Seminar for aspiring translators of Norwegian literature

NORLA aims to recruit more translators of Norwegian Literature. We look forward to welcoming interested participants to take part in our seminar for new translators, which will be held in Oslo from April 23-26, 2025.

The seminar is organized in light of the inaugural awarding of the new annual Fosse Prize for translators of Norwegian literature. On Thursday, April 24, German translator Hinrich Schmidt-Henkel will receive the Fosse Prize 2025 for his translations from Norwegian. On the same occasion, the first Fosse Lecture will be delivered by French philosopher Jean-Luc Marion.

Application deadline: Monday, February 24, 12.00 (CET)
Read more on how to apply here (in Norwegian only)

Upcoming activities

September 24-September 27

Gothenburg, Sweden

Book a meeting with us at Göteborg Book Fair

NORLA will be at the Göteborg Book Fair, 24-27 September.
You may book a meeting with our senior adviser Oliver Møystad, who will be present at the IRC, table F04.

November 5

London, United Kingdom

Norwegian Children's and Young Adult Literature industry event

In collaboration with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in London, NORLA is hosting a special industry event highlighting contemporary Norwegian children’s and young adult literature on November 5.
The event will take place at the Norwegian Ambassador’s Residence.