Rafael Bacigalupo answers “For those who have read the book: does it...”

André Oliveira asked this question about The Institute:

For those who have read the book: does it have spoilers for other Stephen King books? If yes, which books? Thank you very much!

Rafael Bacigalupo Several easter eggs related to all of King's work related to psychic powers:
Dead Zone: able to see the future and doing something to change it
Shining,…moreSeveral easter eggs related to all of King's work related to psychic powers:
Dead Zone: able to see the future and doing something to change it
Shining, Carrie, Firestarter, etc: telepathic, telekinetic powers
You also get the feel of camaraderie between children / teens from IT, The Body.
The lights that the children see when they're close to death may have some relation with the lights from IT.
Also mention of Shawshank prison and most towns mentioned in the New England area from all of King's books.
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