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Hi Pamela, Last month I had the same problem, I was asked for a 4000 words test. I posted a topic in the french forum ("doute sur un test de traduction"), and all the translators who work in the literary field told me 4000 words tests were absolutely normal. 300 or 500 words tests are ok for technical translation, but not for a novel. I finally sent the test (and have no news from the publisher, but it is another story!). I personnally considered it as an investment. ... See more
Hi Pamela, Last month I had the same problem, I was asked for a 4000 words test. I posted a topic in the french forum ("doute sur un test de traduction"), and all the translators who work in the literary field told me 4000 words tests were absolutely normal. 300 or 500 words tests are ok for technical translation, but not for a novel. I finally sent the test (and have no news from the publisher, but it is another story!). I personnally considered it as an investment. I know you already refused to do the test, but maybe my opinion will help if you are asked for another one.
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