The National Writers’ Conference is EWF’s centrepiece weekend of conversations and workshops on craft, publishing and the literary sector at large. Boasting both emerging and veteran authors, as well as the finest hands of the industry, NWC is for every writer, wherever you are in your journey. Tellwell Publishing Consultant, Ashleigh, is sitting on a panel on September 12th. Learn more about this panel, here.
A yearly Literary Arts Festival in Fredericton, NB showcasing authors, vendors, readings, workshops, panel discussions and guest appearances that closes the event off with a spectacular Fantasy Ball.
The Word On The Street is a national celebration of reading, writing, and literacy. Each year, over 100,000 book lovers attend to view workshops, meet authors, and shop bookish merch and the best selection of books and magazines in Canada. Tellwell will have a booth at the event this year featuring a selection of indie authors. We hope to see you there!
Local Workshops
Our publishing consultants are hitting the pavement to connect with aspiring authors! Check out our upcoming in-person workshops here.
We are excited to be joined by a select number of authors for this year’s Word on the Street Festival in Toronto, September 26 & 27th. See which authors you can expect to see, below!
Dr. Devina Wadhwa
Dr. Devina Wadhwa, BSC(Pharm), MD, FRCPC, is a psychiatrist, writer, educator and photographer whose work explores grief, meaning, and the quiet ways loss reshapes how we live and love. Her perspective has been shaped by years of caring for others across different stages of her life and training, deepening her understanding of how the mind, body, and nervous system carry experience long before it can be put into words.
Author of What Lives Through Loss
MaryEllen Breckenridge
Mary Ellen Breckenridge, BDSc, is a spiritual teacher, Akashic Records practitioner, and pioneer in holistic dental care. With a background in human sciences and decades of experience in healthcare, her personal journey through loss, relationships, and spiritual awakening led her to explore the deeper patterns shaping human experience. Through her work with the Akashic Records, she now helps others gain clarity about the unseen agreements influencing their lives.
Joanne Kimm is an avid writer, book reader and actor. She has always loved being around animals, and often had dogs, cats, birds and fish growing up. A military brat, Joanne grew up moving a lot, thus inspiring her love of travel. Her writing reflects the many people, places and things she has met over the years.
Julie Grabowski-McGowan is 63 years old and a recent graduate of the Honours Bachelor of Commerce Program at Lakehead University, majoring in general management and minoring in accounting. Julie and her husband Brent have custody of and raise their granddaughter Delilah. The Princess Delilah story idea started with Delilah and her Papa Brent making up stories before her bedtime.
After spending half her life in Montréal, Marielle de Vassoigne moved to Vancouver during the pandemic in January of 2021.
Just like her main character Maxime, she was born in France and grew up in Martinique, a French Caribbean Island, before moving in Canada.
An organic writer, she’s publishing her first novel, which is an outcome from her many experiences. The story has been influenced by her core belief—that a rich life is filled with kindness, curiosity, and exploration—as well as values of diversity and inclusion.
Author of Kiki Coto, a genre blending action adventure that explores justice, spirituality, life beyond the physical realm, and the unseen forces that shape the human experience.
Beatrice Mercuriano and her husband are proud parents of three girls and one miniature poodle. Upon graduating from the University of Toronto, Beatrice spent some time substitute teaching, as well as many years teaching dance to students of all ages. She enjoys interacting with the public…and walking her dog!
Author of Dancing Through Diagnosis, Tammy shares her personal journey with warmth, energy, and resilience.
Through her work with youth and people of all abilities, she encourages others to navigate life’s unexpected challenges with courage, movement, and positivity.
Jackson’s mommy, otherwise known as Tina Macpherson, is a very proud and dedicated Autism parent, who feels blessed every day that Jackson calls her Mommy.
Tina is presently a professional working in educational support for a large Canadian university. She lives in Ontario with her husband, mother, Jackson, and a very precocious tabby.
