About
An open window into the soul of Ukraine
The story behind Mountain Mill Editorial and its founder, Liudmyla Pytel.
The author
Hello — I am Liudmyla Pytel, a Ukrainian author and the heart behind this small, independent publishing house. I write and shape books that carry the culture, history and soul of Ukraine, so that our heritage is never forgotten and our traditions can cross borders.
From the epic myths and ancestral heroism of our people to the warmth of children’s stories, I create books so that new generations can grow up with the values of kindness, courage, and the ancient wisdom of our land.
Why we publish
We were founded with a single purpose: to be an open window into the culture, history and soul of Ukraine. Culture is resilience, and sharing our stories is the most powerful way to keep a nation’s identity alive.
For Ukrainian families far from home, our books are a way to pass language and tradition to their children. For everyone else, they are an invitation to discover a rich and ancient culture from the inside.
Our books
At the heart of our catalog is Ukrainian heritage: mythology and its creatures, legends and folk tales, Cossack lore, bedtime stories, and the traditions of the Ukrainian year — many available in English, Ukrainian, Spanish and more.
Alongside it we publish books that inspire curious young minds — from women in science to space adventures — because wonder, like heritage, deserves to be shared. Every title is available on Amazon worldwide.
“Culture is resilience, and sharing our stories is the most powerful way to keep a nation’s identity alive.”
— Liudmyla Pytel, Founder & author, Mountain Mill Editorial