PEN America Mourns Passing of E. O. Wilson
"As a scientist, E.O. Wilson inspired generations with his curiosity, rigorous research, and passion for discovery," said Clarisse Rosaz Shariyf, senior director of Literary Programs at PEN America. More
PEN America Reacts to Joan Didion Passing
"The loss of Joan Didion carves an enormous hole in American literature and culture," said President of PEN America Ayad Akhtar. More
PEN America Mourns bell hooks Passing
"PEN America mourns the death of bell hooks, an inspirational author, professor, and activist. We are beyond grateful for her work on race, gender, and class, as well as… More
PEN America Announces 2021-2022 Writing for Justice Fellows
The literary and free expression group PEN America today announced the recipients of its 2021-2022 Writing for Justice Fellowship. More
PEN America Remembers the Extraordinary Beverly Cleary
PEN America today expressed deep sadness at the death of beloved children’s book author Beverly Cleary. More
PEN America Mourns Death of Novelist, Former PEN America President Larry McMurtry
PEN America today mourns the death of writer Larry McMurtry, a novelist and screenwriter who served as PEN America’s President and was a staunch defender of free expression. More
PEN America Launches We Will Emerge, A Multi-Vocal Statement of Solidarity
"We designed this project with a sense of hope, or perhaps a delusion, that somehow we will emerge from this chaos." More
ADVISORY: Detroit Poets Come Together to Celebrate Nandi Comer’s Book Release
PEN America will host a virtual reading and conversation to celebrate the release of Nandi Comer’s new book Tapping Out. More
Federal Court Affirms Literature Is Vital Part of Education
Literacy is the spark that animates the First Amendment. More
PEN America: New York City Must Include Writers in Its Support for the Arts
"In times of national crisis, we have long turned to writers for inspiration, understanding, comfort, and enlightenment." More
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