In 2012 she was a single mother, and at age 2 she was advised that her beautiful son was in need of an assessment as he was not meeting all of his milestones. Upon learning that her son was on the ASD/Neuro-Diversity spectrum, she jumped in with both feet and eyes open to begin learning what she needed to do to support her son.
Today, she continues to educate herself to ensure that Jackson receives the best support and continues to grow and succeed the way only Jackson can.
Maurice E. Jones is a certified chef, poet, and writer born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, by a single parent. He is a product of the Detroit public school system. After watching his mother cook dinner as a kid, she inspired him to become a chef. Maurice has worked at some of the finest hotels and restaurants throughout Metro Detroit.
Always having a love of reading, Maurice started writing poetry, short stories, and children’s stories as a teenager. His poem “Gratitude” was published in Collected Whispers, by the International Library of Poetry, and he was recognized for Outstanding Achievement in Poetry by the International Society of Poets in 2008.
Passionate about giving back to the community, Maurice supports Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer, HUB-Horizons Upward Bound, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Veterans Hospital of Michigan, and several other causes. Maurice is also a member of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and the Greater St. Mark Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan.
Elizabeth Evans
Elizabeth Evans is a writer and believer who shares her journey of faith, healing, and restoration through honest reflections that invite others to seek God’s peace and grace.
Drawing from her own experiences of trauma, renewal, and rediscovery, she hopes to help others find hope and healing through the love of Jesus Christ. Her heart’s desire is that everyone who reads her story will come to know God in their own lives and learn that no one is ever too far gone for God’s mercy, and that His love truly makes all things new.
Elizabeth gives all the glory and thanks to God for His faithfulness, guidance, and endless grace in every part of her story.
Leah Danis
A lifelong reader with a love of imaginative stories, Leah brings curiosity, adventure, and a sense of wonder to her writing.
Author of Anjali and Isa Go Somewhere. Learn more by visiting: leahdaniswrites.com
Geoffrey Stone
For most of his life, Geoff Stone has been grappling with a few of the deepest mysteries that reality has presented humanity with. His interests were first sparked as a student of philosophy, after having been introduced to the strange observer-dependent behaviour of both quantum objects and the speed of light. Inside academia, he covered metaphysics and psychophysics, but it wasn’t until after leaving academia that he decided to wade deeper into the unsolved problems of theoretical physics.
Flow Flex Scale is Jennifer Britton’s eighth book, shaped by more than two decades of conversations with solopreneurs, small and medium sized businesses, and corporations, as a coach, consultant and mentor. Jennifer Britton is a pioneer in group and team coaching, a bestselling business author, and the founder of Potentials Realized, an award-winning global coaching and leadership development company she founded and has led since 2004.
Jennifer is the author of eight books, including Effective Group Coaching (Wiley, 2009) which helped define the field, and From One to Many: Best Practices for Team and Group Coaching (Jossey-Bass, 2013), Effective Virtual Conversations (2017), Coaching Business Builder (2018), and her latest Reconnecting Workspaces series.
Nataly Restokian
Rated among the top 15 life and wellness coaches in Quebec, Canada, by Influence Digest in 2021, Nataly Restokian is the award-winning author of Masks and is working on her third novel.
She has over two decades of professional expertise in journalism and television. She has established herself as an actress and host of live television programs in Lebanon and the Arab world.
October 2021 marked a significant milestone in Nataly’s life as she embraced Christianity. Since then, she has embarked on a dedicated journey of scriptural studies under the guidance of renowned theologians, a testament to her deep spiritual connection and unwavering dedication.
Tzophia DeSantis is a natural-born teacher. She is deeply passionate about motivating and inspiring others by planting seeds of wisdom and positivity. Her writing is driven by purpose, meaning, and the desire to tell stories that leave a lasting impression. Each word is crafted with faith, hope and love, aiming to be beacons of light that touch hearts and forge meaningful connections.
