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    Stephen King

    Stephen King

    Awards & Honours

    106

    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    2

    Records

    Stephen King's honors reflect his towering influence on American literature and popular culture. He is one of the most adapted authors in history, with over 50 film and TV adaptations. The National Medal of Arts, presented by President Barack Obama in 2014, recognized his contribution to the arts. The National Book Foundation Medal in 2003 celebrated his distinguished contribution to American letters, and the Mystery Writers of America Grand Master Award in 2007 acknowledged his mastery of suspense. His O. Henry Award for "The Man in the Black Suit" highlights his skill in short fiction.

    Stephen King receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    National Medal of Arts

    United States Government·2014

    Highest U.S. government honor for artistic achievement, presented by President Barack Obama.

    Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters

    National Book Foundation·2003

    Lifetime achievement award for contributions to American letters.

    Grand Master Award

    Mystery Writers of America·2007

    Lifetime achievement award for contributions to mystery and suspense writing.

    Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement

    Horror Writers Association·2002

    Lifetime achievement award for contributions to horror literature.

    Records & Feats

    One of the best-selling authors of all time

    Sales·2024

    Over 350 million copies of his books sold worldwide.

    Most adaptations of a living author's work

    Adaptations·2024

    Over 50 film and television adaptations of his work.