Book Economy Development Aid Fund (FADEL)
Book Economy Development Aid Fund (FADEL): To develop and modernise the Normandy book sector, the Region and the State, in partnership with the Centre National du Livre and in collaboration with Normandie Livre & Lecture, jointly pursue the following objectives: preserving the economic balance of the book sector and contributing to its development and structuring. Beneficiaries listed in the catalogue: professionals in the book and reading sector: bookshops and book outlets, publishing houses, authors, writing residencies. Bookshops have priority. The detailed conditions and current status remain to be confirmed with the funder.
The “Book Economy Development Aid Fund (FADEL)” scheme is listed to develop and modernise the Normandy book sector: the Region and the State, in partnership with the Centre National du Livre and in collaboration with Normandie Livre & Lecture, jointly pursue the following objectives — preserving the economic balance of the book sector and contributing to its development and structuring. The official page consulted confirms the following scope: The page covers several strands of the book sector (bookshops, outlets, publishing, authors). It notably shows an overall cap of €20,000 per applicant per year for several strands, with different rates depending on the costs. But it also mentions a historical 2018–2020 agreement: the validity of the rules and of the application window in 2026 is not established. The catalogue information remains to be compared with the rules in force, notably for beneficiaries, amounts, eligible costs and the availability of the scheme.
Funded by Région Normandie
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: professionals in the book and reading sector: bookshops and book outlets, publishing houses, authors, writing residencies. Bookshops have priority. Check the legal form, size, activity, area, financial situation and exclusions in the official rules in force.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions available in the catalogue: not specified. They are not enough to confirm eligibility. Check the official criteria, exclusions, combination rules and any obligation to apply before ordering, purchasing or starting work.
What the scheme covers
Operations or costs mentioned: eligible projects: developing and sustaining the book sector — support for weakened book shops and businesses; vitality and territorial coverage — investment and professionalisation projects for book outlets promoting a pluralistic and diverse range of titles accessible to as many people as possible across all areas; innovation and digital development — supporting partners, booksellers, publishers and networks in adopting innovative tools and new uses linked to digital and new technologies; arts and cultural education (EAC) — initiatives promoting artistic practice, meeting artists, access to works and the places where they are shown, acquiring knowledge, developing creativity and critical thinking, and training the various players to acquire and share common references, fostering young people’s relationship with authors, illustrators, translators, publishers, librarians and booksellers, and encouraging reading for pleasure and a lasting relationship with books and reading. Check eligible costs, supporting documents, minimum thresholds, caps and excluded costs before any commitment.
Amount and funding terms
Amount or type of support indicated in the catalogue: grant whose amount will depend on the project. The official page shows caps and rates by strand, but cites a 2018–2020 agreement: do not apply these parameters in 2026 without confirmation of the current rules.
How to apply
1) Obtain the official page and rules in force. 2) Confirm that the scheme is active and that the project’s area is covered. 3) Check the criteria, amount, cost base, exclusions, combination rules and documents. 4) Confirm when to apply and obtain prior approval before committing costs. Confirm with the Region and Normandie Livre & Lecture that FADEL is still open in 2026, identify the exact strand, obtain the current rules and validate amounts and dates.
Timeline
No usable end date is recorded; confirm the timetable with the funder. Confirm the deadline, the status of the scheme and budget availability with the funder. Confirm with the Region and Normandie Livre & Lecture that FADEL is still open in 2026, identify the exact strand, obtain the current rules and validate amounts and dates.
Key facts
- Funder
- Région Normandie
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Geographic scope
- Normandie
Frequently asked questions
What is the Book Economy Development Aid Fund (FADEL) scheme for?
The catalogue describes its purpose as follows: to develop and modernise the Normandy book sector, the Region and the State, in partnership with the Centre National du Livre and in collaboration with Normandie Livre & Lecture, jointly pursue the following objectives: preserving the economic balance of the book sector and contributing to its development and structuring; supporting literary creation, book distribution and all professionals in the book ecosystem. Check that the project falls within the scope of the official rules in force.
Who can benefit and what are the main conditions?
Beneficiaries mentioned in the catalogue: professionals in the book and reading sector: bookshops and book outlets, publishing houses, authors, writing residencies. Bookshops have priority. The conditions mentioned are: not specified. The legal form, location, exclusions and current criteria must be confirmed.
What amount or type of funding can be obtained?
Grant whose amount will depend on the project. The official source consulted also states: The page covers several strands of the book sector (bookshops, outlets, publishing, authors). It notably shows an overall cap of €20,000 per applicant per year for several strands, with different rates depending on the costs. But it also mentions a historical 2018–2020 agreement: the validity of… These elements do not guarantee an award; confirm the cap, cost base, rate and form of funding with the funder.
Is the scheme still open and how do I apply?
No usable end date is recorded; confirm the timetable with the funder. Confirm with the Region and Normandie Livre & Lecture that FADEL is still open in 2026, identify the exact strand, obtain the current rules and validate amounts and dates. Before any order, purchase or spending, confirm the opening and the procedure with the relevant authority.
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