For the 2025 edition, the jury is made up of ten eminent figures from the international literary scene, including Ritta Baddoura, Linda Maria Baros, Arthur Billerey, Yves Boudier, Denise Desautels, Jalal El Hakmaoui, Yves Namur, James Noël, Jean Portante and Jean -Philippe Raîche. The Prize award ceremony, organized in collaboration with the Marché de la Poésie de Paris, will take place in June 2025.
This prize will reward a collection of poems written by an emerging author, defined as having published fewer than four works and aged under 45. The collection must be published on behalf of a publisher within thirteen months preceding the deadline for submission of applications, excluding reissues.
Application Process
Editions are invited to submit applications by sending the following information to [email protected]: name, first name, electronic and telephone contact details of the author, as well as the title and publication date of the collection.
The email must be sent by the editor of the collection. A copy of the collection in PDF format must accompany the application form. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application Calendar
Opening of the call for applications: January 10, 2025
Closing of the call for applications: February 10, 2025
Announcement of the final selection: May 2025
Award ceremony: June 2025
For additional information, please contact Printemps des Poètes via the following address: [email protected].
The 2025 edition of Printemps des Poètes, directed by Linda Maria Baros, promises an intense and renewed poetic experience. With the theme “volcanic“, this festival highlights dynamic poetry, a source of creative energy and free reflection.
-Le Printemps des Poètes aims to spread poetry through events and publications, targeting both French-speaking and international audiences. The vision of this edition is to show poetry as a living and transformative force, capable of changing words into visions.
Emmanuel Hoog was also elected president of the Printemps des Poètes, succeeding Alain Borer. A prominent figure in the cultural world, he currently directs the Combat Group and is vice-president of the Théâtre Musical du Châtelet. His rich career includes positions at Agence France Presse and the National Audiovisual Institute.
The first meeting of the Board of Directors under his presidency saw the introduction of Paloma Hermina Hidalgo and Marie-Claire Pleros in their new roles of secretary and treasurer, respectively. Linda Maria Baros was also named director after a rigorous selection process.
Photo credits: Spring of Poets
By Hocine Bouhadjera
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