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Welcome to 
Sunflower Trail Press

Sunflower Trail Press is an independent publisher creating cozy, artful books for readers who enjoy warmth, imagination, and calm.

Our books are crafted for clarity and sensory consideration, making them accessible to a wide range of readers.

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Our Books

At Sunflower Trail Press, each volume is cultivated with care and creativity.

Our list includes cozy picture books, imaginative series, and artful titles inspired by hobbies, self-care, animals, and nature.

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Imprint: Whiskers & Honey

Two happy house cats in Kansas use their imaginations to explore the world with curiosity and courage. 

Buddy and Ash The French Bistro Book Cover Two Cats imagine sharing a cafe table in Paris
Buddy and Ash The farmers market book cover Two cats in coveralls visiting vendor stalls at the farmer's market
Buddy and Ash Ash the Exterminator book cover. Ash is suited up in his exterminator gear ready to defend his garage from bugs

More stories are growing in the garden.

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G-Scale Garden Railroad
Track Plans 

By Scott Baker

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About Sunflower Trail Press

Rooted in wonder. Grown with care. Shared with Joy. 

Sunflower Trail Press became an LLC in June 2025 and is based in Wichita, Kansas. The press operates on a small, selective scale, with attention to editorial standards, visual composition, and consistency across titles. Sunflower Trail Press publishes physical books only, with close attention to print quality and tactile presentation.

Willa Fern, Editor-in-Chief

 

Willa Fern oversees editorial direction at Sunflower Trail Press, guiding each book from development through publication. Her work centers on structure and thoughtful pacing, allowing stories to speak for themselves.

 

Imprint Spotlight: Whiskers & Honey Press

 

Whiskers & Honey Press is the children’s imprint of Sunflower Trail Press, publishing picture books centered on curiosity and everyday exploration.

The imprint currently features the Buddy and Ash series, which follows two house cats as they investigate their surroundings, try new activities, and turn ordinary places into opportunities for discovery.

Who's Behind the Pages?

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Upcoming Events

Book launches and select events will be listed here as they are scheduled.

March
14 & 15
2026

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Sunflower Trail Press
at the Wichita Flea Market

A lovely chance to find books and gifts for readers, families, and cat-lovers.

May
1, 2026

Buddy and Ash Ash the Exterminator book cover. Ash is suited up in his exterminator gear ready to defend his garage from bugs
Buddy and Ash: Ash, the Exterminator -
Publishing Day

Ash trades his collar for a utility belt in this whisker-raising adventure! Themes include industriousness and resourcefulness.

TBD

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G-Scale Garden Railroad Track Plans -
Publishing Day

 This guidebook features ten original garden railroad track plans, practical tips, and lessons learned from real-life builds.

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Contact Us

For questions, inquiries, or general correspondence, please use the contact information below.

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