I won’t be around for the next two weeks because Wendy, my lovely friend and guest reviewer, and I are going on a dream trip. We are attending the first ever Historical Romance Retreat which is being held at the historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane, Washington State, USA.
“Washington’s grandest hotel. Whether it’s the soaring architecture, award-winning amenities, rich history, or simply its proximity to nearby Spokane attractions, The Historic Davenport Hotel has welcomed film stars, explorers, writers, politicians and other luminaries for more than 100 years.”
It has been organised by authors, Renee Bernard and Delilah Marvelle, who have some some fabulous events lined up, including High Tea, a Gambling Night with Historical Games, an Absinthe Night with Historical Drinks, and a Grand Ball. There is also a book fair and book signings.
We get the opportunity to mingle with lots of authors and fellow lovers of historical romance for three days in this beautiful historical setting. I can’t believe I will actually be meeting some of the top names in historical romance… Mary Balogh, Tessa Dare, Elizabeth Hoyt, Lorraine Heath, Anna Campbell to name but a few.
I am hoping to keep a diary while I’m there and, as many of the attendees will be wearing historical costumes, I will have my camera at the ready. You can read all about my adventures and see some of the photos I took in my October post.
I am so sad that I can’t make it. I wanted to meet you! Finances did not permit. I will look forward to your posts about the events! Safe travels & have fun, Carol!
Thank you, Sharlene. So sad that we weren’t able to meet this time. 😦
See you there Carol!!!!
Looking forward to it, Jaci! 🙂
Yay! Carol. I can’t believe the time has arrived for our wonderful trip! So looking forward to it.
Me too, Wendy. See you in Cheltenham tomorrow around 2:00pm. ❤
Have BIG fun and I look forward to hearing all about it in Oct
Thank you, Ann. 🙂
I will be living vicariously through you, Carol and Wendy! Although I been to Spokane, I haven’t had the chance to meet any of the authors I’ve read or gone to conferences. One of these days, however…. I squeal with delight for the two of you!! Bon voyage!
Thank you so much, Eileen. ❤
Yay! What a fabulous dream trip. I’m living vicariously through you and Wendy, on your book adventure. I look forward to seeing lots of pictures. 😍
Thank you, 2toomany. 🙂
Me too! Me Too! I get to go! I am so excited to meet Carol and Wendy and all the other Historical Romance readers and authors. This is a highlight of the year!
It definitely is Dot!!
I have been thinking of you and Wendy and know that you will be attending. Shame on me for not meeting you there. I hope you both have a fantastic time and do post lots of pictures on Facebook!
Thank you, Connie. We are disappointed not to get the opportunity to meet you. 😊
I’m so excited for you! I hope that you have a wonderful time.
Thank you so much, davisbk121. 😊
this looks absolutely amazing. I know you’ll both have a fantastic time – and a very well-deserved break. Looking forward to reading all about it when you get back.
Thank you so much, Marguerite. 😊
We are both really excited to be going. I’m travelling to stay with Wendy tonight so that we can travel together by coach to Heathrow on Tuesday. We have a hotel booked for the night and fly to Spokane on Wednesday.
How brilliant! I look forward to reading all about it when you get back! x
Thank you, Louise. 😊
Have a wonderful time Carol, I’m sure you will have plenty to tell us when you get back,
Thank you, Cheryl. 💖
I hope you have a absolutely fantastic time Carol, i’m sure you will, this sound amazing just the thought of being in the same room as so many brilliantly authors is incredible. Safe travels 😍💖
Thank you so much, Frankie. Meeting so many of my top favourite authors is a dream come true. 💖
Enjoy 🙂
Thank you, Janja.