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Vladimir D.
See Worlds Through My Words
Rate per word
$0.10 USD
Rate per hour
$35.00 USD
- English (US, Canadian, US South) Russian (Standard-Russia, Standard-Ukraine)
- English (US, Canadian, US South) Ukrainian (Standard-Ukraine)
- French Russian (Standard-Russia, Standard-Ukraine)
- French Ukrainian (Standard-Ukraine)
Native in:
- Russian
- Ukrainian
Literary translations:
Spiritual: “Death of a Mystic”, “Sower of Dreams”, both by L.C. Scandiuzzi
Pirate Adventure: “Under the Black Ensign”, Sci-Fi: “To the Stars”, both by L. Ron Hubbard.
Civic Activism: “Building Civil Societies: A Guide for Social and Political Activism” by H. Hoodfar, N. Pazira.
Reference: The Royal Canin Cat Encyclopedia
Christian: “After the Due Order” by Larry Gordon
Spiritual: “Death of a Mystic”, “Sower of Dreams”, both by L.C. Scandiuzzi
Pirate Adventure: “Under the Black Ensign”, Sci-Fi: “To the Stars”, both by L. Ron Hubbard.
Civic Activism: “Building Civil Societies: A Guide for Social and Political Activism” by H. Hoodfar, N. Pazira.
Reference: The Royal Canin Cat Encyclopedia
Christian: “After the Due Order” by Larry Gordon
Donatella S.
EN-IT and FR-IT literary translator
Rate per word
€0.06 EUR
Rate per hour
€35.00 EUR
- English Italian
- French Italian
Native in:
- Italian
I have been a translator for over 30 years and I love it. After many years of translating financial and legal documents, I now focus on literary translation.
Link to a list of recently published works:
https://www.ibs.it/libri/traduttore/donatella-semproni?sortPublication_date=asc
ProzCom profile: http://bit.ly/MyProfileDS
Link to a list of recently published works:
https://www.ibs.it/libri/traduttore/donatella-semproni?sortPublication_date=asc
ProzCom profile: http://bit.ly/MyProfileDS
Jan H.
PHD in German Literature at your service
Rate per word
€0.09 EUR
Rate per hour
€30.00 EUR
- Italian (Standard-Italy) German (Germany)
- English (British) German (Germany)
- French (Standard-France) German (Germany)
Native in:
- German
As a PHD in German Philology and Modern History literature and humanities texts are my natural ground. Parallel to my work as technical and legal translator I offer literary translations and I intend to expand this business. My current projects are literal translations for the series 111 Orte by the German publisher Emons Verlag. I already finished the book 111 Orte in Umbrien (ISBN 9783740802387), the next confirmed projects are Malta (by April) Langhe (by July) and Naples (by October).
Sophie C.
"The difficulty of literature is not to write, but to
Rate per word
€0.09 EUR
Rate per hour
€30.00 EUR
- French English
- Spanish English
Native in:
- English
- French
write what you mean". (R.L. Stevenson)
Highly trained in literature, philosophy and journalism, I have an arsenal of words to take on whatever swashbuckling literary adventures come my way.
Recent work:
Around Every Corner: Autobiographical novel, Marie-Emmanuelle Verhoeven
Angel Mist: Sci-fi novel & Netflix ser, P. Laby & C. Combaz
Pilgrim: Sci-fi Netflix series
Revue Temps: Online literature, philosophy and science magazine
Fingermax: Poetry for children
Highly trained in literature, philosophy and journalism, I have an arsenal of words to take on whatever swashbuckling literary adventures come my way.
Recent work:
Around Every Corner: Autobiographical novel, Marie-Emmanuelle Verhoeven
Angel Mist: Sci-fi novel & Netflix ser, P. Laby & C. Combaz
Pilgrim: Sci-fi Netflix series
Revue Temps: Online literature, philosophy and science magazine
Fingermax: Poetry for children
Marjorie G.
Graduated, experienced but above all... passionate!
