From Conversational Reading: A translator’s precision meets a Portuguese modernist’s ambiguity in Margaret Jull Costa’s work on ‘The Book of Disquiet.’
What Are Book Cover Designers and Editors Earning? The Freelance Reality
Ninety-five percent of freelance pros at the Reedsy Marketplace have worked for the Big Five. Now we know more about what they’re making.
PowerHouse’s Susanne König Wins First Frankfurt US Booksellers Prize
PowerHouse Arena founder Susanne König is the first winner of the Frankfurt Book Fair’s US Booksellers Prize for her work highlighting books in translation.
Russian Censorship Is Being Intensified; Translated Work Examined
As an American author and her Russian publisher reveal, literary censorship is ongoing, and reports indicate that Moscow is increasing its efforts.
Award Notes: NK Jemisin Wins Second Hugo in Finland Amid New ‘E Pluribus Hugo’ Process
With a more stringent voting process, the Hugo Awards have steered clear of past years’ conservative pressures, presenting a 2017 list of diverse winners.
Ten Works Shortlisted for the US’ National Translation Award in Poetry and Prose
This year’s National Translation Award shortlists include the first book of Mongolian poetry published in the States and a campground under a zombie attack.
Sisters in Crime Honors Jessica Ellis Laine With the Eleanor Taylor Bland Award
Open to female and male writers of color, the Eleanor Taylor Bland annually goes to an unpublished writer working on a mystery-in-progress.
Women in Translation Month: Three Percent’s Chad Post Runs the Numbers
‘Keep an eye on Danish,’ Open Book and Three Percent’s Chad Post advises. ‘That seems to be the hot language for women writers’ in translation.’
PW Star Watch and Frankfurt Book Fair Announce 2017’s Top Honorees
From 45 honorees, five shortlisted contenders will be revealed on September 4, a PW Star Watch ‘Superstar’ to be named on September 6 in New York City.
Acquisitions: Netflix Buys Millarworld; Barnes & Noble Education Buys Student Brands
Netflix acquires comic book publisher Millarworld. Barnes & Noble Education adds positions in Brazil, France, Mexico with Student Brands.