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


		The Dark Tower: Battle of Jericho Hill #3 Now Available in Stores and Online Posted on: 2.8.10 (Spoiler Warning) Gilead is in ruins and Steven Deschain’s Affiliation has been drastically reduced in size, the result of the attack of the Good Man, John Farson. But young Roland and his ka-tet intend to strike a blow for the Affiliation by exploding an ancient oil field the Good Man is using to power his machines of destruction. Roland may never get the chance to strike back because in the midst of Gilead’s survivors there resides—a traitor! More Information

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Discordia Goes Live
Posted on: 12.7.09

Chapter One of Discordia is now available on StephenKing.com! Be sure to check out the much anticipated Interactive Experience based on the Dark Tower Series.

With detailed 3D artwork by Brian Stark, fantastic illustrations by Michael Whelan and retrospective text by Robin Furth, Discordia is sure to please both the die hard DT fans as well as the uninitiated. Cheers! And happy holidays from StephenKing.com.

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	New Dark Tower Book Posted on: 11.12.09 Stephen has announced that he has an idea for a new Dark Tower book, the working title of which will be THE WIND THROUGH THE KEYHOLE. He has not yet started this book and anticipates that it will be a minimum of eight months before he is able to begin writing it.

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	Discordia Homepage Posted Updated on: 11.10.09 More information regarding Discordia has been posted to the Discordia page here on The Dark Tower Official Web Site. We have added a FAQ regarding the development team as well as very cool interview with David Williamson. (Michael Whelan's reference model for Father Callahan.) Launch Discordia Hompage

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		Marvel Announces The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger Updated on: 10.12.09 Earlier today at the Comic Book Retailer's Summit, Marvel announced the next thirty issue arc of The Dark Tower series. The new arc, entitled The Dark Tower: The Gunslinger chronicles Roland and his early quest for the Man in Black. The Gunslinger is set to begin in 2010. We'll keep you posted on any developments as we receive them. > View the Press release and Artwork