Hello, I am Elisabeth.
I have been an avid reader ever since my father took me to our local library at age six. Thank you, Dad!
I am also a grammar lover and lucky to pursue my passion as an editor & proofreader for a living.
While I am still working on my French, I am bilingual in English and German; I read, write, speak, and work in all languages on a daily basis. When I am not immersed in words, I am usually surrounded by yarn and knitting. Like reading, knitting has been a lifelong passion. Actually, I have so much yarn that I sell it. You can find out more on the Wolle’s Yarn Creations website.
I live in Central Virginia where I go Scottish dancing and do yoga.
My training and qualifications:
BA in English (Stetson University)
MA in English (Old Dominion University)
Associate Professor teaching English language and literature at Florida State University & University of the Virgin Islands, St Croix
Over six years of experience working with independent authors copyediting, proofreading, formatting, and publishing book manuscripts
Extensive knowledge of publishing and advertising books on Amazon KDP (Kindle e-books and printed books)
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel and Google Docs
Vast experience writing and managing monthly email newsletters on Mailchimp and Squarespace for over 5K readers
Trained in Chicago Manual of Style
German certification as secretary (Diplom Sekretärin), a professional training that created my passion for precise texts, careful formatting, and accurate spelling (and, yes, I write German shorthand)
Successful business owner since 2009: wollesyarncreations.com