Charlie the Choo-Choo (book)

Charlie the Choo-Choo: From the World of The Dark Tower[1] is a children's book by Stephen King,[2] published under the pseudonym Beryl Evans. The story was written by Stephen King and published in King's previous novel The Dark Tower III: The Waste Lands: the book is found by Jake and in chapter 22 the story is intended to be creepy and give children nightmares.[3] It was published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers on November 11, 2016.[4] The book appears in the first episode of the Apple TV+ miniseries Lisey's Story.

Not to be confused with Choo-Choo Charles or Choo-Choo Charlie.
Charlie the Choo-Choo
First edition cover
AuthorStephen King (as Beryl Evans)
IllustratorNed Dameron
Cover artistNed Dameron
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
SeriesThe Dark Tower
GenreChildren's fiction
PublisherSimon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Publication date
November 11, 2016
Media typePrint (Hardcover)
Pages24
ISBN978-1534401235

Plot

The book is about the titular locomotive and his engineer, Bob.

Background

The book was first revealed at San Diego Comic-Con, where a limited edition of 150 copies was given to attendees. Actress Allison Davies participated in a book signing at the event, portraying the fictional author Beryl Evans.[2]

References
  1. Beryl Evans (22 November 2016). Charlie the Choo-Choo : From the world of The Dark Tower. Simonandschuster.com. ISBN 9781534401235. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  2. "'Charlie the Choo-Choo': 'The Dark Tower' fans seek Stephen King storybook that isn't real". Ew.com. 22 July 2016. Retrieved 7 October 2017.
  3. France, Emilie-Stephen King (2016-10-28). "La Tour Sombre : Charlie The Choo-Choo en librairies". Stephen King France (in French). Retrieved 2020-02-06.
  4. "Lilja's". Liljas-library.com. Retrieved 7 October 2017.


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