Meet Interns Erin and Sarah!

Erin Evans

I am a rising senior English major at the University of Delaware with minors in Business, Journalism, and Political Science. I have studied a variety of subjects ranging from Shakespeare and British epic poems to marketing and the design of online information. I enjoy creative writing courses on poetry and have participated as a fiction editor in the student literary magazine Caesura.

As a student considering a career in publishing, what better place to intern than one specializing in “books about books”? As a Delaware native, I have always appreciated the beauty of old New Castle, and I believe the history of the area is not only evident in Oak Knoll’s unique home, but also in the books housed within.

From the moment I walked through the door, I was in awe of the surrounding shelves of beauty and knowledge. I have gained a better understanding of the world of bookselling and publishing through my work at Oak Knoll!

Sarah Smith

I am a rising junior at the University of Delaware, majoring in English with minors in History and Linguistics. I have focused my coursework on poetry, British and American history, and English linguistics.

I began playing the violin as a child, and early on I realized that my heart belonged in two worlds: literature and music. When my family visited historical sites along the East Coast, I gravitated towards antique books. I began my own small collection of poetry, which now includes Tennyson’s works published in 1878 and an edition of Cyrano de Bergerac in French.

I arrived at Old New Castle and recalled being here as a child. Upon entering Oak Knoll for the first time, I was greeted by many books and a friendly pup. I knew then that I was in the right place. I met a remarkable family here, their chemistry creating a comfortable atmosphere for a newcomer eager to learn about the bookseller and publishing business.