2022 PEN World Voices Festival
Join us for cross-cultural exchanges ranging from lively debates that delve into pressing issues to intimate conversations that awaken us to the beauty and power of literature. More
Ayad Akhtar’s Remarks at the 2021 PEN America Literary Gala
“Reading, of course, is an individual act, but a culture that fosters reading and one that supports writers, invariably compels us to presence, to protest, to celebration.” More
Temperature Check, Vol. 13: Reflections, The Closing Issue
Our Temperature Check series concludes with updates from featured guests and writers as well as the latest in legislative and organizational advocacy efforts. More
2021 Emerging Voices Fellows and Mentors
Announcing this year's cohort of Emerging Voices Fellows. More