Sara Ware Bassett

Sara Ware Bassett was an American author born in 1872, known for her charming storytelling and vivid portrayals of life in New England. With a deep appreciation for nature and a keen eye for detail, she often infused her narratives with themes of love, community, and the simple joys of everyday life. Her works reflect her experiences and observations, making her characters relatable and her settings inviting. Over her career, Bassett produced several novels that resonated with readers, earning her a place in the literary landscape of her time.

If you're curious to dive into her world, you'll find that Bassett's writing captures the essence of her era while still speaking to the human experience today. Her stories invite you to slow down and appreciate the beauty of life, encouraging reflection and connection. Take a moment to explore her works in the app, and you might just discover a new favorite author whose tales linger in your heart long after the last page is turned.

Flood Tide

Read by Roger Melin


Sara Ware Bassett



Willie Spence may have been a bit eccentric by most standards, but he had a knack for creating gadgets in his small workshop at his home on …

The Story of Wool

Read by David Olson


Sara Ware Bassett



Mr. Clark and Donald spend a year out west to the Crescent Ranch in Idaho learning about raising sheep. (summary by David O)

Shifting Sands

Read by Roger Melin


Sara Ware Bassett



After days of fog Stanley Heath, a stranger whose power-boat runs aground on the treacherous Cape Cod shoals, stumbles into the Homestead an…

Paul and the Printing Press

Read by Brian Keenan


Sara Ware Bassett



Paul Cameron, president of the class of 1920 in the Burmingham High School, conceives the idea of establishing a school paper, to the honor …

Steve and the Steam Engine

Read by Brian Keenan


Sara Ware Bassett



Young Stephen Tolman disobeys his father and takes the family car out for a ride with a group of classmates, resulting in scratches and ding…