The prestigious Goncourt prize was awarded to Philippe Jaenada, while the Renaudot prize went to François‑Henri Désérable, according to the juries’ final votes.
Both writers are already well‑established in the current bestseller landscape, contrasting with the surprise Medicis prize winner Philippe Vasset.
The awards season has unfolded against a backdrop of intense discussion about artificial intelligence and the authenticity of literary works.
Industry observers note that the selections underscore a preference for proven commercial success during a year marked by technological controversy.