Erin Napier is a designer, author, and entrepreneur. Along with her husband, Ben Napier, she is the co-host of HGTV’s Home Town, co-author of Make Something Good Today and founding co-owner of their stores Laurel Mercantile Co. and Scotsman General Store & Woodshop. She lives in Laurel, Mississippi and she invites you to learn more at www.erinandben.co. Adam Trest is an illustrator and painter whose work is rooted in storytelling and a deep connection to place. Raised in Laurel, Mississippi, Adam draws inspiration from the landscapes, wildlife, and everyday moments of the American South. His illustrations are known for their warmth, narrative richness, and ability to invite viewers into scenes that feel both timeless and personal.Adam is the illustrator of The Lantern House, a New York Times bestselling picture book written by Erin Napier. His painterly approach often incorporates symbolic detail and layered meaning, reflecting his belief that every image should carry a story worth discovering.When he is not painting in his Laurel studio, Adam can be found exploring the woods with his daughters, collecting stories, or creating new work that celebrates the beauty of ordinary moments.
