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Author: Matt Larson

With my first book, 4000s by 40, released this fall, I am fulfilling a lifelong dream of writing, and am excited to continue the journey of storytelling with future projects—so much so that the day after I published 4000s by 40, I began my next work. Much of my inspiration comes from nature. My early love for the ocean, found on the South Shore of Massachusetts, has transitioned into a deep passion for the mountains here in New Hampshire, and I wanted to share that with my first book. If you’d like to connect or have any inquiries, you can reach out to me at [email protected]. I’m also on Instagram and Facebook at wanderingmatt8. Happy reading!
4000s by 40 Mountains

Tackling Middle Age in the Mountains

Posted on December 16, 2019October 20, 2025

A few years ago I embarked on a quest to complete all 48 of New Hampshire’s tallest mountains before turning the ripe old age of 40. If you’re from New Hampshire, you’ve heard of the 4000-footers. If you’re from New England, you’ve probably heard of the 4000-footers. And if you’re turning 40 and don’t want…

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The Santa Dilemma

Posted on November 13, 2019September 27, 2025

Last night my daughter revealed to my wife that she “found out” about Santa Claus the way most of us do: from some wise-ass on the bus ride home from school. After trying to console her, my wife came down the stairs feeling sad and asked me to see if I could do anything to…

4000s by 40 Original Draft

My First Book

Posted on October 4, 2019March 31, 2025

So last night I finished my very first book, and handed it over to my wife for its inaugural review. From the other room I could hear her chuckle (yes!), which was followed by a long period of silence (oh no!).

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Love the mountains? 4000s by 40 is a story of missteps, hard-earned lessons, and the mountains that shape us.
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