French literature appeals to a growing readership abroad

FRANCE IN FOCUS FRANCE 24

By: Nadia CHARBIT | Stéphanie CHEVAL | Sonia BARITELLO 13 min

This week, we're exploring the world of literature. The highlight of France's literary year comes in the autumn, with the publishing world's annual awards season. Among the different high-profile prizes to be won is the Prix de Flore, which is celebrating its 25th edition. These prizes offer young and promising authors the chance to win a sizeable cheque, but more importantly the type of coverage which can launch their career and also that of their publishers. We tell you more.