Your Story. A New Language. More Readers.
Book Translation for More Readers Worldwide
Professional book translation for authors ready to take their stories beyond their original language. We help you reach new audiences with accurate, engaging, and culturally adapted translations.
Literary Translation Specialist
65 + Languages
Fiction & Non-Fiction
Professional & Reliable
OUR SERVICES
Complete Book Translation Services
From translation to editing and international promotion, we provide everything you need to take your book into new languages and markets.
Book Translation
Accurate, engaging literary translation that preserves your voice and story.
Editing & Proofreading
Professional editing and proofreading for a polished translated manuscript.
Book Localization
Cultural adaptation to ensure your book resonates with new readers.
International Promotion
Help promoting your translated editions to reach global readers
Translate Your Book Into 65+ Languages
Reach readers around the world. We work with professional translators to deliver high-quality translations in all major languages.
More Than Translation.
A Global Opportunity.
A professionally translated book opens the door to new readers, new markets, and new possibilities. Whether you’re an independent author or a publisher, we help your story travel further.
- Reach international readers.
- Create new revenue opportunities.
- Build your global audience presence.
- Work with experienced literary translators.
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Trusted by authors around the world to bring their stories to new readers
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does book translation cost?
The cost of book translation depends on several factors, including the total word count, language pair, complexity of the content, and the level of editing or proofreading required. Fiction, academic books, children’s literature, memoirs, and other specialized works may require different approaches.
At BookJolly, we aim to provide solutions that fit your manuscript and publishing goals. Whether you are translating a short story, novella, or full-length novel, we can review your project and provide a personalized quote based on your specific requirements. To receive an accurate estimate, share your manuscript’s word count, original language, target language, and preferred timeline. We will review the details and explain the available options before work begins, so you understand the expected cost and scope of the project.
Every book is different, and our goal is to help you find a suitable translation solution for your publishing journey.
How long does a book translation take?
The time required to translate a book depends on its length, subject matter, language combination, writing style, and the amount of editing or proofreading needed after translation. A short story or novella will generally take less time than a full-length novel. Books containing specialized terminology, historical references, cultural expressions, or complex narrative structures may require additional research and review to ensure accuracy and readability.
At BookJolly, we establish a realistic timeline after reviewing your manuscript. We also consider your publishing schedule and any important deadlines you need to meet. For larger projects, we can discuss milestones and progress updates to help you understand how the work is advancing. If you have a specific publication date in mind, please let us know when requesting a quote.
Our priority is to balance timely delivery with the care and attention your book deserves.
Which languages do you translate?
BookJolly helps authors explore opportunities to make their books accessible to readers in different language markets. Our language offerings may include popular combinations such as English to Spanish, English to Italian, English to French, English to German, and English to Portuguese, depending on the project’s requirements and translator availability. We can also discuss other language combinations, including Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and additional languages, subject to availability of a suitably qualified translator. The best target language for your book depends on your audience, genre, publishing objectives, and the markets you want to reach. For example, an author interested in expanding into Spanish-speaking markets may have different priorities from an author targeting Italian or French readers. If you already have a target language in mind, contact us with your manuscript details. If you are unsure which language to choose, we can discuss your goals and help you consider suitable options.
Our aim is to help your story reach readers beyond its original language.
Do you translate fiction and nonfiction?
Yes, BookJolly is designed to support authors working across a range of literary and informational genres, subject to the availability of an appropriate translator. For fiction, this may include romance, fantasy, science fiction, mystery, thrillers, historical fiction, young adult fiction, children’s stories, and literary novels. Fiction translation requires particular attention to character voices, dialogue, pacing, atmosphere, humor, and the emotional experience of the reader.
For nonfiction, projects may include memoirs, biographies, personal development books, business books, educational materials, and other informational works. These projects require careful attention to factual accuracy, terminology, clarity, and the author’s intended message. Every genre has its own challenges. A successful translation should do more than replace words in one language with words in another. It should communicate the original meaning and purpose in a way that feels natural to the intended audience. When you contact us, please tell us your book’s genre and subject matter so we can determine the most appropriate approach for your project.
Will the translation preserve my writing style?
Preserving your unique writing style is an important consideration throughout the translation process. Your voice, tone, and storytelling choices are part of what makes your book distinctive, and they should be considered alongside linguistic accuracy. For fiction authors, this means paying attention to dialogue, character personalities, emotional depth, narrative rhythm, humor, and the atmosphere of the story. For nonfiction authors, it means maintaining the intended tone, whether it is conversational, professional, informative, persuasive, or reflective. Some expressions cannot be translated word for word without sounding unnatural in the target language. In such cases, the translator may adapt the wording while preserving the original meaning, context, and intended effect.
We also encourage authors to share relevant preferences, a style guide, character notes, or examples of passages that represent their voice. These materials can help guide the translation and review process. Your manuscript remains your creative work. Our objective is to help it communicate naturally with readers in another language without unnecessarily changing the qualities that make it yours.
Can you also help with editing and proofreading?
Yes, editing and proofreading can be discussed as additional services alongside book translation, depending on your manuscript and project requirements. Editing focuses on improving the quality and consistency of the text. Depending on the service requested, this may involve reviewing sentence structure, clarity, flow, terminology, grammar, and style consistency.
Proofreading is generally the final review stage. It focuses on identifying remaining spelling, punctuation, grammatical, formatting, and typographical issues before publication. For translated books, reviewing the target-language manuscript is particularly important. It helps identify awkward phrasing, inconsistent terminology, or expressions that may sound unnatural to readers of that language.
We can discuss whether your project needs translation only, proofreading of an existing translation, or a more comprehensive review. The recommended scope will depend on the manuscript’s current condition and your publishing goals. Please mention any editing or proofreading requirements when requesting a quote so they can be considered in the project scope and timeline. We also encourage authors to share relevant preferences, a style guide, character notes, or examples of passages that represent their voice. These materials can help guide the translation and review process. Your manuscript remains your creative work. Our objective is to help it communicate naturally with readers in another language without unnecessarily changing the qualities that make it yours.
Do you offer international book promotion?
Yes, BookJolly can discuss international book promotion opportunities as a complementary service for authors looking to introduce their work to readers beyond their home market. Translation can help make your book accessible to a new language audience, but reaching that audience also requires thoughtful promotion. Depending on your goals and the services available, promotional support may include preparing localized book descriptions, adapting author biographies, developing promotional copy for different markets, and exploring suitable international marketing opportunities.
The most appropriate approach depends on your genre, target audience, publishing platform, budget, and the language markets you wish to enter. We believe translation and promotion can work together to support an author’s international publishing goals. A well-translated book provides the foundation, while a considered promotional strategy can help potential readers discover it.
Please note that promotional services and campaign results depend on the agreed scope, available channels, and market conditions. We do not guarantee sales, rankings, reviews, or bestseller status. If you are interested in both translation and promotion, let us know when contacting us. We can discuss your objectives and identify the services that may be appropriate for your book.