Vintage Horror & Sci-Fi Thriller — Stinger (1987 Book Club Edition) — Robert R. McCammon | Alien Invasion Novel, 1980s Horror Fiction

Stinger by Robert McCammon is a pulse-pounding blend of horror and science fiction set in a remote Texas town facing a terrifying alien threat. Published in 1987, this Book Club Edition captures the high-energy, cinematic storytelling that defined McCammon’s rise during the golden age of 1980s horror.

Inside, readers will find 442 pages of tension, transformation, and small-town survival that fans of King, Koontz, and classic creature fiction will appreciate.

This hardcover with dust jacket is ready to add to your vintage horror shelf.

Quick Specs

• Item Type: Vintage Horror & Science Fiction Novel (Hardcover)
• Size: 9 × 6 × 1.5 inches
• Material: Hardcover book with printed dust jacket; paper pages
• Color: Fiery red/orange dust jacket with alien artwork; brown hardcover beneath
• Origin or Maker: Pocket Books, New York (Book Club Edition)
• Year or Era: 1987 • 1980s
• GENRE: Horror Fiction, Sci-Fi Thriller, Alien Invasion, Suspense
• Language / Pages: English • 442 pages
• Identifiers: Book Club Edition (no ISBN on jacket)

Edition & Features  

• Edition/Printing: 1987 Book Club Edition
• Dust Jacket: Present; vivid artwork; shows edge wear, rubbing, and small tears
• Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Not illustrated (standard fiction text)
• Extras: Dramatic wraparound jacket art; classic Pocket Books horror styling

Condition Grade: Good

Notes:

• Dust jacket shows noticeable wear including rubbing, edge chipping, and small tears at top/bottom edges.
• Hardcover remains clean, square, and solidly bound.
• Interior pages are bright, crisp, and unmarked.
• No writing, underlining, or loose pages observed.
• A strong, photo-verified vintage reading copy of a fan-favorite McCammon novel.

See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.

Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.

About the Author Robert R. McCammon

Robert R. McCammon is an award-winning author known for high-intensity horror and suspense novels, including Swan Song, They Thirst, and Mine. His 1980s works helped shape modern supernatural thrillers.

A gripping 1980s alien thriller ready to energize your horror collection.

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