King is reading "The Wind Through The Keyhole"

Valentine's Day reminds me of......some bloody good novels!

Have a great Valentine's Day everyone.

Question of the day #64: What are you reading?

Black House  and The Regulators

Black House is fast-paced and a thrilling read so far on my Nook.  I'm about halfway through the book.  The Regulators is in paperback (for those places I read that I could drop it in water). I started this book years ago but didn't finish it.  Having just read Desperation this was an obvious choice for my next book.

Lauren Grodstein & Stephen King; Algonquin Book Club Event, 3/3

Webcast Event!
Lauren Grodstein & Stephen King; Algonquin Book Club Event, 3/3

Stephen King interviews Lauren Grodstein about her new book A Friend Of The Family.

This book has been touted as the best book of the year.

***Algonquin is giving away 10 copies of this book on their facebook page. This was copied from their page.

We have 10 copies of A Friend of the Family up for grabs to those who want to participate in the live webcast. Just leave a comment here or on our Facebook page to enter. Good luck!***

$10,000 was riding on this question today

Who Wants To Be a Millionaire had this question during the show. 

With members like Stephen King and Amy Tan, what rock band of famous authors often performs at charity events?

A:  Galley Proof Band                                B:  Traveling Quillburys
C:  The Stringers                                       D:  Rock Bottom Remainders

Get this, the lady's name was Sharon King and "claimed" to be a Stephen King fan.  She jumped the question which was worth $10,000.00.  Now, had I been on this show, with my somewhat extensive knowledge of Stephen King I would have won some serious moola with this question.



D. The Rock Bottom Remainders

This is on my wish list this year!

This is one of  the Road Rage covers with King and Hill.  I have got to get my hands on this one!!!!   

In 2012, King gives us more than last year!

With so many projects coming for King this year, 2012 could be exciting.   The Wind Through The Keyhole is the much anticipated Dark Tower novel revisiting our old pals Roland, Jake, Susannah, and Oy.  The art of Jae Lee will grace the pages of this new book.   

Cover art  of The Wind Through The Keyhole from StephenKing.com.  Release Date:  4/24/2012 Donald M. Grant publishers has released an excerpt here.  Another project that is due out early in the year are the comics which include King, Hill. and Matheson by the name of Road Rage.  Road Rage: Throttle and Road Rage: Duel.  Nelson Daniel the artist was the winner of a 2011 Eisner award  for The Cape. There will be 3 issues in all beginning in February 2012.

The Ghost Brothers of Darkland County will premiere in April 4 2012 thru May 13, 2012 @ The Alliance Theatre in Atlanta.  This "field trip" was a consideration for my family but couldn't commit to a date for the show.  So, needless to say, I'm hoping this musical goes nationwide, God willing.  My wish was to go opening weekend with the hopes to see King in the audience.  To those of you who are fortunate enough to see this musical opening weekend, applause.  If you have any experiences during this show come by and share them.  I'd love to hear your story. :D The release of the book and musical score will hopefully come out sometime this year. (fingers crossed) For more information on this show visit King's website for information  

Dr. Sleep is expected to release September 26, 2011 sandwiched right between my husband and mother's birthdays.  So what has that Danny Torrance been doing for the last 35 years?  I have a strong feeling this will be fansupernaturaltastic!

Happy New Year 2012!

Set Your Calendars and DVRs for "Bag of Bones" on A&E

Bag of Bones
On Sunday December 11, 2011 A&E offers an early Christmas present to Stephen King fans. A two night event is scheduled for 9 PM/8 PM Central on 12/11/11 and 12/12/11. Promos are available through this link. After watching the preview, I am sure this is going to be as hauntingly good as the original
 book. :) :) ;) ;).



CHECK THIS PREQUEL
In preparation of the mini-series, Campfire NYC which is A&E's marketing firm has released some "Easter Eggs" for King Constant Readers. If you haven't done so already check out this interactive site for your pure enjoyment. I spent about an hour looking at all the King references that will be in the film. The HD quality images are "fan"tastic!!


Will you watch?

January 1, 2012 Gauntlet Press will begin taking orders for "Stephen King's Battleground"

Gauntlet Press has finally set a date to begin taking orders for Stephen King's Battleground.  Publication is set for Spring/Summer 2012.  This book has seemed to be on the back burner for a long time.  Every few months I keep checking for any updates, this time a YES, confirmation on this book!   Nightmares and Dreamscapes was a fantastic series on TNT with Battleground as episode 1.  Go to Gauntlet Press and read the description about the King short story/ Matheson script combo.  If you want one of only 26 copies signed by King you better be prepared with a fast Internet connection and to pay $1250.00.

