"Fiction is the truth inside a lie." ― Stephen King Fiction From Stephen King Novelist Added on 1/31/2026 About Stephen King American novelist and short-story writer known for horror, suspense, and supernatural fiction. His notable works include Carrie, The Shining, It, and The Stand. He has also written nonfiction on writing and his literary career. Born: 1947-09-21 View all quotes from Stephen King
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