Stephen King is known for his ability to scare readers, and many of his books are genuinely terrifying. But as a beginner, it's important to remember that being scared is part of the experience. Don't be afraid to lean into the fear and let yourself get swept up in the story.
Would you be surprised to hear that Jane Austen wrote at just above a 5th grade level, Stephen King writes at about a 6th grade level, J.R.R. Tolkien wrote at slightly more than a 6th grade level, and Leo Tolstoy wrote at about an 8th grade level?