Keynote Speaker, Expert Presenter & Moderator
As a leading voice in literary translation, I’m regularly invited to speak on Scandinavian literature, the role of translators, and the cultural exchange between the Nordic countries and the English-speaking world. I present in both English and Swedish, and have spoken at conferences and professional events across the UK, Scandinavia and online.
Whether you’re curating a panel, booking a guest speaker, or hosting a public conversation, I’m available for:
- Talks and lectures (in person or online)
- Panel moderation and chairing
- Author or translator interviews and live events
- Podcasts, webinars and media appearances
Topics I cover include:
- The presence of Scandinavian literature in the anglophone market
- Working as a professional literary translator
- AI and its impact on translation and publishing
- Translator visibility, ethics, and advocacy
If you’re organising an event or need a knowledgeable commentator for your platform, I’d love to hear from you.
Press & Comment
I’m a trusted contributor to public discussions on Scandinavian literature and literary translation, regularly writing and speaking on translator ethics, publishing trends, and the implications of AI in our industry. My views are informed by experience, data, and a strong commitment to translator advocacy.
Selected writings:
- ‘Canaries in the coal mine‘ for The Bookseller (May 2025, with Anna Ganley), on how Audible’s commitment to AI translation must be closely watched.
- ‘Pirate AI’ for Eurozine (Aug 2024), on generative AI’s threat to translators, using data to argue for craft over commodification.
- ‘The Translators Association: Championing Literary Translators‘ for CEATL’s Counterpoint, on the role and history of the Translators Association.
My writing has appeared in leading trade magazines including The Bookseller and The Author and I have been quoted in The Guardian.
Academic Teaching & Supervision
I have taught at undergraduate and postgraduate level in Scandinavian Studies and Translation Studies, including at the University of East Anglia, University of Edinburgh and University of Manchester. I’m happy to consider short-term teaching engagements, especially where there’s a strong fit between my expertise and your course aims.
I also have experience supervising Master’s-level dissertations and supporting students on project-based academic work. I’m available for external teaching and assessment roles, including remote delivery.
If you’d like to bring in external input on a course or academic project, I’d be glad to hear more.