Category Archives: Features

The New Spanish Books 2020 Selection

Posted on January 7, 2021 by rcldaum

A panel of experts from the US publishing world participating in the New Spanish Books program, aimed at promoting Spanish literature in the United States, has selected the best works from among 205 titles. The New Spanish Books campaign seeks to … Continue reading →

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Meet the 2020 Candidates for the ALTA Board

Posted on August 7, 2020 by rcldaum

Voting for ALTA’s new Board members opens this Monday, August 10. ALTA will fill 1 seat for Secretary and 5 seats for At-Large Board members, with terms beginning at this year’s conference. In order to vote, you must be an … Continue reading →

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ALTA Staff Recommends…

Posted on April 9, 2020 by rcldaum

This #TranslationThursday, two of ALTA’s staff members have micro-reviews for books we’ve turned to as we are self-isolating. As we shift to working from home, we are glad to have a sense of community in the translations we are reading. … Continue reading →

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Reading Recommendations from ALTA

Posted on March 26, 2020 by rcldaum

No doubt about it: these are unprecedented times. If you’ve found yourself isolated or sheltering at home, perhaps you’ve turned to your bookshelf for comfort. If you’re looking for recommendations of what to read next, why not look to some … Continue reading →

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Meet the 2020 ALTA Emerging Translator Mentorship Program Mentees!

Posted on February 4, 2020 by rcldaum

ALTA Emerging Translator Mentorships Awarded! February 4, 2020 — The American Literary Translators Association (ALTA) is pleased to announce the mentees for the fifth year of the ALTA Emerging Mentorship Program! Congratulations to our seven exceptional emerging translators: Stine Su … Continue reading →

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