I asked About.com Deafness forum members to recommend the best books on interpreting, and additional books on interpreting were found through research.
1. Interpreting: An Introduction
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An interpreting book recommended by an About.com visitor. Published in 1990 by the Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, this book covers among other things, the skills needed to be an interpreter, and working conditions for interpreters.
2. Sign the Speech: An Introduction to Theatrical Interpreting
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An interpreting book found through research. Published in 2000 by Butte Publications, this book assists those involved in interpreting theater by providing advice on issues such as dialogue translation and theater terminology.
3. Establishing a Freelance Interpretation Business
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An interpreting book found through research. The full title of the book is "Establishing a Freelance Interpretation Business: Professional Guidance for Sign Language Interpreters." Published in 2008 (third edition) by Butte Publications, this book is a how-to for any interpreter who wants to set up his or her own freelance interpreting business. Topics covered include certification, marketing, and regular small business advice.
4. Best Practices in Educational Interpreting
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An interpreting book recommended by an About.com visitor. This book, published in 2004 by Allyn&Bacon, provides information about interpreting in a variety of educational settings.
5. So You Want to Be an Interpreter: An Introduction to Sign Language Interpreting
An interpreting book recommended by an About.com visitor. This book, published in 2001 by H&H Publishing Company, discusses the interpreting process, interpreting ethics, and the interpreting job market. By Janice H. Humphrey & Bob J. Alcorn. This book has had multiple editions.6. Sign Language Interpreters in Court: Understanding Best Practices
An interpreting book found through research. Published in 2006 by Authorhouse and aimed at interpreters working in the legal setting, this book covers topics such as the role of a court interpreter and the function of an interpreter at the litigation table.7. Interpreting at Church: A Paradigm for Sign Language Interpreters
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An interpreting book found through research. Published in 2006 by Booksurge LLc, this book provides guidance to interpreters working (or volunteering) in churches. It also includes a religious sign language dictionary. Topics covered include ethics and dynamics of church settings, and interpreting at weddings and funerals.
