“Writing is glamorous. Reading is glamorous. Freedom of speech is glamorous," said B.J. Novak in his welcome speech at the 2026 #PENGala, using the examples of Bella Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski, Kaia Gerber, Dua Lipa, Emma Roberts, Laufey, Harry Styles, and Ann Patchett to explain why.

Imagine seeing your name (or a loved one's) in the pages of @jodipicoult.bsky.social's next novel. PEN America's Character Naming Auction gives you the chance to make it happen: Place your bid today at: givebutter.com/c/pen-americ... #CharacterNamingAuction #JodiPicoult

At the #PENLitAwards, we asked Tony award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang, one of the night's star presenters, for his perspective on writing in the age of generative AI. He spoke up for the irreplaceable value of the "human lens." Share your thoughts in the comments. #AI #writers #writing

At this year's #PENGala, bestselling and prize-winning author and Nashville bookseller Ann Patchett (Bel Canto, The Dutch House) was honored with the PEN/Audible Literary Service Award. See her full acceptance speech at: https://youtu.be/23XGC_FopR8?si=dMdLr2CsgDXKc_VR

AI hasn't replaced us yet, says B. J. Novak. "Real life, real things, real ideas are on their way back. And books are at the forefront of that," said the host of the 2026 #PENGala, who brought some real-world statistics to back that up. #books #reading #bookstores

What "unhinged writing habit" did Ann Patchett learn from Susan Orlean? Here's what the bestselling author told us at the 2026 #PENGala, where she was honored with the PEN/Audible Literary Service Award. Can your unhinged writing habit compete? Tell us in the comments. #writing #writinghabits

"The truths embedded in fiction are much harder for powerful institutions to dispute," said Oscar-nominated film producer Jason Blum, founder/CEO of Blumhouse, accepting the 2026 Business Visionary Award at the PEN America Literary Gala. See his full speech at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOLN...

At the #PENLitAwards, we took the chance to ask some of the best writers around to share (if they would) their best (and their worst) writing advice. Here's what we heard. #writing #writers #writingadvice

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“Feel.” “Write.” “Everything.” At the #PENLitAwards, we asked writers what they can do that AI can’t. This is what they told us. Read more of our favorite answers at: https://pen.org/what-can-writers-do-that-ai-cant/

RM talked about that and his vision for the group in his Rolling Stone interview "I think we have to experiment and push it to the edge (...) even this is not enough, this is too safe"

465: Mere Christianity - CS Lewis (1952) Intro Rating: 4.36 ⭐️ Watch Summary (6 min) in the profile Genre: Christian, Christian Living, Christianity, Classics, Faith, Nonfiction, Philosophy, Religion, Spirituality, Theology 📚 Love books? ❤️ Like, ➕ Follow, ✈️ Share

OH definitely but mentally ill felons should be in prison or a home for mentally ill felons not the white house 🏠

Veroljub Sarić, jedan od najstarijih učesnika protesta, danas svoj rođendan proslavlja ispred Pravnog fakulteta, gde je svakog dana odavao poštu nastradalima blokadom raskrsnice na 16 minuta, dok prošle nedelje nije pregažen autom zbog čega mu je operisan kuk.

Putting the gin in genius, it’s the Quantum Sauce Speakeasy at #Farsley @oldwoollen.bsky.social! We’re using #chemistry to fingerprint genuine gin, with chemist Dr Ruaraidh McIntosh! Tickets on sale at oldwoollen.seetickets.com/event/the-qu... #scicomm #Leeds #WorldGinDay

The President of the United States posted this video. He’s fvcking insane. Seriously…

FINAL: Royals 5, Mariners 0 #HEYHEYHEYHEY

Global Updates: Middle East Developments, Regional Diplomacy, and US Rallies #breakingnews #worldnews #currentevents #newsupdate #headlines #newsalert #news

The US Constitution is 7,500 words. You could read it in under an hour. He apparently couldn't be bothered. Or more likely can't read. New piece. Trump vs the Constitution. 🔗 open.substack.com/pub/austinsi... #Constitution #Trump #Emoluments #WarPowers

#Weltweit_Katastrophen_Thread Schwere Überschwemmungen infolge extremer Regenfälle in Fanling, Nordbezirk, New Territories, Hongkong, 20.05.2026

Tijuana street! #mikenavolta Tijuana en video! #tijuana

CATF’s new interactive tool gives key insights on EU CO2 transport and storage costs. Explore the insights here👇 www.catf.us/2025/11/key-...

Back to our abnormal reality: The cost of the war in Iran has hit nearly $1 billion a day as the U.S. has blown through weapons. NYT's Eric Schmitt why some officials are concerned that the Pentagon’s Iran priority makes it less ready to confront potential adversaries like Russia and China.

