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
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
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!
Follow us on social
Join the List
Stay up to date on upcoming reading retreats!