Stephen King Reads from His Book, If It Bleeds

[@solitarywoman88]

please, live forever Mr.King, cause i can't imagine my (or anyone's) life without your masterpieces

[@janupczak5059]

Amen!!😊✌

[@DandyLioness83]

Yes! Amen to that!

[@THFCMarcelo]

even when he passes, he's written so many that it would take a life time to read, re-read, and re-read all of them.

[@saulgoodman7858]

I hope he lives to 120.

[@gracyloufreebush7831]

Is he ill? He cannot!

[@janinas.5965]

Stephen King "I hope you like it" Me...." I loved it before you even opened the book."

[@jessicab2409]

Janina S. I mean honestly just seeing that this video was eight minutes long made me emotional lol

[@janinas.5965]

@@jessicab2409Agree. I think he affects all his constant readers that way.

[@metanoiabooks3729]

I said "oh, I will" 😂♥️

[@espy77]

Janina S. IKR

[@SamanthaKimDean]

Janina S. What’s your fave Stephen King novel/story? Always curious what King fans love the most from him.

[@danielcorey2156]

This book is the one thing that’s made the last 2 months tolerable. There is nothing better than a King novella collection!

[@tmseh]

Sweet buttery Jesus! 'Bout time. This current story that began at 666, 5th Avenue is getting *really* scary.

[@MichaelWilliams-cd9if]

How did you get it two months ago if it's yet to be released?

[@Elphaba1952]

@@MichaelWilliams-cd9if I was wondering the same thing!

[@mandelbot5318]

An ARC, I would imagine

[@espy77]

Daniel Corey ssssoooo true

[@janupczak5059]

Can't wait for this one... Haven't missed one of his since 1977, when a friend gave me a book called Salem's Lot. I was a young woman, pregnant with my second child. My husband was out playing poker one evening, so I put my young son to bed and sat down for a quiet little read. I ended up phoning my husband to come home because I had to go to the bathroom and I was too scared to walk through the house alone! Now I'm 66, and have been a Constant Reader my whole adult life. What would we do without these books?? Looking forward to another wild ride...Stay safe everyone.

[@dianegordon9713]

Jan Upczak me too. Started reading his stuff in 78. Have hard copy of everything he’s published

[@Mineminemine8]

I remember being 16, 1984-ish, and reading Salem’s Lot late at night. I was absolutely terrified. I was sleeping over at my boyfriend’s (his parents were VERY progressive) and kept “accidentally” kicking him to wake him up because I was also scared to go to the bathroom by myself. Danny Glick was certain to be hanging out in front of the bathroom window...

[@janupczak5059]

@@Mineminemine8 I know!!! I just KNEW Danny Glick would be at the bathroom window, lol! I still do sometimes!😵

[@janupczak5059]

@@dianegordon9713 👍👍👍👍❤

[@patriciaeroz5828]

Dear Jan Upczak, 👍 💃🏽

[@Da_Most_Shady]

I'm still amazed by how easy it is for King to pull me into his stories.

[@sk70091]

He's a master storyteller for sure!

[@jennyhildebrand9335]

A Master Satanist too! Yeah ya missed that part..go ask King what color his Robe is! Go On!

[@rachelwood9438]

Yes, that lovely bastard ❤

[@espy77]

Da_Most_Shady exactly

[@donivanrobertsii7618]

Ikr

[@sleepyandroid6904]

Stephen King is America's weird, but lovable grandpa.

[@Digitalhunny]

I'll take 'weird' over creepy _anyday!_ 😆😆

[@MrsSZim]

I wish he were my dad! I love him! Big fan for over 35 yrs. He is the best writer, can really tell a story!

[@gregamerson9172]

Mr king I'd like to give you a great big ol THANK YOU for all the entertainment you have given me. As far as I know I've got everything you've published. So please keepem coming you're the BEST😎😎

[@Solarneutrinostar]

Digitalhunny that’s questionable 😂🤣😂

[@buddyguy4723]

ya hes crazy. dont listen to him..... well listen to him but hes crazy

[@susanrotella7647]

A true master,there will never be another like him.

