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Featuring NH Writers' Project Authors

Welcome to the 2025 Holiday Showcase—your chance to discover, explore, and connect with the stories created by the NH Writers’ Project’s (NHWP) talented author community. As you browse, we invite you to slow down, click through, read a few pages, and meet the writers behind these books. Each title represents countless hours of imagination, research, revision, and heart—and your interest makes a real difference.

When you choose a book from this showcase, you’re not just finding a great read or meaningful gift; you’re supporting local authors and helping their work reach new readers across New Hampshire and beyond.

So dive in, follow your curiosity, and enjoy getting to know the voices and visions that make our literary community shine.

Happy Holidays—and happy exploring!

P.S. Are you a NHWP author who would like to see your book included in the Author Holiday Showcase? If yes, please complete our Submission Process. 

Fiction

Immerse yourself in stories that spark imagination, transport you to new worlds, and illuminate the human experience. From heart-pounding adventures to tender character-driven tales, these books make thoughtful, timeless gifts for every reader on your list.

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Sequins & Starlight

by Margaret Porter

Romance

In London, where theatre lights blaze with promise, desire and ambition put two wary hearts to the ultimate test. An absorbing tale of artistic resilience, family loyalty, and the courage to defy expectations. “A page-turning romance.” Kirkus Reviews
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Staged for Murder

by Ellen H. Reed

Mystery

Beth Bailey’s life crumbles when her husband leaves her for his “soulmate.” As the new artistic director of a historic New Hampshire opera house, she thinks feuding board members and stage mothers are trouble—until someone is murdered.
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But I Already Said Goodbye

by Wendy Jensen

Fiction

Amber, a 19 year-old animal welfare activist, while learning to speak up for mistreated, neglected, and forgotten animals, gains the courage to face her own dark secret.
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Virtuous Women

by Ann Goltz

Fiction

The eldest daughter of a Quiverfull family. Her naïve new stepmother. The patriarch who controls them both. Discover the terrible price paid by women who have no choice but to be virtuous.
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Hilltop Reunion

by Kathleen D. Bailey

Romance

Jillian Despres fled Hilltop, New Hampshire as soon as she could. But when a crisis threatens, she finds herself back in her hometown, for Christmas, and in the arms of a man who she knows is too good for her.
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The Weight of Snow and Regret

by Liz Gauffreau

Fiction

Told with compassion and humor, The Weight of Snow & Regret tells the poignant story of the closure of the last poor farm in Vermont in 1968 and what it means to care for others in a rapidly changing world.
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Silicon Kings

by J. L. Long

Science Fiction

Set in the not-so-distant future, SILICON KINGS explores the limits of technology, capitalism, masculinity, and other American ideals through the story of the complex and ever-shifting relationship between two men in Silicon Valley.
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Perilous Privilege

by Skip Carter

Historical Fiction

In 253 Gallienus is unexpectedly named co-emperor, tasked with defending the western Roman empire against invasions, suppressing civil wars by ambitious provincial governors. He also deals with restive Senate and women willing to use any means to advance personal interests.
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Loving Remains

by Esmeralda Stone

Romance

A contemporary romance mystery set around the funeral industry, Loving Remains is a funny, sweet, spicy book that will have you cheering on the main characters and will leave you feeling satisfied.
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The Disappointment of Annie Brooks

by R.L. Napolitano

Fiction

Annie Brooks, a well known resident in Yarmouth has been approached by Laura Kingston, a local reporter, to do a story on her life. Annie has secrets she never wants known. Laura has questions she needs answers to.
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The Common Hours

by Debra Anne LeClair

Historical Fiction

A mystical time-travel tale that lands Lindsay McDonnell between her Irish ancestors battling for independence from the Tudor Crown, and her love for one of the queen’s most trusted advisors.
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Trespassers and Other Stories

by Áine Greaney

Fiction

The stories in "Trespassers" move back and forth between coastal New England and Ireland. The stories' characters, aged 16 - 86, struggle to reconcile past and present, place and displacement, loss and hope.
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The Talking Drum

by Lisa Braxton

Fiction

The Talking Drum is about three New England families in the 1960s and how their lives are affected when urban redevelopment takes a neighborhood. It explores intra-racial, class, and cross-cultural tensions, along with the meaning of community and belonging.
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The Hidden Game

by Richard Groves

Thriller/Horror

An assistant professional football coach suspects the game is being rigged, stumbles upon the ruthless group responsible and must decide how much he is willing to risk to uncover the truth.
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The Moment

by David Duford

Thriller/Horror

Doctor Angela Andersen combines psychiatric care and virtual reality to allow That Moment Inc’s clients to relive any moment from their life in five-dimensional clarity. But beware, dear reader. This highly-addictive therapy can kill you…in the real world.
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The Oracle Files: Escape

