Who/What

Who We Are

We are writers. Passionate about our craft, we live to write. Writing is not just a hobby for us. We are professionals; we write to live and make part or all of our living as writers. We’re happy to share our work and our stories with you.

About the Blog

We are building a community of writers. As much as we love writing, it can be a lonely job. We are here to connect and help other writers connect. Together we share information, ideas and our experiences as writers.

We cover the business and craft of writing. Our range of topics is wide, from goal setting, planning and getting organized to personal branding and selling. We invite other writers to comment and share their experiences.

Our key goals are to help ourselves, each other and other writers plan better, write better, market better and sell work. We warmly welcome newcomers who are trying to break into the business. We are here to support anyone who is or aspires to be a professional writer.

… and yes, from time to time we are delighted to welcome guest posts. If you would like to share your expertise with our readers, please review our Guest Blogger Guidelines and then contact us at info@nhwritersnetwork.com. Depending on the time of year, it will take us anywhere from a few days to a week to get back to you. Thank you for your interest!

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94 Responses

on May 18, 2010 at 11:04 pm | Reply Gig Girl

This is great – looking forward to more posts!
- on May 22, 2010 at 8:04 pm | Reply susannye
  
  Thanks Cortney – we’ll be posting at least 4 days a week so stop back often! …Susan
- on May 27, 2010 at 8:36 am | Reply susannye
  
  Thanks Cortney – For now we’ll be posting Monday through Thursday. We’ll try to post interesting links on Friday as well. Take care – Susan
on May 20, 2010 at 4:55 pm | Reply Jamie Lee

Wendy,
You never cease to amaze me. Very cool new venture. Love to be part of it. You rock!
on May 22, 2010 at 9:59 am | Reply Sasha Wolfe

I’m very interested.

How do I link this to my FaceBook page?
- on May 27, 2010 at 8:34 am | Reply susannye
  
  Sasha, Great! Thanks to Lee we now have our “Share” button up. Take care, Susan
on May 24, 2010 at 8:30 pm | Reply Diana Taylor

Susan,

This is awesome! Can I be a part of it even though I don’t live in NH anymore?

Diana Taylor
Pug At The Beach
Delray Beach, FL
(formerly of Keene and before that Elkins)
- on May 24, 2010 at 11:56 pm | Reply susannye
  
  Diana – of course you can! We would be delighted to have you. I’ll give your name and email to Wendy and she will add you to our distribution list. Hope all is well in sunny FL. It’s like summer up here – unbelievable plus fewer than usual black flies! Take care, Susan
on June 1, 2010 at 11:23 am | Reply Roxie J. Zwicker

What a wonderful idea for a group. I am very much interested in learning more and becoming part of the group. I am currently working on my 5th book, and I am always looking to learn and experience more.

Roxie
on July 21, 2010 at 7:35 am | Reply heellis72

I am so fortunate to have found your blog!

I love to write and have dedicated the past two years to learning as much as I can about the craft. I’d wager that I’ve spent half that time educating myself on the topics of agents, publishing and marketing. I had no idea writing a novel was more than just stringing sentences together!

I live in Peterborough and at times have felt very isolated from the rest of the writing world. I’m pleased to find a blog that shows the reality of the writing industry, and that people local to me have found success.

Looking forward to many new posts!

Heidi
on July 24, 2010 at 1:49 pm | Reply Lee Laughlin

Welcome Heidi!

Maybe we’ll see you at one of our meetings in the fall?

Lee
- on July 24, 2010 at 5:23 pm | Reply heellis72
  
  Absolutely!
on September 22, 2010 at 11:47 am | Reply ReadersHeaven

Hi, nice to meet you !
on December 1, 2010 at 1:12 pm | Reply scotianightpoetry

Hi,

Very interesting blog – puts my own to shame, but maybe I’ll get there some day.

Looking forward to coming back again and again and reading your interesting pieces.

Thanks for brightening up my snow-filled days here in Scotland, UK.

Brian
on December 8, 2010 at 9:46 am | Reply Suddenly Jamie

@scotiannightpoetry – Don’t put your blog down … it’s a very different beast & one that’s filled with beautiful images and stirring phrases. I’m a lousy poet myself, so I am full of admiration for anyone who pursues that particular writing deva with passion and courage.

