About
Spanish is the second most-read language in the US today. More and more publishers and companies are seeing the opportunities of reaching a Spanish-reading audience, doubling their market reach. In the US many types of Spanish are most spoken: Mexican, Caribbean, Central American, with Mexican Being the most common.
However, in many South America countries, and Spain, Castilian Spanish is more prevalent.
Which is then the best Spanish to translate your work into? Let's talk!
My Spanish language review work includes:Â
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Fixing spelling, grammar, and punctuation in the target languageÂ
Reviewing voice, tone, and style to make sure you are reaching your intended audience and they understand your message
Making sure your text is easy to read, doesn’t include redundancies, and reads as if it has been written by a native speaker (instead of a translation)
Technical editing for pronunciation, common expressions, usage, and culture
Sensitivity reading of Spanish-speaking characters, settings, and scenes (to avoid cultural misappropriation, stereotypes, and clichés)
Today, over one-third of the editing work I do involves reviewing and assisting with projects in Spanish. From technical manuals, to slide decks, prescriptive nonfiction, to essays and dissertations, as well as children's books. If you have a project that you would like to have translated, or you have already translated and would like to have it reviewed, reach out to me so we can discuss the process, timeline, and costs involved.
Rates vary depending on wordcount and timeline. To get an idea of what it is like to work with me, see what my clients have to say on my testimonials page.
* Empathetic Editor Note: if you'd really like to work with me but don't have a budget yet, reach out to me for a courtesy call where we can arrange for a payment plan that works for both of us.
Linda is a dynamic speaker whose practical, approachable guidance inspires editors to grow their businesses with confidence. Her presentation energized our chapter, and we enthusiastically recommend her as an instructor.
Tenesha Curtis, MSSW
Editorial Freelancers Association, Georgia Chapter
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Alexa Bigwarfe,
Author Coach & Publisher
Women In Publishing Summit
Linda Ruggeri is a reliable, knowledgeable, and engaging speaker. Whether she’s helping attendees rethink networking, offering insights into publishing their own work, or exploring business opportunities in the industry, Linda delivers her expertise with clarity and professionalism. I would confidently recommend her for any conference or speaking engagement.
Presentations, workshops, and panels that Linda Ruggeri has delivered for our annual conference and professional development sessions offer a unique combination of informative, inspiring, authentic, and fun. She helps our community see the big picture while also breaking it into manageable steps that make professional growth more rewarding. We are honored to have her as a valued contributor and can confidently say she would be an asset to any conference.
David Peattie,
Publishing Professionals Network (PPN)