This March, let a new book take you on an unforgettable journey! Whether you crave adventure, mystery, or inspiration, there’s a story waiting just for you.
Enchanted tales of love and mystery
Can a princess defy fate and forbidden love to save her kingdom? Discover the secrets of Harbinger by Niah Bach!
In Praetoria, the elite do not have any special talents. Then why is it the only imperial princess is having vision-like nightmares? These dreams foretell the destruction of her world and the death of her family, and every day they gain strength in their horror.
The return of a particular imperial rook changes the tone of her dreams, providing her with much needed relief. But this too is perplexing, for he is a rook and she an elite. The law strictly forbids a union between the two.
Yet four little female moiohs scheme to bring them together, providing the path to secure their future, a future threatened by traitors who would use the princess as a way to steal her father’s throne.
This month authors have reached exciting new milestones, from launching books to earning well-deserved recognition. March has been filled with inspiring moments in the literary world—let’s take a look at some of the highlights.
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A story of survival, resilience, and an unbreakable bond. Richard K. Lowy’s Kalman & Leopold: Surviving Mengele’s Auschwitz shares the powerful true story of two boys who endured unthinkable horrors, were separated for 56 years, and found their way back to each other. Featured in North Hollywood news, this book is a vital reminder to preserve history and stand against rising antisemitism.
Amherstburg resident Stacey Davidson has turned a long-held idea into reality with 15 Fishes, her debut children’s book. Inspired by a fleeting moment nearly two decades ago, her story is a testament to the power of creativity. Featured in River Town Times, Davidson shares her journey from inspiration to publication—and she’s just getting started!
This #InternationalWomensDay, we shine a light on the remarkable women who are breaking barriers, uplifting communities, and leading with unwavering passion.
From authors and advocates to educators and trailblazers, these women redefine what it means to be strong and resilient. Their journeys—marked by courage, perseverance, and the pursuit of dreams—serve as a testament to the power of determination and the impact of lifting others along the way. Today we celebrate their stories, their achievements, and the boundless possibilities they inspire for future generations.
Ali Williams
An inspiring coach and therapist from Adelaide, South Australia. After being diagnosed with breast cancer at 45, Ali embarked on a transformative journey of healing in mind, body, and energy. Her experience ignited a passion for helping women do the same. Since 2017, she has been guiding clients worldwide through their own personal transformations. Ali’s journey also led her to write her first book, The Glorious Responsibility of Happiness, sharing the powerful message that happiness is within reach for everyone—often in simpler ways than we expect.
Chelsey Peat
Two Sides to a Face tells the inspiring story of Chelsey, a fierce advocate and educator who has defied the odds. Born with Sturge Weber syndrome, she underwent multiple surgeries, including life-saving brain surgery as an infant. Despite predictions of significant limitations, she has surpassed them all—earning a sociology degree and a certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. With nearly 40 years of experience living with a facial difference, Chelsey channels her journey into powerful advocacy, fighting discrimination and fostering inclusivity through her work with various organizations.
Peta-Ann Wood
An author, healer, and unapologetic trailblazer. After 25 years in media, PR, and communications, Peta-Ann found a new calling as a Holistic Counsellor, Reiki Master, and Colour Therapist. A breast cancer survivor, she chose to stay flat after a bilateral mastectomy—no prosthetics, no reconstruction, just full self-acceptance. Through soul-searching and self-discovery, she realized she didn’t need a “new normal”—she simply needed to celebrate her uniqueness. In What Happens When They Don’t Grow Back, she shares her story with warmth, wisdom, and a refreshingly candid style, inspiring others to embrace themselves fully.
Rasie Bamigbade
A leader, mentor, and bestselling author dedicated to empowering others. As the founder of RB Jumpstart Coaching and RB Jumpstart Mentorship & Youth Leadership Training Society, Rasie helps corporate leaders strengthen their teams and guides aspiring authors from idea to publication. Passionate about uplifting youth, she provides mentorship resources and bridges the opportunity gap in leadership. In Be Not Alone, she shares her insights on self-leadership and personal growth, inspiring lasting change.
Monica Buchanan
Monica, a psychologist, educator, and advocate for community empowerment, authored Outsider, a powerful exploration of resilience, identity, and belonging. With a PhD in psychology and a background in Women’s Studies, she built a long and fulfilling career in counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching. Passionate about uplifting marginalized communities, she now develops strength-based resources to support those in need. An active volunteer, she continues to make a difference while embracing mindfulness, reading, writing, gardening, and meditative walks. Through both her professional and personal life, she inspires others to live with purpose, resilience, and compassion.
