• A trail marker tree in Cherry Valley Township. An old oak tree in the forest with a number 4 shape, it is the inspiration for our company name. It is coated in snow.
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    Celebrating Our Story 17 Years Later

    On April 3rd of 2009, we published our first indie book without any expectations. We simply wanted to share a story. Over time, that one book led to another, and then another, until eventually we found ourselves building what is now 4 Oak Books. It’s been a slow, steady, and simple kind of growth. We followed our curiosity, writing and illustrating stories. Today, we’re taking a moment to look back at where it all started. Where Our Name Comes From The name 4 Oak Books comes from a real oak tree in the woods. It’s an old, overgrown tree shaped like the number 4. Years before (maybe centuries ago), someone…