A Tribute to Walter Dean Myers (August 12, 1937-July 1, 2014)
His element was as a spokesman for the male point of view in black literature for children. More
Recommended Reading: Picture Book Writing
School's out! And the kids are sure to love coming home to these stories. These picture books are entertaining and educational for every age. Our Judges Mac Barnett, Ted… More
Why Do You Write? Adult and Teen Writers Speak Out
Unlike posh private schools, the inner-city public and charter high schools have no money to bring authors; yet they have enthusiastic readers and writers who deserve support. More
A Stand for Democracy in the Digital Age
More than 500 writers around the world have issued an open letter calling for the right to privacy in the digital realm. More
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The next 10+ days will be challenging for reporters & newsrooms. Our coalition — Am. Press Institute, Election SOS, First Draft, Hearken, PEN America, Protect Democracy & Trusting News — culled resources to help keep you safe & w/ tips on covering unrest. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1usjFsWq7hF49XmQ38bIE8ycY3nT-ZbV_B7M_DZH3ALU/mobilebasic
For anyone covering civil unrest and whatever the news cycle might bring next week, here’s a two-pager of resources from a coalition of journalism support orgs. Stay safe, everyone. https://bit.ly/inauguration-2pager
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Is it right for Twitter to shut down 70,000 QAnon-related accounts? What about Facebook blocking #StopTheSteal? Check out PEN America's take on these questions & more in this guide of FAQs on free speech issues raised by the insurrection on Capitol Hill: https://bit.ly/38CjOnz.