Stephen King

Stephen Edwin King, born on September 21, 1947, is a prolific American author recognized for his contributions to horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, crime, science fiction, and fantasy. With 63 published novels, including works under the pen name Richard Bachman, and numerous short stories, King has sold over 350 million copies of his books, many of which have been adapted into various media. His accolades include several prestigious awards, such as the Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters from the National Book Foundation and the National Medal of Arts from the U.S. National Endowment for the Arts, underscoring his significant impact on American literature.