Power of Literature in the Changing World

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Project “Power of Literature in the Changing World” is an elaborated strategy for translation, promotion and distribution of ten high-quality literary works in Croatia and other European countries. The project will be implemented by mono-beneficiary (V.B.Z., a publisher from Croatia) with the participation of foreign associated partners. This unique series of ten books is designed to contribute to the diversity of literature in Croatia by including works written in less-used languages in literary translation (Swedish, Finnish, Dutch, Icelandic, Italian) and to promote Croatian literature abroad (two Croatian novels will be translated into English and German, and distributed in English and German speaking territories). In these uncertain times of pandemic, climate emergency, discouraging reports about gender (in)equality, mental health problems faced by young people, and reported rise of (online) harassment towards LGBTIQ community, we decided to address some of these burning issues concerning the entire world and, in particular, Croatia. The project is thematically structured around two main themes: Literature Goes Green – literature, environment and our future and Literature Removes Barriers – literature, inclusion and equality. One of the main promotional platforms of the project will be literary festival Vrisak (The Scream) held in the Mediterranean city of Rijeka with guest visits (or Zoom interviews) of the authors from the project. Furthermore, different book events and round tables will be organized such as a mini-festival with book events and film screenings in Zagreb. Special attention will be given to digital promotion: promotional events will be livestreamed on social media and video podcasts, promoting the project through interesting conversations, will be made. In order to bolster recognition, unique visual identity for the whole project will be created and books tackling environmental themes will be printed on eco-friendly paper.