Publish a Children's Book
Award-Winning Canadian Book Publisher
Tellwell Publishing is an award-winning book publisher with a world-class reputation and an A+ rating from the BBB, offering full-support book publishing services to authors. Learn how to write, illustrate, and publish your children's book in our free publishing guide for children's book authors.
In our guide, How to Write and Publish Your Children’s Book, you will learn:
How to Evaluate Your Story Idea: Determine if your story concept is strong, engaging, and age-appropriate for your audience.
Story-Crafting Essentials: Learn how to develop captivating characters, themes, and plots that connect with children, creating a story that resonates.
How to Target the Right Age Group: Tailor your book’s language, themes, and visuals to suit specific age groups, from toddlers to teens.
Learn All About Kids' Book Illustration: Discover tips for choosing and collaborating with kids book illustrators to ensure the visuals enhance and complement your story.
Formatting and Design Basics: Explore how to create a kid-friendly layout that enhances readability and engages children’s attention.
How to Understand Publishing Options: Explore the pros and cons of self-publishing and traditional publishing, so you can choose the path that’s best for you.
Children's Book Illustrations Showcase
By Tellwell Publishing
Custom Illustrations
Collaborate with skilled illustrators who specialize in creating vibrant, one-of-a-kind artwork tailored to your vision.
Curated Artistic Talent
Work with our team of carefully selected children's book illustrators, ensuring high-quality results that match your expectations.
Seamless Collaboration
Enjoy a smooth, guided process with creative illustrators and publishing experts supporting you through every step of your children's author journey.
Success Stories from
Tellwell Children's Authors
Tellwell Children's Authors
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.
Rishma Govani
Sushi & Samosas: A Trip of Tasty Transformations
This Greater Toronto Area author has been generating a lot of publicity for her globe-trotting children’s book, capturing attention across multiple media platforms. She’s been featured on Global TV’s Toronto Morning Show and popular radio programs like Good Morning Hamilton, The Shift, and Mornings with Sue and Andy. Her story has also appeared on numerous podcasts, in magazines, and in online publications, showcasing her ability to inspire young readers and adults alike.
Chantel Riley
I AM: Precious Affirmations
Chantel Riley boasts an impressive résumé as an actress. She played Nala in The Lion King on Broadway and appeared in numerous television shows across the United States and Canada. She has also lent her voice to the popular Assassin’s Creed video game series. Beyond acting, Chantel is a singer-songwriter and entrepreneur, running a children’s clothing boutique.
Her positive-affirmations book for children has earned her a feature on eTalk, a national entertainment show in Canada, along with glowing reviews. Chantel actively promotes her book to her tens of thousands of social media followers, inspiring young readers and parents alike.
We're Seeing Stars
My experience working with Tellwell was extremely positive. They were extremely transparent the whole way through. They were very attentive, very organized, and they made the process of publishing the children's books extremely seamless. What I enjoyed most about working with Tellwell was the fact that I didn't have to feel like I needed to know anything about publishing children's books. I didn't have to be an expert. I had a wonderful team with a production manager, an illustrator and an editor to help me along the way. And it just worked out really great.
Michelle Chricton
The Adventures of Vylette Bunny and Michie
My experience with Tellwell was spectacular. I was worried about this process and they made it very manageable, very easy to understand. I would say probably what I enjoyed the most about working with Tellwell was the wonderful team behind the scenes that are putting all the pieces together for the book. They answered all my questions when I needed it. They were able to provide me with a lot of adequate information, and sometimes more information than I thought I needed, in getting things put together for the project.
Joseph Bennett
Into the Faerie Lands
My experience working with Tellwell has been great. I feel very taken care of as an author, and they've just been there for me every step of the way. I loved giving them the ideas that I had for the book and then seeing their ideas coming back and working in such a collaborative way. The most meaningful part of publishing my book was opening the box from Tellwell and seeing my beautiful book. And I just love the cover. I love the inside. I think it looks absolutely stunning. And that continues to be one of the proudest things is how beautiful the book is to hold and read.
Celia McBride
O My God: An Un-Becoming Journey
About Tellwell Publishing
Tellwell Publishing Founder and CEO Timothy Lindsay and Head of Marketing Monica Martinez accepting the BBB Award for Ethics.
Since 2015, Tellwell Publishing has published over 4,000 books. We have won numerous awards, received hundreds of 5-star reviews, and scored an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. 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 4,000 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.
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