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If You Love Multiverses, Read ‘The Dark Tower’

Braden Beck, California State Channel Islands

Get your multiverse fix with this eight-part novel series by Stephen King.…

June 29, 2022

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3 Best Tips From Stephen King’s ‘On Writing’

Karina Rojas, University of Texas at San Antonio

The iconic memoir and how-to-guide from the world-famous author continues to offer practical advice to prospective writers.…

June 2, 2022

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The Evolution of the Horror Genre and Why Some of Its Protégés Fail

Jenna Nelson, Scripps College

Jordan Peele's 'Get Out' prompted other films to attempt the same powerful social commentary, with a few resulting duds.…

August 17, 2021

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7 Short Stories For Those Who Don’t Have Time To Read Novels

Kate Carter, Middle Tennessee State University

If you don’t think you have the time to read the longer classics, these shorter fiction works that span a wide range of genres will help you on your literary journey. …

May 31, 2020

Creepshow

‘Creepshow’ Hews Close to Its Predecessor, But Fails to Capture Its Spirit

Matthew Robison, University of South Florida

The new horror series succeeds when it experiments, but is held back by its uneven production values and its overly reverent approach to the original 1982 franchise.…

November 8, 2019

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Top 4 Stephen King Adaptations and the Best Ones Coming Up

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

Will new King-inspired works be as good as the classics?…

October 14, 2019

In the Tall Grass

Can ‘In the Tall Grass’ Make a Common Sight Scary?

Carli Moses, Union University

Set in an open field, this King-adaption boasts an unusual antagonist that still keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.…

October 9, 2019

It Chapter Two

‘It Chapter Two’: 2019’s Best Non-Horror Horror Film

Kala Horvat, University of Georgia

While it might have failed as a horror movie, it definitely succeeded as a touching drama-thriller-comedy.…

September 22, 2019

It Chapter Two

‘It Chapter Two’ Is Mostly Successful in Mixing Playfulness and Horror

Rocco Romano, University of Iowa

It's neither the best nor the worst adaptation of Stephen King’s novels.…

September 21, 2019

Pet Sematary

‘Pet Sematary’ Is Mediocre at Best, Problematic at Worst

Ben Garcia, Hope International University

Sometimes, dead really is better.…

April 24, 2019

Why Another Stephen King Adaption Never Seems Like a Bad Idea

Scott Williamson, Florida Atlantic University

What is it about King's work that, despite several massive commercial flops, keeps directors coming back for more?…

February 4, 2019

9 Must-Read Books from the 2018 Goodreads Choice Awards

Daisy Orozco, Cal State University, Northridge

The best books of the year, as voted by you. Did your favorites make the cut?…

December 8, 2018

Will ‘Pet Sematary’ Be Able to Replicate the Success of ‘It’?

Brandon Scott, University of New Hampshire

For a number of reasons, it seems unlikely.…

November 1, 2018

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6 Authors You Need to Be Following on Twitter

Raina Sciocchetti, Unity College

Jokes, politics, wisdom and dog pictures await. …

July 20, 2018

Consider These 3 Books to Beef Up Your Writing Game

Kelly Lambkin, SUNY Cortland

Whether it's long or short-form writing, these seasoned authors have the tips and tricks you need to know to improve your writing.…

November 30, 2017

The King of Horror Embraces His Soft Side in These Novels

Kelly Lambkin, SUNY Cortland

With all the recent hype of King's work being adapted into film and television, it's time to take a look at some of his not-so-scary work.…

October 29, 2017

Pennywise Gets an F in Being a Villain

Brandi Loving, St. Mary's University

Hear me out here.…

October 9, 2017

Large Turnout for ‘It’ Holds Box Office Record for Horror

Abbey Slattery, Northwestern College

Stephen King’s 30-year-old story floats on.…

September 14, 2017