Who knew academics were so active on social media? International nonfiction and philosophy publishers discuss that and other topics in a series of meetings.
Festival Neue Literatur: Harold Augenbraum Honors Editor Robert Weil
A moving laudatio was offered by Harold Augenbraum in honor of Norton’s Robert Weil receiving the Friedrich Ulfers Prize at the Festival Neue Literatur.
Previewing GLOBALOCAL, the “Forum for Content” in India
This February, GLOBALOCAL 2015 will host publishing executives from around the world for high-level discussions and workshops in New Delhi.
Serious Editors Talking Seriously About Serious Subjects
When seven English-language editors visited Germany for meetings with their colleagues in publishing, key similarities and differences were revealed.
7 Tips from The German Book Office’s Translation Workshop
At the GBO’s recent translator workshop, two US book editors and translator Susan Bernofksy shared techniques and tips for literary translators. Here’s what they said.
GBO Competition Honors German Translators and Int’l Literature
Kurt Beals is the winner of the German Book Office’s first-ever translation prize, aimed at recognizing young, up-and-coming translators from German to English.
GBO Hosts Competition for Aspiring Translators
A new translation competition offers aspiring translators the opportunity to be recognized for their talent and to network with American editors and other translators.
US Editors Survey Children’s Book Publishing in Germany
Sourcebooks Associate Editor Aubrey Poole reports from the German Book Office Editors’ Trip about the state of children’s digital publishing in Germany.
Apply for the GBO Children’s Books Editors’ Trip to Germany
Participants will meet with German children’s book professionals and discuss trends in YA, picture books, children’s nonfiction and more.
Bringing the Best of German Literature to NYC
The Festival Neue Literatur, taking place in New York City, February 10-12, features German-speaking authors and reflects the changing face of Europe.