Category: Stephen King

Rationalizing the Supernatural in Horror Novels Stephen King, often declared the greatest and most successful contemporary horror novelist wrote that, “the great literature of the supernatural often contains the same ‘let’s slow down and look at the accident’ syndrome.” (King, Nightshift xv). This refers to the guilty fascination readers feel as they are captivated by…

“An impressive work of mythic magnitude…may turn out to be Stephen King’s greatest literary achievement” Atlanta Journal-Constitution. World renowned author Stephen King, never fails to deliver with his masterful storytelling, and “The Dark Tower The Gunslinger” is no different. King spends an incredible amount of time building this world, a kind of post-apocalyptic landscape, he…

“Why We Crave Horror Movies,” by Stephen King is about why people enjoy watching horror movies. Some people are good, and some are not good at hiding the reaction of getting scared that they got by watching horror film. People challenge fear, because people spend their money to watch horror movie. To show that they…

In the essay, Why We Crave Horror Movies, Stephen King proposed the idea that we are all “mentally ill.” Most people would disagree with this idea, but to a certain extent, I agree. Due to our demand to engage in scary, gory, creepy horror movies, they satisfy us in the sense that we are watching…

The author explained very briefly about why people choose to watch horror movies to be entertained instead of any other movie. The people just want to experience their reactions when they are watching a horror movie which cause them Goosebumps. The author of this essay “Stephen King” wrote “Why we crave horror movies” in such…

Table of contents Introduction Body Paragraph Conclusion Introduction Stephen King, the master of horror and suspense, has created a myriad of characters who face insurmountable challenges, often teetering on the brink of their psychological limits. Among these characters are the “quitters,” individuals who, despite their initial resolve, succumb to their fears, temptations, or weaknesses. This…

Jack Torrance is one of the most unsettling and terrifying characters that has ever been portrayed on film. This is because, at first, he seems like a normal working man and father, but he slowly turns more sinister during the Shining as he pushes normal roles to the extreme and the hotel has an impact…

Writing is a multifaceted and complex art form that encompasses a wide range of styles, genres, and techniques. In his book “On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft,” renowned Stephen King delves into the intricacies of the writing process, offering valuable insights and advice based on his own experiences as a prolific writer. This essay…