Publications

Books in Translation

Trends and Transformations in the European Publishing Market

Written by Miha Kovač, Rüdiger Wischenbart, Yana Genova and Anja Kamenarič

The report was developed within the international ThinkPub project and supported by the Creative Europe programme. It provides a comprehensive analysis of how translated books are produced, distributed, and marketed across European markets, with a focus on smaller linguistic regions and independent publishers. It highlights that in small markets, translations are essential—making up 20–40% of output—while larger markets rely more on domestic works, and that translation flows remain heavily dominated by English, reinforcing cultural imbalances despite emerging trends like the rise of Japanese literature. The report identifies a major shift in the role of translators toward active market agents and emphasizes the growing influence of digital platforms, self-publishing, and subscription services in reshaping the industry. It also finds that AI and machine translation tools, while expanding, currently favor dominant languages and pose challenges for smaller ones. Finally, the report evaluates public funding systems, noting uneven support and strategic gaps across countries, and positions translation as a critical infrastructure for cultural diversity, market sustainability, and access to knowledge in Europe.

Coming in April 2026!

Visual Materials Editor

Od imena do spomina

Written by Ambrož Kvartič

Published by Mladinska knjiga, 2023

I had the honour of editing the visual materials for a richly documented ethnological publication on Slovenian customs, rituals, and traditions across the human life cycle. Covering milestones from birth, naming, and coming-of-age to marriage, mourning, death, and remembrance, the book presents practices from across the Slovenian ethnic space in an accessible yet scholarly way, combining cultural interpretation with strong documentary value.

Expert reviewer

Vse o Taylor Swift

Published by Mladinska knjiga, 2024

I provided the expert review for a popular illustrated guide aimed at younger readers and fans. The book offers an accessible overview of Taylor Swift’s life, career, and cultural impact, presenting key facts, fan-oriented content, and engaging activities designed to introduce readers to her music and persona in an entertaining and informative way.

Book Reviewer

Bukla Magazine

Published by Umco

Contributed reviews from May 2022 to February 2023

At the end of my student days, I had the privilege of working as a book reviewer for Bukla magazine, contributing short-form reviews of recently published titles. The work involved concise, accessible writing tailored to a broad readership, requiring the ability to quickly evaluate books and highlight their key themes, style, and appeal. This experience strengthened skills in critical reading, clear communication, and adapting tone to a journalistic publishing context.