From the frozen rivers of New Hampshire to quiet farms, old mill towns, and deeply rooted communities, our books are shaped by the landscapes that hold their stories.
We publish stories that entertain, illuminate, comfort, challenge, and stay with readers long after the final page.
Every title is developed with care, from editorial direction and interior design to cover art, production, and the final reader experience.
As a small New Hampshire press, we value creative vision, meaningful partnerships, and the freedom to champion books that deserve to exist.
Every book starts with a voice, an idea, or a story that refuses to be forgotten. We look for work with emotional truth, a clear purpose, and the power to stay with readers. The strongest projects are not simply marketable. They feel necessary.
Through thoughtful editorial development, we help each manuscript become the strongest version of itself while preserving the author’s voice and vision. Structure, pacing, clarity, consistency, and reader experience are considered together.
Cover design, interior formatting, typography, metadata, and production details come together to create a polished, professional book. Every choice should reflect the story inside and help the right reader recognize that the book belongs to them.
The finished book is prepared for distribution, booksellers, libraries, reviewers, events, and readers. Publication is not the end of the process. It is the moment the story begins finding the people who have been waiting for it.
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Honest companionship and hard-won guidance for families navigating crisis, grief, and survival.
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The trusted women who carried broth to the sickroom, sat beside the dying, and concealed murder in plain sight.
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A Guided Workbook for Healing, Reflection, and Moving Forward
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A Historical Crime Thriller from the World of Androscoggin After Dark
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Family Crisis Planning Kit
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A North Country Guide to Forest Bathing, Resilience, and Beginning Again
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We publish atmospheric fiction, romantic suspense, mystery, children’s books, memoir, practical nonfiction, regional history, and true crime. Across genres, we look for strong voices, meaningful stories, and books with a clear sense of place and purpose.
Most titles are available through major online booksellers, including Amazon, with additional bookstore, library, event, and direct-order availability varying by title. Visit our Books page for current formats and purchase links.
We consider a limited number of outside projects that align with our editorial vision, publishing standards, schedule, and production capacity. Authors should review the Publishing page and submission guidelines before sending an inquiry.
Yes. A limited number of digital and print review copies may be available to qualified reviewers, journalists, podcasters, booksellers, librarians, educators, and media professionals. Requests are evaluated individually and approval is not guaranteed.
Erica may be available for selected interviews, podcasts, bookstore events, library programs, panels, workshops, and speaking engagements. Visit the Media Center or Contact page with the topic, proposed date, format, and deadline.
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