A prize of $3,000 is given annually for a debut poetry collection, book of fiction, or book of creative nonfiction translated from any language into English and published in the previous year. The translator will receive $2,000, and the editor will receive $1,000. Translators who have not previously published a book in translation are eligible. Publishers or translators may submit a book published in 2025 by March 16. There is no entry fee. Visit the website for the required entry form and complete guidelines.
American Literary Translators Association, ALTA First Translation Prize, 5151 E. Broadway Boulevard, Suite 1700 #5003, Tucson, AZ 85711. (520) 201-5286. Rachael Daum, Communications and Awards Director.
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