PEN America Announces Powerhouse Lineup for 2026 World Voices Festival

PEN America's prestigious World Voices festival returns in 2026 with renowned authors like Judith Butler, Bill McKibben, and Cory Doctorow set to appear. The event aims to unite writers from over 140 countries.
PEN America has unveiled the lineup for its highly anticipated 2026 World Voices festival, set to take place in New York and Los Angeles from April 29 to May 2. The four-day literary event will feature writers from over 140 countries, with in-person appearances from acclaimed authors such as Judith Butler, Bill McKibben, Cory Doctorow, Megha Majumdar, and Katie Kitamura.
In a press release, the organization described the festival as
Source: The Guardian


