Romantasy Writer I Poet I Speaker

Julia Střelou (J. Střelou) grew up without electricity in a primitive hippie commune formed after the 1973 Aquarius Festival in Nimbin, Australia. She now calls Queenstown, New Zealand, home.

Without the electrical gadgets other children have growing up, Střelou spent her time reading, writing, and creating magical worlds.

 Střelou's messages have resonated with her readers, making her a popular "Instagram poet." Millions of people around the world have shared her signature black-and-white quotes. 

She founded the Inspirational Women Awards, an event that elevates and celebrates women while raising funds and awareness about domestic violence.

Awards

“Social Impact Innovator,” Spirit of Whakatipu Awards 2024

New Zealander of the Year Medalist 2023

Finalist in the Women of Influence New Zealand 2022

Press - Julia Strelou

Poet heals trauma through writing,’ Stuff

Women of influence,’ Metropol

‘DV survivour opens conversation,’ Crux

Live poetry reading on The Guilty Feminist

‘From the commune to the come back’ with Julia Strelou, The Curve Podcast

The Luke Farr Show with Julia Strelou

Press - Inspirational Women Awards

Seeking wahine for awards - Otago Daily Times

Inspiring Women Awarded - Otago Daily Times

12 named as finalists in women’s awards - Crux

Inspirational Women Revealed - Otago Daily Times