It certainly is a reoccurring theme in his books, isn't it? Especially in Hearts in Atlantis and The Talisman. I just read "Under The Dome" not too long ago and you can find it in that book as well, although not quite as much as others. I guess it wouldn't surprise me that Mr. King is a child lover or Boy Lover, why not? Another reoccurring theme in many of his novels and short stories is alcoholism, and I know that he is a recovering alcoholic. I guess you write about the things in life that you are familiar with. I do love his work. You have a few books on your list that I haven't read yet, so I guess I need to check them out.