For the purpose of promoting Korean books to readers worldwide, LTI Korea supports overseas publishers with “Translation & Publication Grants” as follows:
Overseas Translation and Publication Grants
? Languages All foreign languages
? Genres Literature, culture and art, scholarly books, children’s books, instructional books, comic books
? Areas for Grant and Applicant qualifications Overseas publishers who have signed contracts for publication rights and are in the process of preparing to publish Korean books.
? Grant Amount Part of the total publication expenses
- The amount varies depending on the region of the contracted publisher and the genre of the book.
- The grant will be issued after publication.
? Application Documents All documents should be scanned and uploaded.
1. Introduction of the publisher, along with its history and past publications, including any previous publications of books related to Korea
2. Publication plan including the dates and budget for translation and publication (please specify in detail)
3. A copy of the contract between the publisher and the translator(s)
4. A copy of the contract between the publisher and the copyright holder(s)
5. A copy of the translator’s resume
? How to Apply Register as a member on the LTI Korea Overseas Publication Marketing website (www.koreanbooks.or.kr) and complete the on-line application form.
? Application Schedule and Announcements
2nd Round: Apply from September 16-26, 2008 / Results will be posted in October
3rd Round: Apply from November 17-28, 2008 / Results will be posted in December
Please visit the website (www.koreanbooks.or.kr) on 16 September. The application is available only during the application period (September 16 ~ September 26).
If you need any further information, please feel free to contact us.
grants@klti.or.kr / Tel. +82 (0)2 6919 7735 / Fax +82 (0)2 3448 4247
