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Emmanuelle Pierrot

Emmanuelle Pierrot is a Canadian writer from Montreal, Quebec, born in 1994.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Emmanuelle Pierrot is a Canadian writer from Montreal, Quebec, born in 1994. She is best known for her debut novel, *La version qui n’intéresse personne* (2023), which won several major literary prizes and was shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for French-language fiction.

Early life

Pierrot was born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1994. Public profiles describe her as having grown up in the Montreal suburbs and later living in several places across Canada and the United States.

Literary career

Her debut novel, *La version qui n’intéresse personne*, was published in 2023. The book drew on her time in Dawson City, Yukon, and became a notable French-language literary success in Quebec and beyond.

Recognition

The novel won the Prix littéraire des collégiens, the Prix des libraires du Québec, and the Combat national des livres in 2024. It was also shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for French-language fiction.

Adaptation

The novel has been optioned for film adaptation. Reports indicate the project is associated with Couronne Nord and director Myriam Verreault.

Key facts

  • Born in Montreal in 1994.
  • Her debut novel is *La version qui n’intéresse personne*, published in 2023.
  • The novel won the 2024 Prix littéraire des collégiens and the 2024 Combat national des livres.
  • It was also shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for French-language fiction.
  • The novel has been optioned for film adaptation.
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Canadian context

Pierrot is a Canadian author from Montreal, and her work has received major recognition in Quebec and national French-language literary circles.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Emmanuelle Pierrot?
She is a Canadian writer from Montreal, Quebec, known for her debut novel *La version qui n’intéresse personne*.
When was Emmanuelle Pierrot born?
She was born in 1994.
What is Emmanuelle Pierrot known for?
She is best known for *La version qui n’intéresse personne*, her debut novel published in 2023.
What awards has her novel won?
It won the 2024 Prix littéraire des collégiens, the Prix des libraires du Québec, and the Combat national des livres.
Was her novel nominated for any major prize?
Yes. It was shortlisted for the Governor General’s Award for French-language fiction.
Is there a film adaptation planned?
Yes. The novel has been optioned for adaptation as a feature film.

References

  1. Centre du Théâtre d’Aujourd’huihttps://theatredaujourdhui.qc.ca/artistes/emmanuelle-pierrot
    Supports: Birth year, birthplace, occupation, and awards for *La version qui n’intéresse personne*.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emmanuelle_Pierrot
    Supports: Birth year, nationality, debut novel publication year, award shortlist, and film adaptation information.
  3. Trameshttps://trames.xyz/en/auteur/pierrot-emmanuelle
    Supports: Birth year, upbringing, residences, occupations, and debut novel.
  4. CBC Bookshttps://www.cbc.ca/books/emmanuelle-pierrot-s-debut-novel-defended-by-david-thibodeau-wins-combat-national-des-livres-1.7220666
    Supports: Novel subject matter, author background, and Combat national des livres win.