Rencontre avec l’autrice coréenne Cho Nam Joo
Join Cho Nam Joo, author of Kim Jiyoung, née en 1982, as she discusses her feminist take on Korean society and her new Miss Kim (Robert Laffont). In a Paris talk at the Centre Culturel Coréen, this is a vivid evening of literary conversation and insight into contemporary Korean fiction.
Pour une nouvelle vie - Rencontre avec Touhfat Mouhtare
Franco-Comorian novelist Touhfat Mouhtare speaks about her life and latest work, weaving themes of belonging, resilience, and joy. Joined by a singer and pianist, she offers a live musical reading at Bibliothèque Jacqueline de Romilly in Paris.
Rencontre avec Julien Vitores – La nature à hauteur d'enfants
Join sociologist Julien Vitores for a discussion of La nature à hauteur d'enfants, exploring how ecological socialization shapes children's lives and social inequality. Based on fieldwork with 3–6-year-olds and their parents in Île-de-France and a rural southern commune, the talk invites questions at Bibliothèque Václav Havel.
Salon du Livre Africain de Paris 2026
Paris hosts the Salon du Livre Africain de Paris 2026 at the Cordeliers Réfectoire for its 5th edition, showcasing African authors, book stalls, readings, and discussions about literature, culture, and storytelling.
Dictée avec les Linguistes atterréEs
Part of Francophonie Week, this participatory dictation session at Bibliothèque Buffon invites you to practice French and discuss women in language with the Linguistes atterréEs. Set in a historic Paris library, the event blends literacy, conversation, and playful analysis for adults curious about language and culture.
Scène ouverte poésie
Part of Poets’ Spring, Bibliothèque Oscar Wilde hosts an open poetry stage where readers and performers share verses in a warm library setting. On March 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM, a vibrant Paris literary night invites diverse voices to read, listen, and connect.
Les Aventuriers de la lecture — Mars
Youth aged readers (9–15) gather at Bibliothèque Benoîte Groult for a lively, free evening of sharing passions—from manga and novels to board games, films, comics, and video games. Participants can talk about what they love in a friendly library setting.
RENCONTRE AVEC LAURE GAUTHIER
Author Laure Gauthier reads excerpts from her first novel—a feminist fable with ecological dystopia and a futuristic tale—at Bibliothèque Marguerite Audoux, followed by a discussion with a librarian and the public about her reinterpretation of the Mélusine legend.
"De l’exil à la liberté"
As part of Printemps des Poètes 2026, theatre students from the Conservatoire Nadia et Lili Boulanger present intimate readings of texts exploring exile and the longing for freedom, staged at Maison de Victor Hugo. A reflective evening of language and voice in Paris's literary heart.
Club de lecture: La librairie des livres interdits
Attend a Paris book club session on Sunday morning to revisit Marc Levy's La librairie des livres interdits. A welcoming, discussion-friendly reading event in the heart of Paris, perfect for literature lovers to share insights and enjoy a French-language novel together.
Sieste acoustique & littéraire
A lyrical afternoon at Maison de la Poésie in Paris, where acoustic performances meet literary readings. Sieste acoustique & littéraire blends spoken word with gentle guitar in an intimate, candlelit setting—perfect for poetry lovers and music fans alike.
"Printemps des poétesses"
An intimate, free-entry literary evening at FGO-Barbara celebrating women poets through a book-club style gathering. Expect readings and lively discussion of contemporary poetry in a cozy Paris venue, spotlighting female voices and fresh perspectives.
Après-midi contée avec Maison Lönni
An afternoon of storytelling inspired by African and Caribbean oral traditions, held at Le Bar à Bulles in Paris with Maison Lönni. This free, intimate session invites listeners to share memories and enjoy captivating tales in a welcoming, bar-side setting.
Chloé Delaume presents
Chloé Delaume presents a live reading at Maison de la Poésie in Paris, featuring selections from her latest works and a post-reading discussion. An intimate, lyric-minded literary evening in a renowned venue that celebrates contemporary French prose and sharp storytelling.
P.O.L extended / Écrire entre les arts : scènes, textes, images
On 23 March 2026 at 19:00, a cross-disciplinary literary event at Maison de la Poésie, Paris, exploring how scenes, texts and images intersect in contemporary writing through P.O.L extended. A thoughtful discussion blending poetry, prose and visual art.
Fabrice Luchini reads Victor Hugo
Fabrice Luchini delivers a luminous reading of Victor Hugo at Théâtre de l'Atelier in Paris. This intimate literary performance blends masterful storytelling with Hugo's enduring verse, offering a refined evening of theatre-meets-literature in a classic Paris venue.
Rencontre avec Jens Christian Grøndahl
French-language literary encounter at TDV-Sarah Bernhardt in Paris with Danish author Jens Christian Grøndahl. A thoughtful discussion on contemporary storytelling, followed by a Q&A in an intimate theatre setting.
Jennifer K. Dick at SpokenWord Paris — Crossings
Jennifer K. Dick, acclaimed author and translator, is the special guest at SpokenWord Paris. On March 23 at Chat Noir in Paris, the evening explores the Crossings theme with intimate poetry and prose performance.
Philippe Torreton –Veiller
Renowned French actor Philippe Torreton presents Veiller in an intimate literary reading at Maison de la Poésie in Paris. This evening blends prose and performance in a celebrated Paris venue, offering a refined encounter with contemporary storytelling.
Festival Les Intempestives - Rencontre poétique avec Sophie Loizeau
Join a poetry evening with French poet Sophie Loizeau at Bibliothèque Claude Lévi-Strauss as part of Festival Les Intempestives. The program features readings from her nature-infused poetry and a discussion on craft and contemporary poetry. A refined literary event in an intimate library setting.
Le Book Club des poètes de laNRF
Join Le Book Club des poètes de la NRF at Maison de la Poésie in Paris for an intimate evening of readings and discussion centered on NRF poets. Expect thoughtful exchange about contemporary French poetry in a welcoming, book-club atmosphere.
Julien Perez –NyxX
An intimate Parisian evening at Maison de la Poésie as Julien Perez presents NyxX, a contemporary literary performance blending spoken word with musical textures. The venue’s historic charm frames a provocative night of poetry and experimental text from Perez.
Cyrille Martinez –Comment habiller un garçon
Join Cyrille Martinez for a live reading and discussion of Comment habiller un garçon at Maison de la Poésie in Paris. An intimate literary evening blending performance with thoughtful conversation in a historic venue.
La Realidad de Neige Sinno
Poet Neige Sinno performs a reading at Maison de la Poésie in Paris, presenting intimate verses that blend memory and language. The evening promises a refined literary atmosphere in a storied Paris venue.
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