Thanks for coming by – hope to see you around!
- on December 8, 2010 at 7:22 pm | Reply Brian
  
  Hi,
  
  Thanks for the kind words of encouragement. Hope that you and yours have an enjoyable and peaceful holiday..
  
  all the very best,
  
  Brian.
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on March 7, 2011 at 4:04 pm | Reply Laura

Can someone tell me when your next meeting is? Can anyone attend?
- on March 30, 2011 at 3:39 pm | Reply susannye
  
  Laura – We’re running as fast as we can but have not been able to get it together for face-to-face meetings. For now we are a cyber-community but may change that in the future. Thanks for visiting with us…Susan
on April 29, 2011 at 9:10 pm | Reply Craig Thompson

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on April 30, 2011 at 4:05 pm | Reply hotshawty

I enjoyed you blg. I think I will start writting my journal. I had stoped for a while but your points are totally on target and so I should give it another try..http://compyropa.wordpress.com
on May 23, 2011 at 10:35 am | Reply Matt

We are launching a new Social Networking site for people who enjoy writing. Chainbooks.com will bring writers from all over the world together by writing books, one chapter at a time. I believe this is something you and your members may want to take part in. Please email me to matt.e@chainbooks.com and I can send you more information. Thank you for your time and hope to hear from you soon.
on June 15, 2011 at 9:34 am | Reply devonellington

I’d love to do a guest post for you. I’m a full-time writer who publishes under a half a dozen names in both fiction and non-fiction. My plays are produced in London, Edinburgh, and Australia, and my latest release is a romantic suspense from Champagne Books. You can visit my blog, Ink in My Coffee: http://devonellington.wordpress.com, or contact me at devon – at – devonellingtonwork – dot- com.

I’m on Cape Cod rather than New Hampshire — does that matter?
- on March 21, 2012 at 12:36 pm | Reply susannye
  
  Devon – It’s taken a while but you can now find our guest blogger guidelines above. Looking forward to hearing from you. …Susan
on August 24, 2011 at 3:38 pm | Reply Britta

I just found this site…what a great community! I’m a newcomer to NE and live in the Upper Connecticut River Valley. I’m no professional, but I love to write.
- on August 28, 2011 at 5:58 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  So glad to have you here!
on September 27, 2011 at 6:30 pm | Reply Rebecca Carney - One Woman's Perspective

What a fun project!
- on September 28, 2011 at 9:56 am | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  It IS fun, but – shhhh! – don’t tell!
on September 28, 2011 at 1:50 am | Reply Tracy Westerholm

I will check back regularly! Thanks.
- on September 28, 2011 at 9:56 am | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  Thanks, Tracy. We look forward to seeing you soon!
on October 1, 2011 at 10:39 am | Reply Geetanjali

So glad to have found your blog! I hope you don’t mind but I linked your blog to mine under Blogs to Visit. I love coming here!
- on October 2, 2011 at 9:39 am | Reply susannye
  
  Glad you found us. Many thanks for the link! …S.
on October 2, 2011 at 5:36 pm | Reply ducksandbooks

I just wanted to let you know that I think your header picture is beautiful. Those pumpkins look so happy!
- on October 4, 2011 at 7:29 pm | Reply susannye
  
  Thank you so much. If you like you can see more of my photographs on my photo blog – http://www.susannye365.wordpress.com. Take care, S.
on October 12, 2011 at 10:35 am | Reply Computer Writes

Hi! I’m just starting my own blog and I’m very glad I found this site because I wrote to live too by preparing environmental reports for industries, but now I would like to explore new writing opportunities.
- on October 12, 2011 at 10:54 am | Reply susannye
  
  Welcome – good luck with your new adventure. Take care, Susan
on November 25, 2011 at 11:59 pm | Reply Celepolture

This is fantastic! Kudos!
- on November 27, 2011 at 9:08 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  Thank you. Glad to have you here!
on November 27, 2011 at 8:24 pm | Reply 1 Story A Week

