King primarily has written using machines — first typewriters, then computers. He wrote the first Dark Tower novel on an Underwood typewriter, and Carrie and Salem's Lot on his wife's Olivetti. When he's used pen and ink to write, it's generally been because he's unable to use a keyboard.

What does Stephen King use to write his books?

King uses an iMac or a MacBook Pro to write his novels, including the upcoming Mr. Mercedes to be released June 3rd.

What kind of typewriter did Steinbeck use?

John Steinbeck preferred his Hermes Baby, a model Hemingway also had on hand. The Baby was one of the first portable typewriters made in an age where the typing machines were notoriously heavy and cumbersome.