Book Translation
Some 80 lifestyle and reference titles translated from French to English in a variety of subjects, notably cookery, contemporary art and travel.
In 2008, having worked in the illustrated book-publishing industry for 20 years, seven as an independent, I was approached by two London-based publishing clients, who, knowing I was now living in France and spoke fluent French, wondered whether I'd be interested in translating books. The three commissions I received launched a career change. Since then, I have translated (or co-translated) some 80 titles from French to English (British, American or mid-Atlantic style) for publishers in France, the UK and the US, in a variety of lifestyle and reference subjects. For a list of titles I've translated, click on the link below.
I am a member of the Association des Traducteurs Littéraires de France (ATLF).
I had the opportunity to commission Anne for a major project: the complete translation of a work of more than 300 pages from French to English. I can highly recommend her expertise in this area. Throughout the project, Anne was remarkably professional, and her interpersonal skills only added to the pleasure I had in collaborating with her.
Josselin Rabiller, Digital Brand Content Manager, Talentsoft
FOOD & DRINK
More than 20 cookbooks translated into British, American or mid-Atlantic-style English, mainly chefs' books but also quick-and-easy recipe books, plus titles showcasing fine wines, whiskies and Iberian ham.
ART & ARCHITECTURE
A wide range of exhibition catalogues and monographs of contemporary artists, plus a couple of architecture titles. (Also some creative how-to titles: from paper crafts to bag-making and cross-stitch.
TRAVEL
Several beautiful and practical guides to Paris, plus (as co-translator) the official guide to the Most Beautiful Villages of France and new sections for a number of Louis Vuitton City Guides and Michelin Green Guides.
WELLBEING
General-interest titles on spiritual, physical and emotional wellness for Eddison Books.
FILM
Several titles for Cahiers du Cinéma (published in English by Phaidon), including titles on Robert de Niro, Nicole Kidman, Jane Campion and a history of the Cannes Film Festival.
OTHER
Also books on a wide range of other subjects, from feminism to the future world of work and from a quiz book to classical music.
Translation … and more!
Publishers often choose to work with me not only for my translation skills but also because of my background in illustrated book publishing. I understand the industry and I have a good visual sense (plus a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design). So, if I'm able to check (or work directly on) page layouts, it's a given that I'll ensure that the translated text fits perfectly and there are no ugly line endings.
In addition, on several occasions, I've been asked to take on the project management as well as the translation of an English edition of a French buy-in. For some projects, for example, I've commissioned new text (and in one case pictures, too) to replace existing content that was not culturally suited to an English-speaking market.
For more information on the sort of additional editorial services I can provide, click on the link.
