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Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog)
Stephen King

Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog)

Quick Answer

"Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog)" 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 companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Verdict Insight: While this novella provides deeper world-building, it is a standalone story and can be read at any stage.

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Three Past Midnight: "[The Library Policeman][1]" is set in Junction City, Iowa, an unlikely place for evil to be hiding. But for small businessman Sam Peebles, who thinks he may be losing his mind, another enemy is hiding there as well--the truth. If he can find it in time, he might stand a chance. Four Past Midnight: The flat surface of a Polaroid photograph becomes for fifteen-year-old Kevin Delevan an invitation to the supernatural. Old Pop Merrill, Castle Rock's sharpest trader, wants to crash the party for profit, but "[The Sun Dog][2]," a creature that shouldn't exist at all, is a very dangerous investment. ---------- Also contained in: - [Four Past Midnight][3] [1]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL14917299W/The_Library_Policeman [2]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL14916850W/The_Sun_Dog [3]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL81606W/Four_Past_Midnight
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The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift

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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 Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog)?

This is a companion work that enriches the lore but is not strictly necessary to follow the main plot.

Can I read Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog) before other books in the series?

Yes. Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog) is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog) 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 Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog) in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Novellas (Library Policeman / Sun Dog) is The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift (Book #null).