Welcome
I'm Robin Van Auken, a consultant specializing in historical, editorial and literary topics. I help my clients preserve, present and profit from their most distinctive asset: their history. From heritage projects and exhibits, to Internet sites, books and oral histories, to anniversary master plans, and more, I assist others as they unlock the hidden value of their past. As an editorial specialist, I assist in many stages of creative development and promotion. I enjoy working with individuals, non-profit organizations, schools, colleges, private companies and municipalities to develop public and personal histories and projects. Please explore this Web site and if you are interested in my services, please don't hesitate to contact me.
My professional memberships include:
- Register of Professional Archaeologists
- Society for Historical Archaeology
- Society for PA Archaeology
- Northcentral Chapter 8 SPA
- Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology
- American Assoc. State, Local History
Editorial Services
Editorial assistance is available for municipalities, companies, non-profits and individuals who wish to develop public and personal histories, reports, presentations or articles. I have the experience to help you with a variety of projects, including grant writing and most aspects of book development and production. Web design and maintenance also is available.
Historical Research
Offering a range of historical and editorial services, I work with clients to create a variety of products including exhibits, promotional booklets, historical time lines, Internet sites and exhibits. I can help you tell your story in the format that suits you while adhering to the highest standards of historical practice. Other services include archival researches, investigating census records and other documents, and interviewing people about their knowledge of the past (oral history).
Public Archaeology
Specializing in promoting archaeology and preservation, my small, woman-owned company works with archaeologists in the areas of research, writing and editing technical archaeological monographs, managing publications and producing reports, organizing and producing written documents as both Web-based and traditional publications. I have the experience to produce a final product, or work with a professional publisher.
Browse Books
Historical non-fiction is my area of concentration, both as an author and an editor. To date, I have published ten books. Perhaps you require a specialist to chronicle and illustrate your company's story for publication. I provide guidance for new or existing book projects.
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