In recent literary news, iconic author Stephen King and chef-writer Nigella Lawson expressed their outrage over the attack on Salman Rushdie, highlighting the ongoing issues of freedom of expression in literature. Additionally, the literary community is buzzing with the announcement of Gabriel Bump winning the Ernest Gaines Award, celebrating his remarkable contributions to storytelling. Meanwhile, Mexican-American author Sandra Cisneros reflected on the therapeutic nature of writing, reinforcing its role as a powerful tool for personal insight and expression. As debates around censorship heat up, there's a renewed focus on preserving the freedom to read and write.

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