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Thursday, October 23, 2008 12:00 AM

Stephen King's God trip

On the 30th anniversary of "The Stand," the novelist confesses what haunts him about religion and today's politics.

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  • Wednesday, October 22, 2008 06:56 PM

    "The Running Man"

    Now there's a great King (short) story (Richard Bachman I do believe) made into a movie!

    That, and The Dead Zone

    I bought Duma Key, and it was ok (up to a point), but nothing like vintage King...

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