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 two of my own books, became part of an anthology, and bloomed with two youth writing books compiled under the name of my nonprofit, Beautiful Balance Inspirations, which I edited and helped create.

Her latest release . . .

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.

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.

Youth writing enrichment began as an idea for a youth writing contest in 2020 and has blossomed into two youth winners’ books that feature our local youth and reveal their hidden talents for writing.

Connect with BBI

I would love to come and speak at your church or group about Beautiful Balance Inspirations and the stories that connect us through Jesus and His amazing grace.

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

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

  • Retreat weekend with a book of the Bible focus

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

  • Leadership training workshop (certificates offered, 3 C.E.U’s)

  • Trauma Training for educators, school or church focus.

  • Ellen is a certified life coach in Pennsylvania with a Masters in

    Organizational Leadership from Geneva College.

  • Ellen teaches Creative Writing at Crawford Christian Academy in Meadville, PA. She is on family leave for 2024/25 with our family cancer crisis.