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A Cosmologist of Language: On Translating Magnús Sigurðsson
Through intricate wordplay and a titanic understanding of his native Icelandic, Sigurðsson is able to create tiny but arresting artifacts—fragments that scale an instant to an aeon, and a… More
Publishers’ Pledge on Chinese Censorship of Translated Works
As publishers we cherish and champion the freedom to read, write, and publish and the power of ideas to transcend geographic and political divides. We recognize that free expression… More
Beyond Lolita: Literary Writers on Sex and Sexuality
A series of events to benefit the PEN Writers' Emergency Fund Organized and moderated by Anna March, these events bring together authors and editors of some of the best literary… More
Iran: Journalist Jason Rezaian Reportedly Convicted After Sham Trial
An announcement from Iranian state media that journalist Jason Rezaian has been found guilty is the latest chapter in an outrageous injustice that has lasted nearly 15 months, PEN… More
Publishers’ Pledge on Chinese Translations
Twelve U.S. publishers have signed onto a PEN American Center pledge to monitor and address incidents of censorship in Chinese translations of books by foreign authors. More
The Absolute Gravedigger
Published in 1937, The Absolute Gravedigger is the culmination of Vítězslav Nezval’s work as the leading poet of Czech surrealism. More
Meet the Judges for the 2016 PEN Literary Awards
PEN is pleased to introduce the esteemed judges of the 2016 PEN Literary Awards. More
The Unimaginable Muse: On Translating Vítězslav Nezval
One of the most prolific poets of his generation, Vítězslav Nezval dazzled even his closest contemporaries with his linguistic facility and uncanny ingenuity. More
Liu Xia: Rare Video Reading
October 8, 2015, marks five years since poet and artist Liu Xia was put under extralegal house arrest on the very day her husband, Liu Xiaobo, was named recipient… More
The Last Word
Italian writer Erri De Luca reflects on his trial following his September 21 court appearance, with statements in both English and Italian. More