Trans-European Journeys
Trans-European Journeys (TJ) is an ambitious large-scale literary project that unites organizations, authors, and readers across Europe and beyond. The project brings together consortium partners from five countries and encompasses the professional translation, publication, distribution, and promotion of 25 works of fiction. Leading this initiative is Region Jönköpings län (RJL), a Swedish public body working to enhance the literary and cultural ecosystem by publishing books and establishing networks and projects. TJ is primarily funded by the European Union and the Creative Europe programme.
Promoting Diversity in European Literature
TJ is committed to celebrating the rich diversity of European literature. The project focuses on introducing lesser-known literary works, particularly from smaller linguistic communities, to a broader European audience. It spans multiple fiction genres, including novels, poetry, theater plays, and children's books. These works explore a wide range of themes and cultures, highlighting Europe's deep literary heritage. Notably, the selection of works includes contributions from emerging authors, deceased authors, and even Nobel Prize laureates.
A Multinational Collaboration
The TJ consortium brings together organizations from Sweden, the Czech Republic, Greece, Portugal, and Armenia. These partners contribute to the project’s mission by curating and sharing cultural narratives from their respective countries. The selected works will be professionally translated into multiple languages, including Swedish, Portuguese, Greek, Armenian, and Czech. Furthermore, the project's reach extends beyond Europe, incorporating translations into languages such as Chinese, Vietnamese, and Korean. By translating selected works into multiple languages, the Trans-European Journeys project empowers authors and translators to connect with readers across diverse regions simultaneously.
With funding from the European Union and collaboration across five countries, this project paves the way for a more connected and culturally enriched literary landscape both within and beyond Europe.