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In the last several days, Stephen King has proven yet again why he remains a towering force in both literature and popular culture. Just yesterday, King's influence echoed across Hollywood and television as It: Welcome to Derry, the HBO prequel series to King's iconic novel It, made its official premiere. Barbara Muschietti, co-creator of the series, drew intriguing comparisons between the show's brutal first episode and the infamous Red Wedding from Game of Thrones, underscoring King's enduring knack for shocking, genre-defining storytelling, as reported by FandomWire. Fans and critics alike are devouring the new series, reinforcing King's ongoing relevance and his willingness to collaborate with new generations of filmmakers.

In publishing, the momentum around his latest novel Never Flinch, released May 27, continues strong. The novel has garnered attention for its rich narrative and the return of fan-favorite character Holly Gibney. Notably, there’s a renewed buzz about the audiobook edition, which features a performance by Tony-winner Jessie Mueller. King's official website touts the immersive audio experience as one not to be missed, positioning Never Flinch as a major work in his later bibliography.

Looking ahead, King’s upcoming business ventures are equally headline-worthy. The Institute, a major MGM series adaptation of his 2019 novel, is set to premiere July 13, and fans are already speculating about its potential cultural impact. Additional adaptations are on the horizon, including The Long Walk, arriving in theaters September 12, and a highly anticipated collaboration with Maurice Sendak—a haunting Hansel and Gretel picture book releasing September 2. The film adaptation of The Running Man, starring Glen Powell and directed by Edgar Wright, is slated for a November 14 release, with both Variety and King’s own site highlighting this as a likely blockbuster moment.

On the public appearance front, King’s next major event is a free, virtual book club conversation with acclaimed author Andre Dubus III at UMass Lowell tomorrow, October 29, at 4 p.m. According to UMass Lowell’s Office of Alumni Relations, the duo will discuss King’s 2023 bestseller Holly, making this an eagerly awaited occasion for fans and scholars.

Social media, of course, remains King’s playground as much as his books. Over the weekend, he sparked national discussion with a post on X critiquing Donald Trump’s decision not to invite World Series teams to the White House. King’s claim was swiftly fact-checked and met with a wave of humor and rebukes in his replies, as reported by CBSAustin and KFOX TV, illustrating his continued engagement—and polarizing presence—online. Last year, King made waves for his provocative opinions on the 2024 U.S. presidential election, publicly suggesting that Joe Biden should consider stepping aside—statements that still reverberate in political commentary.

Regionally, King's dramatic legacy remains alive and well. This month, Indiana State University staged a successful run of the play Misery based on his famously terrifying novel, drawing strong attendance and campus buzz.

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