional ride...
4) The Drawing of the Three - hyper creative questing featuring weird, new dangers at every turn
3) The Wastelands - the singular most I can't believe he just die that adventuring...this story goes some wild places
2) Wizard & Glass - maybe his most exquisite storytelling ever
1) 'Salems Lot - hits every note perfectly; read a review, backinnaday, where the reviewer said it was the book equivalent of the best, most perfect horror movie ever...it does that for me
I’m so happy you finally made a yt channel. I’m obsessed with your content💕
Glad to get your video recommended by YT today. My fave King is an odd one: "Revival" it starts of a bit slow but the ending is amazing
The :Long Walk is most amazing! The Talisman, The Girl who Loved tom Gordon! Insomnia is a tough read but well worth it in the end! and of course Mr Mercedes
11/22/63 is also my favorite King novel. I’m a big fan of the Shining, The Stand, Misery and many others, but 11/22/63 stands above.
I’m currently reading the Shining after many years since I read a King. I’m in my 40’s and 100% read Misery and I think another couple in my teens.
I’m wanting to read Dr. Sleep next.
And from this and a couple of other vids , the Stand.
1. Cell
2. From a Buick 8
3. Cycle of the Werewolf
4. Roadwork
5. The Regulators
6. Song of Susannah
7. Elevation
8. Colorado Kid
9. Rose Madder
10 Dreamcatcher
Interesting list and a good one. If you haven't read Duma Key I highly recommend it. Also, I consider Wizard and Glass my personal favorite Fantasy novel and a top 5 King novel. You're in for a treat.
The only Stephen King book I ever attempted to read, until recently was Salem's Lot. I did so, on the back of watching the T.V. Mini Series, which I _still_ have on DVD. But, I couldn't get on with the book at all. However recently, another BookTuber recommended The Stand and I loved it and, on your recommendation, I've just finished 11/22/63 and loved it even _more!_
It literally had me "welling up," by the end. I've just started watching the T.V. adaptation with James Franco, on Prime Video. I did remember starting to watch it, a few years back, but can't remember why I abandoned it!
After finishing another book from Armisted Maupin's Tales of The City (I need some light relief) I'm going to tackle Swan Song, also a recommendation, before giving Salem's Lot another go! 😉😉
Favorites in Order:
1) 11/22/63 (also favorite book of all time)
2) The Dead Zone
3) Pet Semetary
4) The Shining
5) Dolores Claiborne
6) IT
7) The Talisman
8) Revival
9) Christine
10) The Dark Half
Man, you've got Revival AND The Dark Half in your list? Same here. Those two books are just power, and super underrated. Nice...
Im glad to see Christine
I'm really surprised to see the long walk here, it's actually the first Stephen King book I read and I liked a lot except maybe for the ending, Iove your content keep it going
I’m not super well-read when it comes to Stephen King, but I’ve read the novellas; Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, The Body, and Apt Pupil (all of which were adapted to film), and enjoyed each of them. After watching your video, 11/22/63 might have to go on the list! I’m digging your videos - can’t wait for the next one!
Such an inspirational video! I've been following your Instagram along with CJ Talks Books and learnt of your new channel here from there. Misery and 'Salems Lot are on my list for 2024!
Glad I clicked on your video, I like your insights and personality. I'm with you, I don't get why people hate on Stephen King's endings. Only a few books/stories had endings I thought could be stronger, usually I really appreciate his endings. The Long Walk was the first novel of his I ever read. I was either in 8th or 9th grade and I loved it so much. Speaking of great endings, that one stuck in my mind for weeks after finishing the last page. I want to reread it soon, but the crazy thing is even though it's been over ten years I still remember just about everything from the book.
"It" is fantastic. I can't believe when I first finished it I saw it as just good. I remember thinking that it could have been shorter, some scenes didn't need to be as long or even in there, and all this other stuff. Yet two or so years later (whenever it was I read it) I still remember so many of the scenes and how vivid King's prose was and still think about the themes. So for me, "It" is a case where I grew to appreciate it so much more the more time I contemplated it. It went from like a solid 3 out of 5 to like a 4.5 out of 5 for me.
The Talisman didn't really hit for me. I thought it was okay. Maybe I'll like it better on a reread. I did listen to it on audiobook too and the narrator had some odd choices for how he executed it here and there so when I reread it I'll do it properly with the actual physical book.
The 1989 Pet Sematary movie in my opinion goes back and forth from genuinely great to horribly cheesy. Especially some of the FX (the face in the sky tho lmfao). And the actor who played Louis Creed seemed like he wasn't even awake the entire production lol. Still an entertaining movie, and the screenplay is great (King himself wrote it of course). Would love to hear your thoughts when you watch it. You mentioned you studied film in school so I'd love to hear your takes on the movie.
