A retreat for Writers of all ages and stages.

From novice to professional - published to self-published.

• • • Enjoy 4 days of Relaxation
    • Get Inspired
    • Take Workshops
    • Listen to Lectures by Best-Selling, Award-Winning Authors
    • Meet Fellow Authors
    • And Write!

Special Guest Speakers

**We are currently working to fill a vacancy in the schedule due to a family emergency. Please stand by for an updated itinerary emailed this weekend. **

Dan Millman | "The Writer's Life"

Striving to capture the universal in the particulars, Dan invites you on a roller-coaster writer's journey from then to now. In sharing his story, and the lessons he learned about writing and life, Dan hopes to highlight the higher possibilities and promise of writing as a path of personal evolution. In the process he'll share some favorite writing quotations — essential reminders of the practice and process — and will also share some unusual insights into the "characters of the psyche" that can help writers create more interesting characters. Dan's Bio

Paulette Kennedy | "How to Craft a Killer Opening Line"

In this workshop, writers will learn the art of captivating readers from the very first line. Through insightful techniques and examples, attendees will discover how to create a compelling and impactful opening sentence that hooks readers' attention and sets the tone for an engaging literary journey. Paulette's Bio

THIS WORKSHOP WILL NOW BE PRESENTED BY MARY KRONENWETTER

Jessica Dodge | "The Art of Marketing Your Book"

Unlock the secrets to effectively promote and market your book with this dynamic session. Attendees will gain practical strategies and insights into navigating the modern landscape of book marketing, covering everything from a killer cover to building an online presence to maximize their book's reach and impact. Jessica's Bio

Kimberly Kenna | "Transformative Storytelling: The Magic of Embracing Vulnerability on the Page"

Kimberly will share how facing personal truths ignited her passion for writing, moving her from raw cathartic poetry to fiction for children. She’ll discuss how the playfulness of expressive arts, like drama, music, and movement, helped her heal and brought her writing to a new level. Writers of all levels and genres will learn how tapping into our inner child allows us to see storytelling in a new, much more vibrant light.  Kimberly's Bio

Talia Zales | "The Creative Process"

Join us for a transformative workshop that delves into the intricacies of writing and creativity. Discover the nuances of these processes, connect your imagination to the paper, and celebrate individual differences in creative expression." Talia's Bio

Call 802-333-4311 to Reserve your Place at the Writer's Retreat

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