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Violence
None
No violence
Language
Some
Some profanity in King's characteristically direct, blunt prose and writing examples
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
Barely any
King discusses his past alcoholism and drug addiction with unflinching honesty — essential to the memoir but notable
Emotional Intensity
None
Themes of craft, persistence, failure, and the life of a writer
What this book is about
King's beloved guide to writing is one of the best craft books ever written. The memoir half is frank about his past alcoholism and drug addiction. Language is characteristically King — which means some profanity throughout. Content that might concern parents: King's honest discussion of his substance abuse years. Otherwise, an inspiring and appropriate read for serious teen and adult writers.
Notes for sensitive readers
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King's past substance abuse discussed openly
Some profanity
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