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Stephen King responds to his books being banned in Utah public schools
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· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The author's response to the ban has been reported by The Salt Lake Tribune.
A well-known author is speaking out about his work being removed from schools. Books by this writer are no longer available in Utah public schools. The author mentions receiving letters from young readers who credit his books with sparking their interest in reading.
The banned book in question is a collection of novellas. Some of these stories have been adapted into films. The author's response to the ban has been reported by The Salt Lake Tribune.
Further information about the book ban and the author's statement can be found through local news sources, such as KVIA ABC-7.
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Category: schools Published: August 15, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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