Stephen King, the iconic American author, is widely recognized for his contributions to the horror and supernatural fiction genre. From his chilling tales to his unique storytelling style, King has captivated readers around the world. In this article, we will delve into Stephen King's first novel and explore the beginnings of his literary career. Stephen King's first novel, "Carrie," was published in 1974, marking a significant milestone in his writing journey. This gripping tale tells the story of Carrie White, a high school outcast with telekinetic powers. As she endures relentless bullying, her powers escalate, resulting in a horrifying climax. "Carrie" instantly resonated with readers, showcasing King's ability to blend elements of horror, suspense, and psychological insight. The novel was praised for its compelling characters, intense narrative, and exploration of deeper themes such as isolation, trauma, and the abuse of power. The success of "Carrie" launched Stephen King's career and paved the way for his subsequent works. He continued to captivate audiences with thrilling novels like "The Shining," "It," "Pet Sematary," and many more. King's ability to create lively and relatable characters is often cited as a key factor in his enduring popularity. For readers looking to dive into the world of Stephen King, there are numerous avenues to explore. Bookstores and online retailers offer a vast selection of his works in various formats, including physical copies, e-books, and audiobooks. Additionally, King's novels have been adapted into successful films and television series, providing an alternate medium to experience his stories. To stay up-to-date with Stephen King's latest releases, news, and insights, fans can visit his official website (stephenking.com). The website offers a wealth of information, including King's bio, a list of his works, and updates on upcoming projects. Furthermore, dedicated readers can join online communities and forums where they can discuss their favorite Stephen King novels and interact with fellow enthusiasts. These platforms provide an opportunity to engage in literary discussions, share recommendations, and delve deeper into the author's captivating storytelling. In conclusion, Stephen King's first novel, "Carrie," was a groundbreaking work that launched his illustrious writing career. With its intriguing plot, memorable characters, and exploration of profound themes, it set the stage for King's subsequent successes. Whether readers are seeking horror, suspense, or a psychological journey, Stephen King's vast collection of novels offers a realm of captivating storytelling waiting to be explored. So dive in, and prepare to be enthralled by the master of horror himself.
The Milky Way galaxy was once small and later became larger, and it will become smaller in the future. From any perspective, humans are fragile, but they can create the largest spacecraft in the universe of wonders! There was a race that resembled a giant, and the tracks of the interstellar train interconnected the entire Milky Way galaxy like veins, which were once called the giant's blood vessels and supported an invincible race. However, eternal invincibility does not exist, only eternal cycles exist. Individuals are infinitely insignificant, but as long as the community still exists, they do not allow their civilization to regress. Therefore, some races have once been glorious but later declined. So some races have gone from obscurity to immense power, and then...
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The story revolves around Wu Ming, a rising young star in the entertainment industry, who suffers from a serious brain injury. In a desperate situation, the yet-to-be-developed 'brain transplantation' technology by T Corporation is used to replace Wu Ming's damaged brain with the brain of the company's chairman's grandfather, the original founder of brain transplantation. After the successful transplantation, Wu Ming not only escapes the fate of being a vegetable but also gains the memories, wisdom, and life experiences of the wealthy family's founder. This opens up a journey of extraordinary opportunities and unravels many hidden secrets of the wealthy family, including the buried results of the 'brain transplantation' experiment from years ago...
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She ended up as a supporting character in the novel, pitifully mingling among the men and women in the government hall, waiting for the county magistrate to arrange her marriage. At the age of seventeen, without her parents' consent, the local authorities would find a match for her. According to the plot, she was destined to be cannon fodder, a short-lived character. She refused to accept her fate and anxiously searched the crowd until she found him. Oh my, this brother here, who unexpectedly turned out to be the second male lead! Even the female lead couldn't compete with this ruthless man! He had an illustrious scholar's reputation but was plotted against by his relatives and ended up as an incomplete eunuch in the palace. He endured numerous hardships, eventually becoming the feared Admiral with control over the Imperial Horse Guards. He experienced both rejection and adulation throughout his life, becoming a seasoned statesman who lived a solitary existence. But that's not the focus here; the main point is his untimely demise! As long as she clung to his thigh, she would be able to escape the manipulations of her troublesome relatives. As the wife of a powerful eunuch, she would live a life of luxury without the burden of child-rearing. Life couldn't be more perfect; she had
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Wu Yu, who is about to become a father, encounters unprecedented bizarre events at the moment of impending happiness. Is fate playing a joke on him? Or is someone manipulating his tragedy behind the scenes? The ancient and profound Chinese culture awaits this tragic man to unveil its mysterious veil! Desire has been the catalyst for human progress for thousands of years, but it is also the poison that guides civilization towards destruction. What will be the result when human desires are out of control and puppets are manipulated? Will it be the favor of destiny or liberation from the shackles of fate? The plot of this book is characterized by its perplexing nature, and we welcome friends who are able to understand it to join our QQ group for discussion! QQ Group Number: (Okay! Shamelessly advertising my new book again! "The Ghost Hidden Behind a Smile" has more drafts this time, and I hope everyone will support it.)
