Why Stephen King’s books are being pulled from US school libraries
Stephen King has become the most banned author in U.S. schools, according to PEN America’s 2024–2025 report. Over 6,800 books were removed, primarily in Florida, Texas, and Tennessee, often as preemptive compliance with state laws or political pressure. King’s novels, alongside works on race, sexuality, and LGBTQ+ themes, highlight ongoing tensions over censorship and intellectual freedom in education.
Stephen King has become the most banned author in U.S. schools, according to PEN America’s 2024–2025 report. Over 6,800 books were removed, primarily in Florida, Texas, and Tennessee, often as preemptive compliance with state laws or political pressure. King’s novels, alongside works on race, sexuality, and LGBTQ+ themes, highlight ongoing tensions over censorship and intellectual freedom in education.
