Publishing translation services that preserve the author's voice
A great book can lose its soul in a clumsy translation, and so can a journal or a manuscript. ABC carries the author's voice into new languages for $0.09 per word, with revisions until the prose reads right.
A flat translation loses the very thing readers came for
A book, journal, or magazine lives or dies on voice and nuance. Translate it word for word and the author's intent gets lost, readers feel the seams, and your credibility takes the hit. Worse, a misread clause in a rights or licensing agreement can spark a legal dispute.
Publishing is global communication, but only when the translation carries meaning and tone together. A version that reads like a machine produced it is not the same work in another language. It is a lesser one.
What lets you reach new readers without losing the original is translation that preserves author intent and cultural nuance, handled by people who write as well as translate.
Standard and certified translations for publishers and authors
At $0.09 per word, ABC Translations delivers standard work that suits promotional content, articles, e-books, and manuscripts. This is the work that has to keep the author's voice intact.
When compliance matters, for academic submissions, rights agreements, and contracts, certified work is on offer at $24.10 per page. Every project is handled by native-speaking professional translators across 120+ languages.
Certified orders ship within 48 hours, and standard per-word work is delivered on a timeline that scales with the length of the manuscript, both with unlimited revisions and an expedited path available for tight deadlines. Preserve nuance, satisfy rights-agreement requirements, and reach readers in more languages.
Publishing documents we translate
We routinely handle promotional content, articles, journals, e-books, and manuscripts, plus trademark and copyright applications and literary works. The translators on this work preserve author intent rather than simply rendering text.
Why publishers choose ABC Translations
For 25 years, more than 255,000 customers have used ABC Translations to bring manuscripts, academic articles, and published works to readers in new languages while keeping the voice and meaning the author put on the page.
Send us your manuscript or article today, and we will confirm a delivery date based on its length, for a translation that still sounds like the author. Certified academic and rights-agreement work ships in 48 hours.
Publishing materials our linguists regularly handle
Publishers most often send literary works plus trademark and copyright applications. Each is handled with care so the author's voice carries through into every language.
What makes ABC Translations the right fit for publishing materials?
Publishers and authors rely on us for accurate translations built around the craft of the written word. Manuscripts, catalogs, and rights materials are handled by professional native-speaking linguists who keep voice and style faithful to the original, treating each title with care and respecting your release dates.
Have more questions about publishing translations? Find out more over in the help center:
ABC Translations help centerPrecise work from native speakers
- Native-speaking linguists handle every project, catching the subtle shades of meaning that keep your message accurate, clear, and true to its culture.
Quick, dependable, and protected
- You get fast turnaround without any drop in quality, backed by tight confidentiality and data security from start to finish.
Support that actually helps
- A responsive team stands ready at each step, so the whole process feels smooth, professional, and free of stress.
Our services
Either choice gives you polished, human-made work from professional linguists. Not sure if certification applies to your case? Ask whoever will receive the document, or reach out to our team.
How it works
Thanks to a simple, well-organized workflow, having your paperwork translated is fast and hassle-free.
Upload documents & place your order
Pick the two languages, send over your files, and choose any extras you want, then we get moving on your translation right away.
Professional translation and review
Your document is translated with care by a professional linguist. Before anything is locked in, you get to look it over and ask for changes.
Receive your translation
Once finished, the translated files are sent to you, and when you have chosen certification, a signed, stamped certificate on our letterhead comes with them.
I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!
Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.
I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!
Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!
ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!
Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!
Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.
From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!
Join 255,000+ happy customers
ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.
Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.
I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!
Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.
Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.
Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.
Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.
Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.
Join 255,000+ happy customers
ABC Translations and its family of companies are proud to have delivered reliable, affordable, best-in-class translation and localization services to individuals, and global corporations and institutions for more than 25 years.
Top of my list for fast, professional services. Best online interface I've used. Appreciate their speed and effectiveness. Highly recommend.
From quote to delivery, everything was professional and timely. Quality is commendable. I appreciate the space for translator notes. Very satisfied!
Used them many times for education/work docs. Great translation quality and speed. Appreciate the revision option even though I haven't needed it.
ABC Translations completed my request wonderfully. 24-hour turnaround even on a weekend. Impeccable quality. Notified me of a fee change before charging, outstanding!
Amazing service! My translation was done in 2 hours. All done on time, the right way, and the price was very good! Highly recommend.
Great experience. They were responsive and helpful. They guided me, didn't oversell services, and even saved me money. Timely delivery despite a holiday. Highly recommend!
Submitted a 43 page doc, it was translated twice as fast as our previous vendor, and in-house loved it. Thanks ABC for amazing customer service and fast delivery of top notch translations.
I reached out to them last Friday for an emergency translation. They got back within the hour. ETA was 24 hours. Since it was a Friday, I expected Monday, but it was completed on Saturday. Accurate and on time, great job!
I have used ABC Translations at two different occasions now and both translations has been perfect! I would truly recommend the company. Their customer service is nice and professional and the translation is accurate, well written with a very quick turnaround. Highly recommend!
I purchased a translation on Friday and expected a 24-hour turnaround but also ordered a notary not knowing it wasn't part of the estimated time. Unsurprisingly I needed it immediately. I emailed support and within a few hours, it was completely signed and notarized! Hats off to y'all!
Easy to work with. Real human communication. Accurate translations, even for technical terms. Always on time or early. Incredibly convenient.
Fantastic experience starting with the price. Very easy submission process. Fast, helpful replies. Will return for future translations.
Truly amazing experience. Easy process and great communication. Hard copies arrived on time. Would give a thousand stars!
Highly recommend using this service. Outstanding translation job and fast turnaround. Excellent and professional.
Super happy with the experience. Smooth and efficient. I plan to use them again.
Phenomenal customer service. Fast responses and accurate translations. Very satisfied!
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers to the questions people most often ask about working with us. See how the workflow runs, what it costs, how long it takes, where documents are accepted, which notarization choices exist, and the way finished files reach you.
Will the translation of my manuscript keep the author's voice and intent?
Yes. Manuscripts, e-books, and literary works are handled by native-speaking translators who preserve author intent and cultural nuance rather than translating word for word, so the prose reads like the author wrote it in the target language.
Unlimited revisions let you and the author refine passages until the voice and rhythm read true.
What does it cost to translate a full manuscript versus a rights agreement?
Editorial and creative work like promotional content, articles, e-books, and manuscripts averages $0.09 per word as professional translation. Rights agreements, contracts, and academic submissions that need certification are $24.10 per page.
Pricing is flat and shown before you order, so you can price a full book or a single article cleanly.
Can you translate rights, licensing, and copyright agreements so the wording holds up?
Yes. Contracts, rights agreements, and trademark and copyright applications are translated as certified work with a signed certificate of accuracy, so the legal wording matches the original and is less likely to spark a dispute over a clause.
If a counterparty or authority flags an issue, we revise it at no extra cost.
Do you translate academic journals and articles for international submission?
Yes. Journals, articles, and academic submissions are a core part of this work. Editorial pieces are translated at $0.09 per word, and where a journal or institution requires a certified translation, that is available at $24.10 per page with a signed certificate of accuracy.
Are unpublished manuscripts kept confidential before release?
Yes. Unpublished manuscripts and pre-release titles are handled under strict confidentiality, we can sign a non-disclosure agreement, and files move through secure transfer. Every translator is bound by confidentiality requirements, so your work stays protected until you choose to publish.
Which languages can you publish my titles and journals into?
We translate across 120+ languages with native-speaking translators, so one provider can bring your manuscripts, e-books, and journals to readers in every market you publish into.
