We are taking literature beyond borders.

A powerful bridge connecting Turkish writers with the world.

The Power That Opens Words to the World

Global Representative of Literature

It brings stories to the right audience in the right language.

One of Türkiye's largest copyright agencies
KALEM AGENCY

Founded in Istanbul in 2005, the agency represents the rights of over 100 prominent Turkish authors both domestically and internationally. As of April 2023, the number of contracts it has signed to promote Turkish literature worldwide has exceeded 3,000. These contracts are not limited to widely used European languages ​​such as English and French, but also cover less commonly spoken languages ​​like Georgian and Danish.

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Kalem Agency

Kalem Agency represents Turkish authors abroad, as well as acting as the representative in Turkey for foreign agencies and publishing houses, ensuring that foreign works are published by the right publishers.

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Ayda Konez
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Ayda Konez
Edebiyat Ajanı (Çocuk - Gençlik)
Aylin Efe
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Aylin Efe
Edebiyat Ajanı (Kurgu) / ITEF Koordinatörü
Bahar Albayrak
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Bahar Albayrak
Edebiyat Ajanı (Kurgu Dışı)
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Our Areas of Expertise

Our areas of expertise encompass a wide range, from copyright management to translation and publishing consultancy. By bringing together authors, publishers, and translators, we strengthen the international circulation of literature.

Translation Services
Between Turkish and 36 different languages
All Copyright Management
Consultancy for EU Culture Programme Projects
Publishing Consultancy
International Relations
Literature Events Organization
Professional Publishing Meetings
Translation Workshops
Current Notes on Literature
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