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Faith & Fables Reader's Retreat

A bookish weekend at The Lodge | February 5-8, 2026 | Carlton Landing, OK


Join us for an intimate, all-inclusive reading retreat with four of your favorite Christian historical fiction authors (to be announced soon 👀).


This cozy weekend is designed for deep connections—with each other, with the authors, and with the stories we love.


Readers will stay together in two beautiful homes, sharing meals, conversations, and plenty of bookish fun.


Spots are extremely limited—only 12 readers!


📚 What’s Included:

  1. 3 nights of lodging at The Lodge and a neighboring home
  2. 4 immersive sessions with Christian fiction authors
  3. Tea party luncheon at Tulip & Table
  4. Charcuterie welcome dinner & farewell breakfast
  5. Pizza party, breakfasts, snacks, and one lunch
  6. Curated swag bag (tote, bookmarks, goodies & more!)
  7. Cozy spaces to read, rest, and connect
💡 You only need to provide one dinner for yourself—everything else is taken care of!

🗓 Tentative Weekend Schedule

Thursday

  1. 4:00–6:00 PM | Arrival & settle in
  2. 6:00 PM | Welcome dinner (charcuterie)
  3. 7:00 PM | Icebreakers, author intro & bookish games

Friday

  1. 8:30 AM | Breakfast
  2. Morning | Free time (explore town, read, walk, kayak, pickle ball)
  3. 12:00 PM | Lunch
  4. 1:00 PM | Author Panel
  5. Evening | Dinner on your own
  6. 7:00 PM Book Club & Dessert

Saturday

  1. 8:30 AM | Waffle Bar breakfast
  2. 12:00 PM | Tea Party Lunch + Author Discussion
  3. Afternoon | Free time
  4. 6:00 PM | Pajama Pizza Party, Craft, Book Swap

Sunday

  1. Early | Grab-and-go breakfast
  2. 10:00 AM | Final breakfast & goodbyes

💸 Price: $400 per person

Includes all lodging, meals (except one dinner), author sessions, swag, and retreat activities. Spots are limited! When signups open, be ready to reserve yours with a $150 nonrefundable deposit. The balance is due by November 15.


🔎 Who It’s For:

  1. Readers who love Christian historical fiction
  2. Women who want to connect in a small, intentional setting
  3. Fans of the Faith & Fables podcast
  4. Anyone craving a peaceful weekend of books, beauty, and fellowship


💬 Want to Join Us?

Spots are limited to just 12 guests.

Add your name to the interest list below to get early access before we open general registration.

[Join the Interest List ➝] CLICK HERE


More details on our author lineup coming soon!


Keep an eye out for our “Guess the Authors” hints on Instagram.


Be sure to follow

@FaithAndFables

@TheLodgeOnTwinkleLane

@Robertson.Reads


for more details to come!

FAQ:

✈️ Where’s the nearest airport?

The closest major airports are Tulsa International Airport (TUL) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). If you're flying in, let us know—limited ride options may be available from both airports. We also encourage carpooling with other attendees to make travel easier and more fun!


🍽 What meals are included?

Your registration covers 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 2 dinners, including a charcuterie welcome night, a Tulip & Table tea party, and a pizza & pajamas party. You’ll only be responsible for one dinner on your own—we recommend The Meeting House within walking distance or you can bring something simple!


🥗 What if I have dietary restrictions?

We’ll have gluten-free and dairy-free options available at every meal (for a small upcharge). Please note any allergies or restrictions when you register so we can accommodate you as best we can.


📚 Which authors will be there?

We’ll be announcing our 4 featured Christian historical fiction authors soon! Think of it as a surprise guest list you’ll actually love. (Psst… we’ll be sharing fun hints on Instagram before the big reveal.)


🛏 Who will I room with?

Rooms will be shared—think cozy girls’ weekend vibes! Once registration opens, you’ll get access to a SignUpGenius link where you can choose your spot, including your house, bedroom, and even bed.

If you know you want to share a room or bed with a friend, be sure to coordinate ahead of time so you can sign up at the same time and grab your ideal space. Private rooms are not available.


💵 What does it cost?

The retreat is $400 per person, which includes lodging, all but one meal, author sessions, swag, and all activities.

A $150 nonrefundable deposit will be required when registration opens to hold your spot.


👜 What’s in the swag bag?

You’ll receive a custom tote filled with handpicked bookish goodies—like macrame bookmarks, tea, YLEO roller, a bookish keychain, and more—plus signed surprises from the authors!


🙏 Will there be any faith-based activities?

We’re still finalizing this part of the schedule—but possibly! Carlton Landing has a community church worship service on Sunday at 10:00 AM, and Amanda plans to attend if any guests would like to join her.