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Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People)
Stephen King

Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People)

Quick Answer

"Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People)" 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.

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A mysterious phone call ends in death inSorry, Right Number presented in a full-cast dramatization. A gambling addict trying to pay off his debts gets more than he bargained for in Popsy. Nicotine withdrawal leads to horrifying consequences in The Ten O'Clock People. And Stephen King puts his mark on a timeless Hindu fable in The Beggar and the Diamond,and also offers rare insights into the creation of the entire collection in a special afterword in his own distinctive voice. ([source][1]) ---------- Contains: - Popsy - Sorry, Right Number - [The Ten O'Clock People][2] - The Beggar and the Diamond Also contained in: - [Nightmares & Dreamscapes][3] [1]: https://www.stephenking.com/library/audiobook/sorry_right_number_and_other_stories.html [2]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL19650723W/The_Ten_O'Clock_People [3]: https://openlibrary.org/works/OL81604W/Nightmares_Dreamscapes
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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

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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 Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People)?

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

Can I read Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People) before other books in the series?

Yes. Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People) is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People) 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 Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People) in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Sorry, Right Number And Other Stories (Beggar And The Diamond / Popsy / Sorry, Right Number / Ten O'clock People) is The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift (Book #null).

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