Canadian Book Publishing
Publish your book with Tellwell and keep 100% net royalties, copyright, and control.
Trusted by 6,000+ Authors Since 2015
Tellwell Publishing is an award-winning, Canadian book publishing company based in Victoria, BC, offering full-support publishing services to indie authors. We are the only Canadian company offering 100% net royalties. Tellwell has an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and hundreds of 5-star reviews from our authors.
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What You'll Learn in our Canadian Guide to Publishing:
How to publish your book
The five essential steps to book publishing—whether traditional or self-publishing
The pros and cons of each publishing path
Key questions to ask when evaluating a self-publishing company
How to choose the right publishing route for your goals
A breakdown of the self-publishing costs and what to expect
Canada's Full-Service Publishing Partner
Tellwell Publishing is a trusted Canadian assisted self-publishing company and the only book publisher in Canada offering authors 100% of their net royalties. Authors also retain the copyright, full ownership, and creative control of their work. Self-publishing is empowering, but you don’t have to do it alone. With a dedicated project manager and an experienced publishing team, Tellwell guides you through every stage so you can publish a book you’re proud to share.
100% Royalties
Keep 100% of what you earn. Tellwell is the only book publisher in Canada offering authors 100% of their net royalties.
100% Creative Control
You decide how your book looks, reads, and feels — we provide the guidance and expertise to make it polished.
Canadian & Global Distribution
Print-on-demand and online availability to over 45,000 booksellers in Canada and around the world including Amazon, Indigo, Barnes & Noble, Waterstones, and more.
World-Class Guidance
Expert guidance from a dedicated publishing team at every step, so you never have to navigate the publishing process alone.
100% Copyright
Your book is entirely yours. We provide the professional publishing support while you retain full control over your story, your rights, and your royalties.
Full-Service Support
Tellwell handles the editing, design, layout, printing, distribution and marketing so you can focus on your craft and your story. We even have book coaches to help you in the writing stages. Services are tailored to your needs and budget.
Tellwell's Publishing Services
Tellwell is your one-stop solution for all publishing needs, offering your choice of professional services to create a high-quality book that captivates readers worldwide.
Book Coaching
Guidance from concept to completion to help shape your story with confidence.
Ghostwriting
Collaborate with a skilled writer to bring your book idea to the page seamlessly.
Audiobooks
Choose your narrator and publish your audiobook with expert support for Amazon, Audible, and iTunes.
Design
Captivate readers with a high-quality cover that sets your book apart.
Illustrations
Engage readers with custom illustrations that add depth and character to your story.
Editing
Enhance clarity and trust with professional editing for a polished, impactful book.
Distribution
Reach readers worldwide through print-on-demand distribution to major retailers.
Printing
Flexible printing options at competitive rates, from single books to bulk orders.
Marketing & Publicity
Grow your audience with targeted marketing strategies and expert-driven promotion.
Tellwell Success Stories
Cindy Cherry
THE DON CHERRY STORY
Don Cherry’s life and legacy are now captured in The Don Cherry Story, a bold and intimate biography written by his late daughter, Cindy Cherry, and published by Tellwell. Known for his outspoken personality and love of hockey, Don’s story goes beyond the headlines, offering a heartfelt, behind-the-scenes glimpse into his life from someone who knew him best. The book has made headlines across Canada and shot to #1 on Amazon's bestseller's list in the biographies category.
A portion of proceeds from The Don Cherry Story goes towards Don Cherry’s Pet Rescue Foundation, a cause Cindy championed passionately after her rescuing her own dog.
Elaine Alec
CALLING MY SPIRT BACK
BC Business' Women of the Year, Elaine Alec, is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, public speaker, and coach. Her first book, Calling My Spirit Back, has sold over 16,000 copies. The memoir recounts her remarkable journey in turning her life, around from dropping out of school in Grade 9 to becoming a serial entrepreneur and living the life of her dreams. Alec recently published her second second book with Tellwell, titled Coming of Age.
Lamar Jackson
I DREAM, YOU DREAM, LET US DREAM
The NFL's 2023 MVP and Baltimore Ravens quarterback, Lamar Jackson, is also a children's author! He published a children's book about dreaming big and achieving your goals with Tellwell. And who better to talk about going for your goals than the football superstar himself! Jackson's book was featured in Sports Illustrated and on CBS News. He shares updates on his book to his millions of followers on Instagram.
Azim Jamal
SPARK: JOURNEY FROM SUCCESS TO SIGNIFICANCE
A bestselling author, sought-after inspirational speaker, and an in-demand corporate coach, Azim Jamal's thought-provoking messages have been heard by millions of people. He has authored more than 10 books, including one with his friend, personal development coach and bestselling author, Brian Tracy. Fun fact: one of Jamal's books topped Harry Potter on the bestseller list in 2005. Spark, his latest book, is widely available in bookstores and online.
We're Seeing Stars
Daniel Stolfi
THE COMEDIAN VS CANCER
THE COMEDIAN VS CANCER
Tellwell was really great to work with from day one!
You get this really professional-looking book, and all you have to do is focus on the creative aspects of it, knowing that the parts of publishing a book that nobody wants to do are being done by Tellwell. It relieves a lot of that stress and burden, and all you have to do is focus on the creative.
Ali Williams
THE GLORIOUS RESPONSIBILITY OF HAPPINESS
THE GLORIOUS RESPONSIBILITY OF HAPPINESS
I had a really wonderful experience working with Tellwell.
What I enjoyed most about working with Tellwell was maintaining control, and contributing to how the book was going to look and feel. I was excited about the process. They really listened to what I wanted every step of the way.
Karen Harmon
CLASS OF '78
CLASS OF '78
Everything was explained to me so clearly.
My experience working with Tellwell was amazing from start to finish. They were calm, cool, and collected, and I felt like everything was on my terms. Everything was explained to me so clearly. It was all made easy, and it was a wonderful, comfortable experience.
About Tellwell Publishing
Tellwell's Founder & CEO Timothy Lindsay, Head of Marketing Monica Martinez, and Senior Publishing Consultant Mitch Anderson accept the BBB Torch Award in Ethics.
We are an excellent choice for authors who value professional expertise, exceptional quality, and a guided team approach to book publishing.
Since 2015, Tellwell Publishing has published over 6,000 books. We have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, hundreds of 5-star reviews, and have won numerous awards. Our acclaimed process and proprietary project-management software, Octavo, makes the publishing journey simple, easy, and fun.
Why Publish With Tellwell?
Outstanding Reputation
Tellwell Publishing has won numerous awards. We have an A+ rating from the BBB and hundreds of glowing five-star reviews. We have published over 6,000 books since 2015.
World-Class Quality
Our exceptionally high standards of excellence ensure your book will be one you are proud to hold and display.
Guidance and Support
Our dedicated team guides you through each step of the publishing process, empowering you along the way with our numerous resources.
Copyright and Control
As a self-published author, you keep the copyright and creative control of your work.
100% Net Royalties
Tellwell Publishing has a clear royalty structure with the option of 100% net royalties.
Full Service Support
Tellwell offers editing, design, illustrations, book marketing, distribution, and printing services. We are a one-stop shop for all of your publishing needs.
6,000+ Books Published Since 2015
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