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Adopting the Forgotten: A Montana Moment
I drifted over, drawn by that familiar pull. The child and dad and I struck up a conversation about the people in the pictures, the quality of the images, the mystery in their eyes. And when they left, I stayed. For hours. Sorting, wondering. What was I looking for? Maybe a face, maybe a spark. Maybe just a reminder.

Jennifer Toelle
Jun 143 min read


Dust & Dyes: A Journey Through Grit, Glamour, and Grey Areas
Some stories grip your heart before you even realize it. This is one of those stories. The Sagacity Stories Series invites you into a...

Jennifer Toelle
Apr 263 min read


The Road Less Traveled: How Personal Growth and Unlearning Led to a Publishing Dream
I came into the world a little different. Prim and proper, I didn’t touch the “pretties.” I was the kid who beat to her own drum—too formal, too serious. A personality of contradictions— Quiet and outspoken, fancy and frumpy, perfect and messy.

Jennifer Toelle
Apr 133 min read


Forever the Researcher, Always the Dreamer
The Sagacity Stories series began with a whisper from the past and has evolved into a riveting blend of memoir, historical fiction, and trut

Jennifer Toelle
Apr 62 min read


Cultural Conversations, Macaroni Salad and Spam!
There’s something deeply comforting about sharing a meal with friends—especially new mom friends. Let’s be real: making friends as an adult

Jennifer Toelle
Mar 302 min read


Building an Entertainment Empire in the Garden City
Step into the dazzling world of vaudeville and high-class entertainment as Reaching for Reveries introduces readers to Proprietor Franklin J

Jennifer Toelle
Mar 232 min read


Colorful Characters—Let’s Meet Spider
Book 2 in the Sagacity Stories Series, Reaching for Reveries, is brimming with colorful characters. In blending history with fiction, I...
Janine Chellington
Mar 162 min read


A Little Girl Remembered: The Story of Olga
Her passing was not just a private sorrow—it was a tragedy that shook the Helena community.

Jennifer Toelle
Mar 82 min read


Tracing Roots to Butte and Remembrance
My grandfather passed away this week. I debated whether to write this blog at all, as my heart is heavy with grief...

Jennifer Toelle
Feb 282 min read


Mapping Missoula's Chinese History
After the New Year, the non-fun mail typically fades as holiday cards dwindle away. Then, earlier this month, I received a delightful...

Jennifer Toelle
Feb 233 min read


Remembering Jerry Ivey’s Dedication and Sacrifice: Why a True Crime Story Belongs at Janine Chellington Press
“Literature with depth and elegance.” That’s the standard I’ve set for Janine Chellington Press. But how does that fit with a true crime

Jennifer Toelle
Feb 162 min read


Jen’s Writing Journey
Looking back, the seeds of my creativity were planted early. As a Gen
X child of the 1980s, I was always drawn to visuals and storytelling

Jennifer Toelle
Feb 162 min read


Announcing Reaching for Reveries: The Next Chapter in Sena’s Journey
The wait is nearly over! If you were swept away by Zoetic Solace , you won’t want to miss the next installment in the Sagacity Series :...

Jennifer Toelle
Feb 142 min read


Pre-Order "Adopting the Forgotten" Now Through December 31
Jennifer Toelle's Adopting the Forgotten is a powerful journey of rediscovery and remembrance. This beautiful compilation of photographs...
Janine Chellington
Dec 22, 20241 min read


The Necessity of Biographies: Feeding the Soul and Fostering Empathy
Reading about the lives of others is an introspective journey
Janine Chellington
May 1, 20243 min read


The Timeless Appeal of Historical Fiction: A Journey Through Time
Exploring the Depths of Historical Fiction Step into a world of elegance and intrigue, where the past comes alive through the pages of...
Janine Chellington
May 1, 20242 min read


Connecting Through Stories: A Journey into the Human Experience
"Connecting Through Stories: A Journey into the Human Experience" In a world filled with distractions and constant noise, it is easy to...
Janine Chellington
May 1, 20242 min read
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