A Journey Through Huntington’s Disease with Hope, Resilience, and Love
This month, we’re featuring author Corinne Brown, whose memoir Me, Mom & the Monster shares an honest and deeply personal look at caregiving, family, and living alongside Huntington’s disease. The book has earned five-star reviews from both IndieReader and Reader Views, a notable achievement that reflects its emotional impact and authenticity. In this Q&A, Corinne reflects on what inspired her to tell her family’s story, the challenges of writing such a personal book, and the hope that carried her through it all.
The story found me when the time was right.
Corinne Brown
What inspired you to write Me, Mom & the Monster, and why did you feel now was the right time to tell your family’s story?
Naturally, the inspiration came from my mother, Mae. She lived with Huntington’s disease for almost 25 years, but she didn’t live it alone. Huntington’s disease is a family affair, particularly since it is genetic and the offspring of a gene-positive parent has a 50 percent chance of inheriting the disease. When I was 10 years old I told my Grade 4 teacher that I was going to write books when I grew up, but never in a million years would I have predicted it would be about Huntington’s disease, and especially not about something so deeply personal. I could not have written this story while I was in the throes of Huntington’s disease; I simply didn’t have the emotional or mental capacity to process what I was feeling. I was apprehensive about immersing myself back into the pain of my experience with the disease, but it quickly became apparent that what was inside me needed an outlet. I like to say the story found me when the time was right.
Your memoir is remarkably honest about feelings of anger, helplessness, and grief. Was it difficult to be so vulnerable on the page, and what do you hope readers take away from that honesty?
Without a doubt, this was the most difficult thing I have ever done. I am a private, introverted type of person, so sharing something so profoundly personal was a huge step outside my comfort zone. The first few days after the book was published, I was extremely emotional. Along with the relief that this three-and-a-half-year writing project was completed, I also felt completely exposed and more vulnerable than at any other time in my life. I wrote the book, worked through the edits, and signed off on the final copy, but I didn’t anticipate that people would read it! Once I started receiving some feedback, I felt I could exhale a little. Now that our story is out there, I wouldn’t have changed a thing.
I hope by sharing my vulnerabilities, and my innermost thoughts and feelings, that others may feel less alone in their experience with any life-altering disease.
Caregiving can take a tremendous emotional toll. Looking back, what advice would you offer to others who are caring for a loved one with Huntington’s disease or another progressive illness?
I am not comfortable nor qualified to give advice. What I did do in this book was to showcase the tremendous toll that caregiving can have on families and what my experience was. I was happy to do my part in our family for our mom, and as much as I struggled with her move into a long-term care facility, what that did allow for me was the chance to be her daughter again. For me, if I have to say something that may have made it better, it would be to be more open about how I felt and to seek counselling earlier than I did. Keeping all that anger and feelings of helplessness and guilt inside me was not the right move, but it was what I did. I recognize that now, but didn’t at the time. Writing this book has offered me a soothing balm for my wounded soul, too. Writing was something I always loved and was what I studied in post-secondary school, so returning to that was like coming home for me.
One of the book’s central themes is hope, even in the face of unimaginable hardship. Where did you find hope during your mother’s 25-year journey, and how has it shaped your life today?
Without hope, what is there? In the face of Huntington’s disease and other life-altering diseases, hope gives us something positive to hold on to. For me, my heavy emotional baggage included rage, guilt, helplessness, and despair, to name a few, but I always made room for hope. I needed to grasp something to help keep me afloat. I was always a glass-half-full kind of person, and I lost that a bit throughout my experience with Huntington’s, but it never completely disappeared. When I looked at my mother and thought of other Huntington’s patients and families around the world, how could I possibly not have hope? A treatment didn’t arrive in time for my mom, but I feel we’re closer than ever to having that momentous breakthrough. Some of the best and brightest minds in the world continue to work tirelessly towards a treatment, refusing to give up. If they’re not giving up, then how could I possibly give up hope?
