In this journey through the literary landscape of France, we venture into iconic independent bookstores, stroll through charming book villages, and feel the lively atmosphere of France's renowned book festivals. We also **delve** into the spirited debate on reading versus listening to books—a topic that resonates with book lovers worldwide. It's clear that in France, the love for books is more than a pastime; it's a deeply ingrained part of the culture, a cherished tradition that continues to thrive. From the bustling shelves of Parisian bookstores to the tranquil lanes of Montolieu, books hold a special place in the French heart. Thank you for joining us on this literary expedition across France, a true haven for bookworms.  Table of Contents for this Episode Today on the podcast Podcast supporters The Magazine part of the podcast Episode Colson Whitehead in Toulouse The largest bookstore complex: Gilbert Joseph Shakespeare and Company Some bookstores also published books Librairie Jousseaume, Galerie Vivienne Librairie Delamain, the oldest independent bookstore in Paris Bilingual Bookstores La Librairie Gourmande LGBT+ Bookshop, Les Mots a la Bouche L’Amour du Noir Artazart L’Écume des Pages Bookstores outside of Paris MOLLAT in Bordeaux Bookstore in Toulouse Godon in Lille Librairie Maupetit, Marseille Le Bal des Ardents, Lyon Kléber, Strasbourg Le Trouve Tout Du Livre Le Trouve Tout du Livre, Montolieu The Village of Books Book festivals and fairs Le Marathon des mots Festival International de la Bande Dessinéex Is listening to a book the same as reading? Thank you Patrons Zoom meetings with Patrons Zoom meeting times for Patrons Weather in France late August About the Join Us in France podcast Going forward Itinerary Calls are going to be on Zoom Olympic News Medical bills while in France La Carte Vitale Next week on the podcast Copyright More episodes about French culture