[@tiarradacostagomez7779]

❤

[@adrianbooklecter7545]

Amen

[@wayne909]

Not with that attitude

[@healthygirl412]

@@wayne909 what attitude? Hes very nice.

[@wayne909]

@@healthygirl412 I'm not talking about Stephen

[@RameenFallschirmjager]

I grow up with this guy's books! I live in iran and I couldn't access his works when I was younger, but I didn't give up and I managed to read his masterpieces. Until about 7 years ago everything changed! I bought a kindle paperwhite(yeah, it's still working) and I read all of his works on it! Actually I learnt english from his books! And every one of his works are very special and personal to me and in the time period that I was reading them my life was like the stories in his books too! Somehow his characters resonate with me a lot! The last time that I could imagine myself in his work was a few month ago when Iran regime shut down the internet and was busy killing its own people I could imagine myself living in his book "Under the dome"! I could feel how exactly felt the characters in that novel. I love this guy, he's awesome, and I hope someday I can live in america and I buy all of his books legally, because I can't buy his books here in iran. Sorry stephen, I had to resort to piracy to read your books! But I promise as soon as I could live in a free country, I will buy all of your works!

[@patriciaeroz5828]

Dear Rameen Alikhani, 👍 💃🏽

[@lauraboehmer6]

Somehow I don't think he'd mind. You learned a WHOLE new language just from his books! No I don't condone piracy especially for Kings works but if it helped someone and to read the joy it had helped them it makes me smile! He's my top favorite author

[@dividedconquered3784]

Wow! That broke my heart! Books are gifts and stay with you forever, especially from childhood! I didn't start reading his books till 28 years old, my abusive ex didn't let me read! I have read almost 10 and I love them all! 💖 I am glad for kindle also! God bless you! 🙏💖 Have you read any of his books by Richard Bachman???

[@mdtaylor2274]

I also use the Kindle and love reading his books on it. I'm in Europe and when our government and surroundings are not going well, it's just great to read Stephen King's books and imagine you're in another place. Stay safe brother and safe travels.

[@RameenFallschirmjager]

@@patriciaeroz5828 🙌🙌

[@alexcraft7548]

I just love everything about him. Jesus christ what a cool dude.

[@espy77]

That’s what I said lol 😂

[@DandyLioness83]

Right!

[@fatooshtkd]

Please don't swear and use God's name in that manner. Not impressed.

[@DarlingMissDarling]

@@fatooshtkd you must be a blast at parties.

[@DarKoGameplaysyMas]

@@fatooshtkd lol

[@wattsfork1]

A constant reader who can't wait to read this! Holly Gibney! A rare surprise, thanks to The King!

[@cooperminion825]

I haven't heard that name in ages. Was she the skinny girl with the orange and green hair?

[@shealunalee8856]

Cooper Minion She’s a character who’s a medium from his book called The Outsider

[@cooperminion825]

@@shealunalee8856 now I remember her. She was the female partner in the Mr. Mercedes trilogy. I lost my copies after being ordered to clean my "library". It was a mess but I had everything where I could find it. Now I can't find anything

[@espy77]

wattsfork1 he’s amazing right

[@mrsmacca126]

wattsfork1 I’m so confused with Holly Gibney. I didn’t realize she is black.... in the Trilogy: Mr. Mercedes, etc... his characters are so clearly depicted!!!!! Same thing with Abbra. I hope Mr. King hasn’t developed J.K.Rowling ( guilty white author) syndrome

[@niinak39]

Kinda teared up on the "since it's just me and you. Constant Reader"

[@stacylarge5636]

Same with a twinkle in those eyes just for us

[@OldHeathen1963]

Get a room .. 🤣🤡

[@spaceacekaitlin333]

@@OldHeathen1963read a book.

[@TheBookNerd11]

Do you know how long it's been since I was excited for someone to read to me? I got all snuggled into the couch with a blanket and enjoyed story time! Looking forward to reading the book to see what happens!

[@patriciaeroz5828]

Dear Melissa Frazell, 👍 💃🏽

[@stephen.edwinking]

The King is back!

