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Vermont Holiday Reading Retreat- December 2026
from $1,950.00

Vermont Holiday Magic Retreat- December 10-13, 2026- 4 Days/3 Nights

Do you ever watch those holiday movies and wish you could step right into the magic? Imagine days where your only “to-do” is choosing which festive activity to enjoy next. Picture a classic New England winter—snow-dusted streets, twinkling lights, and a community that feels like it’s straight out of a storybook. Now, add a bookish twist, and you’ve got our Book a Break Holiday Magic Retreat.

Perfect for book lovers who want to explore a new place, enjoy beautiful scenery, and connect with others who share their passion for reading.

Location: Join us in the on a 45 acre farm in the heart of Vermont. Enjoy the breathtaking winter scenery as you relax and read.

If you want to ADD-ON a guest to this order, select the double occupancy option “Bring a Friend.” As a reminder to the accommodations, all rooms have one bed.

INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:

  • HOLIDAY MAGIC Programming!

  • BOOKISH Programming and Crafts throughout the weekend.

  • Holiday HIGH TEA experience

  • Holiday BAKING tutorial!

  • All ACCOMMODATIONS Including taxes and fees.

  • All MEALS and non alcoholic beverages during your stay. (Alcohol may incur additional charges.

  • WELCOME BAG with the best collection of goodies.

  • READING TIME in many thoughtfully appointed nooks around the property!

Cape Cod- October 1-4, 2026- THE HAUNTED EDITION
from $1,000.00

Book a Break: Haunted Reading Retreat – Provincetown, MA

Join us this October as we return to vibrant Provincetown for a fall retreat steeped in eerie charm, coastal fog, and stories that linger long after dark. The Haunted Edition is all about the tales that chill, thrill, and keep you turning pages long past bedtime—paired with crisp ocean air, candlelit corners, and just a touch of the uncanny.

A Cozy-but-Creepy Coastal Escape

Tucked at the tip of Cape Cod, Provincetown offers the perfect moody setting for a fall reading retreat. Think windswept dunes, drifting fog, and quiet oceanfront porches that feel made for a good ghost story. Whether you’re curled up by your room’s fireplace or reading outdoors with the waves echoing below, the atmosphere practically begs for spooky books and shared chills.

Theme of the Retreat: The Haunted Edition

This October, we’re leaning all the way into haunted-season vibes: shadowy mysteries, ghostly tales, folklore-filled fantasies, and atmospheric reads that set your spine tingling. Our curated book stack embraces all things eerie, magical, and deliciously unsettling.

We’ll also host a hauntingly memorable author chat (guest TBD), plus a lineup of seasonal activities—from eerie crafts to local wanderings that highlight Provincetown’s charm. Expect favorite Ptown staples, new discoveries, and maybe even a rooftop dinner if the autumn winds behave.

If you’re craving a retreat that blends cozy comfort with a bookish sense of mystery, this Haunted Edition was made for you. Come read, connect, unwind, and welcome the whispery magic of October on the coast.

Activities:

  • Enjoy unlimited reading time in a peaceful, distraction-free environment designed for complete relaxation.

  • Read in the comfort of your room, on one of the inn's many charming porches with breathtaking views, or on the beach just steps away from the inn. Grab a room with a shared or private porch for even more special spots to read.

  • Explore the scenic town or nearby National Seashore beaches with complimentary bike rentals.

  • Take part in bookish activities and crafts to enhance your retreat experience. Think coastal or fall inspired homegoods, bookish fan favorites, and many more!

  • Unwind at social happy hours, offering the perfect opportunity to relax and connect with fellow attendees.

  • Book discussions throughout the weekend about the chosen books, our highlighted author, and the trading of TBR recommendations!

Accommodations:

  • Each room is equipped with a single queen or king-size bed, providing a comfortable and peaceful retreat. Please note that all rooms are designed for double occupancy with one bed. Below is a breakdown of the different room options available.

  • Please let us know if you would like to add an additional guest to your order!

