Book Lovers' New England: A Guide to Literary Landmarks

New England is one of the most storied regions of America, home to a host of literary icons. Who were the people behind the pages? Book Lovers' New England answers this question by bringing readers on a fascinating and lively tour of the places and locations that shaped the contributions of authors such as Louisa May Alcott, Mark Twain, Edith Wharton, Sylvia Plath, Robert Frost, and more. Structured as an interactive, fascinating compilation of day trips and opportunities to experience regional travel in a new way, the book offers rich literary history of America as centered in New England coupled with sumptuous photography. Book Lover’s New England is a one-of-a-kind literary road trip designed to inspire book lovers, travelers, and anyone curious about the creators behind the creative art.

Book Lovers' will explore primary places associated with New England authors such as homes, estates, museums, and commemorative sites with a descriptive scoop on the surrounding towns and cities that shaped their lives and art. The book will feature interest-worthy locations such as notable bookstores or libraries holding important author papers or manuscripts and each sidebar will be dedicated to famous books set in New England sites and streets—a book lover’s dream!

Sheila Moeschen is a photographer, writer, and passionate New Englander. She is the author of Boston and Beyond: Discovering Cities, Harbors, and Country Charms (Globe Pequot) and The League of Extraordinarily Funny Women: 50 Trailblazers of Comedy (Running Press). Her photography has been licensed for use on albums, for community and business media, fine art, as well as sold for prints and calendars. When she is not out with her camera, Sheila is busy writing. Her essays on humor, gender, and pop culture have appeared in publications including Belladonna Comedy, FanFare (Medium publication), and Niche Literary Magazine among others. She has been a guest on NPR and other podcast outlets. Sheila lives just outside of her beloved Boston, a wicked awesome town.