[@tmseh]

I don't think he every left. 😉

[@sjsphotog]

Did he ever leave? Well ok maybe for a bit but not in the last 10 years! :)

[@lottenielsen9667]

And don't you ever leave, Stephen! I love your stories and and in them, your sense of humour. With love from Denmark.

[@johnd7760]

@@lottenielsen9667 lol hes not the real one, girl/boy.just another fake account of a sad boy who needs subs for smth..

[@Opalewitch]

@@johnd7760 i checked his account , he's just probably a fan of Master King , nothing too alarming

[@conniemalone2592]

Thank you so much. It is my privilege to be your Constant Reader.

[@williamshaw9047]

"Nemo me impune lecissat" is the family motto of the protagonist in Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado."

[@RyanHipp]

William Shaw for the love of God!

[@guisccp99]

@@RyanHipp yes, for the love of God!

[@geddhead1971]

wouldn't it be awesome if Mr King would start a project reading his own books from the present (or past)and release them as audio books ???

[@metanoiabooks3729]

That would be amazing.

[@angiemitchell6545]

Yes! Definitely something I need in life!

[@DandyLioness83]

Oh my Gosh! Then I'd have to go back and repurchase all of his audio books that I have again!.....and I totally would!😜

[@titusmccarthy]

There are several audiobooks read by him already.

[@theempress1104]

OMG Yes please!!!!

[@deepoe6636]

I can't wait!! I wish Stephen King could read all of his books to me! This is gonna be great!

[@chicotheminecraft8399]

When is it released

[@AmberGabriel1295]

@@chicotheminecraft8399 next week

[@chicotheminecraft8399]

Thx you so much I can’t wait to get it from Walmart

[@babyteeth4]

Thank you Steve for giving us something to look forward to during this pandemic! Can't wait for the full book!

[@theericbeaty]

I could listen to Mr. King read all day. Loving the continuation of familiar characters like Holly Gibney. Been a long time since we've had that treat. Can't wait to listen to the rest.

[@Andidejager.]

I love the way Stephen king narrates his own stories. I've got the desperation audiobook narrated by King but I wish all my audiobooks were! It's the same with Douglas Adams except he's narrated all of his books because there are so few of them. Also, what a great first chapter! I want more!

[@sjsphotog]

I hope you listend to the first 4 The Dark Tower audiobooks by Frank Muller (RIP), especially Wizard and Glass. OH MY he is a master doing all the different voices in there (both male and female) a true legend and #gonetoosoon :(

[@Andidejager.]

@@sjsphotog oh yeah, Frank Muller is an absolute legend when it comes to audiobooks. I have found 2 dark tower books narrated by him on audible but the other ones are narrated by someone else and I'd prefer to have the whole series narrated by 1 person. Preferably frank muller. Have you heard him do 1984? That was my first frank muller experience and I've been a fan ever since.

[@samlerf]

2000: On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft (read by Stephen King), Simon & Schuster Audio 2004: Salem's Lot (introduction), Simon & Schuster Audio 2005 (Audible: 2000): Bag of Bones (read by Stephen King), Simon & Schuster Audio 2016: Desperation (read by Stephen king), Simon & Schuster Audio 2018: Elevation (read by Stephen King), Simon & Schuster Audio

[@traekas7228]

Andi de Jager, Wow, you have “Desperation” on audiobook? I got the hardcover when it was 1st released. And “The Regulators”, which is the companion novel to “Desperation”, released at the same time. Not the boxed set. My long-ago ex got possession of “Regulators”, and I got the other, better (I thought) novel. My books are here, somewhere. I’d love to locate the one that I kept, right about now.

[@traekas7228]

samlerf, “Elevation” must be one I’ve missed.

[@ncdefoster]

Way to GIVE back!! Thank you, Stephen King

[@tyegrey_gamr]

Thank you Mr. King, Long days and pleasant nights constant readers

[@aphrospice]

Long time fan here, looking forward to this! Thank you for hosting and giving fans a connection their favorite authors!

[@diogoferreira5977]

You’re a treasure, Mr. King. Never leave us.

