
Joseph Crosby Lincoln
Joseph Crosby Lincoln was an American author of novels, poems, and short stories, many set in a fictionalized Cape Cod.

Cap'n Eri
Three old sea captains hilariously struggle with finding a wife to manage their home, unaware of the shenanigans and misunderstandings that await them.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Cape Cod Stories
Friendship, humor, and quirky characters collide in a charming coastal town.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Shavings: A Novel
In a quaint, close-knit town buzzing with wartime news, a jovial busybody spreads gossip and stirs up comedic chaos as neighbors navigate the draft and local politics.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Big Mogul
A wealthy, grieving man takes a chance on family, hoping to fill the void left by his wife with a niece he barely knows.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Cap'n Warren's Wards
A retired sea captain's peaceful life capsizes when he inherits two high-society teenagers and a fortune, turning his quiet world into a hilarious storm of clashing cultures and unexpected family bonds.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Project Gutenberg Works of Joseph Lincoln: An Index
Discover a bygone era filled with unique characters, charming landscapes, and captivating stories in this guide to a celebrated author's writings.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Rise of Roscoe Paine
Haunted by his father's disgrace and his own aimlessness, a man's quiet life is upended by wealthy outsiders, forcing him to confront his worth in a changing society.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Postmaster
A retired sea captain's quiet retirement takes a detour when he finds himself running a small-town store with a quirky partner.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Depot Master
In a quaint town where community ties are strong, a depot master and his quirky neighbors face challenges brought by a wealthy man's ambitions.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Cy Whittaker's Place
When a sea captain comes home after years away, his run-down house and the quirky townsfolk turn his quiet return into a hilarious and heartwarming adventure.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Mary-'Gusta
After the death of her stepfather, a peculiar seven-year-old girl navigates grief and an uncertain future, while the town gossips about her fate.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Cap'n Dan's Daughter
A struggling shopkeeper's life turns upside down when news of a wealthy relative's death hints at a life-changing inheritance that could solve all their problems—or create even bigger ones.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Cape Cod Ballads, and Other Verse
Experience the nostalgic charm of early 20th-century Cape Cod through heartfelt verses that capture the essence of coastal life, from daring fishermen to youthful dreams awakened by the sea.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Woman-Haters
In a remote lighthouse, a solitary keeper's world is hilariously disrupted by an enigmatic assistant and a mischievous dog, leading to a comedic exploration of companionship and clashing perspectives.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Galusha the Magnificent
Lost in the fog, an archaeology enthusiast collides with a politician, sparking a chain of humorous events and an unlikely friendship.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Kent Knowles: Quahaug
A writer in a sleepy coastal town must shake off his creative cobwebs or risk losing himself entirely.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

The Portygee
A sophisticated young boy is thrust into a rustic world, where he must confront cultural clashes and familial mysteries in a quaint Cape Cod town.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Thankful's Inheritance
Two cousins journey to a remote village to claim an inheritance, only to find themselves entangled in a storm and the mysteries of an old abandoned house.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Fair Harbor
In a cozy coastal town, a family and a sea captain seek solace and belonging as they navigate the complexities of life after hardship and loss.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln

Keziah Coffin
In a foggy coastal town, a seamstress's plans for a fresh start are overturned by unexpected proposals and the arrival of a charming new minister.
By Joseph Crosby Lincoln