Curated Book Collections
Born & Raised | Fiction
These authors were born and raised in Maine, bringing an authentic and special knowledge of people, place, and details to their novels. Explore the literary world of Maine with a born-and-raised insider as your guide.
True Grit | Nonfiction
It's not always easy to live in Maine. These authors have stared down hard work, poverty, and isolation to continue on in the state they call home.
It's a Mystery | Crime Fiction
A good mystery gets your heart racing, keeps you up at night reading, and works your mind. And it's all the better when it's set in Maine.
Into the Woods | Nonfiction
The Maine woods and the great outdoors are both near-mythical places where reality and imagination create joy, challenge and wonder. These authors take you deep into the wilderness, guide you on lakes and rivers, and explore the trails and wildlife of their beloved state.
Ruth Moore | Fiction
Born and raised in the Maine fishing village of Gotts Island, Ruth Moore (1903–1989) emerged as one of the most important Maine authors of the twentieth century, best known for her authentic portrayals of Maine people and her evocative descriptions of the state.
Jack McMorrow | Fiction
Gerry Boyle's signature character, Jack McMorrow, is one of Maine's most iconic literary figures. Follow his exploits in Boyle's twelve novels
Bert & I | Humor
Marshall Dodge and Bob Bryan are the Godfather's of Downeast Humor. The Bert and I stories they created are now part of Maine's pop culture history.
