Well, character names are a big part. For example, in 'Misery', the name Annie Wilkes can be a crossword entry. You could also use the settings. Like in 'Salem's Lot', the name of the town 'Salem's Lot' itself can be used.
One of the Stephen King novels that might be relevant for a crossword is 'The Shining'. It has many memorable elements like the haunted Overlook Hotel, Jack Torrance's descent into madness, and Danny's'shining' ability which could be used as crossword clues.
'Pet Sematary' is another Stephen King novel. It involves a mysterious burial ground where things that are buried there come back... but not in the same way. The novel explores themes of death, grief, and the consequences of trying to cheat death.
'It' is also a famous Stephen King novel. It features an evil entity that takes the form of a clown named Pennywise. The story is set in the fictional town of Derry and follows a group of children as they face their fears to combat this terrifying being.
I think 'Misery' is quite popular. It's about a writer who is held captive by his 'number one fan'. The title is short and recognizable, which makes it suitable for crosswords.
Another one is 'Carrie'. This novel tells the story of a girl with telekinetic powers who is bullied at school and then takes revenge in a very disturbing way. There are a lot of psychological and horror elements in it. For example, the prom scene is both iconic and terrifying.
Using characters as clues. In 'Grendel', Grendel himself or Beowulf (who also appears in Gardner's retelling) could be the answer to a clue like 'Main character in Gardner's take on an old tale'.
Well, first, you need to read the novel carefully. Look for unique words, character names, or places. Then, think about how you can turn those into clues. Say the novel has a character named 'Aragorn'. A clue could be 'Lord of the Rings character, king - 7 letters'. By using crossword clue novel, you engage crossword lovers who are also book fans.
I think it depends on personal taste. If you love long, epic tales, then 'The Stand' would be rated highly as it's a huge story with many sub - plots. However, if you prefer shorter, more focused horror, 'Carrie' might be your pick and rate well for you. Some might rate his novels based on how well they translate to other media. 'Shawshank Redemption', which was originally a novella by King, is highly rated also because of its successful movie adaptation.
We can rank Stephen King novels in terms of popularity based on their cultural impact. 'Carrie' was not only a best - seller but also started a trend in horror stories about bullied teens. 'The Stand' has had a big impact on the post - apocalyptic genre. It has influenced many other works in the same genre, so it's very popular in that sense. Also, the more adaptations a novel has, the more popular it is likely to be. 'The Green Mile' with its movie adaptation is very well - known and popular.
Crossword Tell a Story can be used in educational settings in several ways. For example, teachers can create crosswords related to a story they are teaching. Students have to fill in the words which are all related to the plot, characters, or themes of the story. This helps them to better understand and remember the key elements of the story. Also, it can be a fun group activity where students work together to solve the crossword, promoting teamwork and communication skills.