New Hampshire's literary roots are long and rich， with names like Robert Frost， Celia Thaxter and Willa Cather beckoning book lovers。 Travel to Cornish and discover the connections between one of the state's premier novelists， Winston Churchill， and the British statesman of the same name。 Experience north country beauty in Littleton， birthplace of Eleanor Porter， who introduced a new word into the English language。 Learn how Newport native Sarah Josepha Hale became one of the most influential writers of her time。 Follow young black novelist Harriet Wilson from Milford and the belated recognition of her groundbreaking book。 Local author Gary Crooker reveals the stories and places behind these and many more lettered luminaries。