Scottish PEN is a centre of PEN International and not-for-profit organisation that champions freedom of expression and literature across borders.
We are a membership organisation and work with a range of writers, campaigners, activists and communities across Scotland and around the world.
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All members of Scottish PEN subscribe to the PEN Charter.
Bottoms up, Borodino! gives a charming selection of anniversaries for every day of the year, illustrated by photographs & drawings, mainly of New York, by the author. When you need an excuse to raise a glass and make a toast, here is your handy compendium of excuses for every day.
PENning, the Writers in Exile Committee’s biannual online journal, presents work by Scottish PEN’s member-writers alongside writing from people living in Scotland who are from other parts of the world.