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Ann Patchett & Jason Blum: Literary Gala Stars
3 Dec
Summary
- Film producer Jason Blum and novelist Ann Patchett will be honored.
- The PEN America Literary Gala is scheduled for May 14, 2026.
- The event will take place at New York City's American Museum of Natural History.
PEN America has announced that film producer Jason Blum and novelist Ann Patchett will be honored at its 2026 Literary Gala. The event, scheduled for May 14, 2026, will be held at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Blum, the founder of Blumhouse, will receive the Business Visionary Award, joining past recipients like Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos.
Ann Patchett, celebrated for her poignant storytelling and dedication to the literary community, will be honored with the PEN/Audible Literary Service Award. Her past accolades include the PEN/Faulkner Award and the National Humanities Medal. Patchett also owns the Nashville-based bookstore, Parnassus Books.
Blum, known for producing popular horror franchises such as Halloween and The Purge, has also earned Emmy Awards and a Producers Guild of America Award. PEN America cited Blum's "audacious approach" and "fearless vision" in shaping culture through storytelling.
