Françoise Chardonnier - Translator
Literary translator, from German/Icelandic/Dutch/English into French. Translating is my passion like music and dancing.
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Overview
I am a literary translator (German/Icelandic/Dutch/English into French), member of the ATLF in France and the Society of Authors.
I like to translate fiction and crime books, but also some practical and touristic guides or books about art in-between, as well as a few children books. History does interest me also and I have the pleasure to translate a book about the Second World War.
My first translation of a novel was "A l'ouest du monde" by the Scottish poet and novelist Kenneth Steven, which tells the story of one of the last inhabitants on the remote Scottish island of Saint Kilda. This has incited me to visit this extraordinary place.
I started learning Icelandic a few years ago and this is such a passion that I wish to translate from this language too. I recently received a grant from the Icelandic literary institute for having translated a couple of chapters of an Icelandic novel.
I like to translate fiction and crime books, but also some practical and touristic guides or books about art in-between, as well as a few children books. History does interest me also and I have the pleasure to translate a book about the Second World War.
My first translation of a novel was "A l'ouest du monde" by the Scottish poet and novelist Kenneth Steven, which tells the story of one of the last inhabitants on the remote Scottish island of Saint Kilda. This has incited me to visit this extraordinary place.
I started learning Icelandic a few years ago and this is such a passion that I wish to translate from this language too. I recently received a grant from the Icelandic literary institute for having translated a couple of chapters of an Icelandic novel.
Services
Book Translation
Languages
English to French
Non-Fiction
Art
History
Law
Fiction
Children's
Literary Fiction
Plays & Screenplays
Thriller & Suspense
Work experience
Literary translator
Self-employed
September, 1993
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Present
(over 29 years)
Freelance first in Brussels (Belgium), then in Scotland
Literary translator
Self-employed
September, 1993
–
Present
(over 29 years)
Freelancer, from German / Icelandic / Dutch / English into French
Translator
Self-employed
September, 1993
–
Present
(over 29 years)
Freelancer in Brussels, I worked for various agencies: law (contracts, trial reports, etc.), general business, computer science, advertisement
Translator
Self-employed
May, 1990
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August, 1993
(over 3 years)
Freelancer : computer games, technical, advertisement
Translator
Alpha Cambridge
May, 1990
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September, 1993
(over 3 years)
Translator
Verlag im Bild, Dresden, Germany
September, 1988
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April, 1990
(over 1 year)
Translator in a publishing company: articles about history, art and literature.
Translator
Verlag im Bild
August, 1988
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April, 1990
(over 1 year)
Portfolio (4 selected works)
Si l’on devait décrire Sven, le premier mot qui viendrait à l’esprit serait geek, c’est-à-dire mordu d’informatique, plus souvent en ligne que déconnecté de l’internet et présentant de sérieuses incompétences sociales. Ses relations humaines se limitent en grande partie à des discussions avec d’autres fans lors des matches à domicile du FC Sankt Pauli. Et quand il ouvre la bouche, il a le chic... read more
Noël sanglant: Roman policier (French Edition)
Martin Barkawitz, Françoise Chardonnier
L’inspectrice Isa Boysen de la P.J. de Hambourg se voit confier une enquête de routine apparemment anodine : le suicide d’une carriériste surmenée. Très vite, elle doit toutefois constater que le prétendu suicide de la chroniqueuse Nora Fabian est un simulacre pur et simple. La criminaliste creuse l’affaire et tombe sur un ex-petit ami qui a manifestement mené la vie dure à Nora. Mais cet homm... read more
La Liste de la Sorcière: Premier livre de la trilogie (French Edition)
Andrew Cairns, Noémie Delpra
Sandy Beech ne croit ni aux sorcières ni au surnaturel. D’étranges événements mettront cependant son scepticisme à rude épreuve : un livre qui se consume, un crucifix qui tombe, une maladie mystérieuse et un incendie dans un couvent dans lequel périssent douze nonnes. Sur son lit de mort, Bernadette, la dernière nonne survivante, l’enjoint de contrôler ses désirs et d’éviter les Africaines. Un... read more
Nous, les souris
Patricia Causey
Cet ouvrage richement illustré raconte l'histoire de la petite souris Grisette. Alors qu'elle mène une vie paisible, elle fait une étrange expérience et rencontre des souris du troisième type alors qu’une lumière verte effrayante envahit son environnement. S’agit-il ou non d’un rêve ? Rencontrant alors ces autres souris, une leçon de sagesse finit par s’imposer à elle : malgré leurs diversités... read more
Françoise has 3 reviews
Professionalism
Professionalism
Quality
Quality
Value
Value
Communication & Punctuality
Communication & Punctuality
Top quality pro in every respect.
I have nothing but praise!
Highly recommended.
Alon Toker, February 2023
Francoise provided the French translation of my children's book Alpine Tales - promptly, efficiently and on time.
Some technical problems with the working file was professionally handled and sorted to my satisfaction. I have not yet typeset the finished work, so are unable to fully comment on the end result.
I would have preferred a more in depth discussion pre-translation concerning the co...
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Gaynor Greber, June 2022
Françoise is a prompt and efficient translator who I would be happy to work with again.
Selby Gunter, February 2022
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