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
- English French
- Spanish French
Native in:
- French
Graduated in literary translation, I have translated fiction and non fiction books: children books, political fiction, philosophical vulgarization books...
I also taught literary translation (3 months, replacement contract) and I am the secretary of the NPO TraduQtiv (https://traduqtiv.com/).
I particularly like historical novels, fantasy and young adult fiction. You can learn more about me on my website: https://www.mockingbirds.eu/
I look forward to our future collaboration!
I also taught literary translation (3 months, replacement contract) and I am the secretary of the NPO TraduQtiv (https://traduqtiv.com/).
I particularly like historical novels, fantasy and young adult fiction. You can learn more about me on my website: https://www.mockingbirds.eu/
I look forward to our future collaboration!
Annalisa P.
I am like a leaf of grass, Walt would say: straight!
Rate per word
€0.06 EUR
Rate per hour
€35.00 EUR
- German Italian
- English Italian
- French Italian
Native in:
- Italian
I did translate some short stories and a children's book (canadian/american to italian).
I am a passionate reader and so much interested in literary translations!
I am curious and interested, quick but precise!
I am a passionate reader and so much interested in literary translations!
I am curious and interested, quick but precise!
Daniel E.
Literary Translator · Editor · Proofreader
Rate per word
€0.07 EUR
Rate per hour
€30.00 EUR
- Spanish (Latin American) Spanish (Standard-Spain)
- French (Standard-France) Spanish (Standard-Spain)
- English (US) Spanish (Standard-Spain)
Native in:
- Spanish
I have been a professional linguist for more than six years now.
I have obtained a Bachelor of Science in Theoretical Physics and a Bachelor of Arts Philosophy as well as a Master's Degree in Translation. I can boast an 6-year extensive professional experience translating, editing and proofreading texts for publishers, agencies and authors from all around the world. I have had the opportunity to have ten of my literary translations published.
I have obtained a Bachelor of Science in Theoretical Physics and a Bachelor of Arts Philosophy as well as a Master's Degree in Translation. I can boast an 6-year extensive professional experience translating, editing and proofreading texts for publishers, agencies and authors from all around the world. I have had the opportunity to have ten of my literary translations published.
Kamal M.
Creative translator/proofreader
Rate per word
€0.07 EUR
Rate per hour
€25.00 EUR
- Spanish Arabic
- English Arabic
- French Arabic
Native in:
- Arabic
- Avid reader since a young age.
- Highly qualified EN-ES-FR>AR linguist with 10+ years of experience.
- BA in English Language and Literature.
- Doctoral studies in History of Theatre.
- Highly qualified EN-ES-FR>AR linguist with 10+ years of experience.
- BA in English Language and Literature.
- Doctoral studies in History of Theatre.
Gregory B.
Specialized in Sports, Politics & Personal Development
Rate per word
€0.12 EUR
Rate per hour
€70.00 EUR
- English French (Standard-France)
Native in:
- French
Award-winning translator specialized in sports and personal development, as I am a former professional triathlete and a 2-time European champion of motivational speaking.
Books translated in 2020:
"I'll Show You", Derrick ROSE.
"Indistractable", Nir EYAL.
"The Room Where It Happened", John BOLTON
"PSG : une décennie pour rêver plus grand, Clément PERNIA
"Undaunted", John O. Brennan
Books translated in 2020:
"I'll Show You", Derrick ROSE.
"Indistractable", Nir EYAL.
"The Room Where It Happened", John BOLTON
"PSG : une décennie pour rêver plus grand, Clément PERNIA
"Undaunted", John O. Brennan
Bruno D.
Philosophy and Social Sciences Translator.
Rate per word
$0.06 USD
Rate per hour
$25.00 USD
- English Portuguese
- Spanish Portuguese
- Spanish English
- French Portuguese
Native in:
- Portuguese
As I am a Nietzsche researcher and a student of Auguste Comte's philosophy, my literaty translations cover several papers from Spanish / English into Portuguese with those subjects as a target. I've been published my translations in specialized magazines like Estudos Nietzsche.
