JIm Thorpe, PA

falling for romance

join us in the poconos!

jim thorpe, pennsylvania 
october 22-25, 2026

Join us in the mountains of Jim Thorpe for a cozy fall escape designed entirely for romance readers.

Nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains, this 4-day, 3-night retreat brings together crisp autumn air, small-town charm, and the kind of weekend that feels pulled straight from your favorite fall romance novel.

We’ll be staying in the cutest house ever — complete with a hot tub, pool table, and plenty of cozy spaces perfect for reading, relaxing, and connecting with fellow book lovers.

The cost is $650 for this retreat. No airfare or transportation to the house is included in this.

the retreat highlights

Five days, Four nights on Norris Lake

Meals Included are
  • Thursday welcome snacks + dinner
  • Friday breakfast + lunch
  • Saturday brunch + dinner
  • Sunday breakfast to-go

What we'll be doing
  • Book bedazzling workshop
  • Scenic train ride through the Poconos
  • Author chats
  • Reader book exchange
  • Pumpkin patch outing
  •  Hot chocolate bar
  • Cozy reading time + group hangs

For readers wanting a little extra adventure:
Optional horseback riding excursion through the autumn trails of the Poconos.
(Add-on booking details provided after registration.)
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advice from the
fiction found family

Can the advice be to have the best time ever? Just kidding. I would say to talk to EVERYONE, and don't be afraid to grab your book and have some chill introvert time if you need it. The weekend will change your life!

- Jessica Peterson, Author of Lucky River Ranch

Reach out to some of the girls before and have conversations! I felt like I was around my family just hanging out & seriously walked away with people that I love more than anything.

- Rickie
@rickie.reads

Don't let fear hold you back! Be yourself and fully immerse yourself in the weekend. Play the games, talk the books, eat the food, and have fun. It truly can be one of the greatest weekends of your life.

- Kelsey
@BookishSouthrnBelle