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Bella’s passion for books began at a very young age. Before she even learned to read herself, she cherished the moments when her parents, grandmother, older sister, or anyone willing would read to her. Among her childhood favorites were Curious George by H.R. Rey and Tikki Tikki Tembo by Arlene Mosel. The joy she felt mastering and reciting the full name of Tiki Tiki Tembo stayed with her through the years.

Her love for books and writing deepened during her elementary school days. She engaged in letter-writing to a pen pal in Mexico, maintained a diary, excelled in the library’s summer reading program, and clinched victory in the spelling bee during her small hometown’s 250th Anniversary Celebration in 1984. The turning point occurred in sixth grade when her poem earned a spot in a published collection after winning a poetry contest.

Throughout her junior high and high school years and beyond, her passion for books and writing persisted. In tenth grade, her English teacher, Mrs. Mellon, noted the grace in her writing style, “you have a beautiful style to your writing. It flows beautifully. Although you wrote about a very difficult and painful subject matter, you wrote it with grace…” Rediscovering her childhood dream in 2015, she joyfully responded to a Facebook ad to become a contributing author to 365 Moments of Grace, kickstarting her career as a published author. She continued to contribute to subsequent volumes, in the 365 Book Series such as 365 Life Shifts: Pivotal Moments that Changed Everything, Goodness Abounds: 365 True Stories of Loving Kindness, and 365 Soulful Messages the Right Guidance at the Right Time.

Her wisdom and quotes found a place in the bestselling book Soul-Hearted Living: A Year of Sacred Reflections and Affirmations for Women by Dr. Debra Reble. Referrals from her healing work and “Warrior Goddess Training” workshops led her to co-author Dr. Geri Magee’s book, Calling All Earth Angels and Healers.

In 2021, her first solo book, Behind the Masked Smile: A Survivor’s Quest for Love,” marks a significant milestone. It also made it to the Amazon bestseller list and Hot New Release lists. She is currently working on her second solo book and collaborating on her tenth co-authored book, Bella embodies the belief that dreams do come true.

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A beautiful highlight of the human spirit after abuse

“A riveting true-life tale of moving through intense darkness into the light. Isabella shows the raw, exposed wounds left by abuse through her poetry and writings, and gorgeously shows the way toward wellness. The story begins with the pain of childhood leading to death wishes for herself and moves toward Isabella beginning to open up to the possibility of a different life. With the poem “Who Is She?” Isabella simultaneously highlights her lost self and expresses openness to discovering who she really is. Perhaps my favorite line in the whole book is not part of a poem, though her poems reflect the essence of it: “Victory came when I stopped looking outside of myself and found love, acceptance, and approval of myself.” I don’t know a better resolution to a hero’s journey than that. “”
Maria T. Rothenburger, PhD
Bestselling author of Transcending Infertility

"I highly recommend Isabella’s book to anyone who wants to better understand the effects of trauma on a personal level and to be inspired by Isabella’s story and how she transformed from victim to victor."

“In Behind the Masked Smile, Isabella takes us through her raw, intimate, and profound inner-journey of how she processed painful traumatic events in her life. Oftentimes, when we see people who have been through extensive trauma go about their daily lives, we forget that what we see on the outside doesn’t necessarily convey the deep hurt they are experiencing. Isabella gives us the rare opportunity to take a peek behind the mask into the heart and mind of a woman who has lived through rape, physical abuse, and profound loss and injury. She moves and inspires us by using her gifts to rise above it all through her life’s work as a writer, poet, and intuitive healer.  Isabella had the courage to drop her mask so that others who may be going through difficult times know they are not alone in their pain. She also reminds readers to look beyond the surface and have compassion for people who have had to live through deeply painful internal experiences. I highly recommend Isabella’s book to anyone who wants to better understand the effects of trauma on a personal level and to be inspired by Isabella’s story and how she transformed from victim to victor.”
Lisa Anna Palmer
Founder & CEO, Light Your Leadership Inc.

A multifaceted journey that starts and ends with intense emotion

“Behind the Masked Smile is more than a book; it is a multifaceted journey that starts and ends with intense emotion. It begins with power: power that is taken away, power that is given away. It ends with power: reclamation of personal power and the exploration of inner strength in the face of heart-wrenching loss. Isabella Rose shares her experiences through her powerful poetry, to the point that one could step inside her emotions and empathize with each word. It is a work of art, much like the author herself.”
Leslie Sampson
Certified Psychic Medium

"The author is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and offers hope where there seems to be none."

“Once I started reading, I couldn’t stop. I recommend this book to individuals and friends and families affected by abuse, addiction, and other trauma. It contains heartbreaking poetry that many survivors of sexual assault can relate to, as well as moving accounts of the author’s addiction, her attempts to escape a lifetime of abuse, her desperate need to be loved even as old cycles repeat themselves, and ultimately, her discovery of true love in herself, in a higher power, and in a healthy relationship. This collection of personal essays and poetry following the incredible transitional life of the author is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and offers hope where there seems to be none.”

Jessica Lucci
Author, proofreader, editor
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Isabella shares with heartfelt authenticity...I love her joyful heart, powerful spirit, and her message that we are never alone! "

“In Behind the Masked Smile, Isabella shares with heartfelt authenticity the emotional, physical, and sexual trauma of her young life–the ongoing challenges of finding real love, overcoming substance abuse, and ultimately, discovering the power of self-love.  She includes an intimate collection of poems from her early teen years and beyond, in an expression of the turmoil that surrounded her.  The challenges described are familiar to many people yet may be difficult to acknowledge and ask for help.  Isabella is a gifted healer of several modalities, and her book is truly an inspiration.  I love her joyful heart, powerful spirit, and her message that we are never alone! “
Annie Price
Author and Founder of Soul Soaring

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