Federica Maiorino is an Italian literary translator and localization specialist working at the intersection of language, storytelling, and market adaptation, helping authors bring their work into the Italian market with natural, reader-focused translations that preserve voice, tone, and emotional impact.
Ms. Maiorino's approach goes beyond direct translation: she focuses on how stories are received by contemporary Italian readers, particularly within BookTok-driven genres and commercial fiction trends. This includes adapting narrative rhythm, cultural references, and stylistic elements to ensure the book feels originally written for its target audience.
ATA Member and CEO of MoonLit Studios, Ms. Maiorino works with authors and publishers to position titles effectively within the Italian market, combining linguistic expertise with a strong awareness of genre expectations and reader behavior.
Her goal is to ensure that each story not only translates into Italian but also truly resonates with Italian readers.