About Us
A cozy publishing house
with a warm heart
Sunflower Trail Press LLC is an independent publisher creating books that feel good to read.
We focus on cozy, artful books inspired by:
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hobbies
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self-care
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animals
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nature
Our work is intentional and sensory-friendly.
Each book is designed with thoughtful color, careful composition, and subtle expression, offering a visually comforting reading experience.
Sunflower Trail Press is built for readers who enjoy quiet moments, gentle storytelling, and books that offer comfort rather than overwhelm. We value sincerity, clarity, and care in everything we publish.
INTENTIONAL CRAFT
Every detail matters. From color palettes to story pacing, each book creates a soothing reading experience.
SINCERITY
Stories rooted in wholesomeness, straightforwardness, and heart.
COZY WORLDS
Soft humor and storytelling create gentle landscapes,
and cozy worlds
to explore.
Whiskers & Honey
Whiskers & Honey Press publishes picture books designed to be enjoyed by both adults and children.
Inspired by classic Sunday funnies and Saturday morning cartoons, our stories feature memorable characters, gentle humor, and inviting worlds.
Our flagship series, Buddy and Ash, written and illustrated by C.C. Sunflower, follows two happy cats who live in a big house in Kansas.
Through imagination and everyday adventure, Buddy and Ash explore a sunny, safe world in this growing picture-book series.
Willa Fern
Willa C. S. Fern is the editor-in-chief of Sunflower Trail Press LLC. Her work brings together editorial leadership, archival rigor, and visual design, shaped by years of experience across publishing, libraries, and creative industries.
At Sunflower Trail Press, Willa oversees editorial direction, legal and production processes, and the long-term development of the Sunflower Empire, including the growing Buddy and Ash universe.