About this trip
Guest Authors: Mark Edwards, Chris Colmenero, Jonas Saul, and Rania Stone!
We’re so excited to present our first annual Reading Retreat on the lovely Greek island of Amorgos, scheduled for six nights.
We have an amazing, fun-packed week booked for everyone joining us. Once here and settled in, you won’t want to leave as we also have guest authors Jonas Saul, Chris Colmenero, and Rania Stone.
Chris Colmenero is one of the Psychological Thriller Readers admins on Facebook!
Check out the itinerary schedule for a full briefing of what's to come!
Mark Edwards writes psychological thrillers in which scary things happen to ordinary people, the best known of which are Follow You Home, The Magpies, Here To Stay and The Retreat. His novels have sold over 5 million copies and topped the bestseller lists numerous times. He lives in the West Midlands, England, with his wife, their three children, two cats and a golden retriever. When he’s not writing or reading, Mark loves karaoke, horror movies and spending far too much money on vinyl.
What’s included
- Transport to/from hotelBuses will be waiting to transport you to and from the hotel upon arrival and departure.
- AccommodationsAll six nights at Lakki Village Hotel are covered in the Reading Retreat fee.
- Access to all SessionsThe retreat fee offers you unfettered access to all the sessions with Mark Edwards and guest authors, as well as the book signing event, plus more!
- Greek buffet breakfastBuffet breakfast is served every day from 8:00 - 10:30 with a wide variety of dishes and beverages: Coffee, tea, juices, jam, cheeses, olives, eggs, warm dishes, seasonal fruits, and more ...
- Lunch buffetBuffet Style Lunch.
- Dinner buffetBuffet style dinner - Greek and American dishes.
- Blackwood MansionMurder Mystery Event
- Visit the Monastery11th-century monastery Hozoviotissa is a wonder that must be seen.
- Village Tour: ChoraThe ancient village of Chora is a magnificent sight to see, with its historic windmills still adorning the hillside.
- Greek NightGreek music, Greek food, and a wonderful Greek good time takes place on Greek Night.
- Attendance at Q&AAll retreat attendees are welcome to come chat with the guest authors. Have your questions ready!
- Retreat materialsAttendees will be given a gift bag of fun and exciting things related to the retreat.
- Village hikeWe take you from the village of Tholaria across a mountain path to the neighboring village called Lagada for a picturesque walk.
- Free use of yoga ShalasThere are several yoga shalas on site for any of the attendees to use.
What’s not included
- Flights to/from GreeceAttendees must find their own way to and from Greece.
- Ferry ticketsBlue Star Ferries offers tickets online. Please plan ahead and get your tickets to Amorgos before the retreat begins on June 6th, 2024, and for when the retreat is over.
- Refreshments, BeveragesThe one thing your fee does not cover are beverages - except those offered during the buffets. Outside of the buffets, all beverages can be charged to your room and settled up upon check-out.
- AlcoholAs noted above, all alcohol (even during buffets) can be charged to your room and settled up later.
- Travel InsurancePlease investigate what travel insurance works best for you, if needed.
- Hotel Tax FeeThere may be a small fee of a few euros when checking out to cover the hotel tax fee the Greek government imposes upon hotels.
Available Packages
Double/Triple occupancy
Most of the apartment-style rooms can accommodate anywhere from two to four people. There's a bedroom and a second seating/sleeping room with a kitchenette overlooking the sea, the garden, or the swimming pool. Each apartment has its own unique design.
Note: The rate for these rooms is lower based on double occupancy or more.
€1,299
Deposit:€500
Single Occupancy
Consists of one spacious room overlooking the garden or the swimming pool. Each room has its own unique design.
€1,499
Deposit:€500
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival Day: relax and settle in and get ready for an amazing week!
Upon your arrival to Amorgos, a hotel van (or bus) will be waiting to transfer you to the Lakki Village Hotel, where you can check in, rest, swim, or read.
Meet in the restaurant for a welcome drink
Buffet Dinner at the hotel 20:00
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Reviews
KB
October is a lovely time to visit Greece—it's not crowded, most things are still open, and the people are warm, kind, and relaxed. The weather is perfect for hiking and sightseeing outside, and it's still possible to swim.
Our tour leader, Jonas, also became our Boot Camp leader. He communicated well and had excellent attention to detail.
I got what I was looking for in the Workshop - inspiration, encouragement, and days of practical and helpful information about writing.
Highly recommended!
By Karin B for Boot Camp Writing Retreat Featuring Darcy Nybo! on Nov 06, 2024
The event was informative and enlightening. The activities outside the workshop provided a beautiful view of the island and lifestyle there. I came away with relationships that will last a lifetime. My work as an author has been advanced beyond belief.
By Greg K for Writing Retreat Featuring C.C. Humphreys! on Oct 09, 2024
It was a wonderful experience in the perfect location. Great atmosphere among fellow writers from all over the world. Mutual inspiration and new friendships which will surely last. Not to mention the spectacular scenery and delicious food. This was my first retreat with Imagine Greece Retreats, and I will come back.
Jonas, Rania, and the entire team at Lakki Village went above and beyond. Anyone who’s looking to combine the beauty and hospitality of Greece with an inspiring writing experience will be in the right place. Thank you to everyone who was part of this special week on Amorgos 💫
By Andrea B for Writing Retreat Featuring C.C. Humphreys! on Oct 03, 2024
Beautiful location, generous hosts, brilliant mentoring, and overall a lovely experience.
By Kira Z for Writing Retreat Featuring C.C. Humphreys! on Sep 30, 2024
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I attended the Retreat, hosted by Jonas and Rania in October 2024 as part of my solo holiday and as a way to kickstart my aspirational writing career. After a lot of various last minute changes, not least the ferries going on strike, everything worked out for the better in the end. Overall it was a wonderful experience in the magical island of Amorgos. The scenery was spectacular, the Greek hospitality was exemplary and the food was delicious at Lakki Village. It was like being part of an extended Greek family (even the cats and dogs were welcoming). The course participants were also friendly and i made long lasting friendships there. Most importantly, I was inspired by the classes and wish I could have stayed longer in Amorgos (had to leave on the 26th itself). With encouragement from both, I came out equipped and confident to start writing more and losing the fear in the process. I am hoping to be able to attend more of these retreats next year in Greece :)
By MING G on 03 Nov, 2024
What an amazing trip to Amorgos, Greece for the Psychological Thriller Readers Retreat. Hosted by the legendary Authors Jonas Saula and Rania Stone, I was delighted by this little corner of paradise. The hotel resort was lovely in its complete and modern rooms, ground amenities, dining options, the pool area and bar. Lena the bartender was superb. Rania's family owns and runs the resort. So friendly and inviting this family was, I could not ask for more. The resort is located right on the beach. I started my mornings with tea and breakfast and a glorious beach view. It does not get better than that. The retreat schedule of events was just right. Something fascinating to experience each day with plenty of time to explore or chill as you like. Jonas is the perfect host with knowledge, humor, energy enough for everyone. The author guests were accessible and engaging, even those we met via Zoom. It was thrilling to learn about their beginnings, writing styles, publishing and all. AND, oh the giveaways! The retreat swag is top notch. I truly enjoyed this experience and am looking forward to a return trip. I highly recommend this retreat experience.
By TINA K on 29 Sep, 2024
We did the Reading Retreat in Amorgos June 2024, and it was fabulous!! The island, the venue, the food, the events—everything was perfect! It was so helpful to have Imagine Greece Retreats coordinate all arrangements, and they were readily available to answer questions. If you love reading and want to experience Greece, this is the way to do it!!
By Tracy Y on 25 Sep, 2024