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Meet Debbie, Book Publishing Consultant

In today’s Meet the Team we talk to Debbie, one of Tellwell Publishing’s dedicated book-publishing consultants.

Passionate about helping aspiring authors bring their stories to life, Debbie works closely with writers as they begin their self-publishing journey. From answering questions to offering guidance and encouragement, Debbie is committed to making the publishing process feel clear, supportive, and exciting for every author he works with.

Read on to learn more about his role at Tellwell.

Can you tell us a little about your role as a book-publishing consultant at Tellwell, and what a typical day looks like for you?

I help aspiring authors take the first steps toward publishing their books. My role involves listening to their stories, understanding their goals, and guiding them through the self-publishing process in a way that feels exciting and manageable.

A typical day includes speaking with authors through calls and emails, answering questions, discussing their book ideas, and helping them understand the support available to them. What I enjoy most is meeting passionate writers from different backgrounds and being part of their publishing journey.

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Author of the Month

Author of the Month: Sasha Milena Filipovich

Moonbeam Award Winner Shares the Personal Journey Behind a Beloved Three-Legged Hero

In this interview, Sasha Filipovich, author of Cal Has Three Legs, shares how her real-life rescue dog became the inspiration behind her first picture book. What began as simple, curious questions from children grew into a story about humor, self-acceptance, and approaching differences with openness.

“Tell the story you want to tell, and hold onto your vision.”

Sasha Milena Filipovich

Sasha talks about how her background in journalism, dance, and film influenced her storytelling, and how working closely with illustrator Dalia Vukmirovich helped shape the book’s visual and emotional tone. She also reflects on the patience and persistence required to bring a picture book to life.

She discusses what it meant to receive a Bronze Moonbeam Award and her experience publishing with Tellwell, and offers practical advice for authors creating their first children’s book.

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Author of the Month

Tellwell Author of the Month: Crystal Beach

From pumpkin patches to polar bears, Crystal Beach shares how her books help children learn, imagine, and belong.

Author and illustrator Crystal Beach has built a body of work that celebrates curiosity, inclusion, and early learning. Her newest book, One Little Witch, moves from the Arctic setting of her earlier titles into a magical pumpkin patch inspired by her own backyard. In this interview, Crystal talks about what drives her storytelling, how her background shapes her creative process, and what she’s learned along the way.

“My passion for early learning comes from wanting to make stories that are both fun and meaningful for young readers.”

Crystal Beach Author/Illustrator
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