Stephen King has some serious issues.
And no, it’s not what you think.
While out on tour for Under the Dome, King hinted at two possible projects he may write. He is apparently finishing up another book, but he doesn’t know what he wants to do after it, the Master of Horror having two competing story ideas. Those of you who are writers probably know how difficult it is to be in that situation. Fighting stories can tear an author right down the middle.
Imagine Stephen King as a schizophrenic and the stories he would produce.
Truly frightening!
Instead, King seems to have found a solution: He has asked his readership to weigh in their thoughts:
“Hey, you guys—I saw a lot of you Constant Readers while I was touring for Under the Dome, and I must say you’re looking good. Thanks for turning out in such numbers, and thanks for all the nice things you’ve said about Under the Dome. There’ll be another book next year. It’s a good one, I think, but that’s not why I’m writing. I mentioned two potential projects while I was on the road, one a new Mid-World book (not directly about Roland Deschain, but yes, he and his friend Cuthbert are in it, hunting a skin-man, which are what werewolves are called in that lost kingdom) and a sequel to The Shining called Doctor Sleep. Are you interested in reading either of these? If so, which one turns your dials more? Ms. Mod will be counting your votes (and of course it all means nothing if the muse doesn’t speak). Meanwhile, thanks again for 2009.” — Stephen King
I think it is very cool that King has asked his fans what they want. A writer as prolific as King will obviously get to both projects but your vote could help him decide which direction to take.
Visit his message board HERE and vote for Doctor Sleep or The Wind Through the Keyhole!
I voted for the Dark Tower Mid-world book.
Make your vote known!
