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Writing the post for the 2024 Recap was not only a lot of fun for us, but it also helped us become aware of how much we have achieved in the past 12 months. Furthermore, it got us thinking of the future So now, as we head on into a brand-new year, it is time for us to work on SBT's goals for 2025...
As we look back on this 2024 recap of an incredible year, we’re filled with gratitude and pride for all we’ve accomplished as book translators and editors. From diving into captivating stories to helping self-published books reach new audiences, it's been a journey filled with growth, learning, and creativity...
Launching our free ebook, Translating Your Books into Spanish, has been on our minds for a while, but now it is available for you to read. Without further ado, let us introduce it to you:...
Not so long ago, we analysed literary translators’ fees and what is behind them. Today, we would like to discuss a rather controversial topic: Why are authors expected to pay royalties to their literary translators after paying a fair fee for their services?...
Working with beta readers for translated books has the potential to help self-published authors assess the quality of a translation into a language they don’t speak. But are beta readers really an author’s ace up the sleeve or are they a double-edged sword? Are they really to be blindly trusted, or should authors proceed with caution?...
Undoubtedly, 2024 has seen an unprecedented rise in the use of AI for multiple purposes: writing, designing, translation, video creation... you name it.
When used correctly, it has the potential to improve our lives and save time. But is AI the best choice when it comes to book translations?...
Sometimes, a book recommendation is not straightforward and can be subjective; what resonates with one reader might bore another. However, Translating Myself and Others by Jhumpa Lahiri is a profound exploration that translators, bilingual writers, writers who work with translators, and anyone interested in literature, translation or language will enjoy...
Inspiration comes and goes, and reading about writing can be inspiring and eye-opening. Every so often, reading about other people’s experiences can be relatable and make you feel less alone — others before you also struggled and found solace in reading about writing...
It is time to take the next step in your journey to a new market: finding the right literary translator. Luckily, to help you avoid disaster, here are some tips that will set you on the right path and help you determine if you’ve found the right linguists...
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