Christine M. Grimm, M.F.A. ATA Accredited Translator for German > English
Grimm’s Translations Postfach 101903 78914 Constance, Germany
German Cell: 0049-(0)160-1578421 Swiss Cell: 0041-(0)79-5529447
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Translator for German > English: *Owner of Grimm’s Translations (1983 – present) and translator for German > English books and texts, as well as interpreter, editor, ESL teacher/trainer, and speaker for ESL cassettes (Spotlight Magazine, Munich). German > English < German interpretation work for international businesses and politicians. Translation clients have included the Bavarian State Government, GEMA, BMW, Lufthansa, Montblanc, Acoustic Music Records, and publishers in the USA, Switzerland, and Germany. (Please see below for list of more than 70 translated and/or edited books.) Employ own proofreader to ensure top-quality work and enable a higher output.
Areas of Specialization: Ad copy, alternative health, art, astrology, beauty care, books, brochures, CD booklets, cinema, drama, esoteric practices, fashion, fiction, film/TV, gemstones, general correspondence, healing remedies, holistic health, literature, marketing, menus, metaphysics, music, New Age, newspaper & magazine articles, nutrition, poetry, press releases, public relations, product catalogs, psychology, psychotherapy, opera libretti, qi gong, Reiki, religion, screenplays, scripts, self-help, song lyrics, speeches, spirituality, tarot, theater, tourism, travel, and yoga.
Client Responses: *”I have worked with Ms. Grimm for more than 20 years on a regular basis. She is reliable and fast! I look forward to continuing the efficient and pleasant collaboration.” Aurora Prudentino, AP Übersetzungen, Hamburg *”Ich danke sehr herzlich für die sorgfältige und aus meiner Sicht recht überzeugende Übersetzungsarbeit!” Michael Hinterdobler, Ministerialrat, Bayerische Staatskanzlei (Translation: I would like to thank you very much for the thorough and, in my opinion, very convincing translation work!” Michael Hinterdobler, Assistant Secretary, Bavarian State Chancellery) *”Vielen Dank für die schnelle GEMA-Arbeit (Herr Nicklas war sehr zufrieden!)” Brigitte Marcolla, Marcolla-Robert Übersetzungen (Translation: “Thank you very much for the fast GEMA work (Mr. Nicklas was very pleased!)” Brigitte Marcolla, Marcolla-Robert Translations *”Die Übersetzung war hervorragend. Ich möchte mich an dieser Stelle bei Ihnen und Frau Grimm herzlich auch für die schnelle Bearbeitung bedanken.” M. Blagonic, Kundin von Marcolla-Robert Übersetzungen (Translation: “The translation was excellent. I would also like to thank you and Ms. Grimm at this point for the quick completion.” M. Blagonic, client of Marcolla-Robert Translations) *”I am very satisfied with the quality of your work and will definitely work with you again. After several very disappointing experiences with ProZ ‘translators,’ I am really happy to have met a truly professional colleague!” Rita Schmit, Luxembourg (Translation: “Ich bin mit der Qualität Ihrer Arbeit sehr zufrieden und arbeite bestimmt wieder mit Ihnen. Nach ein paar sehr enttäuschenden Erfahrungen mit ProZ ‘Übersetzern,’ bin ich sehr froh auf eine wirklich professionelle Kollegin zu treffen!” Rita Schmit, Luxembourg)
General Rates (based on word count of original document): Up to 1000 words: CHF .13/word 1000 – 10,000 words: CHF .12/word 10,000 words or more: CHF .11/word Books: please request quote Rush order: + 25% Song lyrics and ad texts: CHF 1/word Editing: CHF 50/hour Interpreting: CHF 100/hour (2-hour minimum) + expenses
Education and Qualifications: *Active Member of the American Translators Association *SDI (Language & Interpreter Institute), Munich. German Language Exam, 1983. (Very Good) *University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Master of Fine Arts in Theater Arts, 1976. (Cum Laude) *California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks/CA. Bachelor of Arts in English, 1974. (Cum Laude)
Key Skills: *Perfect English writing and speaking skills. *Fluent in written and spoken German. *Computer skills in Microsoft Word and related programs. *Déjà Vu CAT system
BOOKS TRANSLATED FROM GERMAN INTO ENGLISH OR EDITED BY CHRISTINE M. GRIMM, M.F.A.
Fiction: The Bridge (short story) by Franz Kafka, Amazon Crossing, 2012. Etruria: The Forgotten People by J. M. Wanageeska, Wagner Verlag, 2012. The Beautiful Simonetta (short story) by Therese Rie, Amazon Crossing, 2012. Swimming with Sharks by Nele Neuhaus, Amazon Crossing, 2012. The Young Mother (short story) by Stefan Milow, Amazon Crossing, 2012.