Just wanted to say how much I love your blog. Always great posts. Thank you so much for challenging and encouraging me as a writer.
- on November 27, 2011 at 9:09 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  That’s just what it’s all about – challenging and encouraging! Happy we’re fitting the bill.
on December 13, 2011 at 4:29 pm | Reply feriel

this is the true life
on December 15, 2011 at 11:14 am | Reply jmmcdowell

I listed you as one of my fifteen recently found blogs in my acceptance of the Versatile Blogger Award – thus giving you the award, too. I view it as an opportunity to let people know about blogs they might not have found otherwise. And your blog is one I definitely enjoy following. Keep up the great work!
on December 15, 2011 at 10:27 pm | Reply 4amWriter

I love your blog. I nominated you for the Versatile Blog Award. You can read more about this award on my post, which will go live tomorrow morning by 5.

Kate Dover, NH
4amWriter.com
- on December 16, 2011 at 8:11 am | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  Thanks so much, Kathryn. That’s very kind of you. I love your cat’s names … an eclectic combination of flavors to be sure. Did their personalities match their namesakes?
on December 30, 2011 at 1:59 am | Reply dpeacemakers

I love dis and will like to be part of it. How?
- on March 21, 2012 at 12:39 pm | Reply susannye
  
  dpeacemakers – thanks for stopping by. Feel free to subscribe to the blog and join in the conversation. We love comments. We also welcome guest bloggers. You can now find our guest blogger guidelines above. Looking forward to hearing from you. …Susan
on January 8, 2012 at 7:00 pm | Reply parentsofteenss

I’m a aspiring writer and I am thrilled that I have found your blog. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
- on January 9, 2012 at 4:11 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  You’re so welcome. Glad to have you here!
on February 2, 2012 at 2:42 pm | Reply shaanthz

Stumbled upon the professional writers….glad I did. Will be back for more.
- on February 2, 2012 at 2:54 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie (@suddenlyjamie)
  
  We look forward to “seeing” you!
on February 6, 2012 at 1:09 am | Reply justanotherwakeupcall

I am not a great writer or anything.. but I enjoy writing! I write about all sorts of things I see around me but mostly about life and relationships.. and I feel the act of putting down what I feel and see in words gives me greater insight about my world.. But writing is a lonely hobby and its nice to have a blog like yours for company and guidance.. its a great initiative.. will keep coming.. thanks!
- on February 6, 2012 at 11:36 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  So glad to have you here. Writing is SO valuable – not just for the end product, but for the process. Glad to hear you enjoy that part as well as your finished work. We look forward to seeing you around the blog!
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on February 21, 2012 at 1:56 pm | Reply allmyroads

This is great! What a wonderful idea for a blog. As someone who is a youthful writer I appreciate all this insight. I’d love it if you considered allowing me to guest post! Here’s an example of what I’ve written on writing in the past…

http://allmyroads.com/2012/01/25/steps/

I’d love to hear your thoughts!
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:49 am | Reply Jamie
  
  Hello!
  Thanks for reaching out. That’s a fun post! If you’d like to reach out to me via Twitter (@suddenlyjamie), I’d love to connect.
on February 21, 2012 at 5:49 pm | Reply polamiro

I can’t believe it: synchronicity keeps working wonders! I am in the middle of “writing” a novel, and I’m a little stuck right now. Well, tremendously stuck, maybe because I haven’t fully moved into my apartment yet, and I’m balancing three jobs. Just the other day I was thinking, if only I could find a group of writers (like I had back when I lived in NYC) to share thoughts, discuss the creative process, how to create interesting characters without the use of dialogue but through body language and strange quirks…

I’ve always wanted to a be a writer, but I was too chicken to do anything about it. It would be so helpful if someone could share with me their tips re: breaking into the business. It’s my only New Year’s Resolution: to get something (anything) published. I’m interested in fiction, but I would also love to do write pieces for magazines that I love, and hopefully, one day, get an article published in The New York Times?

I contacted the Jennifer Lyons Agency and was told that all you have to do is submit three chapters of your novel, in order for a literary agent to consider it? Is that true? I thought you had to have the whole novel ready and then find an agent. I have a copy of the Writer’s Market here, but I have no idea how to write a good cover letter that grabs an editor’s attention.

By the way, I love New Hampshire. That was just a random thought. My dream is to retire in New Hampshire, surrounded by pine trees, snow, dogs, and horses. A girl can dream….

