Concours de Nouvelles
This year, for the Mois de l’Imaginaire, participants are invited to let their imaginations run free and create stories on the theme ‘What if childhood dreams came true: chaos or enchantment?’
40 dates from 10 November 2026 to 2 January 2027, Concours de Nouvelles plays at Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke (75005 Paris). Free access.
Checked on 10 November 2026.
Overview
This year, for the Mois de l’Imaginaire, participants are invited to let their imaginations run free and create stories on the theme ‘What if childhood dreams came true: chaos or enchantment?’
The short story writing competition on the theme ‘What if childhood dreams came true: chaos or enchantment?’ is now open!
This year, as part of the Nuits de la lecture, participants are invited to write stories on the theme ‘What if childhood dreams came true: chaos or enchantment?’ in the genres of science fiction, fantasy or the fantastique.
Budding writers have until Tuesday 5 January 2027 to submit their work of fiction and try to win the first prize.
Pens at the ready, and may the best stories win!
The stories will be read aloud at the Nuit de la lecture on Saturday 23 January 2027 and put to a public vote.
Below you will find the competition rules and the entry form, to be returned to us on site or to the following email address: bibliotheque.rainer-maria.rilke@paris.fr
; Credits: RMR library
; Credits: RMR library
; Credits: RMR library
Getting there
Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke
The Rainer Maria Rilke Library is a library located at 88 ter boulevard de Port-Royal, Paris (75005). Leisure activities, as well as lectures and meetings, can be attended there.
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- 88 Ter boulevard de Port-Royal, 75005 Paris
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- B Port Royal 3 min walk
- 4 6 Raspail 10 min walk
- B Luxembourg 12 min walk
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Concours de Nouvelles take place?
Concours de Nouvelles takes place at Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke (75005 Paris).
When does Concours de Nouvelles take place?
Concours de Nouvelles has 40 dates in Paris. Next scheduled date: Wed, 11 Nov 2026, 10:00.
What time does Concours de Nouvelles start?
Time listed for Concours de Nouvelles: 10:00 on 11 November 2026 at Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.
How do I get to Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke?
Bibliothèque Rainer Maria Rilke is located at 88 Ter boulevard de Port-Royal, 75005 Paris. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.
How do I book tickets for Concours de Nouvelles?
Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from concerts.paris: https://concerts.paris/go/tickets?event=serie-concours-de-nouvelles-bibliotheque-rainer-maria-rilke.
What type of event is Concours de Nouvelles?
Concours de Nouvelles is classified as “Talks & meet-ups” in the concerts.paris listings.
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