Tellwell Team Stories: Behind the Scenes!

Oct 22,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

Check out Tellwell Team Stories! Get a glimpse of what inspires us and how we work together to bring our books to life. Join us as we share our daily experiences and the dedication behind the scenes.

Meet Simon:

Meet Simon Page, Tellwell’s operations manager! Simon takes us through his workday, where the magic happens in his home office. From project planning and meetings to managing customer feedback and overseeing updates like Octavo improvements, Simon ensures everything runs seamlessly behind the scenes. He also makes time for a refreshing nature walk and has some exciting personal news to share!

Check out Simon’s day in the life as Tellwell’s operations manager here.

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Tellwell Halloween Booklist

Oct 22,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

Halloween has arrived, and so have the best spooky reads!

Ready for some spine-tingling chills? Dive into this booklist for your ideal October reads. 🎃📖

The Manhattan High-rise Horrors by Rene Tyo

The Hostage Chronicles II: The Manhattan High-rise Horrors takes readers through 18 dark stories filled with eerie characters, including a soul-hungry demon, a clumsy PI, a dangerous gum ball machine, and a fame-obsessed pop star. At its core is Roger Stafford, a man with a troubled past, caught in a hostage standoff in Manhattan. The discovery of his long-lost fantasy trilogy sparks a violent weekend, as those involved will stop at nothing to ensure his work is published. The tension and suspense unfold in this gripping installment.

The Cursed by Rene M Gerrits

A whimsical and fantastical compilation of poems and prose, from eerie encounters and grisly tidings to the joys and lusts of love.

The Cursed is a literature bound in enchanted imagination, delving into both dark stories and lighthearted poetry. There may very well be a poem or prose for every reader—what might it contain for you?

Meet the Team

From Author to Book-Marketing Consultant: How Ben St. James Drives Client Success

Oct 21,2024 / By Mark Mionda / No Comment

Marketing Consultant Ben St. James has worked with hundreds of authors since joining Tellwell just over two years ago. While he can’t read every manuscript in its entirety, he enjoys engaging with the stories and previewing numerous books.

His debut picture book, Guinea Pig Power, has received multiple accolades, including Bronze in the Early Readers (6–8) category of the Reader Views Literary Award, Silver for Juvenile Bedtime Stories, and Bronze for Cover Illustration at the L.A. BookFest, and an Honourable Mention (4th place) in the Readers’ Favorite Book Awards for General Picture Books, among others.

October Author Highlights!

Oct 18,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

This month, we’re excited to share the latest updates from our talented authors, including spotlight features, recent book events, and some exciting milestones. From captivating readings to book launches, our authors have been busy making waves in the literary world.

Dive into this blog to catch up on all the memorable moments of this month and discover what’s next in their creative journeys!

Book Events

Our Tellwell authors gathered at the Word on the Street Book Festival in Toronto, where they proudly displayed their books and connected with a vibrant community of readers. Participating authors included Heather Shtuka, Samantha Solis, Angie Vanderwees, Sarah Malo, and Rebecca Brown.

Mahāmahopādhyāya Bhadreshdas Swami, V. I. Lakshmanan, and S. Kalyanasundaram recently celebrated the launch of their book, Spirience: Experiencing Peace and Prosperity through Spirituality and Science.

Kristyn Jewell recently hosted a book launch and signing event for her heartwarming children’s book, Poppy & Pa.

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From Football to Poetry: October’s Author of the Month, Darryl Sampson

Oct 9,2024 / By Ben St. James / No Comment

Learn about his creative process, reflections on life after sports, and the values driving his work with Yonge Street Mission and Finintel Coaching.

I have always felt that responsibility to give back to the community that I live in what they have given to me.
Darryl Sampson

Darryl Sampson, a former defensive back for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, has had an illustrious career marked by multiple Grey Cup victories and all-star recognition. After stepping off the field, Darryl has taken on new challenges as a coach, an accountant, and, now, an author. In this exclusive interview, he opens up about his journey from the football field to poetry, the lessons he’s learned from a life of sport, and how his passion for teamwork and giving back continues to shape his work today.

You had an impressive career with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, winning multiple Grey Cups and earning all-star recognition. How did those experiences on the field shape your approach to life after football?

The experiences of my career as a professional football player and the accomplishment of achieving the highest recognitions in the sport taught me that diligent and focused work habits pay off in the long run. It takes perseverance and determination to continue to do something repeatedly until you perfect your craft. It has taught me to stay in the game of life and not give up or I will miss the good things at the end of the tunnel.

