Publish Your Book
Trusted by 6,000+ Authors Since 2015
Tellwell Publishing is an award-winning book publishing company trusted by over 6,000 indie authors in Australia, New Zealand, and around the world. As a full-service book publisher, we provide everything you need to edit, design, illustrate, publish, print, market and distribute your book in Australia and internationally. Our goal is to make publishing your book simple, empowering, and fun!
Free Publishing Guide
Get our free guide to book publishing in Australia and learn how to publish your book in five simple steps.
What You'll Learn in Our Australian 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
Australia's Publishing Partner, From Idea to Bookstore
You don’t have to figure this out on your own. From your first idea to seeing your book available online and in bookstores, Tellwell supports you with a dedicated project manager and a team of publishing professionals. We guide each step so you can move forward with clarity and joy to publish a book you’re proud to share.
100% Royalties
Keep what you earn. Tellwell is one of the few publishers in Australia giving authors 100% of their net royalties.
Custom Artwork
ollaborate with our skilled illustrators who specialize in creating vibrant, one-of-a-kind artwork tailored to your vision.
Australian & Global Distribution
Books are printed on-demand in Melbourne, Australia with global distribution to Amazon, Dymocks, Booktopia, and more than 45,000 booksellers.
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 & Control
Your book is entirely yours. We provide the professional publishing support while you retain full control over your story, your copyright, and your royalties.
Full-Service Publishing
Tellwell handles the design, layout, editing, printing, distribution and marketing so you can focus on your story. Services are tailored to your needs and budget.
Tellwell Australia Success Stories
Dr. Chelinay Gates
LUCKY-CHILD: THE SECRET
Dr. Chelinay Gates is an Australian doctor of traditional Chinese medicine and a professional artist. Before becoming an author, she was awarded Australia’s “Female Artist of the Year” and was recognized in the Who’s Who Book of Western Australia. Her debut novel, Lucky-Child: The Secret has received numerous accolades. At the Next Generation Indie Book Awards, she won the grand prize for fiction: best first novel, and was a finalist in two categories: action/adventure and regional.
Tim Darcy Ellis
THE SECRET DIARIES OF JUAN LUIS VIVES: A NOVEL
Tim Darcy Ellis’ historical fiction debut tells the story of an exiled Spanish Jew who eventually made it to the English court of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon. The English author's fascinating story appeared in the UK’s Daily Express newspaper, on BBC Radio, and the English Renaissance History podcast, among others. His book has been highly praised by BookTribe, Kirkus, BlueInk Review, Self-Publishing Review, and many others. Originally from the UK, Ellis now lives in New South Wales, Australia.
Dr. Monique Gliozzi
FORESIGHT, HUNTED, VESTIGE, HIDDEN, REQUITAL, ONCE IS NEVER ENOUGH
Author of nine books, Monique Gliozzi is known for her fast-paced, action-packed thrillers. Gliozzi has received high acclaim for her books, and made numerous media appearances, including Australia's CBS Radio, This Week in America, Radio Fremantle FM 107.9, Hollywood Book Reviews, Western Suburbs Weekly, as well as multiple reader and book-review blogs. Gliozzi resides in Perth where she works as a psycatrist, and as well as a professor at the UWA School of Psychiatry.
We're Seeing Stars
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.
Ali Williams
The Glorious Responsibility of Happiness
My experience working with Tellwell was absolutely amazing. From the initial phone call to bringing it to reality - they have been highly professional and highly knowledgeable in their fields. Putting aside how wonderful the actual people are, the process they use is so simple. I couldn't have chosen a better company to publish through.
Peta-Ann Wood
What Happens When They Don't Grow Back
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.
Daniel Stolfi
The Comedian VS Cancer
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.
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’re an excellent choice for authors who value professional expertise, exceptional quality, and a supportive team approach to publishing.
Since 2015, Tellwell has published over 6,000 books. We have earned hundreds of 5-star reviews and multiple awards. Our acclaimed process—powered by our proprietary project-management software, Octavo—makes the publishing journey simple, empowering, and fun.
Why Publish With Tellwell?
Outstanding Reputation
Tellwell Publishing has won numerous awards. We have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau 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 offering authors 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
Each Story Shapes the World.
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