About us

British Centre for Literary Translation

Britain's leading centre for the development, promotion and support of literary translation.

Our programme offers something for everyone whether you are a professional translator, student, arts industry professional or simply looking for something new to read.

BCLT was founded in 1989 by the late W G 'Max' Sebald. It is based at the University of East Anglia and supported by Arts Council England.

Our work

Offering support and continuing professional development to literary translators at all stages of their career

Developing new audiences through events and publications

Providing information and advice

Stimulating public awareness and interest in literary translation

Generating and encouraging  academic debate

 

BCLT is a member of the international RECIT network of literary translation centres and works closely with regional, national and international partners including the Translators Association and English PEN

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Our publications include the journal In Other Words as well as initiatives about new books in German and Spanish
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