Novel Women
Let’s Read Together!
My Story - Hi, I’m Chelsea!
After years of hosting a monthly book club at my house, I decided to take us on the road for a reading retreat. We had an amazing time and I couldn’t wait to plan another. Now, I’m thrilled to be organizing reading retreats around the beautiful New England region I call home. Get ready to read, relax and recharge with us!
Upcoming Retreats
Full weekend and Fri/Sat sales close February 27th! Other passes close soon!
Let’s gather at the AC Hotel in Portsmouth to enjoy a weekend focused on renewal and resilience filled with delicious food, fun crafts and lots of book talk. Attendees will get a choice between 2 books, one is Romantasy and the other is Historical Fiction. There are multiple booking options available from activities and food throughout the weekend to just a half day pass. Please review photos for each option to see inclusions. Let’s support our local businesses while enjoying a restorative weekend!
Crafts are embroidery or needle felting kits plus an extra bookish craft for all
Everyone joining for the full day or more will get to enjoy a witchy seasonal workshop put on by Deadwick’s - an only in Portsmouth experience
Hotel cost is not included in the fee
All sales are final and nonrefundable, but you can transfer to someone else.
Local focus, real connections. Thoughtfully crafted to elevate what matters most.
Customer Review:
I highly recommend Novel Women. I went on a weekend book retreat in November of 2025. I had the best time. The book choice was perfect, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming and it was extremely organized. Chelsea does a great job communicating the weekend activities and ensures everyone has the opportunity to tailor their weekend to meet their wants. I only knew two people going into the weekend but left with more than a handful of new booking loving friends. If you have the opportunity to travel with Novel Women I recommend it!
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