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Added an "Ads In Progress" window, letting me and everyone else know when mass-ads are rolling. Might make a "Be Right Back" window too so I don't have to swap between OBS and K.R.A.P.S.. ☠️🦴 Also working on a raid event too! 🦴☠️ #gamedev #vtuber #streamer #indiedev #skull #twitch #godot

@Channel4news reports on Putin’s weakening grip on power as Ukraine hits Russia deep in its own territory. Imagine the hold that Putin would have had over Nathan Gill if our security services hadn’t taken him out. Relax - he’s gone. The question is - how credible is it that he was the only one?

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Comment fact-checker sans être moralisateur ? 🤔 Pour Susanna Dorhage, fondatrice de l'association Lumières sur l’info, tout est une question de posture. Son analyse en images 🎥 Et toi, tu en penses quoi ? 💬

Today was the second day of the rural caucus. A big shout out to everyone who made this day possible. It was inspiring! #theruralcaucus #goodtrouble #democracynow #inspiration #shebadiahcountydemocrats @shencodems.bsky.social

Have you played the Mario Kart arcade game? What did you think? If I ever have fuck you money I’m buying one! That and the podracing arcade game! #mariokart #mariokartarcade

Hezbollah drone takes out Namer APC in Bint Jbeil.

🇺🇸 Approximately 6 individuals were caught on video emerging from a manhole in Brooklyn at 2 a.m.

The original singer of 'Reading Rainbow' theme song, Tina Fabrique, performs 'Butterfly in the Sky'! 🦋 Original post

Final Motivation Real Learning as a Career Strategy last timing for this | Ekascloud #Ekascloud #CareerStrategy #RealLearning #FinalMotivation #CareerGrowth #SkillDevelopment #Upskilling #Reskilling #TechEducation #ProfessionalDevelopment #FutureReady #ContinuousLearning

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#iran #us #explore #fyp #BreakingNewsUSA Full story: https://jqjo.com/article/1jgwpf84

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[INDIE ALERT] 📢 The Last Night by Odd Tales The soul of a cinematic platformer with the heart of a sci-fi thriller, The Last Night is set in a post-cyberpunk world with a deep, vibrant vision of the future. store.steampowered.com/app/612400 #indiegame #indiedev

Second act. Can’t believe this actually worked but got into the Shapeshifter’s gig for free. 😜 LOL Box office had a spare ticket. 😜🔥

ABS confirmed in #Brewers at #Astros (Bot 6). William Contreras challenged the ball call on DL Hall's pitch to Cam Smith. Ball confirmed. HP: James Jean | Upheld 58.8% (30/51). Later: Cam Smith walks.

"SEVEN of Nine? Why don't you get over here and be the SIX to my NINE! OOOOOH!!!!"

Nice exchange from Takeshita and Garcia! #AEWCollision

A little self-care to start the week 🌿 Try our mint julep mask for a deep cleansing facial routine and keep your skin feeling refreshed ✨ 🎥: @fatherparanoia . . #QueenHelene #skincare #facialmask #QueenHeleneGlow

A Ukrainian MiG-29 FULCRUM does a very low fly over. Слава Україні 🇺🇦

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Massive mihi to ActionStation for this energising, inspiring and info-packed hui to kick start our election mahi. We were honoured and privileged to be there among Aotearoa's brightest and most passionate humans.

The Worst Trap in War - Tucker Carlson and Dave Smith #war #politics #fallacy Original timestamp: 00:16:42

Kostet dich die Pflegeversicherung bald dein Haus? #pflege #politik #deutschland #immobilien #news

"Surviving the day is already difficult for anyone in Gaza but for those living with chronic illnesses, every day without medication can become a life-threatening emergency" #TheSameerProject #Gaza

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Santa's trip has begun Cr to FriendlyMe_TH on X SANTA SUMMER FRESH IN PHUKET #FriendlyMeinHKTxSantaD1 #Santapp #SantyOfSanta

„Kennt ihr diese Blume?“ 🌸👀 TV-Gärtner Rüdiger Ramme hat sie entdeckt – die Götterblume! ✨ Eine winterharte Staude, die nicht nur robust ist, sondern mit ihren unglaublich schönen Blüten richtig Eindruck macht. 💚🌿

A battle for the Round of 16 👊 @iga_swiatek takes the first set 6-4 against Linette. #RolandGarros

Salpow model wireframe! 🐐 #lowpoly #wireframeWednesday #b3d

CORTEZ MASTO: Do you intend to give the 400,000 taxpayers who also had their information leaked the same immunity as President Trump and his family received? BESSENT: I'm unable to provide any additional information CORTEZ MASTO: It's very clear you're dodging this. It's just outrageous.

👻 This Tim Burton inspired VTuber model can Jumpscare 👻

🐄 Lucía y Alejandra son dos niñas de ciudad de 5 años que nunca han estado en una granja. 🥚 En #MalasLenguas las acompañamos a ver cómo son los animales que producen los huevos y la leche que luego consumen en sus casas.

Sakura Hirota used Intimidation! It's not very effective... 😭

Our joke of an acting AG—who “happens” to be Trump’s former personal attorney—just gave his boss a lifelong get out of jail free card (which also applies to Trump’s family and businesses.) Doesn’t get any more corrupt than that.

Veo animation of The Time Machine (1960) quad.