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Meet Our Authors
Auke
Hi, I'm Auke, a passionate advocate for the Frisian language with deep roots in Frisian culture. I grew up in this vibrant heritage and have dedicated myself to preserving our unique linguistic identity. It's spoken by about 500,000 people, mostly in Friesland, Netherlands. As a key contributor to Skriuwer.com, I work with others to create books that educate and inspire, helping ensure the Frisian language, recognized as an official language alongside Dutch, stays alive for future generations. My work comes from a strong belief in language as the foundation of history and belonging. I'm proud that proceeds from these books support nonprofit efforts like De Fryske Wrâld. Join me in sustaining this ancient European tongue. Let's keep Frisian thriving.
Jennifer
Jennifer Joseph is an expert in history and languages. She highlights the ties between cultures, conflicts, and communication. She earned a BA in International Relations from the University of Rochester in New York, USA, and an MA in International Law from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. This background combines strong research with simple, easy-to-read stories.
Her career includes teaching English online to Chinese students, which boosted her skills in cultural exchange. As an American living in the South of France, her broad view comes from travels starting in childhood. These trips sparked her love for uncovering hidden stories in history among diverse groups.
At Skriuwer.com, as a team member and copywriter, she has written books on history and languages. They explore forgotten times and how ideas shape societies.
Yahia
Yahia Fathy is an Egyptian author and editor living in Spain, dedicated to exploring the histories of countries, empires, and ancient civilizations through clear and thoughtful writing.
With fluency in multiple languages, he brings a broad cultural view to his work, combining solid research with careful editing to produce books that are accurate, engaging, and easy to follow. As an editor, he focuses on shaping complex ideas into straightforward narratives that readers can appreciate without effort.
Over the past year, Yahia has been active in publishing, motivated simply by his enjoyment of the process offering fresh insights into the past for those eager to learn.
Outside of his writing and editing, he spends time studying languages and cultures, finding new ways to link historical events across different societies.
History goes beyond lists of dates and facts; it reveals the key stories that have built our world. In my roles as author and editor, I aim to present these stories with precision and appeal, encouraging readers to discover the lasting impact of nations and empires on our lives today.
Preserving the Frisian Language
At Skriuwer.com, we believe that the Frisian language is more than just words—it's a living, breathing part of our heritage. But like many minority languages, it faces challenges of survival in an ever-changing world. That’s why our mission is simple yet vital: to keep the Frisian language alive and thriving for generations to come.
Every book we create, every story we tell, and every word we publish is part of a larger effort to preserve and celebrate Frisian culture. But we can’t do it alone. With your help, we can make a real difference.
How You Can Help:
- When you purchase one of our books, you’re not just adding a beautiful piece of literature to your collection—you’re directly supporting the preservation of the Frisian language. Each book helps to spread the richness of our language to more people.
- You can also contribute to this cause by learning the Frisian language through our partner site, www.learnfrisian.com.
- Donate: If you believe in our mission, you can also make a contribution to help us continue our work. Whether it’s funding new publications, supporting educational programs, or helping us reach more Frisian speakers, your donation can make a lasting impact. Just click the button below to contribute!
Together, we can ensure that the Frisian language remains a vibrant part of our world. Join us in this journey—your support today means a brighter future for our language tomorrow.