Pro Helvetia covers up to 100% of the effective translation costs for literary works by Swiss authors (fiction and poetry), books for children and teenagers (where they may cover part of the licensing fees), and plays by Swiss dramatists (including surtitles).
- up to 100% of the effective translation costs for literary works by Swiss authors (fiction, poetry, comics, graphic novels)
- children’s and youth literature (where they may cover part of the licensing fees in addition to the translation costs)
- plays by Swiss dramatists (including surtitles).
Applications must be submitted to Pro Helvetia, Swiss Arts Council by the licensed publisher. Pro Helvetia accepts applications at any time, but they must be submitted at least eight weeks before a book goes to print.
Application portal: www.myprohelvetia.ch
Applications should include:
- signed copies of the licence agreement and the translation contract
- original text and its translation (at least 20 pages)
You can also visit Pro Helvetia’s website Translate Swiss Books for recommendations and funding guidance.
Contact Person:
Eva Stensrud
Literature Division
Tel: +41 44 267 71 26
estensrud@prohelvetia.ch
Translation fees will be paid out directly to the translator by Pro Helvetia upon publication. Translation fees are based on the translation contract and calculated according to the established rates in the country in question.
Books by Swiss writers with guaranteed translation funding
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