"Insomnia" is a novel by Stephen King, published in 1994.

It is a blend of horror and supernatural fiction

that explores themes of aging, mortality, and the unseen forces that govern the universe.

The story is set in the fictional town of Derry, Maine, which is a familiar setting for many of King's works.
The protagonist, Ralph Roberts, is an elderly widower who is suffering from a sleep disorder that causes him
to wake up in the middle of the night. As a result, he becomes increasingly aware of a supernatural world
that exists parallel to our own.

Ralph's insomnia gives him the ability to see auras, or "the colored plates," around people. He also
discovers the presence of two mysterious beings known as the "little bald doctors." These beings are
involved in a cosmic battle between the forces of life and death, and they recruit Ralph as a "Purpose,"
someone who can intervene in the destinies of others.

Ralph becomes embroiled in a series of supernatural events, as he tries to prevent a pro-life activist named
Ed Deepneau from carrying out a catastrophic act of violence. The novel delves into themes of destiny, the
interconnectedness of life and death, and the struggle between good and evil.

As the story progresses, Ralph and his friend Lois Chasse uncover more about the hidden world of the "little
bald doctors" and the cosmic conflict they are embroiled in. The narrative becomes increasingly surreal and
intense as the lines between reality and the supernatural blur.

"Insomnia" is a complex and thought-provoking novel that weaves together elements of horror,
metaphysical exploration, and a deep examination of the human condition. It's a unique addition to
Stephen King's body of work, and it offers readers a different kind of horror experience than some of his
more famous novels.