Publications
Current ATA Publications for Sale
The Patent Translator's Handbook
A comprehensive guide for both new and experienced patent translators; includes use of translation memory software, overview of the international patent system, management of patent litigation projects, and industry-specific resources.
2007 Translation and Interpreting Compensation Survey
The most complete, accurate, and up-to-date
income data on the translation and interpreting professions.
The ATA Chronicle
The association's premiere journal, published 11 times a year with a combined November/December issue. The Chronicle features industry articles, announcements, reviews, and ATA news. ATA members receive the journal as a benefit of membership. A paid subscription is also available to non-members.
Getting it Right
Getting it Right is an ATA client education booklet available in print and online. ATA members may order up to 100 copies at no cost to share with their clients. Contact ATA's Membership Services Manager for details.
Translation: Buying a non-commodity
How translation standards can help buyers and sellers.
How to Succeed as a Freelance Translator
Freelancer Corinne McKay offers lessons learned in this indispensable guide to setting up shop. Identifies good business practices, from finding clients to setting rates and collecting payment. Great for new translators and interpreters entering the field as well as for old hands who just want to make their business run better.
Getting Started: A Newcomer's Guide to Translation and Interpretation
A straightforward guide for newcomers to translation and interpreting. Special online offer! Save $5 when you order both How to Succeed and Getting Started: A Newscomer's Guide to Translation and Interpretation. See online order form.
International Certification Study
A review of translation and interpreting certification programs around the
world.
Medical Translating and Interpreting: A Resource Guide
A comprehensive resource for translating and interpreting
in the medical field.
Professional Development Seminar Programs
A compilation of handouts and session information presented
at ATA's Professional Development Seminars. These one- and two-day seminars
offer advanced education and training in translation and interpreting specialties,
including medical translation, court interpreting, and the business side
of being a translator or interpreter.
Programs in Translation Studies: An ATA Handbook
A practical handbook for educators in translation studies.
Proceedings of the ATA Annual Conference
Published in the fall of each year, softbound, covering a
wide variety of conference presentations, from literary translation to medical
interpreting to technology in translation and interpreting.
Translating and Interpreting in the Federal Government
A comprehensive survey outlining the language needs, career
ladders, contact information, and more for over 80 federal agencies and
offices.
Literary Division Translation Journal – Beacons
A publication of the ATA Literary Division showcasing English translations of world-renowned literature from languages other than English. Beacons 10 is now available online.
ATA Scholarly Monograph Series
Hardcover scholarly monograph series on themes related to translation. ATA Members receive a 30% discount off the regular price on the titles listed below. Orders must be placed with John Benjamins Publishing Company directly. Call (800) 562-5666 to order, and be sure to identify yourself as an ATA Member.
Volumes I through V are out of print. The following volumes are available:
| Vol. No. | Title |
Non-Members
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ATA Members
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| Vol. VI | Scientific and Technical Translation |
$155
|
30% discount
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| Vol. VII | Professional Issues for Translators and Interpreters |
$142
|
30% discount
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| Vol. VIII | Translation and the Law |
$155
|
30% discount
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| Vol. IX | The Changing Scene in World Languages |
$142
|
30% discount
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| Vol. X | Translation and Medicine |
$142
|
30% discount
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| Vol. XI |
Translating into Success. Cutting-edge Strategies for Going Multilingual in a Global Age |
$149
|
30% discount
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| Vol. XII | Beyond the Ivory Tower: Rethinking Translation Pedagogy |
$149
|
30% discount
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| Vol. XIII | Perspectives on Localization |
$155
|
30% discount
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ATA members must call the John Benjamins Publishing Company ordering department at (800) 562-5666 to request the 30% ATA Member discount.
Individuals must prepay. Corporations can be invoiced. More information about the content of each monograph is available at www.benjamins.com. For questions, email: benjamins@presswarehouse.com.