Elaine Kozak
An author whose journey has been as rich and varied as the stories she writes. From designing information-retrieval systems to shaping international trade policy and co-founding an award-winning winery, she has embraced each chapter of her life with passion and curiosity. Her vineyard experience led to her debut mystery novel, Root Causes, followed by The Lighthouse and Rhapsody in a Minor Mode. Now based in Victoria, Canada, Elaine continues to craft compelling stories, proving that it’s never too late to pursue new adventures.
Monique Gliozzi
Monique, a psychiatrist, educator, and aviator, has a passion for both medicine and aviation. Based in Perth, she specializes in forensic psychiatry and has served as a Senior Clinical Lecturer at UWA. She also holds a commercial pilot’s license and works as a senior flight instructor. Monique published Foresight, Hunted, Vestige, Diversity, Facets of the Past, Once Is Never Enough, Hidden, and Requittal with Tellwell.
Step behind the scenes with our editing and distribution experts as they shape stories into polished, published works.
Meet Simon:
At Tellwell, Simon Ogden plays a key role in bringing books to life. He refines manuscripts, oversees design quality, guides project managers, and ensures smooth communication with authors.
Quality assurance is central to his work, with careful reviews and refinements maintaining high publishing standards. A quick break offers a moment to recharge before final checks and project coordination.
With a focus on storytelling and precision, Simon helps authors turn their ideas into well-crafted books that connect with readers.
Check out the behind-the-scenes with Simon, Tellwell managing editor here.
Meet Joy:
Getting a book into the hands of readers takes more than just great storytelling—it requires careful planning and seamless logistics. That’s where Joy, Tellwell’s Distribution Manager, comes in.
From coordinating shipments and tracking timelines to working with publishers and ensuring books arrive on schedule, Joy plays a vital role in the publishing process. Her work helps bridge the gap between authors and readers, making sure every book finds its way to the right audience.
And the best part? She can do it all from anywhere—whether she’s working from a coffee shop, her home office, or on the move. Wherever she goes, the books go with her.
Check out the behind-the-scenes with Joy, Tellwell Distribution Manager here.
Authors shape the world with their stories, offering new perspectives, sparking conversations, and leaving a lasting impact on readers. Their journeys are filled with dedication, creativity, and the courage to share their voices.
This month we’re taking a moment to highlight their work, celebrate their achievements, and recognize the power of storytelling in all its forms.
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Tellwell author Richard K. Lowy’s book launch was recently featured on Vancouver CityNews, highlighting the powerful story behind Kalman & Leopold: Surviving Mengele’s Auschwitz. Hundreds gathered at Congregation Schara Tzedeck Synagogue in Vancouver to hear Lowy discuss the true story of two boys who survived Auschwitz—a testament to resilience, survival, and the importance of remembering history. The event brought together readers, historians, and community members, all moved by the book’s message and its impact.
Black History Month is here, and it’s time to celebrate the incredible voices that inspire, educate, and empower!
At Tellwell we’re shining a light on Black authors who have brought powerful stories to life—stories that spark conversation, uplift communities, and leave a lasting impact. Their words deserve to be read, shared, and cherished. Join us in honouring their contributions to literature and beyond!
Philip Pitia Lako
Philip Pitia Lako’s journey is one of unimaginable hardship, resilience, and ultimately, hope. Growing up in a Mundari village, his childhood was shattered at just ten years old when Sudanese rebels took him under the guise of education. Instead, he was thrust into the brutal reality of life as a child soldier, enduring relentless suffering, malnutrition, and the constant threat of attack.
In 2000, he escaped to a refugee camp in Kenya, seeking safety and a fresh start. However, the harsh realities of refugee life soon set in, replacing hope with despair. After four difficult years, he was finally resettled in Australia in 2004, marking the beginning of a new chapter.
Lako shares his powerful story in The Ten-Year-Old Man: Unwavering Resilience to Self-Restoration, a memoir that recounts his early years in an African village, the brutal traditions of the Mundari tribe, his harrowing experience as a child soldier, and his journey to freedom. His story sheds light on the trauma of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the long road to healing.
A story of survival, told without fear. In Traces of a Boy, Russ Grabb takes readers on an unflinching journey through his deeply personal memoir—a gripping work of creative nonfiction.
For Russ Grabb, writing Traces of a Boy was not just about revisiting the past—it was about breaking the silence and giving a voice to the child he once was. His journey as an author is one of resilience, honesty, and the unshakable belief that storytelling can illuminate even the darkest truths.
