Antoine Laurain is a French author and screenwriter. He is best known for his novels The Red Notebook, The President's Hat, and The Dinner Guest. Laurain's works have been translated into more than twenty languages and have been adapted into films. He has also written for television and radio. Laurain is a graduate of the prestigious Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris and has a degree in philosophy. He is a passionate advocate for the preservation of French culture and language. He is also a member of the French Academy of Cinema and Television. Laurain's works are often humorous and lighthearted, but also explore deeper themes of love, friendship, and identity. His writing is often praised for its wit and charm.