“If you
want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and
write a lot.”
Stephen King
(n. 21 septembrie 1947)
Curious facts
about:
In 1999 King was
hit by a minivan. He suffered several injuries including a collapsed right
lung, multiple fractures in his right leg, scalp lacerations and a broken hip.
During his recovery period, he thought about retiring, but gave it up as ides
for Lisey’s Story came.
King tries to write a minimum of
2000 words a day.
He starred in George Romero’s film
Knightriders as an enthusiastic audience member.
He is such an outstanding writer. I think I once read that the only day of the year he doesn't write is Christmas Day.
ReplyDeleteI remember when he was hit by the minivan (I think he was walking his dog) and how touch-and-go it was.
I've seen him do cameos in his movies and that's always exciting. Positively love the quote above and it is absolutely true. It's something I try to emulate as much as I can.
I'm really loving these short little glimpses of famous authors, Carmen. What a cool idea for a weekly blog post!
He's at the top of the list of my favorite writers, alongside Agatha Christie, S. Maugham, J. Austen or Th. Hardy. It and The Shining the best, in my opinion from him.
ReplyDeleteI am glad you enjoy the idea of this weekly post. I wasn't sure people would read it. Thank you for checking it, Mae!
I sure do love your Wednesday Writing Wisdom posts, Carmen! Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary for enjoying this type of post and for commenting!
DeleteHe's amazing. I especially love The Stand. His advice is always spot on. Thanks for highlighting him.
ReplyDeleteI haven't read The Stand yet, but I will try to find time for it too. Many of his books were screened but except The Shining or Firestarter ( Carrie) the others are feeble attempts. Desperation is another example. I am glad I read the book first and saw the movie a couple of years later. The film was a disappointment.
DeleteThanks for checking the post, Flossie!
I love most of Stephen King's work. I enjoyed the TommyKnockers and Needful Things. His advice to authors is always sound.
ReplyDeleteHe really is the KING of horror. I love the psychological aspect. Thanks for checking the post, Daisy!
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