 According to Gauntlet Press Site:

26 copy Signed Lettered Edition (the ONLY version signed by Stephen King) is $1250

125 copy Signed Numbered Edition (signed by Brian Henson, Jeff Beal, Jeff Hayes, Michael Wright, Lee Romaire, Bill Haber, Sam Nicholson, and Richard Christian Matheson) is $125

Limited Edition (unsigned) is $75

Question of the day #63: Has anyone had a chance to sink their teeth into "11/22/63" yet?

No, I haven't started reading 11/22/63 but the hard copy is already on my book self.  The new book fits quite nicely there if I do say so myself. :)  When I am ready to read it I would like to purchase the ebook deluxe edition for the 18 minute King interview. 

Right now I am reading Misery and Desperation simultaneously.  I have been trying to complete Book Chick City's 12 King books in a year.  The count is around  9 for this year, so I am pushing through to try to complete the challenge. 

If you have a minute, let ATSK know what you think of King's new book.  I've heard nothing but great reviews.

Happy 64th Birthday Stephen King!

Mile 81 coming out on September 1

Did anyone win the Mile 81 contest and able to read it already?  No dice for me.  My ebook is pre-ordered and will be on my Nook on the first. 

Question of the day #62: What is the best Stephen King book to read during a power outage? That is assuming you have a candle (which isn't recommended if you fall asleep while reading), flashlight, or a charged eReader.

My choice for a short outage with a campfire like atmostphere would be Salem's Lot.   But for an extended outage I would say  IT.  Either one could scare the bejesus out of me with all the lights on in the house.  A power outage is a great time for a reread.

(((Those in the path of Hurricane Irene)))

Prayers go out to all who are affected by this storm.

Already? Film rights optioned for "11/22/63"...I'm not surprised!

I'm tickled to hear this news.  We may get to see a new film with Stephen King as Executive Producer.  In this article passed along by Ms. Mod.  Film 11/22/63

Congrats SK on your Bram Stoker Award!!!

'Rose Madder' Glog

Hope you like this one.

'Ghost Brothers of Darkland County'

Alliance Theatre 2011-2012 Line-up:  April 4 through May 18, 2012

[In the tiny town of Lake Belle Reve, Mississippi in 1957, a terrible tragedy took the lives of two brothers and a beautiful young girl. During the next forty years, the events of that night became the stuff of local legend. But legend is often just another word for lie. Joe McCandless knows what really happened; he saw it all. The question is whether or not he can bring himself to tell the truth in time to save his own troubled sons, and whether the ghosts left behind by an act of violence will help him – or tear the McCandless family apart forever.]

After reading this on the Alliance Theatre's website I mused that Mississippi is the perfect setting for a hellishly gruesome story.  Believe me, I know, I lived there for a short time (not short enough IMO.)  For the people that love MS please forgive me but it was a miserable place for me and my family to live.  I'm sure I won't have any problem relating to this eerie story based in MS.   

The idea of this play spanning 40 years of music and events whets my appetite for another King story.  There should be some new Blues, Rock, and some present day genres to enjoy.   Writng for the theatre seems like it would be so natural for King, that I am surprised that it took him so long for him to do so.   

ATSK's Review of Advanced Reader's Copy: Orbit: Stephen King Comic

Sorry I've been away so long...... 

Release Date May 'll.  approx. 23 pages

The Orbit:  Stephen King comic begins with Stephen's near-fatal accident.  The comic explains how the accident happened at a point when King's life was going exceptionally well after he faced and conquered many of his own personal demons.  Orbit: Stephen King describes King's highs and lows in his personal life.  Some of the events that the comic focuses on are when his father abandoned the family, his damaging ear infections (which could have ended his life), meeting his wife Tabby, and his addiction to drugs and alcohol.  The writers of this comic peppered some of King’s poignant quotes throughout the text during different events that are described.  Overall the comic had a nice flow and recounted a lot of Mr. King’s life without losing too much time.  This book is great for the King collector in all of us.   

My personal thoughts on what I read in the comic:

I have to say when reading Orbit Stephen King I felt that King was meant to be here for all of us to enjoy his books.  There were events that could have prevented him from delivering such wonderful books to us, that it's just plain frightening!  On the other hand, he was placed in situations that made writing the stories he does possible.  In my humble opinion he and his books are a gift to the world.   He and his books changed me and my life in a profound way, which is why I feel so much is written about him including, but not limited to this biographic comic book.