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08/28/2025

February 26, 2025: Book translation publication #52 (from Spanish): "The Writer's Eyes" by Esteban Navarro Soriano is a detective novel.

Moisés Guzmán, a recently retired Spanish National Police officer, has purchased a small apartment in the town of Blanes, Catalonia, where he plans to spend his first summer as a pensioner. His neighbors - a young girl fleeing her abusive father, a retired writer obsessed with finishing his last book, and a solitary man who's always with his dog - all live in the same block. During his first week, a man dies inside a car after stopping at a traffic light in the former policeman's street. Although it appears to be an accident, it's actually the result of a crime. Everything becomes more complicated when the Blanes Autonomous Police Squad zeroes in on his three new neighbors as possible culprits.

ISBN: 9781667484570
Language: English
Words: 49,446
Location: Barcelona, Blanes, Lloret de Mar, Catalonia, Spain.

08/28/2025

February 25, 2025: Book translation publication #51 (from French): "Heartquake: Chantal in Nepal" by Sophie Rouzier is another travel-themed Romantic Comedy chick lit novel and the second instalment of her story about Chantal. This time she's in Nepal.

Chantal has a peaceful, seamless life and a name that's not very glamorous. To spice up her daily routine, she takes comfort in books and dreams of adventure and romance. The only original thing about her is that she was born in Nepal and was adopted by a nice Alsatian couple. She hasn't seen her twin sister since the orphanage. They were separated at age two.

One day, however, she spies her on TV helping victims of the Nepalese earthquake. What a shock! Against all expectations, Chantal decides to fly to her country of origin and look for her. She ditches Louis, her lover, and her tidy life, and escapes her comfort zone. With Chantal, forget blueberry pie and taste momos, travel to Kathmandu and Pokhara, and hike the Annapurna mountain range without suffering from altitude sickness. This trip will wake her up and she'll surprise you.

The author said: "C'est le deuxième de mes livres que traduit Angela et je suis heureuse de faire équipe avec elle. Elle arrive à retransmettre parfaitement non seulement le contenu du livre mais aussi son ton et mon style. Je le recommande vraiment.”

“This is the second of my books that Angela has translated and I am happy to have her on my team. She not only recreates perfectly the contents of my book but also its tone and my style. I recommend her highly.”

ISBN: 9781667484334
Language: English
Words: 90,332
Location: Strasbourg, France; Kathmandu, Pokhara, Nepal; Punta Arenas, Chile; Antarctica

02/13/2025

January 15, 2025: Book (Editing) Publication #49: "An Unfortunate Death" by Gunnar Lindberg is the third book in the series featuring Detective Inspector Stig Alm in the 1990s. A woman arrives at the police station requesting help. Her five-year-old daughter has had a dream in which their Greek nanny is begging to be buried in a cemetery. Is the nanny, who disappeared without a trace four years earlier, a murder victim? Stig Alm would rather not find out, but eventually he's obliged to go on a ghost hunt.

N.B.: I should explain here that I did not translate this novella from Swedish, despite what the frontispiece of the published book says! Instead, I edited the author's AI English translation from Swedish. This makes it an editing project for me rather than a translation project.

ISBN: 9781667483207
Language: English
Words: 14,141
Location: Stockholm, Norrmalm, Hallstavik, Norrtälje, Norra Uppsalavägen.

02/13/2025

December 24, 2024: Book translation publication #48 (from French): "Hook" by Stéphane Simard is the final novel in his thriller trilogy.

Ever dreamed of starting a business? According to statistics, 24% of people want to, but at what cost? Hook is a thriller inspired by the author's entrepreneurial journey, which includes twenty-five years of experience in the business world. Eugène Savoie has earned a spot in the top thirty entrepreneurs under thirty list, but his fairy tale is turning into a nightmare. Many envy the phenomenal success of his start-up, featuring a wristband that enables users to increase their concentration and productivity. However, a series of unexplained deaths suddenly plunges the company into the heart of a police investigation involving the Dark Souls motorcycle gang, and the young founder must find the courage to regain control of his life and his business, while making peace with his past.

ISBN: 9781667482569
Language: English
Words: 29,374
Locations: Montreal, Sept-Îles, Saint-Esprit, and more.

Translator's Warning: Strong language

The author said: “Du travail impeccable avec un grand soucis du détail. Je recommande fortement.”

“Impeccable work with great attention to detail. I recommend her highly.”

02/13/2025

December 18, 2024: Book translation publication #47 (from French): "Freedom 56" by Stéphane Simard is the second novel in his thriller trilogy.

Financial independence is a dream for many, and some people will do anything to achieve it. "Freedom 56" is a thriller inspired by the author's entrepreneurial journey, which includes thirty years of experience in the business world.
“Surprising and unpredictable.”
“Sometimes humorous, sometimes sarcastic.”
“An excellent finish!”

