Ernest Thompson inducted into the NH Literary Hall of Fame

HOOKSETT — The New Hampshire Writers’ Project recently inducted acclaimed playwright, Academy Award-Winning screenwriter, and author Ernest Thompson into the New Hampshire Literary Hall of Fame. The ceremony took place at the annual 603 Writers' Conference.

Thompson, renowned for his Oscar-winning screenplay "On Golden Pond," is the latest author to join the ranks of the Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony, a surprise announcement by Chair of the NHWP Masheri Chappelle, honored Thompson's significant contributions to the literary world. Trustee and NH Literary Awards Committee Chair Claudia Decker presented Thompson with a crystal book describing his impact and achievements.

The New Hampshire Literary Hall of Fame was established in 2015 when NH Gov. Maggie Hassan, signed a proclamation for the New Hampshire Literary Hall of Fame to celebrate and recognize the significant contributions of the state's writers to the literary world. Previous inductees include Robert Frost, John Irving, and Donald Hall, Grace Metalious, Harriet E. Wilson, Tomie dePaola, Maxine Kumin, Sarah Josepha Buell Hale, Charles Simic, Anita Shreve, David McPhail, and Donal M. Murray.