PEN Grant for the English Translation of Italian Literature
Annual $5,000 PEN America grant supports translators working on English translations of book-length Italian literary fiction or nonfiction to foster cross-cultural understanding and expand Italian literature's reach.
Funder: PEN America
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027
Funding Amounts: $5,000 grant for a translator working on a book-length Italian literary work; awarded annually.
Summary: Supports the English translation of Italian literary fiction or nonfiction through an annual grant to a translator for a work in progress.
Key Information: Applications are submitted through the PEN/Heim Translation Fund Grants pool; Italian projects are automatically considered.
Description
The PEN Grant for the English Translation of Italian Literature recognizes and supports a translator working on a book-length translation of an Italian work of literary fiction or nonfiction into English. Established in 2017 and awarded annually, the grant is part of the PEN/Heim Translation Fund and aims to foster the publication of Italian literature in English. The award highlights the skill required to capture the artistry and nuance of Italian authors, promotes cross-cultural understanding, and expands the reach of Italian literature to English-speaking audiences.
