Short Story Translation Indonesian-English - 03/12/2025 15:56 EST
Budget: $2 – $8 USD
I have a collection of creative short stories written in Bahasa Indonesia that need to be rendered into natural, engaging English while preserving their original mood, imagery, and narrative flow. The tone varies from whimsical to reflective, so I’m looking for someone who is comfortable handling literary language, dialogue, and occasional cultural references without flattening the style.
What you’ll hand back to me:
• A polished English version of each story in editable Word or Google Docs format
• Line-for-line fidelity to plot and character voice, yet phrased so it reads as if it were originally penned in English
• A short translator’s note flagging any idioms or cultural nuances that required adaptation
Before we proceed with the full batch, I’d like to review one story as a paid sample to confirm we’re on the same wavelength regarding tone and nuance.
If you’re confident working with creative prose and can balance accuracy with artistry, I’d love to see examples of similar literary translations you’ve completed.
What you’ll hand back to me:
• A polished English version of each story in editable Word or Google Docs format
• Line-for-line fidelity to plot and character voice, yet phrased so it reads as if it were originally penned in English
• A short translator’s note flagging any idioms or cultural nuances that required adaptation
Before we proceed with the full batch, I’d like to review one story as a paid sample to confirm we’re on the same wavelength regarding tone and nuance.
If you’re confident working with creative prose and can balance accuracy with artistry, I’d love to see examples of similar literary translations you’ve completed.