Dining:

  • All meals are included, beginning with a welcome dinner on the first evening.

  • Enjoy a full day of meals on Day Two and Three, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  • A final breakfast will be served before check-out on the last day of the retreat.

Special Features and Amenities:

  • Escape to a tranquil, inspiring location dedicated to your passion for reading.

  • Participate in themed activities, book discussions, and creative crafts, making new connections along the way.

  • Enjoy in-depth book discussions with fellow attendees, sharing insights and recommendations.

  • Experience the beauty of the surrounding area with hiking opportunities—ideal for listening to audiobooks while exploring.

  • Receive a specialty gift bag filled with bookish treats and goodies.

  • Engage in catered book-related activities, games, and more.

  • A dedicated host will be present throughout the retreat, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience from start to finish.

A Starfall Reading Retreat - November 5-8, 2026 - Nantucket, MA
from $1,385.00

“If you know what Starfall is… this weekend is for you.”

A Court of Reading and Retreating

A Starfall Weekend of Magic

We have waited five LONG years since the release of the last book from a certain series -basically making us High Lords and Ladies of The Court of Patience and Possibility.  With the news of the next two books releasing, we are going to be celebrating in true style.

Our next reading retreat weekend:  A Court of Reading and Retreating is a fantasy-inspired escape designed for those who feel most at home wandering enchanted forests, lingering in candlelit libraries, and losing themselves in stories filled with powerful courts, fierce heroines, impossible bargains, and unforgettable found families.

This special weekend celebrates the release of a highly anticipated fantasy novel while inviting you to fully immerse yourself in the magic of reading.

Expect cozy reading hours, themed gatherings, whimsical food and drink, and playful nods to beloved fantasy tropes that fans will recognize instantly.

Throughout the retreat you’ll discover quiet places to devour your newest read, lively discussions with fellow fantasy lovers, and immersive moments that feel pulled straight from the pages of your favorite book.

What to Expect:

Starfall Celebration Night
An evening of starlight, music, laughter, and magic. Celebrate beneath twinkling lights with themed drinks and delicious bites.

Silent Reading Parties
Cozy up with your new book alongside fellow readers in candlelit comfort. Think blankets, warm drinks, and that magical quiet where everyone is lost in their own story.

Courts & Characters Conversations
Gather with fellow fantasy readers to talk theories, favorite characters, and the moments that absolutely wrecked us (you know the ones).

Fantasy-Inspired Food & Drink
Meals and beverages will be crafted to feel like they belong in a fae court banquet—sparkling drinks, decadent treats, and menus worthy of starlight celebrations and magical feasts.

Immersive Activities & Surprises
From themed games to creative workshops and magical little details hidden throughout the weekend, you’ll find plenty of moments designed just for fantasy readers.

Potential Activities:

  • The High Court Mixer

  • The Suriel’s Tea Circle

  • Bargains & Bookmarks Craft Hour

  • Valkyrie Sisterhood Workout

  • The Cauldron’s Trivia Night

  • The Weaver’s Creative Workshop

  • The Library After Dark

dayTREAT JUNE BABY- September 11th
$50.00

We are so pleased to have author Shannon Garvey joining us in person to celebrate her new novel JUNE BABY. We’re bringing her back to her home state of Rhode Island, coincidentally the setting for this lovely book.

Leaning into the artistic and coastal vibes of JUNE BABY we are holding this event at the brand new local art cafe, Sip Studio in idyllic Wickford Village.

So join us in sneaking into Diana’s studio for an evening with author Shannon Garvey in person doing some coastal crafts and discussing her summer novel, JUNE BABY!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Receive a copy of the recently released book JUNE BABY at the event and have it personally signed at the event.

  • Author conversation with Shannon Garvey

  • Coastal crafts from the new local business, Sip Cafe!

DETAILS:

September 11th starting at 6:00 PM @ Sip Studio Wickford Village, 22 West Main Street North Kingstown, RI

The Art Cafe at Sip Studio will have food and beverages available for additional purchase.

