Saturday, November 30, 2024

Salon du livre 2024: 47th edition

Salon du livre de Montréal 2024

Montreal Annual Book Show

A literary odyssey through space and time

47th edition


November 27 – December 1, 2024


The Montreal Book Show, presented by Radio-Canada, and held at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, invites visitors to an extraordinary literary adventure! Under the theme of space-time, readers of all ages, whether alone, with friends or family, are introduced to and experience a program that is full of surprising encounters and moments. Through round tables, in-depth interviews, one-on-one meetings and a rich range of activities, this 47th edition highlights essential reflections on the relationships between past, present and future.

Workshops for the youngest lead them to discover the vast world around them along with its current issues, both through play and discussions.



The visitors are introduced to a host of thematic kiosks, exotic exhibitions, and also have an opportunity to meet with their favourite authors. There are also at the Show cozy corners for young and older visitors to immerse themselves in new books and stories.

For five days, visitors can meet, hear and discover key figures from Quebec and Canada such as Biz, Fanny Britt, Dominique Fortier, Yara El-Ghadban, Sophie Grégoire, Lawrence Hill, Dany Laferrière, Kev Lambert, Marie Laberge, Virginia Pésémapeo Bordeleau and Jean-Philippe Pleau, the French Miguel Bonnefoy, Louise Chennevière, Grégoire Delacourt, Mélissa Da Costa, Denis Michelis and Franck Thilliez, and the American Brigid Kemmerer. The youth component will also be in the spotlight with the participation of Alex A., Cara Carmina, Timothée de Fombelle, Freg, Julien Paré-Sorel, Geneviève Simard, Renee Wilkin and many other passionate writers.




Among the abundant activities of this 47th edition, there are:

68 activities for adults, including 15 Grands entretiens, 22 Tables rondes, 11 Tête-à-tête, 17 Activities partners, as well as many award ceremonies and discussions around the literary prizes that will be on the program.

And for the the youngest: 30 captivating activities, including 5 Duos illustrateurs, 5 Duos auteurs/illustrateurs, 5 Duos auteurs, 5 D'un univers à l'autre, 5 Lire et bouger, 6 Matins pyjamas, and a unique cabaret dedicated to teenagers, which will be offered to them.


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All photos @ Nadia Slejskova

For more information, visit the Salon's website.






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