[@johnnydiamond79]

I am looking forward to reading this book and getting away from the troubles of the world for awhile. God bless 🙏 you and your family, Stephen King. And please stay safe!!!!

[@VideosOfRandomContext]

I can finally drift away from this world...*finally*

[@ninodeoliveira5854]

You can only hope this pandemic ends. And remember, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.

[@jayjayjay909]

Amazon told me my copy will arrive next Thursday and it made my day! Can’t wait! Thank you for reading to us. Stay safe and healthy.

[@allanrousselle]

Cannot wait! I'll also say, in case anyone is listening, that while there are many talented book readers who do Mr. King's work justice, I simply love, love, love hearing Mr. King read his own work. His command of voice is simply amazing.

[@adrianaboga8361]

Indeed

[@lukeskywalker6809]

Thank you for taking the time to read to your fans, Mr. King.

[@DebbieCarrington]

Thank you for the treat, Mr. King. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the story next week!

[@anyoldhandle]

Who else got wide eyed shocked towards the end, fingers covering my mouth. 😱

[@michellewillms6191]

I loved the reading. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this for us. I pre-ordered this book as soon as I received notice of it and I've been anxiously awaiting its arrival for months! Books are definitely a necessary commodity during this safe-at-home period, ESPECIALLY your books. I'm hoping I still receive your book on the release date.

[@IlainME_sewcraftyme]

I ordered the book from Amazon as soon as it was announced. Rec'd an email from them a week or so ago telling me that they couldn't deliver it on the release day. Bummer. So I went to Audible & ordered it. When - or IF this ol world ever gets back to normal, I will order a hardcover because I always buy a hardcover of your books. Thank You for making this world a better place for me, and I am sure so many others. I'd love if Holly Gibney and Roland met up. Probably never happen but what a time that would be. Stay safe, and please give our best to Tabitha. She's still one of my all time favorite authors.

[@samlerf]

But why Amazon?

[@martinezgerard]

Reading this now. The first story, Mr. Harrigan’s Phone, is superb.

[@caribegal]

Agree Read it yesterday.

[@TheMsTrotter]

Agreed. I even shed a tear or 2

[@patriciaeroz5828]

Dear Gerard Martinez, 👍 💃🏽

[@lbentforleather9654]

Yeah that one is brilliant!

[@tabathasheffroth7981]

Got the book this morning and just finished Mr. Harrigan. Worth waiting for.

[@PaulSmith-sv5rg]

The master storyteller reading to us. It doesn't get any better!

[@daianaarazi22]

ohhh such a GREAT present! what a joy to be a constant reader of stephen King

[@lindaburley9813]

Sounds like another King classic to add to the book shelf. Thank you from this constant reader.

[@jeannethomas5165]

This was the best way to start my weekend!! Thank you so much for reading it to us, your Constant Readers!!!

[@jaceek2030]

I never thought I'd be even as close as "socially distanced" to my favorite author of all time.. the amazingly terrific Stephen King. I'm giddy with excitement!

[@annemariekaczorowski1863]

Can’t wait to read the rest of the story. Thank you

[@PacTheOne]

May he live forever.. what a great guy what a time to be alive to listen to his genius

[@kimramirez5301]

Pre-Ordered If It Bleeds as soon as it was available. Just like all your books. HUGE bonus anytime you read to us! I love all the books you narrated hoping you might do more. Keep the amazing albeit on occasion heart stopping stories coming :-) huge fan since age 11 and Carrie released in 1974.

[@sherreewilson925]

Kim R I was just watching it and decided to check utube for any news and SK, announced he had a new book out.

[@777peacelove]

The best thing you can ever get. A book written by Stephen King, that is being read to you by Stephen King himself!! Thank you Stephen King...Take care and stay safe!

[@CKotaGo7]

Thank you for reading it in your voice and not doing a falsetto when Mrs. Keller is speaking. You've intrigued me. I'm looking forward to reading the rest.

[@leo3froh]

This man is a living legend on story telling, i love his style from first books.

[@debgordon6945]

So excited for this! I love the Holly character! Thank you Mr. King!

[@j.d.thompson3505]

Yes! I'm hooked. The little local bookstore remains open for curbside pick up. Should be a perfect pandemic companion.

