We are delighted to welcome 60 wonderful translators from across Europe to explore the art of literary translation, exchange ideas and discover some of the most exciting books of the season!
Today’s inspiring seminar featured a fantastic line-up of speakers:
📖 Anna Tulusto, literary journalist at Yle, shared her highlights of this year’s most exciting fiction.
📖 Ylva Perera, culture journalist at Hufvudstadsbladet, introduced the latest in Finland-Swedish literature.
📖 Kristiina Taivalkoski-Shilov, Professor at the University of Turku, explored literary translation, translation technology and the latest developments in translation studies.
📖 Henrikki Timgren, Publishing Director at WSOY, presented highlights of Finnish non-fiction in 2026 and the latest trends in the field.
📖 Mikaela Wickström from FILI introduced some of the gems of Finnish children’s and young adult literature in 2026.
What a wonderful day of literary discoveries, inspiring discussions and shared enthusiasm for books and translation!
Tomorrow, the Fellowship Programme continues at the Helsinki Book Fair, where some of our fantastic translators will also take to the stage! Come and meet them at the Töölö Stage at 14:00 and 15:30!