I have been reading a great book by Larry Niven titled "Lucifer's Hammer." It's about a comet that crashes into the earth. Unlike the flood of movies a few years ago, Niven isn't afraid to actually allow the comet to slam down.
Interesting, some people reviewed the book poorly because they said it has "too much character development." Know what those people need? A healthy dose of Stephen King!
Benefits of Reading Stephen King
Reading Stephen King actually prepares you to read other writers. King usually does a lot of character development. It is never so much about the plot as it is the people caught up in the plot. King often uses a host of characters who he easily moves on and off stage.
Pitfalls of Reading Stephen King
Simply: It raises your expectations. King often encourages constant reader to dig into other writers -- but it's frankly hard to find others who write as well as he does. Why? Two reasons: First, he's just got a gift. It's what God made him to do! Second, he has a lot of practice.
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