My life has undoubtedly been shaped by my experience with Huntington’s disease. How could it not? I lived it with my mom for almost a quarter of a century, most of my adult life. It was just how it was, part of our family mosaic. Once my mom died, even though I was still at risk of inheriting the disease, I naively thought our time with Huntington’s was over. However, like Huntington’s does, it had other plans, and this story of Me, Mom & the Monster needed to be told. This is part of my life purpose: educating and bringing awareness to this rare disease through my writing. Hope? Yes, that will never leave me.
If readers could take away one message from Me, Mom & the Monster, whether they have been touched by Huntington’s disease or not, what would you hope stays with them long after they finish the book?
That life really is a beautiful gift, and the simplest of things brings the greatest pleasures.
What did you learn about the publishing process while working with Tellwell? Do you have a tip for first-time authors?
I knew a bit about the publishing industry through my journalism career and my involvement with writing groups. I knew enough that publishing wasn’t something I wanted to tackle on my own. My strength lies in writing, not in the details of publishing. I had diligently worked on the manuscript for more than three years, and I was proud of the work I had done on my own and with professional editors. It was important to me to have a polished product, something I would continue to be proud of in the years to come.
Advice for first-time authors? Never give up, stay true to what it is you want to write, never lose sight of your vision. Someone said to me, “You have a gift and you’re responsible for sharing it with the world.” So, for every writer out there, remember that. Your story, your voice. There’s a place for that in literature.
You can get a copy of Corinne’s critically acclaimed book on Amazon.
This July, we’re introducing JM Vertudazo, Tellwell’s new post-publication manager.
From overseeing distribution, printing, and audiobook production to ensuring every book reaches readers smoothly after publication, JM works behind the scenes to support authors long after their books are released.
Get to know JM as she shares more about her role, her passion for helping authors succeed, and what goes into the post-publication journey.
Can you tell us a little about yourself and what you do here at Tellwell?
I’m JM Vertudazo, and I’m so excited to connect with you all. I live in Mindanao, located in the beautiful southern part of the Philippines. It is a vibrant melting pot of rich traditions, seamlessly blending Maranao, Christian, and Lumad (Indigenous) cultures. Ever since I was young, I dreamed of being a teacher. I used to gather my friends under our hut house and pretend to teach them, using a stick as a pointer on a makeshift classroom board covered in handwritten letters. This dream led me to study an Education major in Literature, which sparked my lifelong appreciation for great stories. I am a huge cat lover and enjoy staying active by going for walks. I’m also always up for a spontaneous road trip—whether that means driving out into nature or heading down to the beach or river, I find the adventure incredibly exciting!
My primary focus at Tellwell is leading the end-to-end delivery of all post-publication services, ensuring the seamless execution of our audiobook, distribution, and printing operations. A typical day for me involves overseeing operational workflows of the three departments, coordinating with print vendors, distribution channels, and monitoring service quality and turnaround times to guarantee author success. I help refine our processes, scale our operations, and ultimately deliver an exceptional, high-quality experience for all of our authors.
July was a month of momentum, with stories gaining visibility and connecting with readers in new ways. Through features and reviews, authors continued to build their presence and reach wider audiences. Together, let’s celebrate those highlights and the success behind them!
These moments go beyond milestones. They show stories finding the right readers and making a real connection. Each feature and review adds to that journey, helping a book grow and reach even further.
Publicity
Recently featured in a Patch article, author Martin Jarvis shines a light on one of those overlooked stories through his novel The Other Bach: The Mysterious Magdalena Wilcke. The book revisits Magdalena Wilcke, Johann Sebastian Bach’s second wife, reimagining her not just as a supporting figure, but as a skilled musician who may have played a far greater role than history suggests.
Blending research with imagination, Jarvis explores the gaps in history—reminding us that some stories are still waiting to be fully heard.
