user1056217
I am an independent writer, translator, editor, and cultural curator based in Slovenia, with extensive experience spanning more than two decades.
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I am an independent writer, translator, editor, and cultural curator based in Slovenia, with extensive experience spanning more than two decades. I have published six critically acclaimed novels, including The Dry Season, which was honored with the European Union Prize for Literature and translated into 15 languages. My work extends to literary criticism, essays, translations, radio plays, and active participation in international literary festivals and book fairs.
In addition to writing, I lead creative writing workshops nationwide and teach Slovenian language and literature, with a focus on immigrant children. I also serve as editor-in-chief and publisher across multiple literary platforms and houses, fostering emerging voices and managing significant cultural programs and literary advocacy roles in Slovenia and internationally.
- 24 years' experience
- Joined August 2025
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- EnglishAdvanced
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Work experience· 8 roles
Chaired the Kresnik Award Jury, directed programming for Slovenian Book Days, and served as national selector for the Njegoš Prize. Represented Slovenia at international events through the Slovene Writers’ Association and other cultural bodies. Former President of the Women’s Committee of Slovenian PEN and Vice-President/President of the Council of the Slovenian Book Agency. Since 2021, co-produces Story Generators, a literary radio show funded by Culture Moves Europe.
Edited 10–15 titles annually at Litera Publishing, including original fiction and translations. Secured and managed translation rights for contemporary international authors. Served as Editor-in-Chief of Mentor magazine, continuing as senior editor and writer. Founded Hirondelle, an independent literary publishing house for emerging voices. Represented Hirondelle at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025 and launched the digital literary journal Jantarna Lastovka.
Chaired the Kresnik Award Jury; directed programming for Slovenian Book Days; served as national selector for the Njegoš Prize. Represented Slovenia at international events via the Slovene Writers’ Association and other cultural bodies. Held leadership roles including President of the Women’s Committee of Slovenian PEN and Vice-President/President of the Council of the Slovenian Book Agency. Since 2021, co-produces Story Generators, a literary radio show funded by Culture Moves Europe.
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