SUPPORT LOCAL AUTHOR AND NEW LOCAL BUSINESS BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT!

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We will be joined in person by Shannon Garvey back in her home state and setting for this novel, Rhode Island.

Support this local author and brand new local business!

UPCOMING DAYTREAT EVENTS!

dayTREAT featuring new release UNGODLY RICH ~ August 15th
from $35.00

We are so excited to host a dayTREAT featuring author, Katherine McGee!

Old gods, new rules.

Join us as we discuss this mythical fantasy with a modern twist! You’ll find it to be decadently fun!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Receive a copy of the recently released book UNGODLY RICH at the event (release date 7.7.26)

  • Author conversation virtually with Katherine McGee

  • Bookish crafts to pair with the book

  • Book wine pairings from our friends and host Pour Richards

DETAILS:

August 15th starting at 1-4PM @ Pour Richard’s Wine Shop, 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA 02038

Corey, our Pour Richard’s host, will have a make your own charcuterie board for additional purchase.

dayTREAT JUNE BABY- September 11th
$50.00

We are so pleased to have author Shannon Garvey joining us in person to celebrate her new novel JUNE BABY. We’re bringing her back to her home state of Rhode Island, coincidentally the setting for this lovely book.

Leaning into the artistic and coastal vibes of JUNE BABY we are holding this event at the brand new local art cafe, Sip Studio in idyllic Wickford Village.

So join us in sneaking into Diana’s studio for an evening with author Shannon Garvey in person doing some coastal crafts and discussing her summer novel, JUNE BABY!

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Receive a copy of the recently released book JUNE BABY at the event and have it personally signed at the event.

  • Author conversation with Shannon Garvey

  • Coastal crafts from the new local business, Sip Cafe!

DETAILS:

September 11th starting at 6:00 PM @ Sip Studio Wickford Village, 22 West Main Street North Kingstown, RI

The Art Cafe at Sip Studio will have food and beverages available for additional purchase.

SUPPORT LOCAL AUTHOR AND NEW LOCAL BUSINESS BY ATTENDING THIS EVENT!

VIP RELEASE PARTY ~ WICKED WANTED WIDOWS ~ AUGUST 24TH
from $45.00

Join Kimberly Belle, Vanessa Lillie, Cate Holahan for a special VIP RELEASE PARTY on August 24th!

WICKED WANTED WIDOWS, the third installment from the bestselling Young Rich Widows series, will be out this August. Book a Break and Wakefield Books, along with the extremely talented writers Kimberly Belle, Vanessa Lillie, Cate Holahan are throwing a RELEASE BASH one day ahead of the release to celebrate!

This VIP party with an 80’s twist will be a night you won’t soon forget!

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Receive a copy of WICKED WANTED WIDOWS ahead of its release!

  • Introductions and Remarks from Kimberly Belle, Vanessa Lillie, Cate Holahan

  • Bedazzling Crafts inspired by the Young Rich Widows series

    • 80’s Sunglasses with a twist- perfect for summer or disguising yourself during a heist!

    • Book Bedazzling- Decorate your new book, or bring one you want to add sparkle to!

  • 80’s and Book Themed Trivia- Hosted by the Author Team

    • THERE WILL BE PRIZES!

  • 80’s ATTIRE is encouraged but not required!

  • Interactive Photo Moment to commemorate the day and show off your 80’s outfit!

  • Book Fair on site hosted by WAKEFIELD BOOKS

  • LIGHT BITES provided throughout the event

DETAILS:

  • DATE: AUGUST 24, 2026

  • TIME: 4:00 PM

  • LOCATION: TOWER HILL BREWING, 25 Village Square Dr, South Kingstown, RI 02879

  • OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:

    • Drinks available for purchase.

    • Light bites will be provided, but guests are welcome to bring in their own food or order from a local spot if necessary.

dayTREAT featuring new release Hocus Pocus Handbook ~ September 12th
from $35.00

We are so excited to host a dayTREAT featuring author, Ann Aguirre!

