Publication of Carrie

Date: April 5, 1974 • Location: Washington, United States

Carrie (pictured), the first novel by American author Stephen King, was published.

Carrie is the debut horror novel by American author Stephen King, released in 1974. Set in the town of Chamberlain, Maine, the plot revolves around Carrie White, a friendless high school girl from an abusive religious household who has telekinetic powers. After a cruel prank pulled by one of her bullies on prom night, Carrie decides to take revenge.