Where Stories Come to Life
Chapter One:
About Us
At Booked Retreat, we believe reading doesn’t have to be a solo sport. We’re here for the bookworms who crave community, the introverts who secretly love a good group chat, and the dreamers who think a cozy cabin and a good novel might just fix everything.
Our retreats are built around meaningful connection, immersive bookish experiences, self-care, and snacks (obviously). Each gathering is thoughtfully crafted to give you space to relax, recharge, and maybe even dance barefoot under the stars.
KRISTY
Kristy is a moderate (but mighty) literary fiend who believes some books deserve to be reread 27 times — minimum. Her forever fave is V.E. Schwab, but Brandon Sanderson is catching up faster than a fantasy plot twist. She’s a fake-dating trope stan, loathes surprise baby storylines (yuck), and could make you an iced coffee that changes your life. When she’s not chasing her two kids or crushing a workout, she’s daydreaming about Japan, devouring fantasy novels, and shamelessly crushing on her #1 book boyfriend, Draco.
"Fine...make me your villain"
-Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
MIKELLE
Mikelle is a full-blown literary fiend who devours more books in a month than most people manage in a year. Her forever favorite is V.E. Schwab (duh), and she lives for a good enemies-to-lovers moment — specifically the part where everyone collectively says, “fuck it.” Miscommunication trope? Hard pass. When she’s not building her TBR empire, Mikelle’s dreaming of a Scotland getaway, crafting up a storm, being the ultimate boy mom, and obsessing over magical realism. Her #1 book boyfriend? Slade, obviously.
"That was love wasn't it? It wasn't just a quick drop-it was falling, over and over again for your person."
- Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
SHAWNI
Shawni is a new-ish reader with impeccable vibes and zero tolerance for boring books. She's a certified mood reader — if the book’s not hitting, she's DNF-ing without a second thought (Capricorn energy, baby). Tropes? She loves them all... until she doesn’t. When she’s not chasing the next fantasy obsession (hi, Xaden), she’s sipping coffee, plotting her dream trip to Jamaica, creating an indoor jungle, obsessing over tattoos, and being the ultimate boy mom. Also: tequila and Chipotle are basically her love languages.
"You have to hold out to see how your life unfolds, because it is most likely beyond what you can imagine. It is not a question of if you will survive this, but what beautiful things await you when you do."
-Know My Name: A Memoir by Chanel Miller
KRISTY
Kristy is a moderate (but mighty) literary fiend who believes some books deserve to be reread 27 times — minimum. Her forever fave is V.E. Schwab, but Brandon Sanderson is catching up faster than a fantasy plot twist. She’s a fake-dating trope stan, loathes surprise baby storylines (yuck), and could make you an iced coffee that changes your life. When she’s not chasing her two kids or crushing a workout, she’s daydreaming about Japan, devouring fantasy novels, and shamelessly crushing on her #1 book boyfriend, Draco.
"Fine...make me your villain"
-Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
MIKELLE
Mikelle is a full-blown literary fiend who devours more books in a month than most people manage in a year. Her forever favorite is V.E. Schwab (duh), and she lives for a good enemies-to-lovers moment — specifically the part where everyone collectively says, “fuck it.” Miscommunication trope? Hard pass. When she’s not building her TBR empire, Mikelle’s dreaming of a Scotland getaway, crafting up a storm, being the ultimate boy mom, and obsessing over magical realism. Her #1 book boyfriend? Slade, obviously.
"That was love wasn't it? It wasn't just a quick drop-it was falling, over and over again for your person."
- Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
SHAWNI
Shawni is a new-ish reader with impeccable vibes and zero tolerance for boring books. She's a certified mood reader — if the book’s not hitting, she's DNF-ing without a second thought (Capricorn energy, baby). Tropes? She loves them all... until she doesn’t. When she’s not chasing the next fantasy obsession (hi, Xaden), she’s sipping coffee, plotting her dream trip to Jamaica, creating an indoor jungle, obsessing over tattoos, and being the ultimate boy mom. Also: tequila and Chipotle are basically her love languages.
"You have to hold out to see how your life unfolds, because it is most likely beyond what you can imagine. It is not a question of if you will survive this, but what beautiful things await you when you do."
-Know My Name: A Memoir by Chanel Miller
ALL ARE WELCOME HERE.
Booked Retreat is a cozy, inclusive space where every reader (no matter their story) is welcomed, celebrated, and invited to belong.
Booked Retreat is a cozy, inclusive space where every reader (no matter their story) is welcomed, celebrated, and invited to belong.
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