Our Story

PublishMe was founded on the need to provide self-published authors with an affordable, and efficient entry into foreign language markets. Initially, we started out as solely a translation service provider, but quickly evolved into a hybrid translator, publisher, and book marketing agency, providing a unique approach with our services, and an all-in-one solution to authors. Our goal is to help as many authors reach as many readers as possible around the world, and make a living from their passion. In short, you do the writing, we do the rest.

PublishMe was founded by Michail Kollewijn and Valentina Foppa, two veteran translators and proofreaders, when they saw time and time again, how difficult it was for self-published authors to successfully translate and publish their works. After seeing the disheartening results of bad translations, high-priced entry barriers with commercial service providers, and continuous no’s from traditional publishers, they decided to offer an alternative with a unique approach. PublishMe quickly evolved from a translation service provider to a hybrid translator, publisher, and book marketing agency, providing a simple, affordable solution to authors. In many ways, we face the same challenges as authors, as our business model is closely aligned with theirs, making us the ideal partner for anyone wishing to expand their readership. We only grow by helping authors grow, which is the most rewarding aspect of our day to day.