Featured in KidlioMag’s July issue, Millian Lloyd Jones shares the heart behind Milli and Max: An ABC Adventure Under the Sea—a story shaped by her deep connection to the ocean.
Born in Fiji and now based in Australia, Millian draws from her island roots to create a world where two young sea turtles, Milli and Max, guide readers through an underwater alphabet adventure. Along the way, children meet a colourful cast of sea creatures, brought to life through playful storytelling and vibrant imagery.
At its core, the book is more than just an ABC journey. It’s a reflection of Millian’s love for the sea and her hope to inspire young readers to appreciate and care for the life within it.
Review
Earning a five-star review from Reader Views, Me, Mom & the Monster: Our Dance Through Huntington’s Disease by Corinne Brown offers a raw and intimate look at a daughter’s experience supporting her mother through illness.
Balancing grief with moments of tenderness, the memoir highlights the strength of their bond and the resilience it takes to face something so life-altering.
It’s a history continually written in the present moment. At the same time, it’s a memoir of supreme courage, extraordinary devotion, and overwhelming love.
-Reader Views Book Review
Featured in a Kiddable book review, Wanda the Witch and the Broom That Went Zoom! by Dana Ginnett brings young readers into a whimsical world filled with magic, imagination, and heart.
The story follows Wanda Wayble, a talented witch fashion designer who learns that embracing her unique qualities is what makes her truly special. Through Wanda’s journey, readers discover an uplifting message about appreciating their talents, accepting imperfections, and believing in themselves.
Ginnett’s rhyming text flows smoothly and is well-suited for read-aloud sessions, while the colorful cast of witches, magical mishaps, and playful details keep the pages engaging.
This July, we’re bringing together a selection of reads that go beyond the surface. From personal journeys to thought-provoking topics, this month’s giveaway is all about discovering stories that stay with you. It’s a quiet invitation to read with intention this summer.
Looking for your next favourite read?
“The results of your predictive testing are here, and they show that you did inherit the gene for Huntington’s disease.”
Those words, delivered by the neurologist to 57-year-old Mae Brown, forever changed her life and the lives of her family. Me, Mom & the Monster is a soul-stirring memoir that follows the path of this farming wife, businesswoman, mother and grandmother who lived a life with a monster of a disease. Interwoven with Mae’s story is that of her third child, Corinne, whose life is intrinsically connected to her mother’s diagnosis. Told from alternating voices of Corinne and her mother, this is a candid account of the harrowing effects of living with a fatal, genetic disease. Me, Mom & the Monster captures the authenticity and vulnerability of a mother and daughter who find themselves entwined in a long dance with a neurodegenerative disease.
“A poignant reminder to us as physicians and scientists that a diagnosis is but the beginning of care. This book offers a humbling opportunity for us to consider the impact of illness as an extension of the human condition. It provides keen insight into not only our individual patients’ struggles, but how the impact of illness can span generations, and the power of family in the provision of care.”
From coast to coast to coast, Canada is shaped by the stories, cultures, and people that make this place feel like home. Beyond the fireworks and red and white, it’s about shared moments, diverse voices, and the memories we continue to create together.
With that spirit in mind, we’ve put together a Tellwell booklist featuring stories that reflect journeys, perspectives, and voices from across the country, each one offering a glimpse into the richness of life in Canada.
Canada 1867–2017 by Paul Taillefer
A lifelong collection of Canadian history comes together in a passion project decades in the making.
In compiling, writing, and illustrating the most important event that marked the History of Canada each year since Confederation, the author restricted his choices to history, political, economic, and cultural phenomena.In the 1960s, the author acquired hundreds of clippings, magazines, encyclopaedias, and history books pertaining to Canada’s history. He had contemplated preparing a special project for Canada’s Centennial with them, but was forced to drop the idea for lack of time.In retirement, he was urged by his wife Pierrette, who saw his archives lingering in filing cabinet
Positively Canadian by Heather Ann Pattullo
Discover Canadian culture through fun stories and engaging insights.
