PEN America Launches Fund to Assist Early Career Screenwriters Facing Economic Hardship
Ayad Akhtar, PEN America’s president and a novelist, playwright and screenwriter, said: “During these difficult days, we are honored as a writers organization to do as much as we… More
PEN America Presents “Censored: Free Speech and Hollywood” Nov. 16 at Central Los Angeles Public Library
By reviewing legislation and court decisions, exploring blacklisted artists, and the opening up of representation in the late 20th century, the discussion will explore controversies around representing some themes… More
Presenters and Performers Announced for PEN America Literary Awards Feb. 28 at NYC’s Town Hall
PEN America today announces the presenters introducing the 2022 Literary Awards’ three career achievement honorees, and the performers who will take the stage at New York City’s Town Hall… More
Seth Meyers to host 2022 PEN America Literary Awards live and in-person, February 28 at New York City’s Town Hall
PEN America announces writer and Emmy Award-winning late night host Seth Meyers as the host for the organization’s 2022 Literary Awards, which return this year as an in-person event… More
PEN America to Honor “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” and “Unbelievable” at 11/1/19 Litfest Gala in Los Angeles
In what is expected to be an incredibly poignant moment during the ceremony, actor, author, and reading and education advocate LeVar Burton will deliver a tribute to the legendary… More
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