Marc Paradis is the leading expert in corporate finance and M&A in Montreal. Despite this enviable reputation, the 55-year-old is disappointed. His personal financial situation and his love life are failures compared to his brother Christophe, a Don Juan who seems to succeed in everything. A meeting between the two men and the speaker Kim Roy, the so-called 'Queen of Financial Independence,' will trigger a series of events with dramatic consequences. Despite his impeccable ethics, Marc will find himself plunged into the heart of a scheme led by unscrupulous people willing to do anything to achieve their goals. The rather conservative businessman will need to take huge risks to protect the most precious person in the world, his daughter. What if the path to financial freedom is paved with bad intentions?

ISBN: 9781667482446
Language: English
Words: 36,502
Locations: Montreal, Sacacomie, Seigneurial Lake, and more.

Translator's Warning: Strong language

The author said: “Angela est une traductrice hors pair! Elle est à la fois rapide et rigoureuse, une perle rare. Elle a traduit 3 romans pour moi et je la recommande fortement. Une autre excellente traduction. Bravo!”

“Angela is a translator second to none. She is both quick and rigorous, a rare pearl. She translated three novels for me and I highly recommend her. Another excellent translation. Bravo!”

02/13/2025

December 11, 2024: Book translation publication #46 (from French): "Judi" by Stéphane Simard is a novel of suspense.

In Quebec, about one in seven people has a criminal record. Julien Dion has never had a job. Even in a labour shortage, companies don't hire schizophrenic ex-convicts in their 30s without work experience. Participating in a weekend of clinical trials in exchange for a fee becomes an interesting solution, unless you end up in the wrong place at the wrong time. Plunged unaware into the heart of a police investigation and haunted by the ghosts of his past, the young man will have to learn to ignore other people's opinions and accept who he is to reintegrate into society and finally live the life he covets. But can people really get rid of labels? "Judi" is the first novel in a thriller trilogy that includes "Freedom 56" and "Hook."

Translator's Warning: Strong language.

The author said: “WOW! Excellent travail, Angela. Tu as fait une traduction remarquable. Bravo! Merci encore.”

“WOW! Excellent work, Angela. An outstanding translation. Bravo! Thanks again.”

ISBN: 9781667482156
Language: English
Words: 34,753
Locations: Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Saint-Esprit and more.

02/03/2025

February 3, 2025: Book translation publication #50 (from Spanish): "Detective Lucy" by A.P. Hernández is a children's book for boys and girls aged 6 and up.

Valentina, Lucy's best friend, is very worried. Her cat's missing. Lucy doesn't think twice. She grabs her detective kit and gets ready for an adventure. Will they be able to solve this mystery together?

What's inside?

- A fun and exciting plot that encourages reading.
- A simple narrative, perfect for first-time readers.
- Relatable characters and everyday situations children can easily identify with, making reading more meaningful.
- A story with numerous illustrations, perfect for reading with the family.

A story that:

- Encourages critical thinking as children follow clues with Lucy, improving their ability to solve problems.
- Develops empathy because helping Valentina find her cat teaches the value of friendship and collaboration.
- Stimulates curiosity. Throughout the investigation, children learn to ask questions and find answers.
- Develops social skills. Teamwork and collaboration are key in solving the mystery.

The author wrote: “Angela es una profesional excepcional en la traducción del español al inglés. Su trabajo destaca por su precisión, fluidez y sensibilidad para captar los matices del texto original. No solo traslada las palabras, sino también el estilo, el tono y la esencia de la obra, logrando así que la lectura en inglés sea tan natural como en su idioma original.”

“Angela is an exceptional professional when it comes to translating from Spanish to English. Her work stands out for its accuracy and flow, as well as its sensitivity to capturing the nuances of the original text. She translates not only the words, but also the style, the tone, and the essence of the text, thereby achieving the ultimate goal: the book reads as naturally in English as it does in its original language.”

11/13/2024

November 13, 2024: Book translation publication #45: "Lucy Goes To The Fair" by A.P. Hernández is a children's book for ages 6 and up.

The fair's finally here!
Lucy and her brother Nick are ready to have a great time.
Valentina, Lucy's best friend, is also going.
They're looking forward to eating chocolate waffles and riding the Ferris wheel and the pirate ship.
However, they're about to have an unimaginable adventure.

What's inside?
- A simple and fun narrative, perfect for first-time readers.
- Relatable characters and everyday situations that children can easily identify with, making reading more meaningful.
- A story with numerous illustrations, perfect for reading with the family.

Release Date: November 13, 2024
Author: A.P. Hernández
ISBN: 9781667481036
Language: English
Words: 4,625
Location: N/A.

11/13/2024

November 13, 2024: Book translation publication #44: "I Want It Now" by A.P. Hernández is a children's book for ages 6 and up.

Nora's seven years old.
Her hair's blond.
She owns a dog and a cat.
She's also slept with a teddy bear ever since she was very young.
In fact, Nora has many things, but there's something she doesn't have, hasn't ever had, and, of course, will never have, and that's patience.
And that's because Nora doesn't need patience at all ... or does she?

