Grim'Loire

The first imaginary literature convention in Centre-Val de Loire

Grim'Loire is the first convention for imaginary literature in the Centre-Val de Loire region. Created in 2024 in Azay-le-Rideau, in Indre-et-Loire, this convention immediately won over its audience: over 1,500 visitors for the first edition, and 2,000 expected for the second. Grim'Loire celebrates imaginary literature in all its forms — fantasy, science fiction, horror, steampunk, dark fantasy — in a festive and friendly atmosphere.

Over a hundred exhibitors gathered

Each edition of Grim'Loire brings together around 100 exhibitors in various categories:

• Authors signing books: novelists, short story writers, and poets of imaginary literature, present to sign their works and interact with readers
• Publishers: publishers specializing in SFFF (science fiction, fantasy, horror) presenting their catalogs
• Illustrators: artists exhibiting and selling their visual creations inspired by imaginary worlds
• Artisans of the imaginary: creators of jewelry, costumes, accessories, figurines, and objects inspired by fantasy universes
• Bookstore: sales area for works by the authors present

Activities for the whole family

Grim'Loire is not limited to exhibition stands. The convention offers numerous activities designed to welcome all audiences:

• Role-playing games: game tables led by game masters to get started or deepen your practice
• Board games: a play area with games on the theme of the imaginary
• Reading areas: quiet corners to browse and discover books
• Raffle: a prize draw with prizes related to imaginary literature
• Grim'Loire Literary Prize: award ceremony for a prize recognizing a work of the imaginary

Azay-le-Rideau: a fairytale setting

What better setting for an imaginary literature convention than the town of Azay-le-Rideau, famous for its Renaissance castle set on the waters of the Indre? The Salle Polyvalente Auguste Rodin, located at rue Gustave Eiffel, offers a spacious and accessible venue to host exhibitors and visitors. The convention is free and open to all, from long-time enthusiasts to families curious to discover the worlds of the imaginary.