Non-Fiction: And Suddenly a Door Opens: NVC Success Stories by Ingrid Holler (Editor), Junfermann Verlag, 2014. Archangels and Earthangels by P. Schneider & G. Pieroth, Lotus Light, 2000. Archetypal Chakras by Arnold Bittlinger, S. Weiser, 2001. Aromatherapy for Beauty, Hair & Skin Care by Erich Keller, Inner Traditions, 1991. The Aura Healing Book by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1998. Barley Grass Juice by Barbara Simonsohn, Lotus Light, 2001. Basic Yoga for Everybody by Gertrud Hirschi, S. Weiser, 1998. The Big Book of Reiki Symbols by M. Hosak & W. Lubeck, Lotus Press, 2005. The Big Feng Shui Health Book by W. Gerstung & J. Mehlhase, Lotus Light, 1999. The Chakra Energy Card Book by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 2002. The Crowley Tarot by Hajo Banzhaf & Akron, U.S. Games, 1995. Dalai Lama – Path of Wisdom, Path of Peace by F. v. Schoenborn, Crossroads, 2006. Delicious Days Cookbook by Nicole Stich, Graefe & Unzer, 2008. The Essence of Gemstones by Renate Sperling, Bluestar, 1995. Feng Shui Objects of Good Fortune by Brigitte Gaertner, Lotus Light, 2000. Facereading Flashcards: Illness and Deficiency by Dr. Philipp Katumba & Eric Standop, Dickemann Verlag, 2015. Facereading Flashcards: Personality and Character by Eric Standop, Dickemann Verlag, 2014. Freedom in Pain by Peter and Iris Tamme, Books on Demand, 2012. Gemstone Power Mediation by Ursula Klinger-Omenka, Lotus Light, 1997. Gemstone Tarot by Helmut Hofmann, Hugendubel, 1996. The Healing Power of Black Cumin by Sylvia Leutjohann, Lotus Light, 1997. The Healing Power of Grapefruit Seed by S. Sharamon & B. Baginski, Lotus Light, 1996. Healing with Pau D’Arco Tea by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1997. Healthy with Tachyon by Andreas Jell, Lotus Light, 1999. Heart-Aches by Dr. Rudiger Dahlke, Bluestar, 1997. The Heart of Homeopathy by Ruth Raspe, Narayana Verlag, 2013. Homeopathy for Radioactivity by Rosina Sonnenschmidt, Narayana Verlag, 2013. Incense and Incense Rituals by Thomas Kinkele, Lotus Light, 2003. The Juice Therapy Book by Rosina Sonnenschmidt, Narayana Verlag, 2014. Key Words for Astrology by Hajo Banzhaf & Anna Haebler, S. Weiser, 1997. Key Words for the Crowley Tarot Deck by Hajo Banzhaf & B. Theler, S. Weiser, 1999. L-Carnitine: A Very Special Fitness Substance by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1999. Leben Heisst Lieben (translated into German) by Chris Griscom, Goldmann, 1990. Lightbeings Master Essences by P. Schneider & G. Pieroth, Lotus Light, 1997. Light-Channel Healing by Trudi Thali, Lotus Light, 2005. Mudras by Gertrud Hirschi, S. Weiser, 1999. Organ – Conflict – Cure Series (12 volumes) by Rosina Sonnenschmidt, Narayana Verlag, 2010-2013. Original Reiki Handbook of Dr. Mikao Usui by F.A. Petter, Lotus Light, 1999. Padma by Gabriele Feyerer, Lotus Light, 2003. Papaya: Healing with the Wonder Fruit by Barbara Simonsohn, Lotus Light, 2001. The Pendulum Healing Handbook by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1997. Qi Gong Energy Healing by G. Yun & B. Yin, Lotus Light, 2001. Rainbow Reiki by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1997. Reiki – Best Practices (chapters by Lubeck) by W. Lubeck, F.A. Petter, & W. Rand, Lotus Press, 2001. Reiki Systems of the World by Oliver Klatt, Lotus Press, 2005. Reiki – The Legacy of Dr. Usui by F.A. Petter, Lotus Light, 1998. Reiki – Way of the Heart by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1996. Reiki with Gemstones by Ursula Klinger-Omenka, Lotus Light, 1997. Secrets of Love and Partnership by Hajo Banzhaf & Brigitte Theler, S. Weiser, 1998. The Secrets of Loving Touch by Frank Benedikter, Lotus Light, 1996. The Sound of Cooking by Irmgard Woehrl, Colorama Verlag, 2007. The Spirit of Reiki (chapters by Lubeck) by W. Lubeck, F.A. Petter, & W. Rand, Lotus Press, 2001. Strong and Healthy Back by Johannes-H. Heilmann, Barnes & Noble, 2006. Taoist Bedroom Secrets by Chian Zettnersan, Lotus Light, 2001. The Tao of Money by Walter Lubeck, Lotus Light, 1999. Tarot and the Journey of the Hero by Hajo Banzhaf, S. Weiser, 1999. The Tarot Handbook by Hajo Banzhaf, U.S. Games, 1993. The Tarot of Love by W. v. Rohr & G. Winter, U.S. Games, 1991. The Tarot of Trance by Eva Maria Nitsche, U.S. Games, 1998. The Tibetan Healing Handbook by Thomas Dunkenberger, Lotus Light, 2000. Tibetan Power Yoga by Jutta Mattausch, Lotus Light, 1997.
Other: The Ankh (computer game subtitles) by bhv Software, 2006. Galileo 3 Astrology Software by Anita Cortesi, Paessler Software, 1998. Horoscopes for astro.ch website, Astrodienst, 2013-2015. In the Year of the Dog (film subtitles) by Ursula Scheid, 2008. La Habanera (film subtitles) by Douglas Sirk, 2003. Nelles Guides to Morocco, New Zealand, Paris, and Turkey (translator or editor), 1992-1993. Spiritual Hypnosis website (www.spirituelle-hypnose.net) by Markus Lehnert, 2014.