1
by Shirley Jackson
02006
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a haunting and melancholic tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
10 Best Books Like The Shining
If you loved The Shining by Stephen King, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
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The best books like The Shining are:
- 1The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson0
- 2The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty0
- 3Later by Stephen King0
- 4Horrorstör by Grady Hendrix4.1
- 5Pet Sematary: A Novel by Stephen King4.6
- 6Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia0
- 7Frankenstein by Mary Shelley4.5
- 8Dracula by Bram Stoker4.0
- 9Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice0#1
- 10John Dies at the End by David Wong3.9
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When recovering alcoholic writer Jack Torrance takes a job as winter caretaker at the remote Overlook Hotel, the isolation and supernatural forces drive him toward madness while threatening his wife a
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2
by William Peter Blatty
01994
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a deeply unsettling tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
3
by Stephen King
0
Why you'll love it:
Another Stephen King book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
4
by Grady Hendrix
4.12014248 pages
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a darkly comedic horror tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
5
by Stephen King
4.62017560 pages
Why you'll love it:
Another Stephen King book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
7
by Mary Shelley
4.52004352 pages
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a melancholic and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
8
by Bram Stoker
4.01897488 pages
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a gothic and atmospheric tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
9
Interview with the Vampire
Vampire Chronicles #1 (works standalone)by Anne Rice
02014368 pages
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a melancholic and seductive tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
10
by David Wong
3.92007362 pages
Why you'll love it:
This horror shares a absurdly irreverent tone that will resonate with The Shining fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Shining
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Haunting of Hill House | Shirley Jackson | 0 | 2006 | — | Closest match |
| The Exorcist | William Peter Blatty | 0 | 1994 | — | Similar vibes |
| Later | Stephen King | 0 | — | — | Same author |
| Horrorstör | Grady Hendrix | 4.1 | 2014 | 248 | Similar vibes |
| Pet Sematary: A Novel | Stephen King | 4.6 | 2017 | 560 | Same author |
| Mexican Gothic | Silvia Moreno-Garcia | 0 | 2020 | — | Similar vibes |
| Frankenstein | Mary Shelley | 4.5 | 2004 | 352 | Similar vibes |
| Dracula | Bram Stoker | 4.0 | 1897 | 488 | Similar vibes |
| Interview with the Vampire | Anne Rice | 0 | 2014 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| John Dies at the End | David Wong | 3.9 | 2007 | 362 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Shining?
The most similar books to The Shining are The Haunting of Hill House, The Exorcist, Later.
What should I read after The Shining?
After finishing The Shining, readers most commonly pick up The Haunting of Hill House next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Stephen King, such as Billy Summers.
Who writes books like Stephen King?
Authors similar to Stephen King include Mary Shelley, Shirley Jackson, William Peter Blatty, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Grady Hendrix.
What genre is The Shining?
The Shining is a Horror novel by Stephen King, published in 1980. It features elements of Haunted Hotel, Isolation, Writer.
How long is The Shining?
The Shining varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Shining have romance/spice?
The Shining has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About The Shining
When recovering alcoholic writer Jack Torrance takes a job as winter caretaker at the remote Overlook Hotel, the isolation and supernatural forces drive him toward madness while threatening his wife and psychically gifted son Danny. King crafts claustrophobic psychological horror that explores domestic violence, addiction, and supernatural malevolence through the lens of a family trapped in an evil location. King's breakout novel that became Kubrick's iconic film and established King as the master of modern horror, this story examines themes of addiction, family dysfunction, and the thin line between sanity and madness while creating one of literature's most memorable haunted locations.