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“There were people who lied for gain, people who lied from pain, people who lied simply because the concept of telling the truth was utterly alien to them . . . and then there were people who lied because they were waiting for it to be time to tell the truth.”

Quote by Stephen King

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Needful Things

In this suspenseful and chilling story, a mysterious figure arrives in a small town, bringing with him a sense of dread and the promise of supernatural abilities. As the townspeople's lives begin to intertwine with his, strange and unexplainable events occur, leading to a gripping examination of the human psyche and the perils of seeking power. more

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Stephen King
Stephen King

Stephen King, born on September 21, 1947, is a renowned American author. His works primarily focus on horror, fantasy, and science fiction, and have won him a wide audience. King has received numerous literary awards in the United States, including the Edgar Allan Poe Award and the World Fantasy Award. more

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