BookPath
Book # of 241 in CollectionsStatus: Ongoing
It Grows On You And Other Stories
Stephen King

It Grows On You And Other Stories

Quick Answer

"It Grows On You And Other Stories" is an optional companion work. It can be read at any time, though it is usually best enjoyed after reading the first few core novels of the Collections.

Quick Verdict

🟡 Optional side story — not required for main plot

There are multiple ways to approach this series. Our recommended order is optimized for first-time readers.

❓ Can I skip this book?
✅ Yes — Optional

This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.

Verdict Insight: This is a comprehensive collection and bundle of the Stephen King's works. It typically offers significantly better value than buying the titles individually.

Is this helpful?
20095 ppOptional Side StoryWikidataSource
Set in the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine<br/><br/>For the first time on CD! Vintage Stephen King at a great low price!<br/><br/>Stephen King's unparalleled imagination is in full force in this collection of four unabridged short stories originally found in the classic, Nightmares & Dreamscapes. An all-star cast of readers bring to life these timeless stories from the darkest places.<br/><br/>An infamous house in Castle Rock takes on a life of its own in It Grows on You. In The Fifth Quarter, a crook seeks to avenge his friend's death and to piece together a map to stolen treasure that his buddy died trying to claim. A nightly free rock-androll concert carries a hidden price in You Know They Got a Hell of a Band. And a tabloid reporter's pursuit of a brutal killer could turn deadly in in The Night Flier.<br/><br/>Stephen King, Gary Sinise, Grace Slick and Frank Muller lend their voices to this haunting collection of classic stories that no Stephen King fan should be without.
Buy on Amazon
Next Recommended Book

The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift

Book # of 241 in Series

View Next Book →
Listen on AudibleBest for commuting

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

medium Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Collections conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading It Grows On You And Other Stories?

This is a side story that can be safely bypassed without losing any context for the main series.

Can I read It Grows On You And Other Stories before other books in the series?

Yes. It Grows On You And Other Stories is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is It Grows On You And Other Stories required reading for the Collections?

No, it is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not essential to the central storyline.

What comes after It Grows On You And Other Stories in the reading order?

The next recommended book after It Grows On You And Other Stories is The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift (Book #null).

More by Stephen King

The Year's Best Fantasy And Horror--ninth Annual Collection

The Year's Best Fantasy And Horror--ninth Annual Collection

1996

The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift

The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift

2005

The Stand [1/2]

The Stand [1/2]

1978

Gray Matter And Other Stories From Night Shift

Gray Matter And Other Stories From Night Shift

1993