Want to know more about this great country of Canada? Want to improve your English as you “share a conversation” with the author? Then this book is for you!
The informal writing style makes it utterly readable and delightfully entertaining. You could read it just for the fun of knowing more about Canada and skip the English exercises. Or, you could just do the exercises to give you a little help in improving your English grammar. Either way, you can’t help but learn more about Canada as every sentence in the exercises tells you a bit more. The author’s light-hearted comments and personal experiences regarding many of the “facts” on each province and territory add a delightful informality to the writing.
Whether you are an adult wanting a ‘refresher’ on Canada, an ESL student wanting grammar practice while learning zany Canadian facts or a new citizen of Canada, there is something here for everyone.
Canadian Encounters of a Human Kind by David Watts
Stories that reveal the ever-changing Canadian identity.
A Canadian is essentially a citizen of the world and the Canadian spirit is a sense of connection that makes the world work. Beyond that, nobody can define what it means to be Canadian because it’s always changing. The moment we think we’ve got it, we find we’ve left something out.
We can however describe what it is based on the relationships of flesh and blood people who have lived and met here. Of more than two dozen people in these sketches, less than half were born or died in Canada or would be considered long term residents.
Some lived before there was a “Canada:” when the word referred to a postage-stamp province or string of villages along a great river. All these figures became leaders in communities. Not all were well known in their time here or afterwards. Here are some of their stories.
That Little Blue Car by Ronda Potts
An unexpected journey from stillness to adventure sparked by a single message.
You get a medical order to stay in bed indefinitely, and take some time to let that sink in, with the help of family. You stare at the new smartphone in your hand, which has a mind of its own. There’s a whirlwind of activity around you—the arrangement of a Personal Support Worker you like, and soon you’re adapting to a new routine.
Then…a text message appears on your phone. You’re invited on a road trip. You know you can’t go, but you text back anyway, enthusiastically accepting the offer.
How did that happen?
Then…at a California gas station, a little toy car with a for sale sign and an adorable Alabama drawl captures your heart. Giddy with your newfound freedom, the two of you barrel down a Death Valley highway, scouting for roadrunners and coyotes.
How did that happen?
That Little Blue Car calls, so hop in! Join an epic Canadian/American roadtrip.
Embracing Canada by Jan Soukup
An immigrant’s journey shaped by Canada’s wild beauty and spirit of freedom.
Canada has had a special appeal for the author from an early age. Its image in the mind of the nature-worshipping ambitious European youth was combining the vastness of the wild northern land—bounded by oceans on three sides, the unfathomable beauty of endless boreal forests, sun-kissed prairies, snow- and glacier-capped mountains and toughness-testing winters—with the lore of its Indigenous past and the relatively young history of the accomplishments of its newcomers from the outside of the continent. His image of Canadians was that of straight honesty, physical and mental strength, determination in achieving their goals, and a love of peace and freedom. In spite of seemingly unsurmountable obstacles, all this culminated in his decision to choose Canada as his homeland. He immigrated to Canada in 1968 after the Warsaw Pact invaded his birth country of then Czechoslovakia. He arrived with a fresh MSc in Nuclear Engineering and settled with his Czech fiancée in Edmonton. Here, after “seven skinny years,” he obtained a PhD in Nuclear Physics from the University of Alberta. Using his qualifications as a means of earning a living, he ended up working at UCLA and in world-renowned research establishments of particle physics in Canada, the USA and Europe, including the LHC Supercollider at CERN, Geneva, Switzerland. He finally settled back in Edmonton working at the UofA as a Detector Engineer/Physicist until 2011, when he retired.
Throughout his modern frontier science work in Canada, there has always been the awareness of his wilderness backyard in the back of the author’s mind, which drew him to Canada in the first place. He devoted most of his spare time to his hobbies: wilderness hiking, canoeing, skiing, cycling, dog sledding and riding, especially after his children grew up and left home
For this month’s Meet the Team spotlight, we are proud to introduce you to Michael! He is responsible for preparing books for print and creating polished ebooks, Michael plays a key role in ensuring every title is ready for readers. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of both print and digital publishing requirements, he helps transform manuscripts into professional, high-quality books.
