Stephen King is an acclaimed American author known as the "King of Horror." While he primarily writes horror, his works span genres like suspense, crime, science fiction, fantasy, and mystery. King's debut novel, Carrie (1974), established his reputation, and his collection Different Seasons (1982) marked a notable genre shift. He has written around 200 short stories and numerous works adapted into films, including The Shining, Stand by Me, and The Shawshank Redemption. Writing under the pseudonym Richard Bachman, King also collaborates with authors like his sons Joe Hill and Owen King. His nonfiction includes On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft. King's accolades include the Bram Stoker and August Derleth Awards, the 2003 Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, the 2007 Grand Master Award, and the 2014 National Medal of Arts.
