Salon du Livre de Bugeat
Festival du livre et remise du Prix Georges-Emmanuel Clancier
2026
About Salon Livre Bugeat
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Salon Livre Bugeat — edition 2026
2026 Edition: literary gathering
The Salon du Livre de Bugeat returns on August 8, 2026, at the Foyer Rural for a new day dedicated to literature.
On the program: meetings and signings with numerous writers and publishers from 10 am to 6 pm, presentation of the Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Short Story Prize at 11 am with readings accompanied by flute, creative workshops (bookmark workshop at 10 am, activities for young readers at 2 pm, registration required), and a theatrical reading at 4 pm.
Free admission for this friendly literary day in the heart of Corrèze.
Highlights Salon Livre Bugeat 2026
- Writers and publishers present
- Presentation of the Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Prize
- Bookmark workshop at 10 am (registration required)
- Activities for young readers at 2 pm (registration required)
- Theatrical reading at 4 pm
- Free and open admission
Prices Salon Livre Bugeat 2026
Practical information — Salon Livre Bugeat
Practical information
Date and times
The fair takes place over one day (generally in the summer, date varies by year).
Hours: 10 am - 6 pm
Location
Foyer Rural de Bugeat
19170 Bugeat, Corrèze
- By car: Bugeat is located northeast of Corrèze, about 60 km from Tulle and 50 km from Ussel. Follow the D979.
- Parking: Free parking available near the Foyer Rural.
- By train: Ussel station (25 km away), then bus or taxi.
Prices
Free admission
Day's program
- 10 am: Opening of the fair and bookmark workshop (registration required)
- 10 am-6 pm: Meetings and signings with writers
- 11 am: Presentation of the Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Short Story Prize with readings and musical accompaniment (flute)
- 2 pm: Activities for young readers with writers and book exchanges (registration required)
- 4 pm: Reading of excerpts from "Ma vie sur un plateau" by La Kélidône
Workshops by registration
Some workshops require prior registration (bookmark workshop at 10 am, activities for young readers at 2 pm). Information from the association.
Contact
Association Les Amis du Pays de Bugeat
For information and workshop registrations
Tips
- Arrive at opening at 10 am to make the most of the day
- Don't miss the Clancier Prize presentation at 11 am
- Register in advance for workshops
- Bring a bag to carry your book purchases
- Allow time to chat with the authors
- Special activities for children: come as a family
The book celebrated in Bugeat
Each year, the association Les Amis du Pays de Bugeat organizes a Book Fair that brings together writers, publishers, and passionate readers at the Foyer Rural in Bugeat. This event is part of the Sport and Culture Festival, creating a day rich in literary encounters and discoveries.
A day dedicated to literature
From 10 am to 6 pm, the Book Fair opens its doors with a varied program that highlights literary creation in all its forms.
Meetings and signings
Many writers and publishers are present throughout the day to meet the public, present their works, and sign their books. Novels, essays, poetry, children's literature, regional books: all genres are represented.
The Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Short Story Prize
The highlight of the day: the presentation of the Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Short Story Prize at 11 am. This prestigious literary prize rewards the best short stories of the year. The ceremony is accompanied by readings of the winning stories by their authors, with musical accompaniment (flute).
Georges-Emmanuel Clancier (1914-2018) was a French poet, novelist, and literary critic, a major figure in Limousin literature.
Workshops and activities
The fair offers a rich program of activities:
- 10 am: Bookmark workshop (registration required)
- 11 am: Presentation of the Georges-Emmanuel Clancier Prize with readings and music
- 2 pm: Activities for young readers with writers and book exchanges (registration required)
- 4 pm: Reading of excerpts from "Ma vie sur un plateau" by the company La Kélidône
Children's activities
Special attention is paid to young readers with dedicated activities: creative workshops, meetings with children's authors, book exchanges between children... The goal is to pass on the pleasure of reading to new generations.
A free and friendly event
Admission to the Salon du Livre de Bugeat is free. This literary day aims to be accessible to all in a warm and friendly atmosphere. It's an opportunity to discover new authors, meet your favorite writers, and share your passion for reading.
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