by Masheri Chappelle

Mystical Realism

In 1839, Elizabeth Beeson is a psychic slave who passes for white. She holds a mystical secret that could end slavery as she battles a ghost, racism, and the choice to save herself or her people.
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The Shopkeeper of Alsace

by Laura Knoy

Fiction

The Shopkeeper of Alsace follows Sarah, a Jewish immigrant who builds a successful life in France after fleeing Poland following WWI. When WWII arrives, she draws upon the lessons of her girlhood. The novel explores identity, survival, and moral courage.
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A Great Reckoning

by Dale T. Phillips

Mystery

When Zack's friend is attacked, his anger overflows to revenge. The trouble is, the people responsible are part of a large, untouchable criminal organization. Zack undertakes his own illegal acts, but he is woefully unprepared to mount a solitary war.
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The Snow Lies Deep

by Paula Munier

Mystery

Mercy & Elvis are back—and now they’re investigating the bizarre Winter Solstice-themed murders plaguing Northshire. As the clock counts down to New Year’s, they must catch The Yuletide Killer before he strikes again, this time far closer to home.
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The Burzee Rose

by Alan Lindsay

Fantasy

Tired of always starting over, Morris, Tanya, and Jamine need the help of actual elves and a time vortex to uncover the secrets of family history that will keep the Little United Nations of this step family from falling apart.
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Magical Journey

by Richard Haskell

Historical Fiction

American history comes alive to 13-year-old Ricky during a seven-month journey in a converted school bus through all 48 states in 1952. While helping his father give magic shows, he discovers that people make America magical.
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The Blackest Time

by Ken Tentarelli

Historical Fiction

Set during the onset of the Black Plague, The Blackest Time follows young Gino Liani as he navigates famine, devastation, and injustice in Florence, emerging as an unexpected protector whose courage and compassion spark hope amid history’s darkest hours.
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Splintered River

by E.H. Jacobs

Fiction

After a Black teen is shot by a white cop in Louisiana, the nation edges toward chaos as extremists and politicians exploit the crisis. A grieving mother, a justice, a journalist, and the vice president’s institutionalized spouse must battle to pull America back.
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Going Over

by Josh Bresslin

Fiction

Aquil Jones is poised for a national wrestling contract—until aging wrestler Garrett Chambers reenters the ring to claim the same dream. Their rivalry ignites a dangerous battle where ambition, ego, and staged violence collide, blurring the line between performance and reality.
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Cave Creek

by Helen DePrima

Mystery

Journalist Jess Kennard’s foster daughter stole a horse. Or so it seemed. When Stacy’s bones surface close to home, Jess offers long-time friend Louisville Det. Joe Schuler her equine industry knowledge. Unfortunately, her investigative reputation soon puts her in danger.
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Carcrash Parker and the Haven of Larpers

by Ian M. Rogers

Fantasy

Glimrick Therrinbottom, humble bard and devoted LARPer, teams up with vintage video game collector Carcrash Parker to win back Carcrash's beloved Commodore 64 from a gang of very real-world bullies in a fantasy version of small-town New Hampshire.
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The Blighted Mission

by E. Chris Ambrose

Thriller

A disgraced British anthropologist turns to YouTube for redemption, but vengeful treasure hunters have other plans. Will Nigel discover the lost mission, or meet a sticky end in the mountains of Mexico? He prays his new partner doesn’t pull the trigger.
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Go Home

by Terry Farish & Lochan Sharma

Young Adult

The three teens become torn by loyalties to family and beliefs about who belongs in their NH town when an immigrant family moves in. KidLit603 writes that Go Home “goes deep and humanizes characters on both sides of the immigration debate. Essential reading!”
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Manufacturing Artificial Intelligence Agency (M.A.I.A.)

by W.D. Shipley

Science Fiction

M.A.I.A. is a fast-paced dystopian thriller where an elite soldier with a forbidden memory and a fearless medic fight an AI-controlled military regime. Underground resistance, erased identities, and a dangerous love collide as they race to keep their humanity.
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Deep Lake House

by DJ Geribo

Fiction

In this collection of stories from author DJ Geribo, the House, acting as the narrator, shares vivid and detailed memories of the captivating guests who’ve stayed at Deep Lake House over the span of nearly a century.
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Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters

by Cynthia Neale

Historical Fiction

Catharine Montour, an unsung Iroquois and French heroine who lived during the French and Indian War and the American Revolution navigates the turbulent times of colonial America and saves her village from destruction. A story of intrigue, love, and redemption.
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We Chose Resistance

by Margie Bucheit

Historical Fiction

We Chose Resistance takes readers into wartime rural France, where a small, courageous volunteer force defies the occupying enemy. As danger rises, victory brings betrayal, loyalties shift, and long-held beliefs are tested in the fight to reclaim their homeland. Vive la Résistance!
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The Book of The Wounded Healers

by Joseph Carrabis

Healing

How many heartbeats does it take to change the world? Mathematical linguist Ben Matthews finds out when three aliens offer to help him find his missing child.
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Nonfiction

Discover true stories, practical wisdom, and powerful perspectives that inform, inspire, and ignite curiosity. From memoir and history to self-help and investigative works, these books offer meaningful, memorable gifts for readers who crave real-world insight.