Thank you for creating this blog.
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:45 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  Thank you for sharing your story and thoughts. Glad to have you here.
  And thanks for the ideas for future blog posts – your questions are excellent ones!
on March 5, 2012 at 7:02 pm | Reply Norman

Unlike most writers, I never had any intent/desire to specifically become a writer. I was encouraged by others I respect who do write, personally and/or professionally. Now, I write because I enjoy it.
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:46 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  Writing for the joy of it is the best reason of all.
on March 8, 2012 at 12:42 am | Reply Brad Geagley

Love the site and would love to do a guest post as a fellow author. I have two books, historical mysteries that were best sellers with Simon & Schuster and have recently struck out in the indie world. My newest book, The Stand In is set in 1957 Hollywood and based on a true story told to me by a movie mogul. http://www.amazon.com/The-Stand-In-ebook/dp/B006M3YH0I It’s getting great reviews, but I love connecting with other writers and readers. http://www.bradgeagley.net
Best,
Brad
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:49 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  Thanks for coming by, Brad, and for sharing your links. I love a little noir.
  Just followed you on Twitter. Looking forward to keeping in touch. We’re not quite ramped up on a guest posting process, but stay tuned to the blog – we’ll share more details soon.
  TKS again!
on March 15, 2012 at 11:39 am | Reply Cathy G

Hello. I’ve enjoyed following your blog so much that I decided to nominate all of you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award! I hope you’ll accept and pass this to others. Here is my post:
http://wp.me/1OXNv
Thank-you for keeping the blogosphere a beautiful place!
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:53 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  Thank you so much, Cathy. That’s lovely of you and I really enjoyed the post over on your site.
  - on March 20, 2012 at 10:22 pm Cathy G
    
    Hi Jamie. I was happy to nominate all of you. You have such a wonderful site! I look forward to further posts! – Cathy
on March 20, 2012 at 9:30 am | Reply Anna Hergert

Hello,
I am awarding you with the Versatile Blogger Award! Well deserved! I have been following your blog for some time now and truly enjoy your writings. Fridays are now a day to look forward to as I enjoy my first cup of coffee over your musings. The info about how to proceed with the award is on my latest post: http://annahergert.wordpress.com/2012/03/20/another-day-another-award/
Congratulations! Happy to pass it on to you!
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:57 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  Anna,
  Thank you kindly for including us as one of your favorite “Versatile Blogs.” With so many of us contributing to this blog, it’s not surprising, right? Really enjoyed your list of other nominations – many places to explore!
  Thanks again!
  - on March 21, 2012 at 9:23 am Anna Hergert
    
    Absolutely – your team truly deserves the descriptive “versatile”.
on March 20, 2012 at 6:47 pm | Reply jensine

I just started blogging to get myself back into writing more. I do work free-lance (on and off) but want to do it more. Thanks for doing this blog and maybe you’ll ask me to guest-blog too at some point.
- on March 20, 2012 at 9:58 pm | Reply Jamie
  
  You’re so welcome. Happy to have you here and glad to know you’re getting back into writing.
on March 24, 2012 at 12:33 am | Reply cperriraz

How lucky am I? I too am just getting my feet wet again after some 20+ dry years and I happen to bumble my way onto your site. What an inspiring group of creative minds! Thanks for sharing your insights & encouragements. I hope I can do the same for someone one day.
- on March 24, 2012 at 10:09 am | Reply Jamie
  
  Welcome!
  So glad to have you here & that you’ve found some inspiration on our digital pages. We look forward to learning more about your writing journey.
on April 16, 2012 at 5:03 pm | Reply jaballa77

Well, I figured out that writing is a matter of keep practicing like dancing. The writers are doing wonderful jobs or thinking for those who are not thinking critically. I’ve learn t so much things through writing, reading etc. Conversely, further action is needed to be taken anyway. Thanks.
on April 29, 2012 at 9:26 am | Reply Kate Kresse

I just found you through Chris Donner. I am looking forward to following your blog. I hope that my blog can continue to evolve and improve. Your wonderful tips will certainly help me in that endeavor. http://believeanyway.wordpress.com
on May 1, 2012 at 11:31 am | Reply davidmcgowan

I hope you don’t mind me posting this here!

