The Call for Proposals for the Circulation of European Literary Works 2023 is open, with the deadline for submitting project proposals on February 21, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. CET.

Support for the circulation of European literary works is intended for projects dealing with the translation, publication, distribution and promotion of literary works.

TOPICS AND PRIORITIES
strengthening the transnational circulation and diversity of European literary works,
encouraging the translation and promotion of literary works written in lesser-used languages ​​in order to increase their circulation in larger markets in Europe and beyond;
development of new audiences in Europe and beyond;
strengthening the competitiveness of the book and publishing sector by encouraging cooperation within the sector.

Additionally:

It is necessary to respect the principle of fair compensation for writers and translators in accordance with the report "Translators on the cover" prepared by the group of experts of the EU member states on multilingualism and translation, which was authorized by the Council within the framework of the open method of coordination.
Due to extraordinary circumstances in Europe, projects aimed at providing European or Ukrainian works in the Ukrainian language to Ukrainian refugees and displaced persons will be encouraged. In this sense, the printing, distribution and promotion of European or Ukrainian literary works in the Ukrainian language will be acceptable.
Eligible applicants are legal entities (private or public) registered in countries participating in the Creative Europe program. Applications from single applicants and applications from a consortium that must consist of at least 2 applicants (users; unrelated entities) are acceptable. The coordinator must legally exist for at least 2 years before the application deadline and be active in the publishing and book sector.

COMPETITIVE CATEGORIES
SMALL – translations of at least 5 different titles, co-financing up to EUR 100,000

MEDIUM – translations of at least 11 different titles, co-financing up to EUR 200,000

BIG – translations of at least 21 different titles, co-financing up to EUR 300,000

The grant is a lump sum and will reimburse a fixed amount, based on a lump sum or non-cost-linked funding. The co-financing rate in all tender categories is 60%, and the duration of projects is a maximum of 36 months.

The application is filled out and submitted online through the Funding and tenders opportunity portal.

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