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Tellwell’s Author of the Month for September: Cristina San Martin

Sep 25,2024 / By Ben St. James / No Comment

Author Cristina San Martin on Love, Healing, and Her Journey in ‘Married to Fiji’ and ‘Healable the Journal’

Cristina San Martin step out in a photoshoot!

Introducing Cristina San Martin, an author whose works delve deeply into the realms of love, healing, and self-discovery. Her book Married to Fiji is a heartfelt memoir that chronicles her bold journey of moving to Fiji after just ten days with her future husband. It’s a story that captures the essence of love’s transformative power while also shedding light on the challenges and injustices she observed during her time on the island. Through her experiences, Cristina offers readers a candid look at the complexities of relationships, the struggle for justice, and the profound process of personal healing.

In addition to Married to Fiji, Cristina is also the author of Healable the Journal, a guide that encourages readers to embark on their own healing journeys. Cristina’s writing is deeply personal, informed by her own experiences with mental health, neurodiversity, and the challenges of fitting in. Her insights are not just about overcoming adversity, but about embracing it as a path to growth and self-acceptance.

Healing is humbling and a great reminder that we are far more than our struggles and the adversity we face. Go easy on yourself; the healing journey takes as long as it takes. Try not to hold yourself to unrealistic expectations, as we also have to continue living and navigating the 3D.
Cristina San Martin

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Meet Rubby, One of Our Go-To Publishing Consultants at Tellwell

Sep 24,2024 / By Mark Mionda / No Comment

We’re excited to introduce Rubby in this month’s Meet the Team!

As a publishing consultant at Tellwell, Rubby is passionate about helping authors bring their books to life. He’s there to guide them through each step of the process, offering advice and support to make publishing as smooth as possible. He’s always ready to chat and offer a helping hand to authors, making him a key part of our team.

Let’s get to know Rubby a bit better!

What inspired you to get into the field of book publishing?
The desire to help authors share their voices with the world. Guiding a book from concept to completion, knowing it has the potential to impact readers’ lives, is what truly motivates me.

Book Giveaways

September Reads Await!

Sep 23,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

This month, we’re excited to share our September Book Giveaway featuring a mix of humorous fiction and inspiring non-fiction true stories. Whether you’re in the mood for a laugh or eager to explore real-life tales that share valuable insights, we have something for everyone.

So find your favourite reading spot and get ready to dive into this month’s exciting selections!

Stories that will make you smile

Join the fun with The Husband Chair! This humorous tale captures the wild side of shopping and relationships. Perfect for a light read!

Our hero: Bone tired. Lost. Desolate. A man pushed to the outer limits of his very being. His struggle: Satisfy the need to rest whilst still supporting his beloved in her hour of need.

While his wife negotiates a seemingly endless list of fashion stores in her quest for perfection, her loving husband must stave off the weariness that visits each partner in a shopping spree with their significant other.

Fighting hunger, rising frustration and the mental fatigue associated with tracking credit card usage, will he ever find peace? And honestly, can he just go and sit down for a minute

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September’s Author Success Stories!

Sep 23,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

September has been an amazing month for our authors! From earning book awards to hosting exciting events and receiving fantastic reviews, there’s so much to celebrate. We’re proud to share their accomplishments and highlight the incredible stories behind their success.

Let’s take a moment to recognize the hard work, passion, and dedication that have made this month such a standout for our authors!

Awards

Tellwell author Michael B. Davison, author of the book Defiant Valor, recently won Gold in the Non-Fiction Authors Association’s 2024 International Impact Book Awards!

Don Hunter won the 2024 International Impact Books Award for his book Chronic Pain under the Addiction and Recovery Category!

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Keeping up with Tellwell Authors!

Sep 23,2024 / By Trixie Raboy / No Comment

Check out the latest news from our authors . . .

Stay connected and inspired by their recent book updates, personal stories, and behind-the-scenes looks at their writing journeys!

Alexandra Labrie

What’s more exciting on vacation than diving into a good book? Tellwell author Alexandra Labrie shares a snapshot from her recent getaway on her Instagram, featuring her book The Shadow of Her!

Karen Harmon

Tellwell author Karen Harmon just shared on her Instagram reel that she has officially submitted her new book manuscript titled Class of ’56!