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title: Fortress Press Blog | Yvonne D. Hawkins
description: Yvonne D. Hawkins, MDiv, MAPC, is an acquisitions editor at Fortress Press. She also is a pastoral counselor and theologian, certified professional coach, and ordained clergywoman. Yvonne holds a bachelor of science in journalism from Northwestern University, master of divinity from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, and master of pastoral counseling from Loyola University Chicago. Yvonne is completing her doctoral studies at Garrett-Evangelical in pastoral theology, personality, and culture. Yvonne is a native of Omaha, Nebraska, who currently lives in Chicago. She enjoys walks on the beach along Lake Michigan’s shoreline, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family and friends.
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### [Meet the Fortress Press Team: Yvonne D. Hawkins, Acquisitions Editor](https://blog.fortresspress.com/meet-the-fortress-press-team-yvonne-d.-hawkins-acquisitions-editor)

 By [**Yvonne D. Hawkins**](https://blog.fortresspress.com/author/yvonne-d-hawkins) August 15, 2022

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