Here is our story.

Meet Dr. Janan Sarwar and Dr. Theary Chhim, two pharmacists with a shared vision to help healthcare professionals share their expertise through self-publishing.

Janan, an experienced publisher, and Theary, a design enthusiast, teamed up to start a self-publishing consulting company for their love of sharing stories. They're here to bridge the gap between healthcare and design, making the process accessible, engaging, and rewarding. Join them on a journey to share your knowledge and experiences, turning them into powerful stories that make not only a lasting impact in the healthcare world, but also to serve as the ultimate business card.


  • Co-Founder | Author | Publisher

    Janan Sarwar, PharmD, is a dynamic publishing professional and pharmacist based in Louisville, Kentucky. She is the CEO and founder of Global Bookshelves International, an independent publishing house focused on creating a more empathetic world. Janan is a TEDxOcala 2023 speaker, giving a speech on the transformative power of books and 2023 COLLIDER Artist-in-Residence for the Louisville Free Public Library. She has worked in the publishing industry since 2014, working within traditional and independent domains, publishing over 50 titles with over 200 authors.


  • Co-Founder | Designer | Pharmacist

    Meet Theary “Teery” Chhim, an innovative pharmacist with a lifelong passion for creativity. From tinkering with apparel sports design to diving into the world of UX/UI design, web and print, she's always had an artistic side. Theary embraced a career pivot to design and never looked back.

    Her mission is bridging the gap between healthcare and design. She's not just crafting visuals; she's crafting a better user experience. She's not just a designer; she's a connector, bringing people together to create a world where healthcare, design and storytelling go hand in hand.

Mission

Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals to share their expertise and stories with the world. We simplify publishing, making it accessible and inspiring positive change.

Vision

Our vision is simple: we're here to help healthcare professionals share their wisdom with the world through books. We believe everyone in the healthcare field has a unique story to tell, and we want to make publishing as straightforward and rewarding as possible for them.

Values

Commitment: We are committed to ensuring our services will deliver a finished product our healthcare professionals will be proud of.

Diversity and Inclusivity: We celebrate the diversity of perspectives within the healthcare profession and strive to be inclusive, ensuring that all voices are welcomed and valued.

Quality: We are committed to delivering high-quality publishing services that meet the unique needs and expectations of healthcare professionals and their audiences.