Literature

A giant open-air library and bookshop on the banks of the Seine in the 13th arrondissement.

From July 22 to 27, 2025, an ephemeral library takes over the quays of the Seine, inviting young and old to swap their favorite books. This "Billyothèque" promises a free, sunny reading break in the 13th arrondissement.

A giant reading party at the Opéra Bastille for the September literary season

The Opéra Bastille opens its doors to book lovers for a giant Reading Party on Saturday, September 6, 2025, featuring two hours of shared reading and exchanges between reading enthusiasts.

Miu Miu Summer Reads pop up: the Italian house distributes free books in Paris - our photos

Miu Miu brings reading back into fashion with Summer Reads, its free literary pop-up. For this 2nd edition, head for the Bibliothèque nationale de France - site Richelieu, on June 27 and 28, 2025, to take home one of the novels written by two visionary authors, given a Miu Miu makeover, in an iconic setting steeped in history.

10 books to take on vacation this summer, discover the selection of Parisian booksellers

The summer of 2025 promises to be particularly hot! To take your mind off the sweltering temperatures, a number of Parisian bookshops are offering you their selection of books to take on vacation, to suit all tastes.

Lisons Libres! The independent publishing festival at the Halle des Blancs-Manteaux

For the first time, EDIF is organizing a festive fair dedicated to independent publishing, from September 5 to 7, 2025 at the Halle des Blancs-Manteaux. Three days to discover the richness of the Paris region's publishing scene through meetings, workshops and book signings, in the company of some one hundred publishing houses.

A free book fair at the Shoah Memorial: meetings, lectures and signings

The Shoah Memorial celebrates books for the sixth time on June 14 and 15, 2025, with a weekend-long open-air bookshop, meetings, readings and book signings.

Le Château se Livre 2025: the literary festival at Château de La Roche-Guyon (95)

What could be more prestigious than a literary festival in a château? In the heart of La Roche-Guyon, on July 5 and 6, 2025, enjoy literary meetings and walks, as well as round-table discussions, in a marvellous setting.

Mot pour Mots 2025, the free literary festival at La Grande Halle de La Villette

Mot pour Mots, the literary festival at the Grande Halle de la Villette, is back for its fifth edition on June 21 and 22, 2025! Over 50 free events await you, with entertainment for all ages, exceptional readings and encounters!

Brazil–France Season 2025: Translation workshop at the Jean d'Ormesson Library

In the framework of the Brazil-France Season 2025, an immersive translation workshop awaits you at the Bibliothèque Jean d’Ormesson on Saturday, May 24, 2025, to uncover the nuances of Rio de Janeiro’s favela slang through an unpublished text by Geovani Martins. A linguistic exploration led by renowned literary translator Mathieu Dosse, in partnership with ATLAS, not to be missed for those curious about the language and Brazilian culture.

Brazil-France 2025 season: meeting with writer Julián Fuks at the Médiathèque Hélène Berr

As part of the Brazil-France 2025 Season, the Médiathèque Hélène Berr welcomes writer Julián Fuks, a leading figure in Brazilian autofiction, for a literary encounter on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 3pm to 4:30pm. A discussion on political commitment through literature, moderated by Leonardo Tonus, a specialist in Lusophone literature.

Donate your books to Bibliothèques Sans Frontières in a fundraising drive

Give a second life to your books in good condition and let others benefit from a literary culture thanks to the solidarity collection for the NGO Bibliothèques Sans Frontières, from April 19 to May 11, 2025.

Eaubonne Children's Book Fair: a festive and artistic 2025 edition, discover the program

Attention families and children: the Salon du Livre Jeunesse d'Eaubonne returns to the Salle Paul Nicolas on March 29 and 30, 2025. The fair is free for all, so make the most of it!

Salon du Livre Africain de Paris 2025: book signings and conferences at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux

From March 14 to 16, 2025, the fourth edition of the Salon du Livre Africain de Paris will be held at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux. An opportunity to discover the richness of the continent's literature!

Les Fourmis: the game based on Bernard Werber's bestseller wins a Pegasus award, our opinion

Les Fourmis, the video game inspired by Bernard Werber's novel, developed by Microids and Tower Five, awaits you on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series from November 7, 2024. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it!

Quartier du Livre 2025: the literary festival in Paris' 5th arrondissement

The Quartier du Livre festival returns from June 3 to 11, 2025 to the Latin Quarter, a landmark of Parisian literature. For almost a week, discover books in all their forms through hundreds of events for all ages.

The Book Club des Champs: the meeting place for book fans at Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées

Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées is launching the Book Club des Champs, its own book club in collaboration with Éditions Points. Each month, choose your favorite book from among 3 titles, then discuss it both online and at in-store meetings. Reservations from April 19 to 21, 2025 on the website.

Les Mots Libres: a month of literary shows, performances and concerts in Courbevoie

In June, Courbevoie becomes the Capital of Words with the "Les Mots Libres" festival, celebrating writing, orality and creativity in all its forms. From June 6 to 29, 2025, shows, workshops and meetings will punctuate this edition.

Nuits de la lecture 2025: a reading party at Le Poinçon for an evening dedicated to books

During Reading Nights 2025, you're invited to take part in a reading party, to share your love of books with as many people as possible, at Le Poinçon, on Sunday January 26!

Les Rencontres du Pont Royal: exceptional literary events and gastronomic dinners

If you're a lover of great literature, this is the concept for you! In the restaurant of the Pont Royal luxury hotel, meet renowned writers and enjoy an exceptional gastronomic dinner, on new dates in 2025.

Browse Notre-Dame, the cathedral's medieval manuscript exhibition at the Musée de Cluny

To coincide with the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Musée de Cluny is presenting two exhibitions, including one on masterpieces from its medieval library, organized in conjunction with BnF, from November 19, 2024 to March 16, 2025.