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An Only Child No More - Discovering My New Family at 54

by Martha Levallee

Memoir

This poignant, uplifting memoir describes the emotional journey of a middle-aged woman who receives an unexpected email, and suddenly learns that her now-deceased parents had kept secret from her the fact that she has a half-brother.
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Behind the Maltese Cross

by Garrie Madison Stoutimore

Nonfiction

A compelling blend of memoir and investigative storytelling that takes readers into the heart of the firefighting world, weaving personal growth with the raw, often untold stories of firefighters on the front lines, balancing moments of humor, heartbreak, and triumph.
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Udder Nonsense: More Tales from Frost Heaves

by Fred Marple

Humor

Fred Marple presents hilarious tales from Frost Heaves, the most under-appreciated town in New Hampshire: truculent ducks, thwarted romance, a lost Santa, bingo scandals, and more. It’s small town humor from one of New England’s favorite storytellers.
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How Not to Fly an Airplane: A Female Pilot's Journey

by Shirley M. Phillips

Autobiography/Memoir

This memoir is about my journey as a fourteen-year-old taking flying lessons before I could drive. It’s about how flying empowered me to deal with engine failures and student pilots’ mistakes while giving me the confidence to handle life’s challenges on the ground.
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Becoming Italian: Chapter and Verse from an Italian American Girl

by Linda Dini Jenkins

Autobiography/Memoir

Becoming Italian follows an Italian American girl from suburban New York as she writes her way toward understanding herself, her family, and her place in the world. Blending humor, regret, and redemption, this memoir-in-prose-and-poetry offers a timeless immigrant story.
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A New Song, A Christian Perspective to Bring Love and Life Back Into Your Marriage

by Miriam Hampton

Nonfiction

In A New Song, Miriam shares how refocusing, releasing her husband to God, and renewal through personal growth, God has brought her from a codependent alcoholic marriage to the healthy, loving partnership she and her husband share today.
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Live Free and Hike: Finding Grace on 48 Summits

by Linda Magoon

Nonfiction

After ending her toxic marriage, the author rediscovers her autonomy and begins to climb all 48 of New Hampshire's 4,000+ peaks. A candid and humorous story of resilience, connection with nature, and personal growth, highlighting the transformative power of hiking.
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Buried New Hampshire

by Rick Davidson and Bill Thompson

NH Stories & Legends

This intriguing book uncovers the stories behind some of NH’s intriguing burial sites. A heartfelt blend of historical research, local lore, and thoughtful reflection, this book offers readers a fresh perspective on New Hampshire’s history and cultural landscape.
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The Lunchbox Theory: Lessons Learned from Trauma and Abuse

by Michael Skinner

Autobiography/Memoir

A deeply personal memoir that confronts the devastating impact of childhood abuse, including being sexually trafficked. More than a personal narrative. It is a call to action for trauma-informed awareness for professionals and a message of compassion for all.
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Covered Bridges of New Hampshire

by Kim Varney Chandler

Nonfiction

Covered Bridges of New Hampshire is a must have book for covered bridge enthusiasts and historians. The book is an engaging and well-illustrated history of the remaining covered bridges in the Granite State. It is the most comprehensive history of New Hampshire’s covered bridges in print.
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A Deep Presence: 13,000 Years of Native American History

by Robert Goodby

Nonfiction

Almost 13,000 years ago, small groups of Paleoindians endured frigid winters by a river in what would become Keene, New Hampshire. This begins a remarkable story told using evidence from archaeology, written history, and the traditions of today's Abenaki people.
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Outsmart, Outserve and Order Up!: Guerrilla Marketing Tactics for Culinary Operators

by Heather Turner

Nonfiction

Outsmart, Outserve, and Order Up! is a practical guide for restaurant owners and operators who want to grab attention and fill seats. This book offers creative, low-cost ideas to help you stand out and turn into revenue opportunities.
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Hattie Cotton School: The last teacher's first-hand experiences of the 1957 bombing and aftermath

by Stephen MacKenzie

Nonfiction

After a Black teen is shot by a white cop in Louisiana, the nation edges toward chaos as extremists and politicians inflame division. A grieving mother, a justice, a journalist, and the vice president’s institutionalized spouse fight to pull America back from the brink.
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The Angle of Flickering Light

