Newbie in the neighborhood

[Penfeather]

I have thought about it. One of the stories I had outlined years ago, involved a reclusive horror writer, and I thought the Vermont woods by a lake would be a great setting. Tons of lakes here. I can actually see Lake Champlain and NY state from my apt. window.

That sounds like a wonderful setting! I encourage you to write it. Lakes can evoke more quietly sinister atmosphere than the seacoast, especially if it's a big enough lake so that it doesn't completely freeze over in winter.

Have you visited Vermont often?

Only a couple times, alas. Which is to say not nearly as often as I'd like!