Grand Prix de Littérature Policière
ぐらん・ぷり・ど・りてらちゅーる・ぽりしえーる
An authoritative literary award targeting French crime and detective novels. Established in 1948. Awarded to the best works in the French division and international division.
Mystery/Crime novelsDetective novelsLiterary awardsFrench literature awards
- Established
- 1948
- Organizer
- Grand Prix de Littérature Policière Selection Committee (Founded: Maurice-Bernard Endrèbe)
- Category
- Genre Fiction
- Selection Method
- Selection
- Target
- Professional
- Frequency
- 1 per year
- Status
- Active
Description
Grand Prix de Littérature Policière is a French literary award founded in 1948 by writer and critic Maurice-Bernard Endrèbe, one of the most prestigious awards in the crime novel and detective novel fields. Every year, outstanding works published that year are selected in two categories: French-language works (French division) and international works including translations (international division). The selection is conducted by the selection committee, and winning provides evaluation and exposure opportunities for writers and publishers.
Prize
- Main Prize
- Best Work Award in French Division and International Division (honor, trophy, etc.)
- Awards in French Division and International Division respectively
- Increased recognition and sales promotion effect from winning
- Attention from media and publishing professionals
Selection
Selection Process
| Stage | Judges | Pass Rate | Announcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate selection (nomination) | Selection committee (writers, critics, experts) | — | Candidates are selected by the selection committee. |
| Final selection and winner determination | Selection committee (by meeting vote or deliberation) | — | Officially announced after decision by the selection committee. Published on media and official site. |
Candidate selection (nomination)
Judges
Selection committee (writers, critics, experts)
Announcement
Candidates are selected by the selection committee.
Final selection and winner determination
Judges
Selection committee (by meeting vote or deliberation)
Announcement
Officially announced after decision by the selection committee. Published on media and official site.
Criteria
- Literary value and originality of style
- Completeness of plot and structure (suspense and tension)
- Contribution to the genre (crime/detective)
- Depth of theme and social engagement
- For translated works: quality of translation and international appeal
Application Tips
Dos
- Targets already published completed works (specify publisher and publication status)
- Meet genre expectations while demonstrating originality in style and structure
- Organize and present book reviews, award history, and publication information to the selection committee (as needed)
Don''ts
- Do not submit unproofread or incomplete manuscripts (be cautious with pre-publication works)
- Do not falsify application requirements or publication status
- Do not overly promote to the selection committee (maintain courtesy)
From Judges
- Emphasis on story completeness (structure, pacing)
- Novelty within the genre and depth of theme are highly evaluated
- Translated works consider quality of both original text and translation
Related Awards
- Prix du Quai des Orfèvres
- Prix Mystère de la Critique
- Prix Polar / Prix du Polar
- Prix du Roman Policier (other French crime novel awards)
- Crime & Mystery international awards (e.g., CWA International Dagger)
Past Winners
Colin Niel
Winner
Dennis Lehane
Winner
Colin Niel
Winner
Hugues Pagan
Winner
Sandrine Cohen
Winner
Frédéric Paulin
Winner
Marion Brunet
Winner
Hannelore Cayre
Winner
Luc Chomarat
Winner
Antoine Chainas
Winner
Ron Rash
Winner
Antoine Chainas
Winner
Karim Miské
Winner
Hervé Le Corre
Winner
Caryl Férey
Winner
DOA
Winner
Philippe Le Roy
Winner
Virginie Brac
Winner
Laurent Martin
Winner
Michel Crespy
Winner
Pascal Dessaint
Winner
Laurent Benegui
Winner
Serge Gardebled
Winner
Brigitte Aubert
Winner
René Belletto
Winner
Jean Mazarin
Winner
Pierre Siniac
Winner
Joseph Bialot
Winner
No winner