Russ writes with an intensity that demands attention, blending creative nonfiction with the raw emotion of lived experience. His work doesn’t just recount trauma—it challenges, exposes, and invites readers to witness the strength it takes to survive. Through Traces of a Boy, he transforms painful memories into powerful prose, proving that even the most difficult stories deserve to be told.
By sharing his truth, Russ not only reclaims his own story but also offers solidarity to others who have faced unimaginable realities. His writing is a testament to the power of survival, the necessity of speaking out, and the enduring impact of an untold story finally brought to light.
Traces of a Boy is not an easy read, nor was it meant to be. This haunting memoir blends the depth of creative nonfiction with the gripping intensity of a novel, drawing readers into the life of a wounded child navigating a world of unimaginable hardship. Russ exposes the harsh realities of betrayal, bone-breaking violence, and society’s indifference, crafting a story that is as harrowing as it is necessary.
With haunting prose and unflinching detail, Traces of a Boy is more than a memoir, it’s a reckoning. It compels us to confront the darker corners of human experience while recognizing the unbreakable spirit of those who endure. It’s a book that lingers, challenges, and ultimately serves as a powerful reminder that some stories must be told, no matter how difficult they are to hear.
Celia McBride’s journey is anything but ordinary. In her forties, she felt an undeniable calling—to explore life as a Catholic nun, despite not being Catholic. Her memoir, O My God: An Un-Becoming Journey, chronicles this deeply personal path of faith, transformation, and self-discovery.
Celia’s story is one of unexpected twists, deep introspection, and profound change. Raised in an atheist household, she never imagined she would one day consider a life devoted to faith. But an inner pull led her to a convent, where she spent time exploring what it meant to live a life of spirituality and devotion. Her journey wasn’t just about religion—it was about seeking truth, embracing vulnerability, and following an unknown path with an open heart.
Writing a memoir is a brave act, especially when it involves such a deeply personal transformation. For Celia, putting her journey into words meant revisiting some of the most profound moments of her life, embracing honesty, and trusting that her story could inspire others.
Through the publishing process with Tellwell, she has not only brought her book to life but also extended an invitation to readers—to reflect on their own journeys, question their beliefs, and remain open to transformation.
In O My God: An Un-Becoming Journey, Celia shares the highs, lows, and eye-opening moments of her transformative path. Her story challenges beliefs, embraces uncertainty, and uncovers truths in the most unlikely places. But beyond her own experience, it serves as a powerful reminder that life often leads us down unexpected roads—and sometimes, the boldest leaps of faith bring us exactly where we’re meant to be. Whether you’re drawn to spiritual exploration or personal growth, her memoir is a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Hey book lovers, start the year off right with our January book giveaway! We’re kicking things off strong with over 190 FREE books across a variety of genres, ready for download. Grab your free reads today and dive into a new story to make your year even brighter.
Check out our January book giveaways—from romance and poetry to fantasy fiction, there’s something for everyone!
Ready for a journey of love and new beginnings?
Sunset Bay by Karen Stewart follows Joy, a 54-year-old divorcee, whose world is turned upside down by a stranger and her sassy mother. Will love find its way to her?
A self-professed hot mess express, Joy Sinclair is a 54-year-old divorcee living back at home in Sunset Bay. Tired of blind dates and a lack of eligible men, she’s resigned to being single. That is until she is literally knocked off her feet by a good looking stranger. Jeremy is only staying long enough to help his father recover from a broken foot. Is there any point even getting to know him? Joy’s mother Helen Sinclair is 80 years young and a real sassy molassy. She dresses outrageously, talks to her dead husband Sam and nudges Joy out of her comfort zone as often as she can. Meeting Jeremy’s father Hank at the local seniors centre, Helen suddenly finds herself with a busy social life. Love is in the air with a wedding, birthday party, prom night and a major weather event all conspiring to shake things up. Celebrating the messiness of finding yourself and the courage to follow your heart, Sunset Bay is a journey of love, loss, hope and new beginnings.
We’re kicking off 2025 by celebrating authors who are leaving a mark with their incredible stories. Dive into their journeys, explore their works, and discover the inspiration behind their books!
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Johnny Stanz, one of our talented Tellwell authors, was recently featured in Readers Views Kids for his heartwarming book, Everyone Is Perfect for Just Who They Should Be.
The answer to what inspired me to write this book would be the same answer if I were asked, “What inspires you in everything you do in life?” And that is an easy question to answer, but keep in mind, it is not so much what as it is who! Without question, my determination to do everything I can do in order to guide my daughter Charlotte toward being the best version of a human that she can possibly be throughout her life, which I’m confident will lead to her complete happiness, has become my sole purpose for existing on this earth!
– Johnny Stanz in an exclusive interview with Reader Views