147.18 Million words | 2020-12-19 15:41Update
A tattered maritime map from the Ming Dynasty, a mysterious and eerie voyage, a quest for the legendary shipwreck treasure. They ventured into the depths of the sea, delving into the enigmatic ancient wreckage. Little did they know, this was just the beginning of a terrifying nightmare - floating corpses beneath the sunken ship, lethal black-headed blind snakes, a centuries-old mummified sea monster, and the enigmatic figure in black with crimson cat eyes. Is it a treasure or a trap? A glowing jade pendant, a golden key - what do they symbolize? The hellish island, frozen ships on an icy surface, disappearing
157.49 Million words | 2021-05-14 20:22Update
In the dimly lit study, a sudden ring of the telephone on the desk signaled an imminent and terrifying change in my life. I am not a fortune teller, nor do I read celestial signs. In my eyes, the lines on my palms are completely powerless to reveal my future. I am not like the gypsies who can decipher fate from the patterns in wet tea leaves. My father's illness has reached a critical stage, and as I sat by his bedside last night, wiping the sweat from his brow, I knew that he may not hold on for much longer...
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That year, Yu Shu was sent to the Seeking Fragrance Pavilion by her own father; while Xiao Qi, the flamboyant and pleasure-seeking prince. A glance and she became his woman. Amidst the court disputes and calculating hearts, they ultimately missed each other in the passage of time. Many years later, she is now a somewhat famous painter, forced to enter the palace in disguise; while he, still high above, wielding great power as the prince. Inside the square palace walls, when the man who has always haunted her dreams stands before her, her immediate reaction is to turn and run. The man's expression is eerie, gripping her shoulder and pressing her against the cold wall, gnashing his teeth and wishing to skin her alive: 'He Yushu, we still have unfinished business.'
314.99 Million words | 2022-09-01 18:34Update
She, the smiling assassin, a genius with emotional intelligence, manipulates people effortlessly. But after transmigrating, she was bullied by an older man. She swore to take revenge and not let it go easily. Unexpectedly, he mistakenly identified her as his long-lost niece and showered her with love and affection. Since that’s the case… she might as well spend his money, borrow his influence, and dominate the world at her whim! 'Ninth Uncle, can you do something about the princess?' Even the prince of a neighboring country was helpless, the princess was getting too ambitious. Ninth Uncle casually smiled and said, 'You don't know, she's the one who controls me.' The prince of the neighboring country was dumbfounded!
255.46 Million words | 2022-01-24 12:30Update
Inherited from the illusory primordial chaos, emerged a reality that is close to reality yet bordering on the absurd. In the end of days, demons walked the earth. Feeding on both blood and souls, the giant bat-like creatures were vicious bloodthirsty beings with a hint of remaining sanity, while the massive and terrifying multi-legged monsters were intelligent but enslaved by other creatures. Countless never-before-seen bizarre ecosystems and all sorts of strange monsters roamed the land. The human race, on the brink of peril, would they continue to fight for survival? The ancient Chinese Han people, with their long-standing inheritance, could they ultimately reverse the madness?
354.52 Million words | 2020-08-10 01:36Update
【Pure Supernatural】 My girlfriend is pregnant, but the child is not mine. I asked her whose child it is. She actually told me she doesn't know either. What's even more eerie is that... my deceased girlfriend came to me, asking me to kill her child. Oh my god, can someone tell me why? Who the hell did I provoke? Reader QQ group: [group number]. Update time: confirmed as 12 PM in the morning and 5 PM in the afternoon. Usually two chapters are released. We'll try to update as frequently as possible. Your support is welcome.
289.53 Million words | 2022-05-02 20:58Update
When Leng Yue opened her eyes, she became the mother of two adorable little ones. With her one-year-old son and two-year-old daughter, who were so thin that their bones were visible, Leng Yue couldn't help but bitter smile. It seemed that fate had played a cruel trick on her. She hadn't even had a boyfriend yet, but now she had twins, along with an ailing father and a disabled husband. With responsibilities from top to bottom, their home lacked even the most basic necessities. In such poverty, Leng Yue rolled up her sleeves and took on the burden of supporting her family. Ensuring everyone's basic needs were met became her top priority.