[@crystalsharp6685]

O my gosh! That was the best thing I've heard in forever, Stephen king reading to me, this clearly amazing story that he wrote! And right here so close to my birthday! That was about the best birthday present I could ask for, next to meeting him in person! I'm getting this book A.S.A.P! Thanks For Doing This Mr Stephen King! Amazing!

[@patriciaeroz5828]

Dear Crystal Sharp, 👍 💃🏽

[@ritasworld6345]

I can't love Uncle Stevie more... thank you! Am I starting to think like him after all the years of constant reading? Because as soon as I heard a guy delivering a package to a school put me to think about a boom boom. I cannot wait to read more about this story. Love the title. Heck, love Stephen. 🤷‍♀️💖💖💖

[@blubyu2010ify]

Stephen King, greatest writer ever! Looking so forward to If It Bleeds.

[@kentuckywolf6096]

My son's namesake...always a pleasure to see & esp hear The King read. Thanks for your time during this crazy time.

[@tonyjambor1984]

Can’t read to read the book. Sounds like a very interesting collection of stories. Love how the story King read seems to start off happy but turns dark very quick.

[@sloughran4495]

That my friends is how you hook a reader. Sounds like another piece of solid gold from the master.

[@blues713317]

Can't wait to buy and read! Great video, thank you all!

[@at40montages]

"Edward Hopper, the patron saint of social distancing" That's just brilliant.

[@stephdeferie5662]

steve, i could listen to you all day!!!! can't wait to find out what happens next!!!!

[@debalvey4656]

His audiobooks have kept me sane these last few weeks. Have read everything since Carrie when I was in 7th grade. He’s like a favorite uncle that comes by every once in a while and tells the best stories!

[@mrargus]

What an amazing human being! Thank you!!!! Waiting to be released in Brazil

[@adrianaboga8361]

The world needs more Stephen Kings.

[@enessbekcii]

This video is a big gift for constant reader! Thank you King! Thank you Master!

[@loslibrosdecalavera]

Wonderful moment!! LONG LIVE THE KING!!!!!

[@blessedb.8690]

Stephen King is definitely one of my very favorite authors. Thank you for sharing this ❤️.

[@jorgedumeynieu1118]

stephen king is the supreme master

[@sherryforte2721]

I can't wait to read this, just finished The Institute! Thank you for reading this short section!

[@BaldingClamydia]

[@sandy_the_hippy]

There are loads of audio versions available read by the man himself. On writing, and Bag of Bones are personal favourites

[@adrianaboga8361]

I know..me too. I know it sounds greedy, but, I cannot help it.

[@SusanMillard]

Thank you Stephen from one of your Constant Readers in northern Ontario Canada. 🖐😷 You, Sir, are my FAVORITE author. That was awesome! I need to have this book in my collection and I will! You have whet my appetite for if It Bleeds and more of your stories. Having you read that first chapter will resound in my head as I read it once the book is in my hands. 💖

[@mrwhale7351]

I love how almost everyone agrees holly gibney is one of the best including king himself

[@titusmccarthy]

I can't stand her character. She's even worse in print than she is on screen (TV). I couldn't get through Mr. Mercedes or Finders Keepers. Awful, awful writing and an awful, awful character. Whatever touch SK once had is now gone. He'll never write another Stand or another Green Mile or another Misery. I'll skip this one and wait for his next work. Hopefully it has some original content.

[@goonsgoons1]

Titus McCarthy have u read Wind Through the Keyhole? On par with classic King imo.

[@sdreedauthor7577]

I could listen to him talk all day, say thankee. The greatest storyteller of our generation.

[@Hayleigh924]

Oop I need that shirt now 🥺 my fave story

[@3inumon]

Me too

[@Sarahonwheels]

It's become my favorite book! I love Pennywise and I hope that he does a proper sequel (i know that he and Maturin the Turtle appear in other books. I'm on book three of the dark tower) But if he could return to the shining, then he might with it

[@sjsphotog]

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[@Kazza_8240]

Me too - it would go with my Losers Club badge that I wear with pride ✌🏻

[@DJMaul1031]

I've been reading King for over 40 years. Still blows my mind how, like a fish, I never see the hook coming til it rips through my jaw and catches me. That was fun. Can't wait to get the book.