Get to know Michael and learn more about the work that goes on behind the scenes to bring our authors’ stories to life!
Can you tell us a bit about your role at Tellwell, and what you work on day to day? I prepare both interior and cover designs for printing, and I also create ebooks if the service is included in the package.
What does your process look like when creating an ebook from a manuscript?
It is similar to traditional print design, but with the added element of web scripting.
June is here, and it’s a great time to discover a new read. This month’s pick offers something a little different, bringing together real-world ideas and thoughtful insights in a way that’s easy to get into.
It’s the kind of book that gives you something to think about while still being an engaging read. If you’re looking to switch things up this month, this might be a good one to add to your list.
A nonfiction book for your next insightful read
The Super Seeders is based on first-hand accounts from the scientists, breeders, and curators who have built the seven pillars of today’s plant genetics revolution. It begins with the guardians of global gene banks, conserving the rare and diverse crop genes that form agriculture’s safety net. From these collections, plant geneticists are now unlocking hidden traits with fast-moving genome technologies, transforming the possibilities of crop improvement.
International research centres and the groundbreaking Plant Treaty have opened the floodgates for the free exchange of genetic material, enabling a new wave of discovery. Crop breeders are translating these breakthroughs into reality, delivering drought-tolerant, disease-resistant, and higher-yielding varieties for farmers.
The book raises a pressing question: will this revolution reach the 70 percent of Africans who still depend on subsistence farming? The answer will shape not only the future of food in Africa, but the future of food security worldwide.
A story of ingenuity and urgency, The Super Seeders captures the hopes and challenges of the women and men driving a genetic transformation of agriculture—and the farmers whose lives depend on its success.
With Father’s Day this month, it’s a great time to explore stories that reflect the people who guide and support us. In this collection, we’re highlighting books that capture those quiet, everyday moments of care, strength, and presence.
From lighthearted adventures to more heartfelt reflections, these stories offer different perspectives on the bonds that shape us. Each one is a simple reminder of how lasting an impact those relationships can have.
Papa the Shoemaker by Kyra Kalweit
Step into William’s world and discover the art of shoemaking through fun and meaningful lessons.
Hi there, my name is William and I have a question for you! Would you like to know how your shoes are made? I invite you to come inside my papa’s workshop and learn all the secrets of the ancient art of shoemaking and more.
Let’s embark on a creative adventure of fun challenges and life lessons along the way.
Sometimes Daddy Cries by Todd Rennebohm
A gentle story about a child learning to understand his father’s depression.
Sometimes Daddy Cries is told through the eyes of a boy whose father suffers from depression. He sees his dad get sad, rest and even go to the hospital, all while comparing his father’s depression to a physical ailment.
Is My Dad a Superhero? by James J. Caparosa
A fun story about discovering the everyday superpowers that make a dad truly special.
Have you ever wondered if your dad has special powers? What makes him so amazing? Follow along in this fun story and try to unlock the mystery of what makes one father a real superhero. You will be surprised that the power is something we all can possess.
My Time With Papa by Shauntae Spaulding
Through a young girl’s eyes, a heartfelt journey of remembering and cherishing a beloved Papa.
This is a loving story about a little girl who lost her Papa and finds a way to remember all the wonderful memories she had of him that she will cherish forever. Walk down memory lane and recapture the memories of lost loved ones from the imagination of a young girl.
A Day Out With Dad by Riley, Enzo, & Zoe Pugliese
A playful beach day adventure with Cookie and her dad.
Cookie loves going on adventures with her dad, whether it’s on the farm, heading into the bush or at the beach. Join Cookie for a trip to the beach and see what she gets up to.
