Literary Translation

Literary Translation

Literary translation is an invaluable tool for understanding new and different cultures, discovering unexpected literary gems as well as bringing some of the world's greatest literary works to new audiences.

The literary translation centre at The London Book Fair is a lively forum for discovery, debate and expertise on all aspects of literary translation. It is a centre where people passionate about translation - from editors, publishers, translators, students, authors and agents - can meet, network, engage and build relationships that will further the publishing of literature in translation, both in the UK and internationally.

Seminars

Our comprehensive seminar programme is geared to equip you in all aspects literary translation and sessions will cover:

  • Children's books in translation
  • Training and advice for translators, from those starting out to experts
  • Reports and studies
  • Promoting new books in translation
  • Focus on specific countries and regions

Further details of the seminar programme will be available early 2012.

For more information, contact Fiona Kellagher on +44 (0) 20 8910 7174.

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