The latest report from PEN America, which is a literary advocacy group, stated that tens of thousands of books have been banned or restricted by US prisons, including Amy Schumer's memoir The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo.

Thousands of books banned in US prisons, including Amy Schumer's memoir. But why?

Iranian writer, journalist and human rights activist Narges Mohammadi, who has a long history of imprisonment and harsh punishment, will be honoured at PEN America Literary Gala this week.

PEN America to honour imprisoned Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi with Freedom to Write Award

Wa Lone's and Kyaw Soe Oo's family accepted the award on their behalf.

PEN America honors Reuters journalists with Barbey Freedom to Write Award

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Thousands of books banned in US prisons, including Amy Schumer's memoir. But why?

PEN America to honour imprisoned Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi with Freedom to Write Award

PEN America honors Reuters journalists with Barbey Freedom to Write Award