About this Event
Join us for an insightful discussion with two distinguished professionals in the literary agency world:
- Senja Požar, Director, Ljubljana Literary Agency (Slovenia)
- Özlem Öztemel, AnatoliaLit Agency (Turkey)
Panel Focus
Our panelists will address key topics in international literary representation, including:
- Changes in the global publishing landscape, especially for smaller markets
- Challenges and strategies in international marketing campaigns
- Success stories in gaining international recognition for authors and books
- Building and maintaining relationships with international publishers
- The role of translation in international literary strategy
- Pricing and negotiations for rights deals across diverse economic markets
- Promoting diverse voices on the global stage
About the Panelists
Senja Požar
Senja Požar brings nearly 30 years of experience in the publishing industry to her role as Director of the Ljubljana Literary Agency. Her extensive background includes:
- Leadership positions at major Slovenian publishers
- Expertise in foreign sales and international cooperation
- Key involvement in Frankfurt 2023 and Bologna 2024 projects
- Founder of Slovenia's first professional literary agency in June 2024
- Member of Publishers Without Borders since 2020
Özlem Öztemel
Özlem Öztemel, born in 1996, joined AnatoliaLit Agency in September 2021. Her career highlights include:
- B.A. in Translation Studies from Istanbul University
- Experience as publications coordinator at Alfa
- Former copyright manager at İlksatır publishing house
- Active translator of children's and adult titles from English to Turkish
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the international literary agency landscape from these accomplished professionals. The panel will provide a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities in bringing literature from smaller markets to the global stage.
Event Venue
Online
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