Literature Ireland

About

Literature Ireland brings the finest of Irish literature in the best possible literary translations to readers around the world. It does this by awarding translation grants to publishers, by hosting literary translators in Ireland, and by representing Irish writers at international events, book fairs and festivals.

A not-for-profit organisation, Literature Ireland (known as Ireland Literature Exchange until 2016) is funded by Culture Ireland and the Arts Council. Operating since 1995, Literature Ireland has funded the translation of over 2,000 works of Irish literature into 56 languages around the world.

Our services include:

If you would like to make a donation to help us continue bringing Irish Literature to readers around the world, please do so here

Our Board

The members of Literature Ireland's Board of Directors bring with them experience from a broad range of sectors, but all share the same passion for Irish...

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Our Staff

Our experienced Literature Ireland team engages closely with authors, translators, publishers and festival organisers in order to bring the best of Irish...

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Stats & Achievements

Literature Ireland has funded the translation of over 2,000 works of Irish literature into 56 languages around the world. The largest demand for Irish...

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Funders & Governance

Literature Ireland (registered name Ireland Literature Exchange CLG) is committed to complying with the Code of Governance and Principles of Good...

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Partnerships

Literature Ireland is a founding partner in the Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation. The Centre was established in 2013 with the active...

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Make a donation

Literature Ireland is a not-for-profit organisation that would welcome your support in building a worldwide readership for Irish literature. Would you like to...

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Contact Us

Literature Ireland Postal Address

The Literature Ireland postal address for letter post and parcels sent by normal post (i.e. via the post office) is...

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