AI & Translation: A Deeper Look


Tuesday, October 28, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
This webinar will be held via Zoom.
Category: AI Series

BISG's AI and the Book Publishing Industry series offers in-depth content, high-level insights, and game-changing strategies to help you navigate the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and book publishing.

The world of book translation is undergoing a profound transformation with the rise of artificial intelligence. This session will explore how AI is reshaping the way books are translated across languages. Understanding the capabilities and limitations of AI translation tools is crucial for maintaining literary quality and operational efficiency.

In this session, you’ll gain practical insights into integrating AI translation technology into your workflows, balancing automation with human expertise, and optimizing the quality of translated texts.

Who Should Attend?

  • Translation Rights Managers
  • Literary Agents
  • Translators (Literary and General)
  • International Publishers
  • Editors working with translations

What You’ll Learn:

  • The current state of AI translation technology
  • How to assess translation quality and implement frameworks for excellence
  • Best practices for integrating AI into translation workflows
  • Conducting a cost-benefit analysis of AI tools
  • Cultural adaptation and localization in AI translations
  • Quality control processes for ensuring translation accuracy
  • Hybrid human-AI approaches for optimal results
  • The future development road map for AI in translation

This session is a must for anyone looking to navigate the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and translation. Register today!

AI and the Book Publishing Industry brings together publishing professionals and industry leaders to explore the transformative impact AI is having on everything from editorial workflows to marketing strategies. Whether you're a publisher looking to integrate AI tools into your processes, an author curious about how technology can enhance your writing journey, or a thought leader striving to stay ahead of industry trends, this is an unmissable series.

The series is led by Thad McIlroy, principal of The Future of Publishing, and a renowned publishing technology analyst, expert in publication metadata and online book marketing, and author of The AI Revolution in Book Publishing. Thad’s deep industry knowledge and firsthand experience will guide attendees through every session, ensuring that the content is not only relevant but also immediately applicable to real-world challenges. As a respected speaker, presenter, and thought leader, Thad brings an invaluable perspective on the role of AI in the publishing world.

BISG Members:

Your BISG membership grants you complimentary access to this webinar series. Simply log in to register for free. 

Nonmembers: 

A single webinar ticket costs $29; if you attend the first three webinars in the Fall series, we'll send you a discount code for free access to the fourth!

For More Information:

Liz Bartek

Liz Bartek

Marketing & Communications Manager, Book Industry Study Group