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Tegan

Eugene, Oregon, USA

Award-winning and UN-certified literary translator with 15+ years of experience translating novels, short stories, memoirs, and non-fiction

Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction, Short Story, and Young Adult.

Work experience:

Self-employed

Amelia

Portland, OR, USA

Need a multilingual professional with a wide range of interests to translate your work? Look no further!

Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Picture Books, Contemporary Fiction, Young Adult, Children’s Non-Fiction, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Protea Book House
Christian Art International

Tanya

Boston, MA, USA

French to English Translator with 25+ translations published. Expertise in SFF, horror, kidlit, game books, tie-ins, and graphic novels.

Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Science Fiction, Middle Grade, Children's, Gaming & LitRPG, Fantasy, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Young Adult, Horror, and Thriller & Suspense.

Work experience:

Self-employed

Jaime

Knoxville, Tennessee, USA

Longtime German-English translator with 20+ published novel translations. Experienced with romance, fantasy, suspense, humor...

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romance, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Humor & Comedy, Literary Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Music, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Hire the best young adult book translators

Young adult (YA) books span a range of genres, but they all share one thing in common: they speak directly to the emotions and experiences of teenage readers. Translating YA novels requires a deep understanding of the themes, tone, and language that resonate with this audience. Whether your story is a coming-of-age tale, a dystopian adventure, or a romance, a YA book translator will preserve the heart and relatability of your novel while adapting it for young readers in different languages.

In addition to maintaining the emotional connection with readers, a skilled YA translator ensures that the slang, humor, and dialogue remain fresh and engaging. They’ll adapt cultural references where necessary without losing the authenticity of your characters’ voices. The goal is to ensure that your story remains as impactful and relevant for readers around the world as it is for your original audience.

At Reedsy, our young adult book translators are experts in capturing the essence of YA fiction. They’ll help you reach new readers by adapting your story with the same energy, emotion, and authenticity that defines the genre. Sign up today to connect with professional YA translators and share your story with teens around the globe.