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The Mouans-Sartoux Book Festival: An Ode to Literature and Culture

38th Mouans-Sartoux Book Festival

See you in 2026!

The Festival du Livre de Mouans-Sartoux, a veritable showcase for contemporary literature, is an international event which this year welcomes 300 guests to the delight of book lovers. Nestled in the heart of the Alpes-Maritimes, in the charming commune of Mouans-Sartoux, this iconic festival takes place every autumn and is a unique rendezvous for all bibliophiles and readers. With meetings, book signings, debates and events, the 2026 edition promises a rich and committed programme to celebrate literary culture in all its forms.

A Écrin de Découvertes Littéraires

The Mouans-Sartoux Book Festival is the ideal place to discover a varied literary programme, ranging from contemporary novels to poetry and comic strips.

This book festival showcases committed authors who share their passion and expertise with the public. Visitors can attend literary concerts and enriching meetings, where writers present and discuss their works.

Thanks to its friendly atmosphere, every reader can let themselves be carried away by the magic of the pages and discover new books that will feed their passion for literature.

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Enlightening Encounters with Authors

One of the festival’s greatest assets is its ability to bring together internationally renowned writers and passionate readers.

Round tables, writing workshops and animations allow attendees to interact directly with authors and ask questions about their creations.

These enriching exchanges offer insight into the challenges writers face in today’s world and provide a better understanding of the nuances of different literary genres.

The literary concerts that punctuate the festival add a unique artistic dimension, making this event a truly vibrant and dynamic book fair in Mouans-Sartoux.

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An Enduring Commitment to Promoting Reading

Prize presentation by Alexis Jenni, Prix Goncourt

Since its creation over 35 years ago, the Mouans-Sartoux Book Festival has been built on two strong pillars: ecology and humanism. Faithful to these values, the event continues its commitment by highlighting works that raise awareness and question our relationship with the world.

Every two years, the Mouans-Sartoux Prize for Books Committed to the Planet rewards a book that stands out for its focus on ecological issues, biodiversity, climate justice or transition. Novels, essays, youth, comics, teenagers: five categories are honoured.

The 2026 edition promises, once again, to be committed and inspiring!