Local Resident Pens 'Quirky' Book About Life in NH

Hampton resident, former Hampton Union columnist and current Patch blogger Gary Patton joins the ranks of local authors with the publication of his first book, "Outtastatahs: Newcomers’ Adventures in New Hampshire." 

Patton, a transplant from the Midwest, regales readers with essays and short stories reflecting his sometimes awkward experiences in adapting to his new environment on the New Hampshire Seacoast.

Want to learn how to host a Presidential candidate, what really goes on in a town meeting, where the American Revolution really started? It’s all here for your enjoyment and edification. Although Patton is a true Outtastatah, his appreciation for the lifestyle and quirks of the people of the Granite State is obvious. He’s in New Hampshire to stay.

New Hampshire treasure, renowned storyteller and author of "Live Free and Eat Pie," Rebecca Rule says "Gary Patton nails it in this collection of quirky essays and stories about life in the Granite State. He makes me ponder. He makes me smile. Best of all, he makes me laugh out loud.” 

"Outastatahs: Newcomers’ Adventures in New Hampshire" was published by Piscataqua Press on Aug. 16, and is available at River Run Books in Portsmouth and on-line at Amazon.com and BarnesAndNoble.com. An eBook will be available in the near future. 

Release submitted by Gary Patton, who has started a Facebook page for the book.