At Starflower Press, our mission has always been to publish a diverse range of books that educate, inspire, heal, and entertain. Across our growing catalogue of nearly 40 titles covering health, conscious parenting, professional celebrancy, contemporary romance, women’s fiction, magical feminism, and children’s fiction, we believe that books are a form of portable magic capable of transforming lives.
This Autumn, that magic resonated on a massive scale. We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate a phenomenal milestone for our independent press: two of our recent releases have officially become Amazon Bestsellers!
Both of these books, written by Cumbrian-based author Veronika Sophia Robinson, climbed straight into the top tiers of their respective charts, proving that independent publishing has a powerful voice in the global marketplace.
Under The Starflower: A Book of Blessings by Veronika Sophia Robinson. Illustrated by Philippa Mulvany.
The Milestone: Top 10 Bestseller & Flawless Five-Star Rating
The Journey: Launched as a vital resource for independent funeral celebrants and grieving hearts, this book of verses captured immediate organic traction. On its launch day, it bypassed mainstream noise to strike a chord directly with professionals and individuals seeking comfort, securing its place firmly in the Top 10, Top 20, and Top 100 of its categories.
Why It Matters: Hitting the Top 10 means Under The Starflower has become a trusted companion in the celebrancy community, providing word medicine for those difficult moments when everyday language falls short.
Little Black Apples: A Whimsical Witch’s Wisdom for Creating a Beautiful Life Through Dark Storms and Wild Healing written by Veronika Sophia Robinson. Illustrated by Laura Whalen.
The Milestone: Top 50 Bestseller & Perfect 5.0-Star Launch
The Journey: Published just days ago under our new imprint, Driftwood Bay Books, this illustrated non-fiction self-help guide for women exploded onto the charts. Within its first 48 hours, it soared to #41 in Emotions Self-Help and #62 in Spiritual Self-Help eBooks, backed by a flawless 5.0-star rating from enthusiastic early readers.
Why It Matters: Melding deep emotional healing with whimsical full-colour artwork, Little Black Apples proved that readers are deeply hungry for visual, intuitive, and Nature-based paths to personal growth.
The Power of Independent Publishing
Reaching these chart positions alongside major global publishing houses is no small feat for a boutique press based in the heart of Cumbria. It’s a testament to the incredible community of readers, celebrants, seekers, and supporters who champion our books across all genres.
When you purchase a Starflower Press book, you aren’t just feeding an algorithm. You’re supporting independent author Veronika Sophia Robinson, dedicated artists, and intentional literature.
We want to extend our deepest gratitude to every single person who bought a copy, shared a post, or took the time to leave a heartfelt review during these launches. You made this milestone possible.
Both Under The Starflower and Little Black Apples are available worldwide in print and digital formats via Amazon, with paperbacks available globally through good bookshops and libraries.
Publishing this September, under the Hearts-in-Balance Equinox, is our latest title for independent celebrants: Write That Wedding Script.
