Portfolio
Our portfolio reflects successful collaborations across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, bringing world literature to Sri Lankan readers.
Translation Projects
Goodreads Lanka Solutions has established itself as a leading Sri Lankan publishing and literary rights agency with a strong international presence. Our work spans the acquisition of foreign publishing rights, translation management, and cross-cultural literary development. We collaborate closely with global publishers, literary agencies, cultural institutions, and government-supported programs to bring high-quality international literature to Sri Lankan readers.
Goodreads Lanka Solutions partners with China’s most prestigious publishing groups—including Phoenix Publishing Group, CITIC Press Group, Guangxi Normal University Press Group, Shanghai Translation Publishing House (STPH), and China Children’s Press & Publication Group (CC) and —to bring a rich and diverse selection of Chinese literature to Sri Lanka. Our translation portfolio spans children’s literature, comics, educational titles, and contemporary cultural works.
Key Chinese Projects
Guangxi Normal University Press Group
- Gerechimeg Black’s beloved comic series.
- Children’s fiction classics by Bi Shumin
Shanghai Translation Publishing House (STPH)
- History Flashback and Language Empowerment – Bilingual educational series by Stewart Lee Beck.
- Popular children’s stories Happy Boy and Happy Girl by Qin Wenjun.
China Children’s Press & Publication Group (CC China)
- Zhang Wen’s educational celebrity comic series
CITIC Press Group
- Understand the Metaverse in Half an Hour – Modern children’s non-fiction by Zhou Guobao.
- Big Data for Kids Series (1–4) by Tu Zipei & Duan Zhao.
Phoenix Publishing & Media Group
- Newly added environmental and cultural children’s “Me & Nature” series included “Village Has Changed”.
Goodreads Lanka Solutions collaborates with Turkey’s prestigious TEDA Translation and Publication Support Program to introduce powerful contemporary Turkish literature to Sri Lankan readers. With the valuable support of Kalem Agency, we successfully acquired translation rights for notable works by leading Turkish authors.
Key Turkish Projects
ZAMİR by Hakan Günday – A bold, thought-provoking literary novel exploring identity, society, and personal struggle.
Sufle by Aslı Perker – A warm and emotionally rich story that brings together strangers through food, healing, and connection.
Şanzelize Düğün Salonu by Tarık Tufan – A compelling narrative portraying urban life, loneliness, and unexpected relationships set against the backdrop of Istanbul.
Goodreads Lanka Solutions partners with the National Book Development Board (NBDB) Philippines to bring exceptional Filipino literature to Sri Lankan readers. With the valuable rights support from Ateneo de Manila University Press and 8Letters Publishing, we have expanded our translation portfolio to include award-winning novels, essays, cultural narratives, and contemporary literary works that reflect the depth and diversity of Filipino storytelling.
Key Philippines Projects
1762: A Novel – A gripping historical fiction work rooted in the British occupation of Manila, blending fact with compelling narrative.
A Pig Was Once Killed in Our Garage – A powerful and intimate collection that explores memory, place, and personal histories.
Everything is Fiction: Essays – Insightful reflections that blur the boundaries between truth and imagination.
Leadership with Fr. Ben: The Young Share Stories of Mission – Inspiring stories of service, leadership, and community impact.
The Age of Umbrage – A coming-of-age novel portraying family, identity, and urban life in modern Manila.
San Rafael (Translated Edition) – A culturally rich narrative capturing Philippine heritage and community life.
Miracles of Quiapo – A spiritual and cultural exploration of devotion, faith, and lived Filipino religious traditions
Goodreads Lanka Solutions is proud to collaborate with DGLAB (Direção-Geral do Livro, dos Arquivos e das Bibliotecas) of Portugal to introduce remarkable Portuguese literature to Sri Lankan audiences. With essential rights support from the Leya Agency, we have secured and translated a selection of acclaimed contemporary and children’s titles that reflect Portugal’s rich literary voice.
Key Portuguese Projects
Índice Médio de Felicidade by David Machado – An award-winning novel exploring resilience, optimism, and the pursuit of happiness in challenging times.
A Minha Família by António Mota & David Penela – A warm, beautifully illustrated children’s story celebrating family, connection, and everyday life.
O Aquário by João Pedro Mésseder & Célia Fernandes – A poetic and imaginative tale that blends simplicity and depth, inviting young readers to interpret the world with wonder.
Goodreads Lanka Solutions is honoured to collaborate with the Slovenian Book Agency (JAK – Javna agencija za knjigo) to bring distinguished Slovenian literature to Sri Lankan readers. With the invaluable rights support of Beletrina Publishing and Morfemplus Agency, we have introduced powerful, culturally significant works that highlight Slovenia’s rich literary tradition.
Key Slovenian Projects
In ljubezen tudi by Drago Jančar – A masterful novel by one of Slovenia’s most celebrated authors, exploring love, history, and the human condition with lyrical depth and emotional resonance.
V vrtincu črk: o deklici s skotopičnim sindromom by Aksinja Kermauner – A touching and insightful story about a young girl living with scotopic sensitivity syndrome, bringing awareness to neurodiversity through compassionate storytelling.
Goodreads Lanka Solutions is proud to collaborate with the Spotlight Programme of the Abu Dhabi Center for Arabic Language, Department of Culture and Tourism, to introduce meaningful contemporary Arabic literature to Sri Lankan readers. With essential rights support from Dar Al Rafidain Publishing, we have secured powerful works by prominent Arab authors that reflect the region’s rich cultural and literary heritage.
Key Arabic Projects
A Woman of Color by Abdullah Saleh Al-Jabouri – A compelling and emotionally resonant novel exploring identity, resilience, and the complex social realities faced by women in contemporary Arab society.
Valley of the Butterfly by Azhar Gerges S. – A beautifully crafted narrative blending symbolism, personal journey, and cultural depth, inviting readers into a world of introspection and transformation.
Our Global Publishing Partners
Goodreads Lanka collaborates with some of the world’s most respected publishing houses to bring high-quality international titles to Sri Lankan readers. Our import network includes leading global publishers and distributors, ensuring a diverse and reliable supply of bestselling fiction, nonfiction, academic works, and children’s literature. Below are some of our trusted partners from India, the UK, and beyond.
