Stephen King quiz: How well do you know his books?

Stephen King has become a writing legend with books that span many genres: from horror to dystopian science fiction to contemporary novels. Next year, "The Shining," one of King's best-known books, will be getting a sequel in the novel "Doctor Sleep." While you wait to find out what will happen to the Torrance family, try taking our quiz. "The Shining" has become inextricable from American pop culture. But how well do you know some of King's other books?

11. In 'Misery,' what is the name of the protagonist of writer Paul Sheldon's romance series?

What is the name of the protagonist in Paul Sheldon's series?

Felicity Noble

Victoria Swanson

Misery Chastain

Aurora Weatherley

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