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IT is a reflection of his own childhood. It empowers children and adults, like his other works which emphasize the odd characters as the heroes. He also probably wanted to make money.

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Stephen King wrote "IT" as a way to explore themes of childhood fears, friendship, and the power of memory. The story reflects his interest in the supernatural and showcases his skill at creating multi-dimensional characters facing unimaginable horrors in a small town setting. Additionally, King has mentioned that "IT" was inspired by his own childhood experiences and memories growing up in a small town.

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