You’ve been nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award!
http://davidmcgowanauthor.com/2012/05/01/the-versatile-blogger-award/
on May 5, 2012 at 5:17 am | Reply lazylauramaisey

Hi. I’ve nominated you for a Versatile Blogger Award! (And I nominated you because David McGowan also nominated me!) http://lazylauramaisey.wordpress.com/2012/05/04/been-nominated-for-a-pardon/
on May 9, 2012 at 9:13 pm | Reply Brandi

I’m currently writing the story to what I could only describe as best suited to a graphic novel. Do any of you have experience in the economy of writing for a comic or graphic novel? I’m not your typical author, but that’s where I thrive – outside of the PTA and carpool to school and activities! I’m also wanting to get connected with a potential artist. It’s a quick read and I’m more interested in pushing the story forward rather than a more romanticism approach to writing. I’m too busy to get wordy!
on May 22, 2012 at 1:14 pm | Reply moveeatcreate

What a fantastic site. After years of writing pretty much just for myself, I am starting to take steps to share my work with others. THIS looks like a great place for motivation and inspiration!
on July 19, 2012 at 1:09 am | Reply Llwelleyn

I’ve nominated you for a few awards. I always enjoy reading your posts!

http://llwelleyn.wordpress.com/2012/07/18/feeling-the-love-and-all-that-comes-with-it/
on August 11, 2012 at 11:50 pm | Reply mandyevebarnett

I’ve nominated you for the Inspiring Blogger Award – please collect it from my blog – mandyevebarnett.com
Enjoy
Mandy
on August 14, 2012 at 7:21 am | Reply scribbleofhappygoluckygal

Hey there I had awarded your blog with liebster blog award.. for details please contact :
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on September 5, 2012 at 10:26 pm | Reply writeyourheartlr

Hey guys! I was wondering if you could read and give me some input on some of my stuff.
http://www.writeyourheartlr.wordpress.com
on September 6, 2012 at 7:18 am | Reply Daniel Bean

Hello ladies, I nominated you for the Sunshine Award. Check out my post in which I mentioned your blog for how to accept it. Keep up the awesome blogging. http://danielbeanwriterfilmmaker.com/2012/09/06/straight-from-mumbai-india/
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on November 8, 2012 at 1:36 pm | Reply Heather Paquette

Hello ladies of NH writers network. I have a question I’d like to ask to see if you’d like to answer it in a future blog. Is this a good place to leave it? I tried to email it to all@nhwritersnetwork.com, but I got a bounce back. Thanks!
- on November 8, 2012 at 3:06 pm | Reply Suddenly Jamie
  
  Sorry about the bounce back, Heather.
  Yes – this is a great place to leave a question. We look forward to hearing how we can help!
on November 8, 2012 at 3:08 pm | Reply Heather Paquette

Thank you! Wendy also contacted me, so she has my question for the group. Thanks so much for your response!
on December 18, 2012 at 11:23 am | Reply Anna Hergert

I have been following your blog for about a year now and get so much enjoyment from your dedicated writing. I have nominated you for the Blog of the Year 2012 Award. Should you choose to participate please visit my blog (where I blogged about it today). If not, I understand – please know that you are appreciated! Anna http://annahergert.wordpress.com
on December 19, 2012 at 6:29 pm | Reply sarahlmandl

I am a writer who currently lives in Tennessee, and I read your blog faithfully. You have inspired and encouraged me in so many ways. I wanted to thank you by nominating you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award! You can find your nomination and requirements at http://wp.me/p1StdW-ky.
on January 9, 2013 at 2:06 am | Reply Julie Israel

So glad I found this blog– think I can learn a lot from it. Looking forward to reading more!
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on February 28, 2013 at 6:59 pm | Reply jotz

Enjoyed reading your blog and will be following to learn more!
on March 10, 2013 at 11:57 am | Reply mrfzx

still waiting for update, nice blog
on March 11, 2013 at 4:33 pm | Reply rheannab2001

This is exactly what I was looking for! I need some encouragement and advice to keep my passion going. I let writing fall to the way side for way to long.
on May 7, 2013 at 6:24 am | Reply AllanBorne

More fellow writers!! ) Hope to read from you guys soon..