What's inside?
- A simple story that helps children reflect on correct emotional management.
- A perfect book to teach the importance of patience.
- A fun story for little ones to learn how to handle frustration when things don't happen right away.
- A reading that promotes delayed gratification, an essential skill for good self-control and decision-making.

Release Date: November 13, 2024
Author: A.P. Hernández
ISBN: 9781667481050
Language: English
Words: 4,440
Location: N/A.

10/17/2024

October 16, 2024: Book translation publication #43: “Dada The Lunatic" by Yves-Patrick Beaulieu is the third novel in his Abitibian trilogy set in the Gaspé Peninsula.

Emerging from a coma, David Langelier finds himself, rather incredibly, aboard a train en route to the Gaspé Peninsula at the other end of Quebec. He's lost his memory but knows his identity because his wallet is in his pocket. He was in an accident and upon awakening from the comatose state he'd been in ever since, found himself in a room at the Hôtel-Dieu d'Amos hospital in Abitibi. One evening, he leaves the hospital in the pouring rain and gets lost in the city streets. Still very weak after long months of lying in a hospital bed, he sees a railway station and takes refuge in a Canadian National Railway boxcar, exhausted but oddly happy under the circumstances. Sheltered from the deluge, he falls into a deep slumber.

ISBN: 9781667479965
Language: English
Words: 51,381
Location: Rouyn-Noranda, Amos, Gaspé Peninsula, Maria, Campbellton, Quebec, Canada.

07/30/2024

July 29, 2024: Book translation publication #42 (from French): "The Landlord" by Yves-Patrick Beaulieu is a tale of forced 'renoviction' during the Great Pandemic. And this time my name is on the cover too!

You can't miss them. They'll be looking out for you, and, once they catch you, they'll chuck you into the eviction machine as soon as they can. With dollar signs for eyes, they're voracious and merciless toward their victims. Some claim they need to renovate urgently, while others say they need to adjust to the market, otherwise they'll be in trouble. Still others harass their victims, solely for the pleasure of seeing them squirm.

Alfreda Leduc, an elderly lady, is forced to move because her landlord wants to repossess the house she's currently occupying. There's a pandemic in the country, and everything's going from bad to worse. Despite his threats, she refuses to give up and decides to wait things out until the Housing Authority holds a hearing. However, the landlord has no end of ideas to harm his tenant. He wants her out of his building at all costs! How will this misadventure end? In her home or under a bridge?

ISBN: 9781667477305
Language: English
Words: 14,725
Location: Mercier, Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada.

-Noranda

07/24/2024

July 22, 2024: Book translation publication #41 (from French): "Scottish Alliances" by Morgane Pinon and Laurence Lopez Hodiesne is an historical romance set in Scotland in the 17th century.

1651 in the Scottish Highlands

Ettrick McKeyll is annoyed when he discovers a child left to her own devices in the dead of night in the middle of the forest. Ever since the English defeated the Scottish, the moor has become extremely unsafe, and all the more so for a wee lassie. The Highlander would like to take her home with him, but the only problem is, she doesn't speak.

Afraid of being discovered, Elinor McSoillse is looking for her younger sister. This fierce Scotswoman is ready to do anything to protect her, not only from foreigners, but also from enemy clans.

In a Scotland divided and weakened by wars, creating alliances sometimes seems impossible.

Laurence Lopez Hodiesne and Morgane Pinon have combined their writing talents with finesse to offer you a successful journey back in time.

The authors wrote:

“Bonjour Angela! Je viens de terminer ma lecture. C'était vraiment génial! J'ai adoré les dialogues qui marquent bien la différence de langage entre Anglais et Écossais. Une distinction qu'il est difficile de faire en français. C'est pour cette raison qu'on a utilisé la gaélique pour imprégner l'esprit de ce pays dans les dialogues. Merci encore pour ce si beau travail de traduction. On a vraiment pris plaisir à relire ce roman!”

“Hello Angela! I've just finished reading [your translation]. It was quite brilliant! I adored the dialogues that successfully point out the difference between English and Scottish accents. It's a distinction that's difficult to carry out in French. That's why we used Gaelic to spice up the dialogues. Thank you again for such a great translation job. We really loved re-reading this novel!”

“Superbe traduction de notre romance historique écossaise. Des dialogues bien pensés. On se croirait dans 'Outlander' ! Un régal de travailler avec Angela. N'hésitez plus. Elle saura prendre grand soin de vos mots.”

“Superb translation of our Scottish historical romance. Well thought out dialogues. You'd think you were in 'Outlander!' A delight to work with Angela. Hesitate no longer. She will take great care with your words.”

ISBN: 9781667476919
Language: English with some Scottish inflections
Words: 56,264
Location: The Scottish Highlands, Scotland

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