How much does it cost to translate a book? This is a question often raised by authors seeking translation services, as book translation projects constitute an important part of translation companies' business. With the deepening of global cultural exchanges, more and more authors wish to have their works translated into other languages for overseas publication. Meanwhile, China is also introducing a large number of foreign books, making book translation work particularly important.

　　I. Fee Standards for Book Translation Services

　　(A) Charging by Word Count

　　Book translation fees are usually calculated per thousand words, with specific prices varying due to factors such as translation difficulty, language pair, and translation quality requirements.

Translation Level	Price Range (RMB/1,000 words)
Standard (Daily Use)	180-220
Professional (Specific Fields)	240-350
Publishable (For Publication)	370-500

　　(B) Charging by Page Count

　　For books or documents with a large number of images or fewer words, charging by page is also an option, with fees ranging approximately from 100 to 250 RMB per page. Specific prices will be adjusted according to translation quality and language differences.

　　(C) Charging by Project

　　For larger-scale or more complex book translation projects, professional translation companies usually adopt an overall project-based pricing method. Fees are comprehensively assessed based on the project's overall scale, complexity, and translation quality requirements, typically ranging from several thousand to tens of thousands of RMB.

　　II. Factors Affecting Book Translation Fees

　　(A) Word Count

　　The word count of a book directly affects translation fees. More words mean a greater workload and, consequently, higher fees.

　　(B) Language Pair

　　Due to differences in translation difficulty and market demand, prices vary for different language pairs. For example, Chinese-English translation is more common and has a relatively lower price, while translations into lesser-known languages (such as Arabic, Thai, etc.) may have higher prices.

　　(C) Translation Difficulty

　　Books in specialized fields, such as medicine, law, and technology, have higher translation difficulty and require translators with relevant professional knowledge, resulting in higher fees.

　　(D) Translation Quality and Translator Experience

　　High-quality translations require experienced translators who can more accurately convey the meaning and emotions of the original text. Therefore, experienced translators charge correspondingly higher fees.

　　(E) Typesetting Requirements

　　The typesetting work after translation, especially for books with a large number of images, also affects the total cost.

　　(F) Rush Services

　　If clients need to complete translation tasks within a short time, professional translation companies will provide rush services but will charge additional fees, typically 20%-50% of the original price.

　　In the field of book translation, professional translation companies possess rich experience in foreign-related translation and maintain a professional team of human translators. They will form specialized translation project teams based on the book's professionalism and difficulty, conduct detailed qualitative analyses of the book, and strictly control the translation schedule to ensure the professionalism and quality of the book translation. If you have any questions about the fee standards and service process for book translation, please visit our company's official website to consult our online customer service, and we will provide you with professional and efficient language solutions!