I also translated an narrative from Portuguese into English that dealt with Michel Foucault's visit to Brazil during the 1970s written by a famous Brazilian professor and published by Columbia University Press.
I also translated an narrative from Portuguese into English that dealt with Michel Foucault's visit to Brazil during the 1970s written by a famous Brazilian professor and published by Columbia University Press.
Anastasia K.
Literary translations that reflect author's spirit
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
Rate per hour
€28.00 EUR
- French Greek
- French French
- English Greek
- English French
Native in:
- Greek
- Greek (Ancient)
Since I was a child, I have always been fascinated by literature. My teaching experience includes both young and older students. The translation business has been in my blood since 1979, when I graduated from St Joseph French College in Greece. However, this has become more apparent since I graduated from Aristotle University in 1989. Both French and English versions of my books are available on Amazon, where you can find me. My hope is that we will have a long-term translation collaboration.
Mariana V.
Ancient and modern literature
Rate per word
€0.09 EUR
Rate per hour
€25.00 EUR
- English Portuguese (European/Portugal)
- French Portuguese (European/Portugal)
- Greek (Ancient) Portuguese (European/Portugal)
- Latin Portuguese (European/Portugal)
Native in:
- Portuguese
As a Classicist, translating literature is one of my biggest pleasures. Unfortunately, one of the hardest to come by, outside the academic world or the pro bono challenges of cultural associations. As a specialist in Ancient Greek tragedy, I have found that translating for modern theatre is equally fascinating. As a comics addict, I would be more than happy to venture in the field of translating speech balloons!
Caroline M.
Passionate translation with nuance and creative flair
Rate per word
€0.16 EUR
- French English (UK)
Native in:
- English
My interest in books and literature began at a very early age and developed along with a talent for languages and the written word. I discovered a particular flair for literary translation whilst at university studying Joint Honours French and German and, upon completing my degree, was offered a postgraduate teaching post on this basis. I am now especially interested in developing this area of expertise in my translation business though for the moment I have no specific experience to offer.
Damien Serge E.
Keep the style and spirit of the beginning
Rate per word
€0.08 EUR
Rate per hour
€0.30 EUR
- English French
Native in:
- French
Sci-Fi & Fantasy: The with Werewolves Trilogy by K. Mattew (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Health, Mind & Body: Ebola 2014 by Leah E. Roberts (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Health, Mind & Body: "Forever and 365 Days" by ULRIKE (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Fiction & Literature: "Amie and the Child of Africa" by Lucinda E Clarke (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Health, Mind & Body: Ebola 2014 by Leah E. Roberts (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Health, Mind & Body: "Forever and 365 Days" by ULRIKE (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Fiction & Literature: "Amie and the Child of Africa" by Lucinda E Clarke (Author), Damien Serge Etoundi Andela (Translator)
Clément C.
Master's in literary translation specialized in fiction
Rate per word
€0.11 EUR
Rate per hour
€25.00 EUR
- English French
Native in:
- French
Trained in literary translation at Université Paris-Cité and having obtained my master's degree in 2022, I am actively looking for an opportunity to translate literature from english to french. I am specialized in fiction and especially novels, and have had the occasion of working on untranslated works of Silvia Moreno Garcia and Upton Sinclair during my training.
Clare B.
Award-winning Translator and Literature Enthusiast
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
- French English
- Spanish English
Native in:
- English
An avid reader and conscientious translator, I know how to faithfully translate an author's words into my mother tongue whilst maintaining the magic of the original text.
English winner of the United Nations St. Jerome Translation Contest for a literary piece.
Distinction for 15,000 word translation of 'Le rire des déesses' (Devi) as part of MA.
Professional experience revising 62,000-word translation of Magnus' 'The History of the Northern Peoples' and transcribing poems by Bergamín.
English winner of the United Nations St. Jerome Translation Contest for a literary piece.