Fall of 2026 will officially be Fantasy Season! There are so many exciting titles releasing. We will be kicking it off with a cozy fantasy: THE HOCUS POCUS HANDBOOK, by Ann Aguirre.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Receive a copy of the recently released book Hocus Pocus Handbook at the event (release date 9.1.26)

  • Author conversation virtually with Ann Aguirre

  • Bookish crafts to pair with the book

  • Book wine pairings from our friends and host Pour Richards

DETAILS:

September 12th starting at 1-4PM @ Pour Richard’s Wine Shop, 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA 02038

Corey, our Pour Richard’s host, will have a make your own charcuterie board for additional purchase.

dayTREAT "The Love Hypothesis" movie release party ~ September 25th
from $15.00

If you are like us we have been <not so patiently> waiting for the release of THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS.

This fan favorite book turned movie should definitely be shared amongst other romcom lovers.

We wanted to have a viewing party celebration with a Book a Break twist. So Pour Richards will host with some wine pours and we’ll have diamond dotting because those book covers are asking to be bedazzled!

TICKET OPTION ONE ($15):

  • Bookish craft: Diamond Dot Book Bedazzling of your own Ali Hazelwood Book (or other book).

  • Viewing of the movie THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS on the release week.

  • Book wine pairings from our friends and host Pour Richards.

TICKET OPTION TWO ($30):

  • Bookish craft: Diamond Dot Book Bedazzling

  • Copy of book, THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS by Ali Hazelwood.

  • Viewing of the movie THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS on the release date.

  • Book wine pairings from our friends and host Pour Richards.

EVENT TIMING:

  • 30 MINUTES of to set up your craft, grab wine, settle in.

  • MOVIE VIEWING will start at 630pm

  • Wrap up your beautiful book creations and discuss your favorite parts of the movie!

ABOUT THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS:

In an attempt to convince one of her very best friends she's moved on, she impulsively kisses Dr. Adam Carlsen, who is known for being an asshole. After the kiss, Olive and Adam decide to fake date for mutually beneficial purposes. Although what happens when a fake relationship is starting to feel real?

TRAILER:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m1C9DTOUH5s

ADDITIONAL EVENT DETAILS:

September 25th evening from 6PM- 830PM @ Pour Richard’s Wine Shop, 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA 02038

Corey, our Pour Richard’s host, will have a make your own charcuterie board for additional purchase.

dayTREAT featuring new release ARTIFACTS- October 18th
from $30.00

We are so excited to host a dayTREAT featuring author, NATALIE LEMLE!

We are digging right into this new mystery/thriller about an archaeological dig with a twist! We are thrilled to be joined by author Natalie Lemle IN PERSON! We will be discussing and celebrating her debut novel ARTIFACTS!

ARTIFACTS:

For fans of The Cloisters and Counterfeit, Natalie Lemle’s debut novel offers an insider’s view into the world of stolen artifacts and the hidden networks that link museums to organized crime, when a woman is forced to remember the summer she spent on an archaeological dig in Italy, as everyone she knew then may now be in danger.

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

  • Receive a copy of the recently released book ARTIFACTS at the event (release date 5.19.26)

  • Author conversation with Natalie Lemle

  • Bookish crafts to pair with the book

  • Book wine pairings from our friends and host Pour Richards

DETAILS:

October 18th starting at 1-4PM @ Pour Richard’s Wine Shop, 835 W Central St #2, Franklin, MA 02038

Corey, our Pour Richard’s host, will have a make your own charcuterie board for additional purchase.

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Book a Break designs intimate, book-filled getaways for readers who want connection, calm, and guilt-free reading time.

Inspired by a love of stories and the warmth of book communities, our retreats pair nostalgic charm with modern comforts in scenic corners of New England. Each themed weekend offers a balance of author chats, creative workshops, lively discussions, and plenty of blissful quiet to read and recharge.

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