Literary Fall: Launch Event
Panel Discussion
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Villa Albertine
972 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10075
Friday, September 19, 2025 | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
On Friday, September 19, join Villa Albertine for the highlight of the season: Literary Fall, a celebration of new French and Francophone literature.
Hear from experts and leaders in the French and American book industries as they share their favorite novels and insights. Join lively conversations with authors, publishers, booksellers, curators, and influencers as we explore the evolving concept of French literature and what American readers may look for in French novels today.
The program features leading figures from the American literary scene, including Sarah McNally, founder and CEO of McNally Jackson, the author Nicole Krauss, as well as publishers Michael Reynolds, Barbara Epler, Edwin Frank, and Jillian Kravatz. Alyssa Reeder, co-founder of the popular book club Library Science, will deliver closing remarks.
The event will conclude with a cocktail reception.
RSVP today to secure your spot!
2:30 pm Welcoming remarks
2:40 pm Reframing national literatures: a conversation with Michael Reynolds (Europa Editions), Sarah McNally (McNally Jackson) and Nicole Krauss (author), moderated by Adam Dalva
3:35 pm Presenting recent and upcoming releases: with Barbara Epler (New Directions), Edwin Frank (New York Review of Books), Jillian Kravatz (Archipelago), and Michael Reynolds (Europa)
4:15 pm Closing remarks by Alyssa Reeder (Library Science)
In partnership with
Institut français
The Institut français is responsible for France’s international cultural program. Supervised by both the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs and by the Ministry of Culture, it promotes French culture abroad through cultural exchange initiatives. Operating in a space where the arts, intellectual exchange, cultural and social innovation, and linguistic partnerships interact and intersect, it is also responsible for promoting the French language and the sharing of works, artists, and ideas all over the world. The Institut français is one of Villa Albertine’s main French partners.