Literary Work Translation to English
Budget: $12 – $50 USD
I have a complete literary manuscript that must be rendered faithfully into natural-sounding English. Your task is not only to convey the literal meaning but to capture the original tone, rhythm, and imagery so the English version reads as though it were written in that language from the start.
You will receive the full text in its original language once we begin; the length and format are already set, so you can focus purely on the craft of translation rather than layout. I value linguistic precision, creative word-choice, and a sensitivity to nuance—particularly with metaphors, cultural references, and dialogue.
Deliverables (all files in .docx or Google Docs):
• Complete English translation, mirroring the chapter and paragraph structure of the source.
• A brief translator’s note (one page max) explaining any key interpretive choices or unavoidable shifts in meaning.
Acceptance criteria: the story flows smoothly for a native English reader, preserves stylistic devices (alliteration, cadence, imagery), and remains consistent in character voices from start to finish. When submitting your proposal, feel free to attach a short sample of previous literary work you have translated so I can gauge style compatibility.
You will receive the full text in its original language once we begin; the length and format are already set, so you can focus purely on the craft of translation rather than layout. I value linguistic precision, creative word-choice, and a sensitivity to nuance—particularly with metaphors, cultural references, and dialogue.
Deliverables (all files in .docx or Google Docs):
• Complete English translation, mirroring the chapter and paragraph structure of the source.
• A brief translator’s note (one page max) explaining any key interpretive choices or unavoidable shifts in meaning.
Acceptance criteria: the story flows smoothly for a native English reader, preserves stylistic devices (alliteration, cadence, imagery), and remains consistent in character voices from start to finish. When submitting your proposal, feel free to attach a short sample of previous literary work you have translated so I can gauge style compatibility.