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Marti Noxon and Gillian Flynn To Receive Award for Teleplay Excellence At PEN America 2018 LitFest Gala

Press ReleaseOctober 17, 2018

“In Sharp Objects, Marti Noxon and Gillian Flynn expertly depict the ruthless specter of history and the hurt beating in the heart of women. Literary and enthralling, Sharp Objects was the standout choice for… More

Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark To Host PEN America 2018 LitFest Gala

Press ReleaseOctober 12, 2018

“We're thrilled to announce that writers, comedians, and podcasters, Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark will host the 2018 LitFest Gala." More

2018 Los Angeles Literary Award Winners

“What Matters is the Writing Itself”: A PEN Ten Interview with the 2018 Los Angeles Literary Award Winners

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By: Stacy Valis | October 12, 2018

"Every step of the writing process is also a choice to include or exclude, and being aware of our own biases in making those choices seems necessary." More

Barry Jenkins to Receive Award for Screenplay Excellence at PEN America 2018 LitFest Gala

Press ReleaseSeptember 28, 2018

“We are thrilled to present Barry Jenkins the 2018 Award for Screenplay for IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK at this year’s LitFest Gala. Mr. Jenkins’ work embodies PEN America’s… More

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2018 Award for Screenplay Excellence: Barry Jenkins

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PEN America will recognize Academy Award-winning writer-director Barry Jenkins with the Award for Screenplay Excellence at the 2018 LitFest Gala in Beverly Hills. More

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2018 Distinguished Leadership Award: Marvin Putnam

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At the 2018 LitFest Gala, PEN America will recognize media and entertainment litigator and PEN America Trustee Marvin Putnam with the 2018 Distinguished Leadership Award. More

2018 Artistic Expression Award: Ai Weiwei

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At the 2018 LitFest Gala, PEN America will honor globally lauded artist Ai Weiwei with the Artistic Expression Award. More

Renowned Creative Activist Ai Weiwei To Receive Artistic Expression Award At PEN America 2018 LitFest Gala

Press ReleaseAugust 10, 2018

"Ai Weiwei's inventive, iconic, and utterly original lens on contemporary life both within and outside China have bridged the worlds of art and activism, awakening millions to the plight… More

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