Distinction for 15,000 word translation of 'Le rire des déesses' (Devi) as part of MA.
Professional experience revising 62,000-word translation of Magnus' 'The History of the Northern Peoples' and transcribing poems by Bergamín.
Margaret M.
French to English with flair and flourish
Rate per word
$0.09 USD
Rate per hour
$45.00 USD
- French (Standard-France) English (British)
Native in:
- English
With an academic background in French literature: BA Hons from Cambridge, MA in Modern French Cultural Studies, Institute of Linguists Diploma in Translation (Distinction in Literature paper), I have subsequently widened my experience by working in a range of commercial settings. I'm now freelance and have translated a novel, two art books and am working on a graphic novel. I'm particularly interested in childrens/YA fiction, graphic novels, thrillers and sci fi.
Juan Carlos J.
220 Books translated, 38 years of experience
Rate per word
$0.06 USD
Rate per hour
$30.00 USD
- English (US) Spanish (Latin American, Mexican)
- French Spanish (Latin American, Mexican)
- Italian Spanish (Latin American, Mexican)
- Portuguese Spanish (Latin American, Mexican)
Native in:
- Spanish
- English
I have translated 220 books over my 38 years of experience. Title list available upon request, or can be seen on my CV.
Marcos R.
Precision and good style
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
Rate per hour
€30.00 EUR
- German Spanish
- English Spanish
- French Spanish
- Italian Spanish
- Portuguese Spanish
Native in:
- Spanish
I have translated psychoanalisis books, literary books, a dictionary of political science, two philosophy books, two books on economics and money history, and many books for children and philosophy articles in specialized magazines.
Carol G.
poetically precise prose with... panache
Rate per word
€0.15 EUR
Rate per hour
€35.00 EUR
- French (Standard-France) English (British)
- Spanish (Standard-Spain) English (British)
Native in:
- English
MA (DISTINCTION) in Literary Translation (French/Spanish poetry + prose) Exeter University
BA combined honours Spanish/French (First Class) (highest ever mark at that time in Spanish Translation dissertation)
Examples of professional work:
Spanish poems for limited-edition book by Antonio Banderas
Poems by Tom Nisse
"Femmes Pilotes de Courses Auto" (full-length illustrated book)
"Jacques Fustec" (biography/novel)
"Tales from the Maze" modern French contes
Book on wine production
BA combined honours Spanish/French (First Class) (highest ever mark at that time in Spanish Translation dissertation)
Examples of professional work:
Spanish poems for limited-edition book by Antonio Banderas
Poems by Tom Nisse
"Femmes Pilotes de Courses Auto" (full-length illustrated book)
"Jacques Fustec" (biography/novel)
"Tales from the Maze" modern French contes
Book on wine production
Zulema C.
Translations with the same pulse as the original
Rate per word
0.05 GBP
Rate per hour
20.00 GBP
- English Spanish
- French Spanish
- Catalan Spanish
Native in:
- Spanish
With over 10 years' experience in literary translation, I have worked on a variety of genres, such us contemporary novel, graphic novels, noir and young adult.
Some of the authors I have translated include Hadley Freeman, Edward Bunker, Jonathan Lee, Jack London, Thomas Hardy, Gail Parent, Monica Drake, Ben Brooks, Luc Sante and Mike Mignola.
Some of the authors I have translated include Hadley Freeman, Edward Bunker, Jonathan Lee, Jack London, Thomas Hardy, Gail Parent, Monica Drake, Ben Brooks, Luc Sante and Mike Mignola.
Barbara C.
