In the chapter, On Writing, King discusses symbolism and theme as elements best ignored in first drafts. What is the relationship between symbolism and theme in King's work?

King believes that symbolism and theme are elements a writer should ignore while trying to write the first draft. King believes that symbolism is unnecessary unless it is important in the story. Likewise, theme is an element King uses to stay on course with his writing. King's statements on symbolism and theme suggest that he does not believe them to be essential to a story unless they appear of their own volition.