Utah bans Stephen King novella collection from public schools
A collection of Stephen King novellas is the latest title removed from Utah public school shelves, sparking a direct reaction from the author.
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Utah public schools have implemented a ban on a specific novella collection by author Stephen King. Reports highlight the author’s vocal criticism of the decision, noting his inquiry into the reasoning behind the move.
Future reports may clarify the specific criteria used by the state to justify the removal of this collection. Readers should monitor whether additional titles face similar restrictions in the coming weeks.
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Quick answers
Which book collection was banned?
The ban applies to a Stephen King novella collection that includes the source works for 'Stand by Me' and 'The Shawshank Redemption.'
How did Stephen King respond?
The author publicly criticized the decision, asking, 'What’s wrong with these people?'
Where does the ban apply?
The restriction is enforced across all public schools in Utah.
Coverage (10)
- ‘What’s wrong with these people?’: Stephen King speaks out after collection added to Utah banned books list ABC4 Utah · 19h ago
- ‘What’s wrong with these people?’: Stephen King speaks out after collection added to Utah's banned books list East Idaho News · 19h ago
- Stephen King on Utah: ‘What’s wrong with these people?’ Deseret News · 19h ago
- 'What's wrong with these people?' Stephen King strikes back after Utah book ban FOX 13 News Utah · 19h ago
- Utah Public Schools Ban Stephen King Collection Newser · 19h ago
- Utah bans another Stephen King book from all public schools KPCW · 19h ago
- Utah Bans Stephen King Collection from Public Schools Locus Online · 19h ago
- 'What's Wrong With These People?' — Stephen King Hits Out at Utah for Banning Novella Collection That Inspired Stand by Me and The Shawshank Redemption From All Public Schools IGN · 19h ago
- Utah just banned another Stephen King book from all public schools. Here’s what it’s about. The Salt Lake Tribune · 19h ago
- Utah bans Stephen King novella collection from public schools The Guardian · 19h ago
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