International Books

01/05/2026

🗨️🦍11th edition: 20-23 May 2026!

Alliance Française de Dublin and IGI (Illustrators Guild of Ireland) are proud to present the 11th edition of the Comic Book Festival Dublin, celebrating the vibrant worlds of comics and illustration. This year’s programme features a series of creative events designed to inspire, entertain, and amaze.

Building on the success of last year’s festival, this edition expands in scope and introduces exciting new elements. The opening evening will feature acclaimed French comic creators Fabien Tillon & Gaël Remise, alongside outstanding Irish artists Sarah Bowie & Sheena Dempsey, who will present their work.
In addition to our spectacular evening of Live Readings, the festival will offer a full day of workshops led by industry specialists, including an all-day masterclass by legendary Irish artist Eion Coveney. A highlight of this year’s programme is a unique partnership with the Irish National Opera, exploring the surprising yet fascinating connections between the classic French comic Astérix and Bellini’s opera Norma. We are also proud to present, for the very first time, a professionally focused panel aimed at both emerging and established creators and artists.

Throughout the festival, visitors can enjoy a curated selection of works at The French Library, an exhibition showcasing selected works by our guest artists, book sales and signings, and a special convention organised in partnership with Little Deer Bookshop and Dublin Comic Arts on Saturday 23rd.

All events are presented in a mix of French and English, with a touch of Irish, and free of charge – except the Masterclass and the Creative workshops (25% discount for AF Friends)

Full programme: alliance-francaise.ie/bd/

29/04/2026

It's that time again! The exams are approaching and demand is high, so make sure to get your orders in early!

08/04/2026

Six novels have been shortlisted for the 2026 Dublin Literary Award, sponsored by Dublin City Council, marking 31 years of celebrating excellence in world literature. 📚✨

The shortlisted titles are Gliff by Ali Smith; In Late Summer by Magdalena Blažević, translated from the Croatian by Anđelka Raguž; Live Fast by Brigitte Giraud, translated from the French by Cory Stockwell; Perspectives by Laurent Binet, translated from the French by Sam Taylor; The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong; and What I Know About You by Éric Chacour, translated from the French by Pablo Strauss.

This year’s shortlist reflects the Award’s international scope, with authors from Bosnia, Canada, France, the United Kingdom and the United States. Four of the six shortlisted titles are translations, with three from French and one from Croatian, while debut novelists Magdalena Blažević and Éric Chacour are also recognised.

21/03/2026

What a great day it’s been, thank you all for coming!
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow from 11am for the final day of the Franco-Irish Literary Festival which presents, for the very first time, children's sessions: Join authors Baptiste Beaulieu, Adeline Baldacchino and F***y Britt for family readings and workshops!

Full programme: ow.ly/j4L650YqbEA

Presented as part of the Francophonie in Ireland Festival by Alliance Française Dublin and Ambassade de France en Irlande France en Irlande, with the support of The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon, Dublin City of Literature, Foras na Gaeilge, Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) and RTÉ

21/03/2026

Many thanks to International Books for their pop-up book shop on 1st floor of the Alliance Française de Dublin, featuring original versions and translations of our guests' books, plus other titles for all ages on the theme of “Others”
Full programme: https://ow.ly/j4L650YqbEA

21/03/2026

21/03/2026

We're here all day! Come and say hello Alliance Française de Dublin Franco-Irish Literary Festival

18/03/2026

Two days to go!

Merci / Thank you / Go raibh maith agat to the 19 guest writers of the upcoming 26th Franco-Irish Literary Festival:

Adeline Baldacchino, Baptiste Beaulieu, Rachid Benzine, F***y Britt, Mary Costello, Cúán de Búrca, Wendy Erskine, Bridget Farrell, Sarah Gilmartin, Rinny Gremaud, Marie Hermet, Paul Murray, Marie Ndiaye, Ailbhe Ní Ghearbhuigh, Olivier Norek, Mark O’Connell, Katriona O’Sullivan, Bernard Phelan, and Cécile Tlili.

Come and meet them at Alliance Française Dublin from March 19 to 22 for exclusive discussions, interviews, readings, signings, and workshops 👉 francoirishliteraryfestival.com/

06/03/2026

Our 26th edition will take place on March 19th-22nd at Alliance Française de Dublin on the theme “Others / Les Autres / Daoine eile” and welcome 19 international authors in English, French & Irish languages for panel discussions, readings, interviews and workshops, signings, and more!
Discover the programme of free events: http://www.francoirishliteraryfestival.com/2026/

This Franco-Irish Literary Festival 2026 is presented by Alliance Française de Dublin and Ambassade de France en Irlande, with the support of The Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon, Dublin City of Literature, Foras na Gaeilge, with media partners RTÉ, as part of the Francophonie in Ireland Festival.
In partnership with: Literature Ireland, Irish Writers Centre, Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, DCU, Maynooth University, the Embassy of Switzerland in Ireland, Québec Government Office in London, Chapters, International Books , Centre Culturel Irlandais, Lycée Français International Samuel Beckett, Le Printemps des Poètes

11/02/2026

We have moved. We are just across the road in number 24 South Frederick Street. Please pop in and say 👋

05/12/2025

Our ’s Christmas Concert this Saturday at 3pm is nearly sold out!
Join us for a heart-warming afternoon of traditional favourites from France and beyond at the French Library, followed by a vin chaud at Café Madeleine!
Saturday 6th December at 3pm
Free booking: ow.ly/q8Bg50XyKRi