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The End of the World As We Know It

New Tales of Stephen King's The Stand

by Christopher Golden
Brian Keene
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An original short story anthology based on master storyteller Stephen King's #1 New York Times bestselling classic The Stand!
Since its initial publication in 1978, The Stand has been considered Stephen King's seminal masterpiece of apocalyptic fiction, with millions of copies sold and adapted twice for television. Although there are other extraordinary works exploring the unraveling of human society, none have been as influential as this iconic novel—generations of writers have been impacted by its dark yet ultimately hopeful vision of the end and new beginning of civilization, and its stunning array of characters.

Now for the first time, Stephen King has fully authorized a return to the harrowing world of The Stand through this original short story anthology as presented by award-winning authors and editors Christopher Golden and Brian Keene. Bringing together some of today's greatest and most visionary writers, The End of the World As We Know It features unforgettable, all-new stories set during and after (and some perhaps long after) the events of The Stand—brilliant, terrifying, and painfully human tales that will resonate with readers everywhere as an essential companion to the classic, bestselling novel.

Featuring an introduction by Stephen King, a foreword by Christopher Golden, and an afterword by Brian Keene. Contributors include Wayne Brady and Maurice Broaddus, Poppy Z. Brite, Somer Canon, C. Robert Cargill, Nat Cassidy, V. Castro, Richard Chizmar, S. A. Cosby, Tananarive Due and Steven Barnes, Meg Gardiner, Gabino Iglesias, Jonathan Janz, Alma Katsu, Caroline Kepnes, Michael Koryta, Sarah Langan, Joe R. Lansdale, Tim Lebbon, Josh Malerman, Ronald Malfi, Usman T. Malik, Premee Mohamed, Cynthia Pelayo, Hailey Piper, David J. Schow, Alex Segura, Bryan Smith, Paul Tremblay, Catherynne M. Valente, Bev Vincent, Catriona Ward, Chuck Wendig, Wrath James White, and Rio Youers.

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    August 19, 2025

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  • Reviews

    • Booklist

      Starred review from June 1, 2025
      Stephen King's iconic postapocalyptic dark fantasy The Stand, originally published in 1978, has entertained readers and influenced a generation of writers. In this weighty volume, 34 of them offer their takes on the characters and themes of the novel. The stories, divided into four sections, are organized loosely within the time line of the novel, ending with a possible future in David J. Schow's "Walk on Gilded Splinters," which in itself is reminiscent of Walter M. Miller Jr.'s classic A Canticle for Leibowitz. The stories vary from visceral and violent to philosophical, and the breadth and diversity of the included authors add depth to King's world. Gabino Iglasias takes readers on a melancholy journey through virus-ravaged Puerto Rico in "The Hope Boat" and Usman T. Malik imagines Mother Abagail's visions in Pakistan in "The Mosque at the End of the World." With a star-studded list of authors, including some outside the realm of the horror genre, this highly anticipated collection will garner a wide audience. Ardent fans, or as co-editor Brian Keene calls them, "constant readers," will relish the captivating and sometimes repulsive individuals that populate this homage to the battle of good versus evil and the effects of catastrophe that is human nature.

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    • Library Journal

      Starred review from June 1, 2025

      Award-winning authors Golden and Keene present, with Stephen King's blessing, a perfectly edited and consciously constructed anthology inspired by his 1978 postapocalyptic novel The Stand. It features 34 stories by writers from across the horror landscape, all of whom clearly hold a deep affection for the source material. Each story stands on its own, but laid out together, they effortlessly immerse readers in a connected world. The tales are arranged in four distinct sections. Part one features stories told as the flu is spreading, such as Tim Lebbon's beautiful and terrifying, "Grace," told from a space shuttle helplessly circling the Earth. Part two is set in the pandemic's aftermath, captured by S.A. Cosby's "The Legion of Swine," about a man coming to terms with the new world order. Part three unfolds in a future world after the events of The Stand, which Sarah Langan brilliantly depicts in "The Devil's Children," chillingly closing the story being told by this volume. Part four offers an epilogue of two final tales. An incredible achievement that manages to expand, enrich, and improve its source material. VERDICT A must-buy for every library, this is a spectacular tribute to the ultimate epic horror novel of the 20th century.

      Copyright 2025 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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