"The Running Man" is a fiction novel written by Richard Bachman and Stephen King as part of "The Bachman Books" series. Published by Signet Books in 1982, this movie tie-in book features action, urban fiction, futuristic thriller, and science fiction genres. The novel is centered around the topic of Arnold Schwarzenegger's character in the futuristic dystopia world of the movie "The Running Man". With 219 pages, this paperback book is intended for young adults and adults, making it a compelling read for fans of both Bachman and King's works."