The Dark Tower - Official Web Site

Welcome

The Dark Tower has become a favorite of many of Stephen’s constant readers. So much so, that a separate site within his site is dedicated to the series and its related works. Here you will find information about the series, news of the Marvel Dark Tower comic series, and more.

The Books

At the age of 19 Stephen decided he would like to write an epic similar to The Lord of the Rings. The “spaghetti Westerns” of that time and a poem written by Robert Browning, “Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came,” became the inspiration for his magnum opus. The series written and published separately over a period of 22 years consists of seven books and the short story, “The Little Sisters of Eluria” published in his short story collection, Everything’s Eventual.

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The Artwork

The hardcover and trade paperback editions of the Dark Tower books feature illustrations by noted artists Phil Hale, Ned Dameron, Dave McKean, Bernie Wrightson, and Darrel Anderson. Books I and VII are by Michael Whelan.

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The Graphic Novels

Expanding upon the stories in the series and under the direct supervision of Stephen, Marvel has created The Dark Tower comics, beautifully illustrated by Jae Lee and Richard Isanove with stories by Peter David and Robin Furth. The series is first published in individual monthly installments and then collected in a hardcover edition. Each version contains material unique to its format.

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Latest News


		New Treachery Content Updated on: 8.6.08 The third arc of Marvel's acclaimed Dark Tower series will be in stores September 10th. Roland Deschain and his ka-tet have safely returned back to Gilead. However, all is not well on the homeward front. Roland has held onto the evil Maerlyn’s Grapefruit and grown obsessed with gazing into its pinkish depths regardless of the negative effects it has taken on his body. > View the Treachery Release Log > View Large Artwork Samples > Read the Announcement Press Release

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		Treachery Midnight Opening Variant Posted on: 8.6.08 Marvel is proud to unveil the cover to Dark Tower: Treachery #1 Midnight Opening Variant! This revolutionary reverse gatefold cover features the iconic Dark Tower keyhole...but what lies behind this front cover? > More Info on Marvel.com

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		The Dark Tower: Long Road Home #5 Now In Stores Posted on: 7.2.08 The final installment of Marvel's Dark Tower series The Long Road Home is now available in stores and online. > The Long Road Home Release Log

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		Dark Tower: End World Almanac Now Available In Stores and Online Updated on: 7.2.08 Marvel Comics has released the Dark Tower: End World Almanac. > Click here for the full press release > Click here for additional images