Stephen King 252: Danny Coughlin’s Bad Dream 

That and “Rattlesnakes” were probably my favorites from this collection. Great stuff!

This was a fantastic story, I stayed up late last night to finish it. I can see it being made into a movie ala the Different Seasons novellas. Thank you for your review, I enjoyed it

Definitely getting it when I am out and about today. Thank you for this review! David Coughlins story stands out the most to me from what I’ve seen on the webs.

Ohh yes, that story was an absolute gem. I wish it was longer. I found myself yelling out for Danny.

Another Great collection from Mr King. Is this The same Danny from Dennis Lehane’s The Given Day?!😎👍🏻

Really enjoyed the book,danny in my mind looked like josh brolin in no country,the girl cop emily blunt in sicario and the male cop the gay detective from Ozark.very good book with amazing characters

I love "Danny Coughlin's Bad Dream" - it's by far my favorite story in the collection. Jalbert, the KBI investigator, is frightening because he could totally exist in real life - he's not supernatural. He's consumed by this one idea and he has nothing else to live for. I'd love to see a movie version with William Fichtner playing that character. You asked about previously published stories - "The Fifth Step" appeared in Harper's Magazine in March 2020. I was able to print a copy for free without having to register or anything. And I think "Willie the Weirdo" may have been published first in French? Hope this helps!