Art history, art catalogues, heritage
- English Italian
- French Italian
Native in:
- Italian
- Titanic dietro le quinte, 1999
- Bottega Veneta, 2012
- Exhibition catalogues (Signorelli, Renoir), 2012
- La conquista del tempo (history of watchmaking), 2015
- Freespace, Biennale Architettura, 2018
Member of Strade (union of Italian translators in publishing)
Main interests and favourite genres: art, art history, cultural heritage, design, fine & fashion jewellery, cinema, biography
Would welcome opportunities to translate/adapt film/theatre scripts
- Bottega Veneta, 2012
- Exhibition catalogues (Signorelli, Renoir), 2012
- La conquista del tempo (history of watchmaking), 2015
- Freespace, Biennale Architettura, 2018
Member of Strade (union of Italian translators in publishing)
Main interests and favourite genres: art, art history, cultural heritage, design, fine & fashion jewellery, cinema, biography
Would welcome opportunities to translate/adapt film/theatre scripts
Mihaela B.
Your story, my words
Rate per word
€0.07 EUR
- English Romanian
- French Romanian
Native in:
- Romanian
More than 23 books translated so far, out of which 17 of fiction and 6 of non-fiction, 6 children's books.
Some of them included poetry, others had graphic elements.
They were detective stories, love stories, thrillers, adventures, poetic musings on life and death and grief, funny stories, interesting teachings on children, body language, marketing, psychology, literature, etc.
For details, please see my website.
Some of them included poetry, others had graphic elements.
They were detective stories, love stories, thrillers, adventures, poetic musings on life and death and grief, funny stories, interesting teachings on children, body language, marketing, psychology, literature, etc.
For details, please see my website.
Adrienne D.
Au-delà des mots : du sens & des sensations
Rate per word
€0.09 EUR
Rate per hour
€40.00 EUR
- English (US) French (Standard-France)
- German (Germany) French (Standard-France)
Native in:
- French
I earned a master's degree at the ITIRI in Strasburg and specialized in literary translation (from german and US English)
A novel I wrote in French for advanced french learners was released in 2011 by Klett Verlag.
I translated 2 books released by DE SAXUS publishing house on March and August 2021 (YA fantasy), a short german book about vegetarism in 2020.
A novel I wrote in French for advanced french learners was released in 2011 by Klett Verlag.
I translated 2 books released by DE SAXUS publishing house on March and August 2021 (YA fantasy), a short german book about vegetarism in 2020.
Isabelle C.
Solid background, solid experience, solid translations!
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
Rate per hour
€40.00 EUR
- German French
- English French
- Polish French
Native in:
- French
University education in Literature/Linguistics
Over 10 years' experience as a professional freelance linguist translating
press articles,
shorts stories,
exhibition material,
poems,
speeches,
non-fiction,
dissertations, etc.
Correcting/rewriting services
Writing privately as well (better understanding of the writing process)
Over 10 years' experience as a professional freelance linguist translating
press articles,
shorts stories,
exhibition material,
poems,
speeches,
non-fiction,
dissertations, etc.
Correcting/rewriting services
Writing privately as well (better understanding of the writing process)
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Takako K.
Love of translation on history and culture!
Rate per word
€0.10 EUR
- English Japanese
- French Japanese
Native in:
- Japanese
Titles I have translated are:
The Islamic Gardens and Landscapes, D. Fairchild Ruggles
Gaudi Pop-ups, Matt Windsor
From Mud Huts to Skyscrapers, Christine Paxmann
This is Pollock, Catherine Ingram
The Accidental Superpower, Peter Zeihan
Connectography, Parag Khanna
Taste of Conquest, Michael Krondl
Couleurs, Anne Varichon
Comment le Peuple Juif fut Inventé, Shlomo Sand
Le sens des choses, Jacques Attali
Parfums de Collection, Bernard Gangler
The Islamic Gardens and Landscapes, D. Fairchild Ruggles
Gaudi Pop-ups, Matt Windsor
From Mud Huts to Skyscrapers, Christine Paxmann
This is Pollock, Catherine Ingram
The Accidental Superpower, Peter Zeihan
Connectography, Parag Khanna
Taste of Conquest, Michael Krondl
Couleurs, Anne Varichon
Comment le Peuple Juif fut Inventé, Shlomo Sand
Le sens des choses, Jacques Attali
Parfums de Collection, Bernard Gangler
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