If Stephen King was tasked with rewriting Twilight, Bella would be cruelly tormented by bullies and then sic Edward on them to wreak a bloody and terrible revenge.

48:30 talks about Twilight and 50 shades of grey
51:30 for lovecraft

Stephen King always looks like he's just shaved off a mustache

"50% of the time I can't remember where the idea came from."
That 50% was cocaine.

Omg, imagine having Stephen King as a HIGH SCHOOL teacher !!!!

What I love about Steve is that he's so civil with his criticism of 50 Shades, he could've just as easily dismissed them as trash (like the guy to the left did, and he's not wrong), but he actually takes the time to explain what he thinks is wrong with them. There's something to be said for that.

A Lovecraft monster doesn't kill you. It drives you insane just knowing it exists.

This video is proof that the Youtube algorithm loves me.

I don’t think he’s a “horror writer” in the traditional sense... he writes about people, not even characters because his characters are so realistic and relatable

"Warning: Explicit language..."

Welp, it's Stephen King expressing his gripes, so...

I've seen a couple of interviews of his already and what strikes me is that he loves to speak and tell stories (well, duh!) BUT also, when he listens, he LISTENS.

8:10 Ohhh, now I see why he writes dark material. He watches the local news.

I owe King a letter of thanks. I've spent a lot of time in hospital, and at home in considerable pain because of a couple of rare genetic conditions.  When you are in pain all the time, you need an escape.  You need to get away from your body, even if it's just a few minutes.  Stephen King has given me many hours immersed in his worlds.  The only other writers who can transport me that way are JK Rowling, and my favorite author, Sir Terry Pratchett, who passed away several years ago. In case I never get up the nerve to write a letter of thanks, thank you Stephen King for your books.  I can't do much, physically, but thanks to you I've been part of Roland's ka'tet and seen the dark tower. I've been to Hemingford Home after Captain Tripps annihalated humanity.  I've appreciated every moment and I never tire of reading your books over and over.  Thank you.

Also: A little advice for writers who have found themselves here.
Don’t aim to be like Steven King as a writer.
Or any of your author faves.
Be like You.
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Stephen King: The first man I shared my bed with and he remained longer than any other guy I ever spend time with.

Mr. Mercedes was a very interesting story. I've always told my English students that Stephen King has been such a captivating author for me. He is a master of ENGAGING THE SENSES of the reader. You're not just watching a movie in your head when you read King. You see it. You hear it. You smell it. You feel it. Mr. King is excellent at bringing you INTO THE EXPERIENCE unlike any other author. I think THAT is what makes him such a beloved and successful author.

This is the cleanest comment section I've ever seen.

He is so amazingly gracious towards his fans, actually speaking to them, ( even if is a room full) and not at them, like a jaded superstar.

I thought "Oh go on then. I'll just watch until I get bored." Suddenly, the dude's like "I hate to do this but just one or two more questions" What?! It's been a damn hour?!

I think Stephen King should seriously consider finding someone less obnoxious to give him rides.