Greatest Stephen King book of all time

[Violet]

Hi. I'm violet. I am new member. I love Stephen King and have read everything he has written. It's hard to pick a favorite of all his work.
If I had to pick my favorite Stephen King novel it would have to be IT. I read it for the first time when I was 12 years old. I've reread it more times than I can remember and it still gives me nightmares. I was wondering if this novel is anyone else's favorite and if they had any thoughts or observations on this novel that they would like to talk about.

[aptpupil]

Hi Violet

I'm sure you'll find a few like-minded people on here with regards to "IT" - a fantastic novel.

I suspect, however, that a poll of the SKMB would show that "The Stand" is the most highly rated of SK's novels. However, it's not like the guy ever writes any bad ones, so every SK story has it's fans out there!

And welcome to the Board.

[JoeSherry]

It is definitely my personal favorite. It's a more intimate story than the STand, which I also love, but just hits home a lot more.

[Robert Gray]

I agree that it is his best book. Polls can go to blazes.

[michal]

It is a great book and it's on my Top Three list (right next to Wolves of the Calla and Salem's Lot). It's a real, old-fashion (yet modernly written) horror book and that crazy clown is a haunting image indeed.

[avidreader111]

I also think It is the best SK ever. The characters are so memorable. I was afraid to step away from the bedroom with its light and my husband nearby, even to go to the bathroom. Nevertheless, I could not stop reading it. I loved The Shining, and since I had a young son at the time I was crazed with fury with Jack. The Mist has a great relationship between father and son and I loved it.

[jacobtlong]

It is one of my faves. I didn't want it to end and I certainly want to read it again a few times in the future.

[kieronjs]

My all time fave, too, and I rate 'The Stand' and most other SK books, up to and including 'Duma Key' very highly indeed. 'It' was the first hardback book I ever bought new (with wages from my paper round), and is still probably the most satisfying novel I've ever read. It works on all fronts for me- scary, inspiring, and full of 'gotta know' info that is revealed with perfect timing. But I think what makes me love it most as I hit my late thirties is the way SK perfectly recaptures the joys and terrors of childhood. It's the closest you'll come to being able to revisit the past.

[thymeoperator]

its my favourite so far

[jaxter]

IT has my vote. its my favorite book