Apéro Polar: Réservez Votre Soirée
- On Saturday, April 5th, at 6:30 PM, the médiathèque is hosting an Apéro polar, a special event dedicated to the world of crime fiction.
- The guest of honor is none other than Patrick Manoukian, a versatile figure known as a novelist, editor, publicist, and journalist.
- In 1978, Manoukian showcased his travel writing skills with two narratives: D’Islande en Belize and Pantanal.
An Evening with Patrick Manoukian: Apéro Polar Event
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- An Evening with Patrick Manoukian: Apéro Polar Event
- An Evening with Patrick Manoukian: Your questions answered
Mark your calendars! On Saturday, April 5th, at 6:30 PM, the médiathèque is hosting an Apéro polar, a special event dedicated to the world of crime fiction.
The guest of honor is none other than Patrick Manoukian, a versatile figure known as a novelist, editor, publicist, and journalist. Manoukian’s literary talent extends across various pseudonyms, including Ian Manook, Manook, Roy Braverman, Paul Eyghar, and Page Comann.
Early Works and Diverse Ventures
In 1978, Manoukian showcased his travel writing skills with two narratives: D’Islande en Belize and Pantanal. Later, in 1987, he established two companies: Manook, an editing agency specializing in travel communication, and les Éditions de Tournon, expanding his publishing activities for young audiences with titles like Denver and Tortues Ninja.
Ventures into Comics and youth literature
From 2003 to 2011, he contributed as a scriptwriter for several humorous comic strips. His novel for young readers, Les Bertignac : L’homme à l’œil de diamant (2011), received the prestigious Prix Gulli in 2012.
Crime Fiction Success: Yeruldelgger and Beyond
His first crime novel, Yeruldelgger, published in 2013 under the name Ian Manook, garnered meaningful acclaim.The novel received sixteen literary awards and has been translated into multiple languages, solidifying his place in the crime fiction genre.
Latest Work: Débâcle
On Saturday, April 5th, Patrick Manoukian will present his latest work, Débâcle. Attendees will have the chance to delve into the themes and characters of this new novel.
Event Highlights
- Meet Patrick Manoukian
- Discuss crime fiction
- learn about Débâcle
An Evening with Patrick Manoukian: Your questions answered
This article provides answers to frequently asked questions about Patrick Manoukian and related topics, especially concerning his appearance at the “Apéro polar” event.
Who is Patrick manoukian?
Patrick Manoukian is a prolific French writer, editor, publicist, and journalist known for his diverse literary works, spanning travel narratives, comic strips, young adult novels, and crime fiction. He also publishes under several pseudonyms, including Ian Manook, Manook, Roy braverman, Paul Eyghar, and Page Comann.
What is an Apéro Polar?
An Apéro Polar is a special event dedicated to crime fiction. It often involves discussions, book signings, and opportunities to meet authors in the genre, typically held in a relaxed atmosphere.
What Pseudonyms Does Patrick Manoukian Use?
Patrick Manoukian uses several pseudonyms, notably:
Ian Manook
Manook
Roy Braverman
Paul Eyghar
Page Comann
What Are Patrick Manoukian’s Most Notable Works?
Travel narratives
D’Islande en Belize (1978)
Pantanal (1978)
Youth Literature
Les Bertignac : L’homme à l’œil de diamant (2011) – Winner of the Prix Gulli in 2012
Crime Fiction (as Ian Manook)
Yeruldelgger (2013)
What is Yeruldelgger About?
Yeruldelgger is patrick Manoukian’s (writing as Ian Manook) first crime novel. It garnered significant acclaim winning sixteen literary awards and has been translated into several languages. The book revolves around a detective named yeruldelgger and is set in Mongolia.
What is Manoukian’s Latest Work, Débâcle, About?
Debacle is Patrick Manoukian’s latest work. It was presented at the Apéro Polar event.
Could you provide a brief overview of Patrick manoukian’s career?
Patrick Manoukian’s career showcases his versatility across different writing forms:
| Phase | Contribution | Examples |
| :———————– | :——————————————————————————————————————————————– | :————————————————————————— |
| Early Career | Travel writer | D’Islande en Belize, Pantanal |
| Entrepreneurial Ventures | Founder of Manook (editing agency) and les Éditions de Tournon (youth literature publisher) | Publishing Denver and Tortues Ninja for young audiences |
| Comic Strips | Scriptwriter for humorous comic strips | 2003-2011 |
| Youth Literature | Novelist | Les Bertignac : L’homme à l’œil de diamant (prix Gulli in 2012) |
| Crime Fiction | Author (under the pseudonym Ian manook) | Yeruldelgger* (2013) – winner of sixteen literary awards |