The King of Horror, Stephen King, is the author behind many iconic stories, but there are plenty of terrifying books from other authors worth checking out. Stephen Kings books are hugely popular, and the author is especially known for his horror works, such as It, Carrie, and Salems Lot. While he has also written titles in other genres, King is most prominent as a horror author. Over the years, he has introduced tropes and a style of literature that has changed the genre forever.