The French Book Office is an interface between French and Indian publishers, translators and authors. We promote cultural dialogue between French and Indian authors through participation in literature festivals & book fairs, develop and nurture long-term partnerships with professionals of publishing (Romain Rolland Book Prize, Goncourt Choice of India), initiate co-productions (Tagore Publication Assistance Programme) and support authors residencies (MEET, Résidence Culture) and translation & publishing training programs (Translator’s Factory, Young Publishers Programme).

For any queries, please contact the team at [email protected]

Supports & Awards

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MAD-IFI Graphic Novel Residency

Invite a French Graphic Novelist to visit Bangalore to create a new body of work inspired by the city/state/region and its historical connection with France.

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The Goncourt Choice of India

The Goncourt Choice of India is affiliated with the Prix Goncourt. It was created for Indian francophone students who love literature.

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Romain Rolland Book Prize

The prize was created in 2017 with the aim of awarding the best translation of a French title into any Indian language, including English.

Trainings

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Young Publishers Programme

Three young active Indian publishers will benefit from theoretical and professional training in the French publishing network.

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Translator's Factory

The objective of this training programme is to encourage translators to translate from French to Indian languages and vice versa.

News & Activities

  • La critique littéraire gagnante – Le Prix Goncourt

    Lokesh Bishnoi, étudiant à l’université EFL (Hyderabad) a écrit un grand critique littéraire du titre lauréat du Prix Goncourt 2021 : La mémoire la plus secrète des hommes de Mohamed Mbougar Saar.

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  • Paris Book Festival 2022

    Paris Book Festival, France's main literary event, was held in Paris - and welcomed India as its guest of honour country.

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  • Translator’s Factory – French to Bengali

    This program aims at giving young translators an opportunity to work with experts.

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Events

French Authors’ India Tour

May 7 - May 15

Witness enriching sessions by eminent French and Indian authors, experts, as well as book launches, children’s workshops and much more.

French Literary Fest

May 7 - May 10

Eminent French authors, graphic novelists and children’s writers bring forth a French literary weekend filled with round tables and debates.

The Goncourt Choice of India

April 5 @ 19:00 - 21:00

47 Indian jury members discovered 4 books for the Goncourt choice of India. Their choice will be announced on 5th April 2022.