About Me

Hi there! I’m Elizabeth Adams—a multitasking, book-loving, creative dynamo. I wear many hats: full-time author, mom, wife, and proud resident of the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. My life revolves around stories, and my love for romance has fueled a lifelong passion for reading (I devour 300–400 books a year!).

My Journey as an Author

I began my publishing career in 2011 as a traditionally published Christian fiction writer. Over the years, I followed my heart into the realms of romance, exploring erotica, dark romance, and fantasy genres. Writing has always been my anchor, but my curiosity and love of learning have led me to expand my skillset in other areas.

My Professional Experience

I’ve pursued formal training and certifications to sharpen my skills:

  • Editing Certifications: Copy/line and developmental editing (Knowadays Academy)
  • SEO Expertise: Certified SEO user with hands-on experience freelancing for Appen in their SEO department
  • Social Media Mastery: I’ve taken TikTok, hook, and content courses through Coursera, Allison, UNC, and my local college.

I’ve also immersed myself in some of the best industry practices:

  • Alyne Digital (Kate Hall): TikTok methodology for authors and businesses
  • Bobby Kim’s Strategies: Member of his group and a dedicated reader of his teachings
  • David Gaughran’s Methods: Leveraging his insights to drive content success

With 10+ years of freelance experience under my belt, I’ve worked with authors to craft compelling hooks, optimize SEO, and design content that engages readers and boosts visibility.

Why Work With Me?

 

Here’s the deal:

  • Experience that Matters: I’ve helped dozens of authors elevate their social media presence and connect with their readers.
  • Honest Communication: If I can help you, I’ll give it my all. If I can’t, I’ll be upfront about it. I value your time as much as my own. My family is always my top priority, so I may take 24-48 hours to get back with you, but as long as you stay communicative with me - I'll be communicative with you.  I recommend a 90 day trial, before really making a decision on whether or not an account is successful. Sometimes it may take that long just to get an account to returning an excellent ROI especially when you are paying someone else (me) to run the account for you. I will work with you, and we will adjust our strategy for YOUR account as much as it takes to get our goals met!
  • Collaborative Support: My goal is to make marketing feel less overwhelming and more accessible, so you can focus on what you do best—writing incredible stories, while also growing your community, building your readership, and drawing in page reads/sells for you.
  • Reliability: I'm not going to lie to you, or sugar coat things. In reality social media is a fickle creature. For some it works, for others - it's extremely difficult to get off the ground. Certain genres preform better, and there is nothing I can do about that. All I can do, is try my absolute best to help you - and your amazing books preform! I will not sell you a $1500 service and guarantee a result, there is no such thing! I cannot guarantee results. However, I can guarantee that *I* will put my best foot forward for you, and *I* will tell you if I don't see it working. The genre's that are "hot" right now on social media are whychoose, knotty, omegaverse, MM, Dark Romance, and some subgenres of Contemporary. What is not preforming as well are historical romance, small town, and most m/f pairings that have none of the top preforming subgenres. That doesn't mean it "WILL NOT" work, it just means its not as easy and will require extra effort on our part to find what will work for you and your brand the best!



Why I Do What I Do

At the core of everything I offer is creativity, analysis, and a love for storytelling. Whether it’s pulling the perfect hook, designing graphics, fine-tuning SEO, or crafting a captivating narrative, my goal is to make marketing feel accessible and empowering for authors.  Indie authors often face steep costs at every turn. My goal is to deliver high-quality, affordable solutions tailored for the most determined and passionate authors.

When I’m not immersed in bookish pursuits, you’ll find me in the great outdoors, hiking and soaking up the peace and inspiration nature brings.

Let’s work together to turn your stories into reader magnets!

 

Preferred Genres/Tropes

While I will work with multiple genres/tropes - even those that I do not consider to be in my area of expertise, these are the ones I ultimately prefer!

* DARK ROMANCE
* REGENCY
* HISTORICAL ROMANCE
* CONTEMPORARY ROMANCE
* MM ROMANCE
* WHY CHOOSE
* OMEGAVERSE
* ACTION FANTASY

* FATED MATES

* REJECTED MATES

* SHIFTER ROMANCE

* PARANORMAL ROMANCE
* STEAMY ROMANCE
* ROMANTASY
* EROTIC HORROR
* HORROR
* PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER
* MYSTERY

* COZY MYSTERY

* CLOSED DOOR
* MEMOIR

* NON-FICTION MEDICAL FIELD

* NON-FICTION BIOLOGY

Mission Statement

At Chrysanthemum Bookish, my mission is to empower indie authors with affordable, strategic, and results-driven marketing support. As an indie author myself, I understand the challenges of navigating a saturated market and the high costs often associated with professional help. That’s why I’ve built Chrysanthemum around the core values of accessibility, adaptability, and authenticity.

As a woman-owned business led by a young wife and mother, Chrysanthemum Bookish is rooted in resilience, creativity, and a deep understanding of what it means to build something meaningful from the ground up—often while juggling many roles. I’m committed to continuously growing, learning, and expanding the value I bring to every client—from seasoned authors seeking a sharper edge to newcomers just beginning their journey.

Unlike traditional author assistants who focus on general tasks, my services go far beyond. At Chrysanthemum, the focus is on marketability, traction, and growth—leveraging SEO, sales strategy, and my love for solving marketing puzzles to help you build a lasting fanbase and strong ROI.

Whether you’re launching your first book or scaling your author brand, Chrysanthemum Bookish offers personalized support with purpose—so you can spend less time worrying about visibility and more time doing what you love: writing.