[@catladybev]

This sounds great! Can't wait to read it.

[@dominicwyartt3598]

Time for another collection from Uncle Steve. He’s my favourite and he is just an amazing man.

[@ChrilleA]

Thank you from a Constant Reader in 🇸🇪

[@EdwardMoloughney]

Now I gotta read this one next! Thanks for reading that to us, stay safe!

[@CarolineMitchell]

Loved this, thank you Mr King, always a pleasure to hear you read.

[@presillahinojo8663]

There is nothing better in Literature Life than to have the King read a chapter of his own work. I have chills all over!!!

[@Njx063]

This is my first English book I’m so happy haha😁 I’m still kinda young (13) so I’ll have to try hard to understand everything that is going on but I’m happy that it’s a book from Stephen king since I’ve heard that he’s one of the best writers really excited to read it!

[@cwaddill]

Thank you for the reading Mr. King. I've pre-ordered your book and can't wait to receive it!

[@dianegonzales6949]

Thank-you Stephen, I love your books and could listen to you read all day.

[@TristanaPalmer]

Is there anything better than Uncle Stevie reading his own book to us, constant readers? Love you so much dear Sir 💖

[@qwerty8382]

I would lay down my life for this man

[@DrNizai]

Can’t wait to read it ! I grew up and walked trough huge difficulties thanks to Stephen King’s books.They gave me hope and still helping me to be myself.

[@billbillings913]

Can’t wait for more Holly (and her voice, Will Patton)!

[@simonenieuwenhuis6553]

Can't wait until it is published in The Netherlands! Thank you for reading to us Mr. King!

[@francinemeza869]

Sounds good Thank you Stephen King 👍👍 can't wait to buy the book

[@Talkingpage]

Thank you! 🤩 I enjoyed it so much! Stay safe you too😊

[@Debn627]

I’m hooked. Great chapter. My next read. Thanks for this

[@Lisa-pb3qp]

So proud to be a constant reader, Carrie being my first horror novel in 1978.

[@scottlovett6541]

Thankee Sai King!! May your days be long upon the earth.

[@johnbroxon5586]

I will always love his work. I will always be a fan thank you Stephen

[@michelleolsen6336]

Loved it!! Thank you!

[@tltinker1877]

Thank you, Mr. King!! What a joy to listen to you read your work. As always, I can't wait to listen & read. Sincerely, Another Constant Reader

[@ToolOfTejabe]

Thank you Mr. King! ❤

[@lukegerdeman9935]

Thank you, constant readers :)

[@sean2005]

Awesome chapter!!! Intrigued and can’t wait to read it!!!!!

[@jenne0178]

My mom read your books since over 20 years and I started reading in the age of 15 too. Now I'm 18 and happy to have your stories 😊

[@whowhatwheresg]

I like Holly Gibney too ever since the Hodges Trilogy! Didn't like how she was treated in the TV series however and how much it deviated from the source novel but I digress.

[@surrealdynamics4077]

Omg, this sounds fantastic! I've gotta read this. Cheers, Mr King!

[@paulbell9957]

Was looking forward to this coming out. Now I'm really looking forward to this coming out 😊😊

[@Heymymy-oy9ur]

Here is the only author who has delighted me for over 40 years, and who, by this reading, gives me the feeling of being "even closer than usual. Bravo for his "wink" with the mask on the face, he takes off the mask and ... opens the book! I am French, in France, and I salute you, Mr. King, you who have NEVER disappointed me in these four decades ... My Stephen King favorites? "La Tour Sombre" & "Pet Semetery" and finally "Hodges trilogy" ("The Stand", to finish!) Respectful greetings, Sir KIng.

[@lizperlerichsen5344]

I want more! That was amazing.

[@deifor]

Mr. King, you are a master of horror and I have read most of your older books. I am now, as you, living in a horror novel, hopefully not as bad as The Stand but since this is one that everybody is living through, is scarier.