by Gina Troisi

Nonfiction

A memoir about parental deception and infidelity that explores what it means for a girl to run recklessly into womanhood, clinging to any version of love, making temporary homes for herself again and again before finally becoming rooted.
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My First Eighty Years

by Edward Rowan

Memoir

This memoir chronicles an eighty-year journey as a student, physician, museum professional, traveler, and writer. From camp bugler and squirrel trapper to patient and doctor, these vignettes are all parts of one man's life story.
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Rec-League Softball

by Dave Agans

Sports Humor

Funny softball dictionary for your favorite recreational player, including Beer: miracle substance that relieves a player’s anxiety about failure while simultaneously causing failure, and Subs: players who replace the starting team when the puddles on the field get too deep.
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Unconverted: Memoir of a Marriage

by Polly Merritt Ingraham

Memoir

In lyrical prose and a voice that's candid and warm, this is the story of an extroverted agnostic remaining true to herself through three decades of marriage to a rising clergyman, while raising three children and adjusting to four relocations.
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Poetry

Experience language at its most distilled and expressive. These collections offer moments of reflection, wonder, and emotional depth—beautiful gifts for readers who appreciate lyrical storytelling, vivid imagery, and the art of capturing big meaning in small, powerful lines.

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The Sleeping Dogs of Lubec

by Rodger Martin

Poetry

The Sleeping Dogs of Lubec, Martin's fifth collection, as the title indicates, finds a canine somewhere in each poem except one out of respect of felines. Remember there is a reason for that saying, "Let sleeping dogs lie."
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With Little Light and Sometimes None at All

by Richard Foerster

Poetry

Part lament, part benediction, With Little Light and Sometimes None at All received a Gold Medal at the 2024 Independent Publishers of New England Book Awards. Foerster’s language—gorgeous, witty, dire, often all at once—lights up everything it touches.
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Remembrances

by Ala Khaki

Poetry

Remembrances, …, is a poetic window into life inside Iran’s notorious Evin prison, by Ala Khaki, an Iranian-American poet. He was betrayed by a friend for being the author of some of the resistance poetry that used to be distributed underground in universities in Iran.
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Youth

Dive into stories that inspire curiosity, encourage big feelings, and celebrate the joy of discovery. From whimsical adventures to empowering, character-building journeys, these books make meaningful, lasting gifts for the young readers in your life.

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Journey To Layamon

by Stephen Curtin

Children's Fiction

When a new wand in wizard Morgalderon's ruthless hands gives him the power to destroy an enchanted land, a brave girl and boy must seek magic of their own to try to stop him.
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The Curse of the Crummy Mummy

by Thomas Tosi

Middle Grade

“A sprightly tale of self-discovery that's both affecting and endearing,” says Kirkus Reviews. Bernard is thrilled to star opposite his crush in the class mummy movie—until his overbearing mother steps in as substitute teacher and takes over as the film’s ruthless director. 2025 People’s Choice New Hampshire Literary Awards Middle-Grade
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Mr. Higgins to the Rescue

by David Preece & Jim Webber

Children's Fiction

When Jim and David rescue a shy black terrier named Mr. Higgins, they believe they’re giving him a home—but soon discover he’s rescuing them instead. Through kindness, patience, and empathy, Mr. Higgins teaches his new family—and a lonely neighborhood boy—that everyone, human or animal, has special needs worth loving.
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Cassandra's Slippers

by Cathleen Coburn, illustrated by Jackie Foster

Children's Picture Book

Told in whimsical rhymes, with enchanting illustrations, Cassandra, a budding ballerina, faces unexpected challenges just before her debut! But, will that stop our Cassandra, or will creative thinking save the day?
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Trucker Kid

by Carol Gordon Ekster & Illustrated by Russ Cox

Children's Fiction

Athena thinks her truck-driving dad has the coolest job, but her classmates disagree—until she teaches them why it matters. This uplifting story highlights an overlooked career and shows how understanding grows through education, thoughtful listening, and engaging, figurative-language-rich storytelling.
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The Stuttering Magician

by Jay MacNamee

Children's Fiction

Using cleverly rhymed couplets, this 12-minute audiobook tells a humorous and heartfelt story that helps build self-esteem in kids who stutter while encouraging greater empathy and understanding among their peers. Proceeds benefit the National Stuttering Association.
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Super Human

by Dan Pouliot

Young Adult

NH Lit Awards FINALIST, Super Human is a YA supernatural fantasy adventure in the spirit of The Karate Kid meets Escape to Witch Mountain. At intersection of supernatural and human potential, new friends Will and Lily find promise, chaos, and danger. Can he awaken his super human potential?
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