Stephen King’s New Audiobook Features Unexpected Narrator
Stephen King returns to Jack Sawyer with Other Worlds Than These, the long-awaited third entry in The Talisman saga. The book was originally billed as Talisman 3 and follows an older Jack confronting new threats across worlds.
Series background
The Talisman first appeared in 1984. Stephen King co-wrote it with the late Peter Straub. Its sequel, Black House, arrived in 2001.
Plot overview
In this installment, Jack Sawyer ages into a grimmer role. He must halt a gang of infected teenagers and confront the Gullet at the edge of Mid-World. The story blends supernatural danger with the weight of time on its hero.
Narration and narrator
The new audiobook will be narrated by Patton Oswalt. Stephen King approved Oswalt’s casting and praised the choice.
Oswalt said King’s work hooked him at age ten. He called the opportunity to narrate surreal and a personal milestone.
Unexpected narrator note
Fans may find the pairing surprising. The comedian and actor steps into a landscape tied to King’s larger mythos. A character in the novel is a standup named Payton Orville, which adds a meta layer.
Publication details
Simon & Schuster will publish Other Worlds Than These on October 6, 2026. The book will be available in print and as a new audiobook.
Listeners can find the audio edition through Simon & Schuster’s site and major platforms. These include Audible and Google Books.
Availability and formats
The audio version showcases Oswalt’s full narration performance. Physical editions will not include his vocal work.
The release gives long-time readers a chance to return to Mid-World in multiple formats.
This story first appeared on Filmogaz.com on Apr 16, 2026.
