I am launching a featured interview series dedicated to exploring an article-based interview format on my website. Through my open call for interviewees, I invite translators, independent book publishers, authors, agents, and localisation specialists to participate in a Q&A feature. This ongoing spotlight series aims to share expert perspectives, showcase new book releases, and discuss industry trends.
Why Feature in My Industry Spotlight Series?
Participating in a featured interview or author Q&A spotlight provides a platform to share your journey while gaining targeted exposure:
- Promote Your Latest Project: Feature a forthcoming translated book, indie imprint, transcreation project, or a creative writing release.
- Build Long-Tail Organic Discovery For Your Project: An interview focused on your project’s specific micro-niche acts as an evergreen, keyword-rich landing page which can target for years to come.
- Build Meaningful Backlinks & Digital Authority: Secure genuine backlinks to your publishing house website, professional translation portfolio, agency page, or author site.
- Share your insights: Share critical insights into the book or localisation industry!
Who Can Apply for an Interview Spot?
My open call for guest interviews welcomes participants from across the publishing lifecycle:
1. Translators & Localisation Specialists
- Literary Translators: Professionals working across fiction, non-fiction, poetry, graphic novels, stage plays and so on.
- Video Game & Media Localisers: Specialists adapting interactive media, software, and audiovisual content.
2. Book Publishers, Imprints & Literary Agents
- Indie Press Founders & Editors: Independent publishers championing translated fiction, non-fiction, or niche literary lists.
- Literary Agents: Agents seeking foreign rights deals, managing translation rights, or representing bilingual writers.
3. Authors & Creative Writers
- Traditionally Published & Indie Authors: Writers launching new book titles or discussing their creative process.
- Bilingual & Translated Authors: who write across multiple languages or collaborate closely with their translators.
4. Cultural Organisations, Regional Agencies & Language Foundations
- Regional & Local Cultural Trusts: Mid-sized and local arts organisations, regional literature boards, and independent cultural funds promoting regional literature.
- Language Preservation & Grassroots NGOs: Community associations, regional non-profits, activist groups, and academic projects actively documenting, preserving, and publishing works in defence of endangered, indigenous, and minority languages.
How to Submit Your Interview Application
Submitting your expression of interest takes only a few minutes:
- Send an Email: Contact me at zinagalant@gmail.com using the subject line: Interview Application Name – Specialism (e.g. Interview Application – John Smith – Spanish to English Gaming Translator).
- Provide Key Information:
- Professional Bio: A brief overview (100–150 words) detailing your background, language pairs, or publishing list.
- Featured Work: Details regarding your latest book release, upcoming translation project, or publishing announcement.
- Proposed Discussion Topics: 2–3 questions or subjects you are keen to address in the Q&A.
- Editorial Review: I will get in touch within 5 working days to let you know about your application status. Then, if selected, I’ll discuss interview questions with you.
Thank You for Reading!!
Thank you for taking the time to read through my open call. If you know a colleague, publisher, or translator whose voice deserves to be heard, please feel free to share this page with them. I am genuinely excited to read your pitches, discover your projects and perspectives with my growing community.
About me
My name is Zina, and I am a translator who has a particular interest in literary and editorial translation. I write (or at least try to write) in Arabic on this blog about literature and translation. You can find out more about my work on LinkedIn or on this blog. Image Source.
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