penning

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After a steady run of penning, producing and directing various projects, Blaustein made a career pivot in 2012.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

They had to find new ways to use their two best players, center Karl-Anthony Towns and point guard Jalen Brunson, instead of penning them into pre-defined roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

He studied and wrote poetry in detention, penning his verses on cigarette boxes when he couldn't access paper.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

But after an extensive hiatus, all three Wayans brothers are back, penning a new script that will lampoon the best and worst horror has had to offer in the 13 years since “Scary Movie 5.”

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2026

Back on the ground, we stroll along the quays bordering the Seine, where so many writers walked for centuries before penning their masterpieces.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins