Ellen Byham

Author & Speaker

Ellen Byham

My journey to becoming an author took a long, winding road. I have always journaled, and I dabbled in some poetry now and then. I majored in biology and chemistry for my undergraduate work and could write a great lab report or research paper. After marriage and then graduation, I raised my six children for 25 years. During this time, I began writing devotionals and prayers for the missionaries our church supported. I realized that God was doing a work in me with writing, and I kept pursuing the path He had for me. Today, I have authored five of my own books, contributed to an anthology, and published three youth writing books under the name of my nonprofit, Beautiful Balance Inspirations, which I edited and helped create.

I culminated my joy of writing with the release of my first children’s book, Thistle, Bee, & Finch, in 2025. Elly Press officially opened, allowing me to continue independent, self-publishing pursuits.

Her latest release . . .

My first children’s book was released on March 21, 2025. Thistle, Bee, & Finch is my book in my new children’s Poetry in Nature series. It is a work of art showcasing nature, photography, illustrated art, and poetry. It is an unforgettable creation for children ages 2-12. Purchase your copy today. Elk and snowy owl coming soon!

Ellen’s Book Collection

Beautiful Balance

This was the first book in my writing journey. I looked to God to give me insights to share with friends who were struggling with anxiety and depression and friends who were enjoying peace. I pulled the two furthest points in life together through Beautiful Balance. Enjoy finding purpose and hope in God's two greatest commandments. Here in God’s word you find balance for body, mind, and spirit.

Blue Guitar: The Sound and Look of Creativity

My second work is part of an anthology of beautiful stories, poetry, and reflections from all over the world. My publisher pulled together many authors from his travels around the world and placed us altogether as one melody of writing in the Blue Guitar. My very first published poetry is part of this work. I am thankful to be included with so many wonderful authors.

The Time is Near

Devotional writing and creating memorable graphics to go with my piece is my passion. What I love to do has come together in my first full color devotional. I went outside the box of traditional devotional writing because God laid this on my heart. I pray you enjoy the beauty of the work as you grow spiritually from the reflections I prepared. Purchase the companion journal to help record your journey.

I finally did it! I created my first self-published devotional. Touched by the King, Devotions from Esther is a passion that came to life in this full-color, 1-month devotional study through Esther. I designed everything from the cover to the focus verse graphics. Enjoy the rich visual experience of this new book as you study through Esther.

Daniel, Courage in the Culture, and Nehemiah, Brick by Brick will release in the spring of 2025. They follow Touched by the King in my Captives Series. Watch for Ezekiel & Ezra, A Call to Holiness, to finish the Captive Series in the fall of 205.

Youth writing enrichment began as an idea for a youth writing contest in 2020 and has blossomed into three books featuring our local youth and showcasing their hidden talents in writing.

Connect with BBI

I would love to come and speak to your group about Beautiful Balance Inspirations, Ellen Author Visits, or Elly Press LLC publishing.

Here are some ideas for you to consider that I can do for your group:

  • Journal, devotional, or poetry writing workshops or retreats.

  • Kids, Teens, or Adult groups welcomed for visits.

  • Kid’s story with craft, poetry in nature focus.

  • Retreat weekend with a book of the Bible focus

  • Topical Bible-focus events (luncheons, dinners, & other events)

  • Leadership training workshops

  • Trauma Training for educators, schools, or churches.

  • Ellen is a certified life coach in Pennsylvania with a Master’s in

    Organizational Leadership from Geneva College.

  • Ellen has current clearances including fingerprinting.

  • Check out my Author Visits Page for more details.