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Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos
Stephen King

Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos

Quick Answer

"Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos" 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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2002400 ppOptional Side Story
When H. P. Lovecraft first introduced his macabre universe in the pages of <i>Weird Tales </i>magazine, the response was electrifying. Gifted writers—among them his closest peers—added sinister new elements to the fear-drenched landscape. Here are some of the most famous original stories from the pulp era that played a pivotal role in reflecting the master’s dark vision. <br>  <br> <b>FANE OF THE BLACK PHARAOH by Robert Bloch:</b> A man obsessed with unearthing dark secrets succumbs to the lure of the forbidden.<br> <b>BELLS OF HORROR by Henry Kuttner:</b> Infernal chimes ring the promise of dementia and mutilation.<br> <b>THE FIRE OF ASSHURBANIPAL by Robert E. Howard:</b> In the burning Afghan desert, a young American unleashes an ancient curse.<br> <b>THE ABYSS by Robert A. W. Lowndes:</b> A hypnotized man finds himself in an alternate universe, trapped on a high wire between life and death. <br>  <br> <b>AND SIXTEEN MORE TALES OF ICY TERROR . . .</b><br> <b> </b><br> THE THING ON THE ROOF by Robert E. Howard<br> THE SEVEN GEASES by Clark Ashton Smith<br> THE INVADERS by Henry Kuttner<br> THE THING THAT WALKED ON THE WIND by August Derleth<br> ITHAQUA by August Derleth<br> THE LAIR OF THE STAR-SPAWN by August Derleth & Mark Schorer<br> THE LORD OF ILLUSION by E. Hoffmann Price<br> THE WARDER OF KNOWLEDGE by Richard F. Searight<br> THE SCOURGE OF B’MOTH by Bertram Russell<br> THE HOUSE OF THE WORM by Mearle Prout<br> SPAWN OF THE GREEN ABYSS by C. Hall Thompson<br> THE GUARDIAN OF THE BOOK by Henry Hasse<br> MUSIC OF THE STARS by Duane W. Rimel<br> THE AQUARIUM by Carl Jacobi<br> THE HORROR OUT OF LOVECRAFT by Donald A. Wollheim<br> TO ARKHAM AND THE STARS by Fritz Leiber
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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 Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos?

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

Can I read Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos before other books in the series?

Yes. Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos is an optional side story and can be read at any time without spoiling the main series plot.

Is Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos 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 Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos in the reading order?

The next recommended book after Tales Of The Lovecraft Mythos is The Stephen King Collection. Stories From Night Shift (Book #null).