There are several ways in whichKing offers book recommendations, yet the most common is blurbs.
Meanwhile,King has calledTime and Again"thegreat time-travel story,"(King,11/22/63.)
Despite not being horror, King’s praise of this book is hard to ignore.
I loved this novel.
Due’s books are undoubtedly horror.
It’s that good,"(Amazon.)
Night Shyamalan adapted it into a 2023 moviecalledKnock at the Cabin.
One iconic horror writer that King has always spoken highly of is Shirley Jackson.
InDanse Macabre,King discussedThe Haunting of Hill Houseand how it acted as a cornerstone for the horror genre.
He has also noted Jackson’sWe Have Always Lived In The CastleandThe Lotteryas pieces that inspired his own writing.
Many audiences are likely familiar withThe Haunting of Hill Housefollowing Mike Flanagan’s Netflix adaptation.
Barker is a filmmaker and writer who isbest known for works likeHellraiserand theAbaratseries.
“This quote alone helped shoot Barker into international fame, allowing him to continue publishing his horror works.
Additionally, his quote feels like a call to action that is hard to ignore.
