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Literary Translation Workshop

Singapore Book Council, Training Room Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block E, #03-32, Singapore, Singapore

A hybrid course for emerging literary translators, writers or poets interested in venturing into literary translation. Jointly presented by the Singapore Book Council and Tender Leaves Translation, this Literary Translation Workshop will be presented in a hybrid format. It is a two-part programme of online video courses and a follow-up online workshop and session. Engage […]

$450

Young Writers Lab 2023 – Create your own storytelling game!

The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Lane, Singapore

In this event, we will introduce participants to the methods and processes of how TTRPG (tabletop roleplaying game) writers and designers build fantasy worlds and turn them into playable, interactive experiences. Participants work in groups to workshop their own stories to create storytelling games of their own. Learning Outcomes Build rich fantasy worlds and interesting […]

$35

The Asian Festival of Children’s Content

National Library Building 100 Victoria Street, Singapore, Singapore

The 14th Asian Festival of Children’s Content (AFCC) returns this year as a fully in-person event, celebrating the theme “Play!” With over 70 programmes featuring more than 100 writers and speakers from Singapore and around the world, AFCC 2023 explores the different dimensions of “Play” through books, stories and performances. Come join our panels, workshops, […]

Free – $220

Through a Screen Darkly: Writing Poetry That Keeps You Up at Night

Singapore Book Council, Training Room Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block E, #03-32, Singapore, Singapore

Promotions Auto-applied, no promo code needed: 40% concession* rates for students and seniors 20% off buddy tickets Request promo code via email to programmes@bookcouncil.sg to enjoy: 20% off past participants of SBC Academy 10% off for Kinokuniya Privilege Card members * Please be prepared to present your student pass or senior citizen card on the day of […]

$173.61

How to be a Picture Book Author-Illustrator

Singapore Book Council, Training Room Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block E, #03-32, Singapore, Singapore

Promotions for Workshop 1 ONLY 40% concession* rates for students and seniors 20% off past participants of SBC Academy** 10% off for Kinokuniya Privilege Card members** * Discount is automatic, participants will have to present their student pass or senior citizen card on day of talk for verification purposes. ** Request promo code via email […]

$83.23
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Polish: The Art of Self-Editing for Fiction Writers

Singapore Book Council, Training Room Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Road, Block E, #03-32, Singapore, Singapore

Promotions 40% concession* rates for students and seniors 20% off past participants of SBC Academy** 20% off buddy tickets* 10% off for Kinokuniya Privilege Card members** * Discount is automatic (for concession, participants will have to present their student pass or senior citizen card on the day of the talk for verification purposes). ** Request […]

$111.99

Opening Panel: To Be Faithful or Not To Be Faithful?

The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429, Singapore, Singapore

How true should a translator stay to the source text? 🤔 To kick off the Singapore Translation Symposium this Saturday, join A.K. Kulshreshth, Uganda Kwan, and Ng Yi-Sheng as they discuss the art of translation—balancing faithfulness, cultural nuances, and precision. Get insights into the challenges translators face and discover what “faithfulness” to a text really […]

Free

Translating Plays: A Conversation with Haresh Sharma & Saleem Hadi

The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429, Singapore, Singapore

Explore the art of translating and adapting plays for the stage with acclaimed playwrights Haresh Sharma and Saleem Hadi! 🎭✨ They’ll share insights on navigating language, culture, and the challenges of adaptation, while discussing the role of projected texts in shaping audience experiences. Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/4gqeq8d 📆 Sat, 28 Sept ⏰ 11.30am - […]

Free

Breaking Through: How Emerging Translators Build Their Careers

The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429, Singapore, Singapore

Are you an aspiring translator? Or simply curious about the inner workings of the literary translation industry? 🤔 Join Amanda Ruiqing Flynn and Shelly Bryant as they share valuable insights and practical advice — from mentorships, literary agents, and more! Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this is your chance to […]

Free

An Unusual Intimacy

The Arts House 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429 1 Old Parliament Ln, Singapore 179429, Singapore, Singapore

Join us for the highly anticipated book launch of Tapping Words, Bridging Cultures: Memoir of Yang Quee Yee! 📚✨ The late Yang Quee Yee was a renowned expert in compiling Malay-Chinese-English dictionaries. This memoir pays tribute to his lifelong intimacy with language and his remarkable partnership with his wife, Mdm Chan Maw Woh. Together, they […]

Free
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