La Manoeuvre

Librairie La Manoeuvre is an independent bookshop whose activities bring readers, writers, and ideas together through a varied selection of books and in-store cultural events. Its featured categories include photography books, graphic novels, science fiction, and children’s literature, alongside recommendations and staff-selected “gems.” The bookshop also highlights works by contemporary authors and publishers, helping customers discover new releases as well as revisit established writers.

A central part of La Manoeuvre’s offering is its programme of author meetings, book signings, and literary talks. Events have included conversations with writers such as Maylis de Kerangal, Cécile Amar, and Laurent Ladouari, as well as a monthly series of literary lessons led by author Arthur Larrue. These sessions explore French and Russian writers, including Baudelaire, Gogol, Nerval, Bergson, Céline, and Tolstoy. The shop also hosts discussions connected to books and local culture, creating opportunities for readers to engage directly with authors and their work. Through its books and events, La Manoeuvre serves as both a neighbourhood bookstore and a welcoming space for literary discovery.