This book is not just a frankly ironic King's account of his first literary efforts and rejections. success and fame bad habits and their overcoming a terrible accident in 1999, which forced the writer to rethink his life and finally, about love for the Woman who shares with him the greatest joys and supports him in the bitterest moments. Also in your hands is a valuable guide for authors of all genres who want to write better and be able to "sell themselves": the basics of style, working with the plot and characters, editing their own works, ways of entering the market and finding their niche. All of this is backed up with live examples of dos and don'ts - including an early draft of King's own story with the author's handwritten notes! Stephen King, sometimes surprising himself, shows how the plots of his books are rooted in life adventures and observations, grow out of completely unexpected details, how the author can take characters and events from life - but the characters and events invented by him are also ready to enter the author's life from the pages of his books. A pleasant bonus - two lists of high-quality literature recommended by the King of Horror!"On Writing" is both a witty and frank memoir of Stephen King, and a collection of advice from a successful writer for beginners based on his own experience. Only the most necessary and most important for authors of all genres who want to write books that will sell in millions around the world.Caution! Profanity!