Popularity can be a tricky thing. 'The Dark Tower' series has a very dedicated fan base, so it's definitely up there in popularity. 'Cujo' is a well - known one, especially for the terrifying concept of a rabid dog. 'Firestarter' is also popular. But again, there are so many Stephen King novels and different people will have different ideas of which are the most popular based on their own reading experiences and what they've seen in adaptations.
It's really hard to say for sure. But 'It' is extremely popular. The recent movie adaptations have brought it to a new generation of fans. 'The Shining' is also very popular. It has been adapted into a classic movie. 'Carrie' is well - known too, especially as it was one of his early works. I'd say these are among the most popular.
I'd say first is 'The Gunslinger'. It's the start of it all, with that unique atmosphere. Second would be 'The Dark Tower' as it wraps up the whole epic journey. Third is 'The Waste Lands' for its world - building. And then 'Wizard and Glass' for the backstory. Least favorite might be some of the middle ones that are a bit more meandering, like 'Song of Susannah' which seems more like a bridge between the bigger stories.
Popular Stephen King novels include 'Salem's Lot'. The vampire theme in a small - town setting is very appealing. '11/22/63' has also gained a lot of fans due to its interesting time - travel plot. And 'The Dark Tower' series has a dedicated following who love its mix of different genres.
Well, 'It' is extremely popular. The story of a shape - shifting evil entity that preys on children in a small town has both horrified and fascinated readers. 'The Shining' with its spooky hotel setting and the psychological breakdown of the main character is also a big hit. Another popular one is 'Carrie', which was one of King's first novels. It tells the story of a bullied girl with telekinetic powers who takes revenge in a very bloody way. These novels have not only been successful in print but also in their movie adaptations, which has contributed to their popularity.
Well, 'Cell' is also often regarded as one of his least popular ones. The story, which involves a strange cell - phone - related apocalypse, didn't resonate as much with the general audience. Maybe it was the concept that was a bit too out - there for some. It also had some pacing issues that made it less appealing than his more successful books like 'The Shining' or 'It'.
Probably 'It'. The story of the shape - shifting monster that preys on children in a small town has been extremely popular. It combines elements of horror, friendship, and coming - of - age, making it appealing to a wide range of readers.
Well, 'Misery' is very popular. It's about a famous author who is held captive by his 'number one fan'. 'The Stand' is also among the popular ones. It's a post - apocalyptic epic that explores themes of good vs. evil. And let's not forget 'Pet Sematary', which deals with the dark and disturbing idea of a burial ground with strange powers.
Well, 'The Stand' is very popular. It's a post - apocalyptic epic that follows the survivors of a deadly plague as they are drawn into a battle between good and evil. 'Misery' is also quite famous. It tells the story of a writer who is held captive by his 'number one fan'. And then there's 'Pet Sematary', which deals with the dark consequences of bringing the dead back to life.
Some of the most popular Stephen King novels include 'The Shining'. It's a classic horror novel about a family who become caretakers of an isolated hotel with a dark past. The atmosphere and the slow build - up of horror are what make it so beloved.
One is 'From a Buick 8'. It's not as well - known as many of his other works. It seems to lack the intense horror and gripping plot that King is famous for. The concept of the strange Buick and its mysteries just didn't draw in as many readers as his more classic horror concepts.
'Carrie' can also be considered relatively less scary among his works. Although it has some disturbing scenes, it is a rather straightforward story of a bullied girl getting revenge. It doesn't have the same level of psychological terror or complex, lingering horror that many of King's other novels do.