The Mary Shelley Creators’ Retreat

Let's write the next chapter of horror, together.

Coming Spring 2026, the Mary Shelley Creators’ Retreat is an intimate weekend for women and nonbinary horror creators—writers, artists, and musicians—held in a historic Victorian mansion in Port Townsend, WA.

Inspired by the stormy night that gave us Frankenstein, this immersive experience brings together a hand-selected creative circle to imagine, collaborate, and build something unforgettable. Over the course of the weekend, participants will co-create a published anthology, original artwork, and a haunting soundtrack—blending their talents into a single, living body of work.

This isn’t just about creating. It’s about legacy. All participants will share in the profits generated from the project, building something lasting—together.