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Granit Zela: The Job Where You Argue With Every Sentence

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Granit Zela’s journey from a small village in Albania to becoming an award-winning poet and translator highlights the transformative power of literature and translation. He advocates for recognizing literary translators as authors, emphasizing the need for stronger protections and fair remuneration in the creative industry to ensure diverse voices and stories thrive in a globalized world. Continue reading Granit Zela: The Job Where You Argue With Every Sentence

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Margrét Tryggvadóttir: How Author Protects Stories In The Age Of Streaming And AI

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In this episode of Intangiblia, Margrét Tryggvadóttir reflects on her Icelandic childhood and its literary influences. She discusses the nuances of writing for children, the importance of copyright, and the impact of streaming on authors. Margrét emphasizes the significance of perspective in storytelling and the diverse paths available for writers in a small literary market. Continue reading Margrét Tryggvadóttir: How Author Protects Stories In The Age Of Streaming And AI

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Cécile Deniard: The Human Voice Inside Every Translation

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Literary translator Cécile Deniard discusses the complexities of translation in a recent podcast episode. She emphasizes that translators are authors, deserving of fair remuneration and recognition. While AI-generated drafts may streamline processes, they risk compromising the deep interpretation inherent in translation. Ultimately, the human voice remains crucial in bridging languages and cultures. Continue reading Cécile Deniard: The Human Voice Inside Every Translation

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Felene Cayetano: Libraries, Authors, And The Caribbean

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Felene M. Cayetano, an author, librarian, and filmmaker, discusses the importance of Caribbean stories in a podcast episode. She emphasizes the role of libraries in connecting authors with readers, highlights challenges in book distribution, and advocates for regional collaboration among Caribbean authors. Cayetano aims to preserve cultural narratives for future generations. Continue reading Felene Cayetano: Libraries, Authors, And The Caribbean

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Mikaela Taivassalo: Keeping Minority Languages Alive In A Digital Book World

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Mikaela Taivassalo discusses the importance of Finnish-Swedish literature and protecting minority languages in the digital age on the Intangiblia podcast. She highlights the challenges faced by authors, such as commercial pressures and the complexities of rights in publishing. Supporting authors helps sustain linguistic diversity and cultural expression. Continue reading Mikaela Taivassalo: Keeping Minority Languages Alive In A Digital Book World