345.31 Million words | 2021-03-26 05:18Update
There are over a thousand branches in Taoism, Buddhism flourishes everywhere, while the path of the Underworld remains little known! Unbound by the constraints of the Three Realms and Six Paths, unconstrained by the measurement of right and wrong, divination, dream interpretation, Feng Shui, exorcism, and ghost-catching, I declare myself the first, even Dao and Buddha must step aside!
508.87 Million words | 2021-10-14 18:27Update
When the countless stars open a door on the ground, disrupting the order of the seasons and causing havoc in the world, a Seasonal Master is born. With a snap of their fingers, the Summer Solstice Master brings forth a divine intervention...
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Yan Lingyue was the cherished princess of the King of Beiyuan, who went through the devastation of her nation, only to be reborn as the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister of the Great Zhou Dynasty. She was forced into marriage, destined to marry a fool? However, Zhou Ziyu, although mentally challenged, was exceptionally handsome and the beloved Ninth Prince of the Great Zhou. Seeking revenge, she donned a red dress and turned him into her foolish husband. In the depths of the palace, she played the role of a clever woman, fighting against the treacherous princess, and manipulating him to turn the Great Zhou upside down. Pretending to be a fool, he deceived her heart. It turned out that he was not truly foolish! This is a story of a pampered female protagonist versus a loyal male protagonist, where love and power are evenly matched!
34.59 Million words | 2022-05-19 04:14Update
Everyone's fate and power are determined at birth. Remember your birthday and strive to live on. Lin Fei: Male, born on [date] in the Gregorian calendar, belongs to the Aquarius zodiac sign, awakened. I am a Sagittarius, the divine archer. I am a Cancer, the Eight Dagger Heavenly King. I am a Libra, the External Balance. I am Gemini... What? What zodiac sign is born from a Cancer and Scorpio? Lin Fei, representative of Aquarius, with special abilities, aspires to collect all twelve zodiac signs and create the strongest constellation. As the doomsday approaches, quickly seek out your exclusive zodiac sign.
272.06 Million words | 2023-01-22 13:03Update
Tian Xiaoman accidentally traveled back in time and became a young wife in ancient times! Her husband, Liu Dacheng, has a crippled leg and a scarred face. He works as a laborer for the landlord's family in the village. Her stepson, Shuanzi, is four years old but seems mentally slow. Her mother-in-law and eldest brother-in-law's family are difficult to get along with. She herself has a bulky figure and just barely meets the average appearance standards. Their family is so poor that they can only afford wild vegetables and coarse grains. What's even worse is that she has already married, but everyone knows that she eloped with someone else, tarnishing her reputation...
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Just when she thought her insignificant life was over, she unexpectedly reincarnates into another girl. Though she is clueless about everything, she possesses the most precious of all relationships - family. With the turning of the fate's wheel, she becomes radiant and gains the most caring lover, eventually becoming the brightest star among jewelry designers.
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Elegance and Grace Series III: A continuation of 'Who is My Husband', the story of the indifferent daughter Qianle. A promiscuous wealthy playboy and a cold-hearted aristocrat who rejects even the most beautiful women. When they both fall in love with an ordinary girl who evokes both love and hatred, turning into rivals, who will emerge as the ultimate winner?
346.64 Million words | 2023-03-09 13:14Update
Murdering her own husband and fearing the consequences, Su Yijing's life ended tragically. It was all because of her ignorance and encountering the "Wolf Lord of Fortune." But fortunately, she was able to be reborn like a mung bean. Vowing to start anew and undergo a magnificent transformation, let's see how this young lady from a wealthy family extinguishes evil servants, battles the "Wolf" Lord, and changes her fate. She proceeds cautiously, but suddenly discovers that someone seems to share her experiences. Su, feeling pitiful: I have repaid everything I owed, but how should I face my husband? Lord Yu, raising an eyebrow and sneering: Is that so? I feel like it's far from enough for me.
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In her previous life, she exhaustingly assisted her husband, spending all her family fortune, groveling, scheming, and even sacrificing her life. But when he became successful, gaining titles and power, she became discarded like a worthless child. After ten years of marriage, she fell into a meticulously planned conspiracy and was wrongly accused of killing her own son, awaiting execution at the noon gate. In her reincarnation, she determined to abandon her conscience, rid herself of kindness, and transform into a vengeful ghost, living only for hatred, with the sole purpose of sending her enemies to hell one by one. However, when a person saw through her dark and corrupted heart, yet still willingly offered her unparalleled tenderness, and even unconditionally protected her, this venom
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