I also hope you love The Stand! Would love to hear your thoughts on it when you're done. It's such a phenomenal novel.
Great list. I hope you revisit after reading The Dark Tower series. It makes The Stand and Salem's Lot even better.
I have only read 7 Stephen King books. I'm way behind! I'm working on it, but I read so many other books of all genres, so I read them as I get to them. My ranking will be odd, as I have found I loved a few that people generally rank lower. I got to about page 230 before I gave up on IT. I just kept finding myself going "OMG get to the point dude"! I may try again, but it was a chore and I honestly wasn't enjoying it AT ALL. Here's my ranking of the 7 I've read. I enjoyed them all actually. They go from enjoyed to LOVED.
7. Doctor Sleep
6. Salem's Lot
5. The Shining
4. Pet Sematary
3. Mr. Mercedes
2. Cell
1. Misery
I love your ranking and I love you mention underrated King's books like The Eyes of the Dragon or Doctor Sleep.
My Top 5 King books are:-
IT. Christine. Salems Lot. The Shining. Night Shift (in order from 1-5) Two of his recent books would be on Top 10 The Institute & Billy Summers as would The Wastelands, Mr Mercedes and The Stand. Thanks for your current Top 10 😎👍🏻
Solid list! All of these are incredible books; fun, enjoyable, worthwhile reading.
randomly stumbled across your channel and couldn't believe when you mentioned the cannon and Hamilton! small world :)
Thanks for always cranking out content. Here’s my rankings on my King journey thus far:
1 - It
2 - 11/22/63
3 - The Stand
4 - The Shining
5 - ‘Salem’s Lot
6 - Firestarter
7 - The Dead Zone
8 - Night Shift
9 - Skeleton Crew
10 - On Writing
11 - Christine
12 - Dolores Claiborne
13 - The Talisman
14 - The Eyes of the Dragon
15 - The Colorado Kid
So you got Colorado kid over misery? Ok...
This is a solid list! I've been reading King since I was 7 or 8.
Favorite book?
I have listened to most of King's works. My maybe top 5 not in any order list is: Different Seasons, Wizards and Glass, Drawing of the Three, Duma Key and On Writing.
Great, great video. I for sure love his books. I own more than ive read lol. As of now id have to say Needful Things is my fav. It passed IT and The Dead Zone. I was gonna read The Stand last year but it didnt happen. Unfortunately being dipolar interferes with my concentration so reading slumps can last for a year or two. BUT ive been doing well so far this year so fingers crossed i can get to more of his books. (I broke down a bought a beautiful edition of The Stand from Books-a-Million last nov but plan to read my thrifted copy.) I cant wait to read some of your favs.
11/22/63.. Amazing! My top pick
Thank you. We are indeed friends. I love this list. The Stand changed the way I feel about books and reading. Found your channel today, keep going. Feel at home.
I've only read 3 and my favorite so far is Hearts in Atlantis. I love the characters and music. Insomnia and then Duma Key. They've all grabbed my heart. I'm on Gunslinger now.
I've only read a handful of King's novels, but many are on my TBR shelf (It, The Stand, The Shining).
My top three are:
1) 11.22.63 (One of most enjoyable reads of the last 10 years for me. I felt like a kid again, reading an exciting adventure under the covers)
2) The Green Mile (read it when it came out in serialized form and was like watching a TV show you could discuss with friends-such fun)
3) Misery (thank god they changed THAT scene in the movie!)
Least favorite: Duma Key (would make a great 200 page novel) and Cujo.
I haven't read to many Stephen King books yet, especially his longer ones. Trying to work up to them. 😊
However, out of the ones I have read, my fav list would be:
1. The Green Mile
2. Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption Novella
3. The Shining
4. The Outsider
Where did you get that edition of The Stand. One of my favorites
I found you on Instagram but your long form content is amazing. Please put out more videos!
Great list and video! 11/22/63 is, without a doubt, my favorite Stephen King book as well. My top ten would be:
1. 11/22/63
2. Wizard & Glass (can I put the Dark Tower series as a whole?)
3. Dolores Claiborne
4. The Long Walk
5. It
6. Under The Dome
7. Doctor Sleep
8. Bag Of Bones
9. The Institute
10. Different Seasons
I should note that I still haven’t read The Stand, Misery, or Pet Semetary. I know it’s sacrilege to not include The Shining, but I think having read it after reading so many other books of his and seeing the movie so many times affected my opinion. Take care and great videos!!
I should also add honorable mentions to Fairy Tale and Finders Keepers.
Yes, that was a good one too