For more than 20 years, the Var Book Festival has established itself as a flagship event for literary culture. Every year, it brings together thousands of visitors for three days of exchanges, discoveries and sharing around literature. In 2024, nearly 150 literary events will be offered, ranging from round tables, masterclass, workshops, dedications et quizpassing through big interviews with renowned authors. More than 450 authors will be present on the stands of eighteen partner bookstores, offering a real journey through literary genres, from historical fiction to thrillers, including comics and children's books.
Marcel Pagnol in the spotlight
This edition also pays tribute to Marcel Pagnolthe famous writer and filmmaker born in Aubagne. The opportunity to celebrate his love for Provence and its language, and to rediscover the legacy he left to French literature. In this regard, several events will be organized around the author:
Un Escape Game inspired by his work, entitled “In search of water”, where participants will have to solve a series of puzzles to restart the village fountain.
A meeting with René Frégniwriter and friend of Pagnol, who will return to the life and work of the “child of the hills”.
A writing competition for middle school students from Varin honor of the Marseille author.
A wall fresco and a “search and find” which will allow young and old to discover the world of Marcel Pagnol in a fun way.
Exceptional guests
This 27th edition of the Var Book Festival highlights a wonderful diversity of authors. Inasmuch as Honorary President, Bernard Minierauthor of successful detective novels, will be at the heart of the festivities. Among this year's guests, you will be able to meet:
Véronique Olmiauthor of The courage of the innocent (Editions Albin Michel).
Dorothée Olliéricjournalist and writer, author of Mom is going to war (Editions Rocher).
Yann Queffélecwriter, known for his maritime novels, with his latest work The black jellyfish (Editions Calmann-Lévy).
Julien Sandrelbestselling author of The Chamber of Wonderswith his latest novel Lots of love and some ashes.
In addition, many authors from the literary season will be present, as well as Var writers, from local bookstores, who will offer their latest works.
An event for the whole family
The Var Book Festival is also an opportunity to bring together all generations around the passion for reading. Families will be able to enjoy creative workshops, readings for children, meetings with children's authors and activities around literature. A varied program, accessible to all, promises a friendly and warm atmosphere for young and old.
